Great Trends

Introducing Rope as the Latest Decorative Texture

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

The Do It Yourself Trend Revisited

While I do like a challenge, there are still certain home improvement projects that I say are best left to the pros. Certainly there have been advanced projects I have had to study up on, and completed to satisfaction. But, I bow out when the activity is one I am absolutely unfamiliar with, and if [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]