Hi there, I’m Susan
A Little About Me
Hi, I’m Susan, creator of Hen and Horse Design. I love home decorating, entertaining, cooking quick, yet flavorful meals, arranging flowers, and organizing pretty much anything you can think of! I believe in using all of the ‘good’ things in your home and creating your home to be your haven! Why wait for the company to come over to live well?
My home motto is to ‘treat yourself like You are the company’!
I hope to inspire you to create your own cozy home, where you and your family feel like “you are the company!”
I believe that when we treat ourselves well, we go out into the world and treat others with that same kindness.
A beautiful home doesn’t have to cost a fortune to look fabulous. I’ll show you how!
How Did Hen and Horse Design Evolve?
The name ‘Hen and Horse Design’ came from my husband’s lifelong love of horses, my love of roosters and chickens, and our dream of one day wanting to own a small horse farm. (possibly with a few other barnyard animals!)
In the midst of the pandemic, as the world slowed down, I found inspiration in working on home projects. What started as a way to stay productive soon blossomed into a passion-driven journey of transformation.
Little did I know what was to come
Little did I know that my dedication to reviving spaces and creating beauty within my own four walls would catch the eye of Saratoga Living Magazine. The unexpected opportunity to be featured in the pages of such a prestigious publication marked a turning point. Fueled by the encouragement of this recognition, I felt compelled to share my experiences, tips, and the magic of home decor with a wider audience.
And so, Hen and Horse Design was born—a blog that has evolved from the quiet corners of my home to a vibrant platform where I pour my heart into every post, weaving together tales of gardening, design, and the joys of creating a space that truly feels like home.
The journey continues, each chapter unveiling new layers of creativity and connection, reminding me that even amidst uncertainty, beauty can be cultivated and shared.
Come join me and our little white bunny named Cannoli! ‘The Roost’ has come to life.
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Recent blog posts
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Easy Trader Joes Seafood Blend Recipe
One skillet, big Mediterranean flavor, and cleanup that takes less time than setting the table. There is something I have been on a mission to find lately — recipes that are genuinely healthy AND genuinely delicious. Because let’s be honest, friend, that combination is not always as easy as it sounds. You find something healthy,…
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How to Arrange Spring Flowers in a Vintage Vase
Every week, without fail, you’ll find me standing in the flower section at Trader Joe’s — probably blocking the aisle, definitely taking too long. I can’t help it. The moment I see what’s new — a bundle of garden roses, a bunch of ranunculus, something unexpected and gorgeous I’ve never tried before — I am…
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DIY | Home Decor | Living Room
How to Style a Decorative Tray in 10 Minutes
If there is one decorating staple I reach for more than anything else in this house, it’s a tray. A simple, beautiful tray is honestly one of the most versatile accessories you can own — and I don’t say that lightly. It corrals. It anchors. It turns a random collection of favorite things into a…
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My Favorite Vintage Pieces for Home Decor: And How I Style Them
There’s something about heading out on a crisp morning with a hot cup of tea in hand, no real agenda, just the quiet hope that today might be the day you find something truly special. That’s the thing about hunting for vintage pieces for home — you never quite know what’s waiting for you. Andrew…
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What to Do With Mismatched Dishes — And Why I Absolutely Love Them
Can we just pull up a chair and talk about mismatched dishes for a minute? Because I have a lot of feelings about this topic — and a lot of dishes. I’m not talking about a casual “oops, I lost a plate” situation. I’m talking about what to do with mismatched dishes when you love…
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French Country Decor for Everyday Living
Here’s something nobody tells you about French country decor — you don’t need a château, a stone wall, or a view of lavender fields to live this way. You just need an eye for beauty and the belief that your everyday life deserves it. And that’s a question I’ve been answering with my own home…
