Fall Nesting Tips: #4-#11

September 28, 2009

Fall is about cozy details. This week would be a great time to gather up your soft blankets, wool scarves and felt to re-purpose them around the house! I'm not that skilled with a lot of the domestic arts, but I love ideas that make me feel like … ** Read more **

Posted in Creative Inspiration & Projects, Fall Decorating, Seasonal Decorating & Entertaining
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It is a Beautiful Friday:
Even Though My Internet Isn’t Working
& it Keeps Crashing My Posts

September 24, 2009
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My internet is not working very well and it keeps shutting off mid-post (grrr....I almost threw my computer out the window but I regained my composure)  so this post is going to be brief...but I didn't want to leave you postless on Beautiful Life … ** Read more **

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Fall Nesting Tips: #3

September 24, 2009

Give yourself a happy & welcoming homecoming! So many of us enter our homes through a dull, dingy and dreary garage door. How sad for us! Be boring no more! A red door makes everything cheerier. The stenciled steps, striped rug and funky chair … ** Read more **

Posted in Decorating Inspiration, exteriors, Fall Decorating, Seasonal Decorating & Entertaining
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Staying Encouraged in Tough Times

September 22, 2009

I have always looked forward to autumn. I love putting away the summer decor and bringing out the warm fluffy blankets and fall pillows. I daydream about cold evenings with my family nestled together by the fire. I picture a cozy life of comfort and … ** Read more **

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Fall Nesting Tips: #2

September 21, 2009

Now is a great time to spend a little time nesting in the entry of your home. Even if you only have a door that enters directly into a living room, give it a few "entry like" details such as a floating shelf for keys, a rug and a mirror. Consider … ** Read more **

Posted in Decorating Inspiration, Details, Fall Decorating, Seasonal Decorating & Entertaining
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Serenity Now: A Peaceful Home

September 21, 2009

If you have a busy schedule like I do this fall, you probably crave more peace, order and serenity in your home. As important as it is to make visual statements in your home (the ta da! moments we all seem to strive for) it is also very important to … ** Read more **

Posted in Authentic Living, Bathrooms, Decorating Inspiration
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