GREAT DECORATING IDEAS FOR EVERYONE
Thursday, June 30, 2011
DESIGN & DECORATION: Tabletop Fountains - Modern Age Decor
DESIGN & DECORATION: Tabletop Fountains - Modern Age Decor: "Water features are the accessories that help in changing the overall outlook of your interiors, without occupying much space. They pr..."
Habitually Chic®: Chic Striped Studio
Habitually Chic®: Chic Striped Studio: "I've received so many lovely comments and emails about my upcoming move but one reader from Amsterdam took things a bit further. She emaile..."
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Arts, Design & Architecture: Good Interior Design For Your House Renovation
Arts, Design & Architecture: Good Interior Design For Your House Renovation: "By Leo Samuel Most people are at their wits' end when it comes to renovation of their homes, and are bewildered by the sheer proportions of ..."
Habitually Chic®: Perfectly Imperfect
Habitually Chic®: Perfectly Imperfect: "The Domino Book of Decorating continues to top the list of best selling home decorating books and I have no doubt that former editor in chi..."
Monday, June 27, 2011
Freitag Gives Their Recycled Messengers New U.S. Digs
Freitag Gives Their Recycled Messengers New U.S. Digs: " Although it was back in 1993 that graphic designers Daniel and Markus F..."
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Aroma Espresso Bar at the 2011 Coffee and Tea Fest...
I love coffee and tea.
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Aroma Espresso Bar at the 2011 Coffee and Tea Fest...: "We are back at the Coffee and Tea Festival from February....I have to say how much I really enjoyed this show. If you are a coffee or tea lo..."
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Aroma Espresso Bar at the 2011 Coffee and Tea Fest...: "We are back at the Coffee and Tea Festival from February....I have to say how much I really enjoyed this show. If you are a coffee or tea lo..."
Sunday, June 26, 2011
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Top 5 Blog Posts for Week Ending June 25, 2011
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Top 5 Blog Posts for Week Ending June 25, 2011: "The Top 5 Must Reads For This Week Are: 1. Huguette Clark's Last Will and Testament HERE 2. The wonderful Demel in Vienna HERE 3. Itali..."
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Habitually Chic®: I Found a Home!
Habitually Chic®: I Found a Home!: "I want to again thank everyone who crossed their fingers and prayed for me to find an apartment. After dealing with shady brokers and walki..."
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: The Plaza Food Hall Cupcakes
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: The Plaza Food Hall Cupcakes: "We are back at The Plaza Food Hall by Todd English........ I have been hearing about these 'Curly Cakes' for quite some time and finally de..."
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Yard work
Yard work. I hate yard work. Especially mowing the yard. I have allergies and mowing the yard makes them react just horribly. Plus I hate gas powered lawn mowers. The vibration, the fumes, the loud engine screaming at me. I really hate it. But since I am a perfectionist I have to do it myself. Ever since I got an electric mower it has made the job of mowing a more enjoyable task.
With an electric mower the engine vibration is a thing of the past. No gas fumes or exhaust. No loud motor humming. Just quiet mowing where, when you are finished, you don't feel like you have been shook to death and you can still hear. I use the Solaris 510121. The great thing about this lawn mower is it has push button starting. No pulling the cord till your arm falls off. It is self propelled. It can cut the average lawn on one charge and has an LED read out that alerts you to how much of a charge you have a left. With the price of gas these days an electric mower just makes sense. Also using an electric mower is greener way to mow your yard since their are no toxic emissions into the atmosphere.
An electric mower can't do much for your allergies but they sure can make yard work enjoyable..
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Photo Galley Tuesday " Flowering Hydrangea"
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Photo Galley Tuesday " Flowering Hydrangea": "I love these flowers! My plant had not flowered in a few years, I cut it back a bit too much but this year...it's happy once again! They are..."
Habitually Chic®: Pretty in Provence
Habitually Chic®: Pretty in Provence: "All I can think about besides moving is that I can't wait to take a vacation after it's over. A 'sit around and read a book all day' type o..."
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: June..... the Month of Brides, Cake Couture and a ...
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: June..... the Month of Brides, Cake Couture and a ...: "June is a very popular wedding month. I thought I would show some wonderful wedding gown windows from Saks Fifth Avenue as well as a shop in..."
Monday, June 20, 2011
Habitually Chic®: Hot Wheels
Habitually Chic®: Hot Wheels: "In honor of Father's Day, I'm posting something that I know all men and actually a lot of women would love to receive. Enjoy! Slim Aaron..."
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Another "Junked" item Rescue Story!
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Another "Junked" item Rescue Story!: "A few weeks ago we asked for stories of ways you rediscovered or reused a 'junked' or thrift store item. This week we're featuring Stephani..."
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Super Bargain
I wanted to share with one of my super bargains. I found this Angel
at Ross Department Store for $0.49. You read that right 49 cents.
