July 7, 2008

Outdoor Rooms: Bursts of Color

Be adventurous! A splash of color in unexpected places can make the difference between pretty and WOW in the garden. Colored glass gravel, shocking pink planters, vivid yellow or orange or blue focal points? Why not? Enjoy these pops of color to … ** Read more **

Posted in Gardens & Outdoor Rooms, Summer Decorating
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July 2, 2008

Outdoor Rooms: Happy Surprises

You know, there are so many blogs out there now with unbelievable projects and ideas up the kazoo, I am constantly blown away. I just gobble up your ideas. Every time I visit a blog with amazing talent my eyes pop out of my head. Do you realize this? … ** Read more **

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June 23, 2008

Outdoor Rooms: Secluded Spaces

I spotted this lovely little secluded outdoor room on Choose the Write blog who saw it on Garden Rooms blog...isn't it pretty? I can't stop staring at it, I just love it. Such a perfect place for some morning solitude with a cup of tea! I just got … ** Read more **

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June 19, 2008

Outdoor Rooms: DIY Hanging Daybed on Sunporch

How fun is this? A kind blogging reader Dandelions and Daydreams pointed this lovely idea out to me (thank you!) and I loved it so much I wanted to share it all with you! Such a cozy spot for a Sunday afternoon nap! Click here to find … ** Read more **

Posted in Creative Inspiration & Projects, Decorating Inspiration, DIY, Gardens & Outdoor Rooms
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June 14, 2008

Washington Post and Seattle Times

A big thank you to The Seattle Times and Terri Sapienza of the Washington Post for featuring The Inspired Room this week! Find ideas for Curb Appeal by clicking these links in The Inspired Room: Ideas for Curb Appeal Portland Area Curb Appeal … ** Read more **

Posted in Decorating Inspiration, Gardens & Outdoor Rooms
June 9, 2008

Outdoor Rooms: Curb Appeal

Coastal Living, Deborah Whitlaw Llewellyn (photo), Lisa Knowlton (designer) One of my most favorite things to consider in working on our outdoor spaces is curb appeal. Backyards are great for private living, but the front yard says a lot to your … ** Read more **

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