Twice in one week I have now seen rope being used as a decorative embellishment. Not only in a certain room, but home wide. I am already a fan, as I see the benefit of the texture immediately. Mainly, I enjoy the unexpected in a living space, and unless the homeowner is promoting a nautical [...]
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July 31st, 2011
Keeping Cosy and Comfy in Bed
Night time when you are asleep is one of the most important parts of the day, even though you’re not conscious. This is the time when your body can fully recover from the exertions of the day, and prepare you for tomorrow, so that you can wake up feeling healthy, happy and refreshed. However, a [...]
July 17th, 2011
My Elation Over the Anticipated Return of the Cloth Dinner Napkin
The cloth napkin was losing its position on the dining table in a large majority of homes. Having grown up with nothing but freshly starched, and ironed napkins, I was not fond of the loss of such a tradition. But, by being the only mom in town using what I refer to as real napkins, [...]
May 12th, 2011
Find the Colours for Your Garden Furniture in the Garden Itself
Right now it is very popular to base the colour of your garden furniture and decorations upon the shades found within the garden. To broach this, just depend upon whatever beautiful flower strikes you most, or whichever blossom seems most lovely. Use this as the focal point of your outdoor space design. For a trendy [...]
February 10th, 2011
Why a New Home in a Trendy Place Might Be Our Next Investment
I love that there is a great selection of homes for sale in some trendy places right now. Even though we are not interested in purchasing anything at the moment, I am tempted to go and see a couple of places that peak my interest. I figure there is a lot that can be learned [...]
November 4th, 2010
The Year of Ornate Holiday Decorations
Since the economy is less than inspiring, and we all are in need of a pick me up, this year the elaborate Holiday decoration is en vogue. The woes of the state of affairs is enough to send us into a tailspin, but alas the saving grace is the season. Tons of Christmas, New Years, [...]
March 29th, 2010
The Awesome Neons From the Eighties Are Once Again On Trend
It has been a very long time since neon colours were on trend. Some people believe this is as it should be. However, the rest of us are delighted when we get to revisit items from the past that have been locked away for so long that they feel fresh and new now. I was [...]
January 10th, 2010
Recycled Furniture is One Amazing Trend
As is apparent, recycled furniture is one hot trend right now. Several designers are using their talents and gathering from inspiration to create beautiful upholstered furniture with recycled fabric. These artists are gaining motivation from the fabrics themselves. Some draw on the textiles patterns or that of the combination of several different patterns on multiple [...]