Welcome to Tidbits&Twine!
Hi, I’m Kim! I’m a decorator, antique lover, and the person behind Tidbits & Twine.
I have a soft spot for French-inspired interiors, European antiques, warm wood tones, and rooms that mix old and new. Since 2013, I’ve been sharing my own home, favorite finds, and practical decorating ideas to help you create a home that’s timeless, collected, and uniquely yours.
My Story
Our home in the San Francisco Bay Area started out as a pretty typical builder-grade house. Over the years, I’ve transformed it with traditional furnishings, European antiques, and pieces I’ve collected along the way. There’s been plenty of trial and error, furniture rearranging, and the occasional decorating decision I’ve changed my mind about!
My love of antiques started with a single flea market find. I became fascinated with the craftsmanship, history, and character of old pieces, especially French and European antiques. Eventually, that interest grew into Tidbits & Twine, which I started in 2013 as a place to share my home and decorating ideas.
My professional background is in advertising and marketing, where I’ve worked with major brands including Levi’s, Sega, and Bandai Namco. That experience helped shape my eye for visual details and how things work together, something I now bring to decorating and the ideas I share here.
Today, I love helping readers see the possibilities in their own homes, whether that’s finding the right antique, mixing furniture styles, or making a room feel more pulled together without starting from scratch.
Behind the Scenes
I’m an animal lover, a devoted British TV watcher, and an excellent napper. My guilty pleasure? Anything on Bravo. I married my college sweetheart, and after all these years, he still patiently helps move furniture when inspiration strikes.
MY DECORATING PHILOSOPHY
My personal style draws heavily from French and European interiors, where elegant antiques, aged finishes, and beautiful craftsmanship mix with everyday living. I’m drawn to rich wood tones, warm neutrals, classic furniture, and the contrast between polished and rustic pieces.
I love rooms that look as though they’ve come together over time. An antique French chair beside a newer sofa. A gilded mirror above a simple mantel. An old wooden breadboard leaning against the backsplash in a white kitchen.
I believe a home is more interesting when everything doesn’t match. You don’t need a house full of antiques or a big budget to create a collected look. Sometimes it’s about finding one special piece, and other times it’s simply seeing what you already own in a different way.
“Your home should feel like a reflection of you — layered with meaning, rich with history, and filled with things you love.”
-Kim @ Tidbits&Twine
What You’ll Find Here
Decorating Guides
European Antiques
Curated Finds
Stay a While
Want to see how it all comes together? Take a tour of my home, where I share everything from antique finds and decorating projects to seasonal changes throughout the year.
I hope you’ll find a few ideas to try in your own home!
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Where you can find me
You can find me sharing decorating ideas, antique finds, favorite products, and a peek at what I’m working on around the house. Come say hello on your favorite platform!
Partnerships & Collaborations – Let’s Work Together!
Interested in working together? I’m always happy to connect with brands and businesses that share my love of beautiful homes, timeless decorating, and unique finds.