June 9, 2009

The Best Decorating Advice Ever

I have heard a lot of decorating tips over the years. I love the kind of advice that saves you money, makes your home look pretty and is really easy to follow. Helpful and practical advice that normal everyday people can actually use! A lot of … ** Read more **

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June 8, 2009

Four Delightful Ideas for Summer Bliss

1. Start a collection sea adventure books, or any kind of summer book you can get lost in this summer! Stack them on your coffee table or shelf to inspire you to slow down and enjoy a lazy summer day! 2. Hang a hammock and promise … ** Read more **

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June 3, 2009

Interior Windows:
Make a Small Space Brighter & Larger

(inspiration: kitchen and bath ideas) If you have a small house or a small closed in room, a great way to make the space feel larger is to open it up visually with an interior window. You can find old windows at garage sales, second hand stores … ** Read more **

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June 1, 2009

Decorating with Photos

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Please welcome my special guest today, Emily from Chatting at the Sky! I met Emily when we, along with her sister Nester and Sandy from Reluctant Entertainer, all roomed together at Blissdom this year. What a treat to have been able to spend some … ** Read more **

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May 28, 2009

Sweet Escape {in your own backyard}

Love this adorable little garden shed turned sweet escape! Sigh. Where are you escaping to this weekend? Where am I escaping to? Besides having a party at my house tonight and then going to Portland for my middle daughter's graduation party, I … ** Read more **

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May 27, 2009

Charming Details: Child-Sized Chairs

I love these sweet little chairs lined up at the coffee table! I remember reading once that every living room should have at least one child-sized chair, even if the homeowners have no children. I have always loved that unpretentious advice. A … ** Read more **

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