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| My .49 Angel |
When I turned the angel over and looked at the sticker
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| Sticker Shock |
I went into reverse sticker shock. I just could not believe it. I was like oh my goodness I have to hurry and buy this before they realize their mistake. So I literally ran to the check out. The cashier was also a little surprised as well but happily rang it for me.
The only thing I can think of was they really wanted to get rid of it. It was after Christmas when I bought it so it was seasonal clearance but it also had some slight damage to it that you can't really tell (I have worked in quality control for most of my career so I really inspected it.). There is a sculpted ribbon coming down that front with cut pieces of mirror embedded in it that looks like some of the pieces are missing.
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| Missing mirror pieces |
Whatever reason it was clearanced so much I thanked the Bargain Gods and went on my merry way. The angel is beautiful it is metallic silver with beautiful details. It is holding a delicate little flower you can barely make out in the picture.
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| It holds a delicate small flower |
It has beautiful Scroll work wings.
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| Beautiful wings |
It looks almost carved, especially the back.
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| Back of Angel |
I really love it and I am proud of my bargain.
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| My bargain |
Friday, June 17, 2011
EZ Shoppes: Christmas In July Craft Show ~ Sign Up's Open
EZ Shoppes: Christmas In July Craft Show ~ Sign Up's Open: "July 13th ~ July 27th Join us for our Christmas In July Online Craft Show Click the banner above or HERE to sign up and get your craft boo..."
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Soho Accessories "You Pick" Your Giveaway Winner!!...
NYC, Style & a little Cannoli: Soho Accessories "You Pick" Your Giveaway Winner!!...: "I would like to announce our winner of the summer Soho Accessories Giveaway : Susan Taylor of San Rafael, California !! Thank you to al..."
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Light up your dad’s day with this smokin’ cigar bo...
I love this idea. Reminds of the cigar box I kept my crayons in during elementary school.
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Light up your dad’s day with this smokin’ cigar bo...: "Dads are super-special people. They teach you everything they know and the credit they take is watching you grow. Do something special thi..."
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Light up your dad’s day with this smokin’ cigar bo...: "Dads are super-special people. They teach you everything they know and the credit they take is watching you grow. Do something special thi..."
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Paperpixiecrafts: The EZ way to sell online. Check out EZShoppes!
Paperpixiecrafts: The EZ way to sell online. Check out EZShoppes!: "Have you heard of EZshoppes? Tried selling on Etsy or Artfire? To complicated? Ezshoppes is a new easier way to sell online. I opened a sh..."
Father's Day Gift Guide
Next Sunday June 19th is Father's Day. A day we honor our fathers, acting fathers, and father figures. Every one likes to be appreciated with the sweet cards and such but if you are true blooded Human you want a nice gift. So here I have compiled a list of gifts for all tastes. You can purchase them with just a click of your mouse. Enjoy.
5x7 Hinged Daddy's Boy Poem Oak Picture Photo Frame ~ A Wonderful Gift Idea for a New Father, Father's Day, Valentines Day, Birthday or Christmas Gift
Broadway Basketeers Ultimate Gourmet Father's Day Gift Tower
Grasslands Road Celtic 12-Ounce Father Coffee Mug with "May The Road Rise To Meet You.." Irish Blessing, Gift Boxed
The Official Dad Book (Collector's Edition) [Hardcover]
Personalized Modern Chrome Plated Money Clip - Bill Holder - Father's Day Gift Idea - Groomsmen Gift
5x7 Hinged Daddy's Girl Poem Oak Picture Photo Frame ~ A Wonderful Gift Idea for a New Father, Father's Day, Valentines Day, Birthday or Christmas Gift
Bling Jewelry Tungsten Carbide 8 mm Comfort Fit Flat Wedding Band Ring Celtic Dragon Gold Inlay (6)
Bling Jewelry Father's Day Gifts Silver Twist Cable Love Knot Double Faced Cufflinks
Bling Jewelry Father's Day Gifts Mens Micro Pave 8-Point Star Silver Stud Earrings
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Summer Soda Tab Ideas!
What wonderful ideas to keep garbage out of our landfills.
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Summer Soda Tab Ideas!: "Looking for some upcycling summer fun? Take a look at these cool and crafty soda tab creations. For Earth Day, we taught how to make soda ..."
RePlayGround - recycling with a twist!: Summer Soda Tab Ideas!: "Looking for some upcycling summer fun? Take a look at these cool and crafty soda tab creations. For Earth Day, we taught how to make soda ..."
Monday, June 6, 2011
Creating a comfortable Bedroom
Creating a comfortable Bedroom
To me, my bedroom is my sanctuary, my oasis from the troubles of the world. I want to be comfortable in my bedroom. The bed especially has to be comfortable and inviting. Comfortable to lie on and sleep in. I do a lot of reading and writing before I go to sleep at night lying in my bed so it has to be comfortable.
The bedding has to be extra comfortable. I love Candice Olsen Bedding. It is light and comfortable. Like sleeping on a cloud. The line that is my favorite is called "Cloud Nine". I also like Cindy Crawford Bedding. Cindy Crawford's Designs have a great sense of style. Wonderful to snuggle up in after a hard days work.
But don't just think of the comfort of the bedding when planning your sanctuary also think of the style. I love Iron Headboards. Iron Head boards create a bedroom with a sense of style and flair. My bedroom has to have the style to make me want to stay in it not just the comfort.
As I said earlier in this post I do a lot of reading and writing in bed before I doze off for the night, a Laptop Bed Desk makes this task a lot easier. I love being able to do this task comfortably while laying in bed getting ready to go to sleep. Is is a convenient and relaxing way to work.
I hope that these Ideas have helped to inspire you to create your oasis and sanctuary from the world, a comfortable, stylish bedroom.
To me, my bedroom is my sanctuary, my oasis from the troubles of the world. I want to be comfortable in my bedroom. The bed especially has to be comfortable and inviting. Comfortable to lie on and sleep in. I do a lot of reading and writing before I go to sleep at night lying in my bed so it has to be comfortable.
The bedding has to be extra comfortable. I love Candice Olsen Bedding. It is light and comfortable. Like sleeping on a cloud. The line that is my favorite is called "Cloud Nine". I also like Cindy Crawford Bedding. Cindy Crawford's Designs have a great sense of style. Wonderful to snuggle up in after a hard days work.
But don't just think of the comfort of the bedding when planning your sanctuary also think of the style. I love Iron Headboards. Iron Head boards create a bedroom with a sense of style and flair. My bedroom has to have the style to make me want to stay in it not just the comfort.
As I said earlier in this post I do a lot of reading and writing in bed before I doze off for the night, a Laptop Bed Desk makes this task a lot easier. I love being able to do this task comfortably while laying in bed getting ready to go to sleep. Is is a convenient and relaxing way to work.
I hope that these Ideas have helped to inspire you to create your oasis and sanctuary from the world, a comfortable, stylish bedroom.
Habitually Chic®: Enjoy the Present
Habitually Chic®: Enjoy the Present
I absolutely love this picture.
I absolutely love this picture.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Using Color
Using Color
Color can change your mood. Good use of color in your home can make you happy to be at home. Color can correct a room that is off-balance. It can pull everything together and make a room look finished.
A color wheel can help you experiment with color combinations. The twelve-part color wheel is the most useful tool when it comes to decorating.
There are some rules to remember when using color in home decorating:
· Don’t use too many colors in one room. Use two to four depending on the size of the room.
· Decide if you are going to emphasize the furnishings or the background.
· Coordinate the color of a room with adjoining rooms if you can see one from the other.
· Use neutral colors to camouflage defects, such as architectural or structural problems that you can’t easily change. Use bold colors to enhance interesting architectural details.
· Use patterns to make a neutral background more interesting.
· You can get away with more than one pattern in a room if the patterns use the same color scheme.
Now that you know the rules, you will know what rules to break because as we all know, rules were made to be broken.
One last piece of advice on color, use only the colors you like. Don’t use color just for the sake of having color in your home. You have to live in your home so decorate it with things you love.
Until next time, I hope your designs are courageous.
3451 9-1/4IN. COLOR WHEEL DIAMETER:9-1/4"Interior Design Color Wheel Helps You Harmonize Your Interior Design Projects.
Color Design Workbook: A Real World Guide to Using Color in Graphic Design
Color in Interior Design CL
Color by Betty Edwards: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors
The Color Purple: A New Musical (Piano/Vocal)
Happy Go Lovely - Color - 1951
Musical Landscapes in Color: Conversations with Black American Composers
Musical Fun: Colors and Patterns [With CD] (Carry-A-Tune)
Colorflame Birthday Candles with Colored Flames!
Strum a Song of Angels: Poems About Music (The Musical Colors Rhyming Story Coloring Book Series, 3)
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Consulting a Decorator
Consulting a Decorator
I know I talk a lot about do it yourself (DIY) projects. But what if you are not particularly good at decorating but you love decorating? Just like I love singing but can’t carry a tune in a bucket and I make babies cry when I sing off key I know when to seek help and let more talented people carry on. Or you may be great at decorating but on a particular project you just don’t know where to start or get stuck half way through, that is the time to consult someone with the talent of decorating.
This may or may not be a professional. If you have the money, I recommend hiring a professional decorator or designer. I promise you it will be money well spent. But if you don’t have the money, then I recommend you consult a friend or family member who was sprinkled with decorating fairy dust and has the “GIFT”. If they really love decorating they will be happy to help you just for the camaraderie and maybe a meal. Especially if I am the friend you are asking.
Until Next time, may all your designs be courageous.
The Great Lady Decorators: The Women Who Defined Interior Design, 1870-1955
The Home Decorator's Bible
Interior Design Reference Manual: Everything You Need to Know to Pass the NCIDQ Exam
Sister: The Life of Legendary Interior Decorator Mrs. Henry Parish II
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