In January during a blackout our pipes broke resulting in water damage to a number of rooms in our home. What was a bit of a disaster turned into a positive for me because it finally got me moving to do something about one of my biggest decorating problems. That would be my dining room.... See my complaints in this post . It's quite a list. Too much of a good thingThis is how it all looked in early 2000 .....Wood, wood and more woodProblem lines Wood everywhere isn't the only problem. Note the all the horizontal lines from the buffets to the...
Do you need a little luck?
We just finished two months of renovations after our broken water pipes and I wanted something fresh and green for my living room. I went to the florist to get a.... lucky shamrock seeing it was St. Patrick's Day and my ancestors are Irish. The best laid plans often fizzle in the face of something more interesting or inviting. The poor old shamrock didn't get a second look when I saw this....Lucky bamboo pillarI couldn't help myself. I was pulled in by this lucky bamboo. Most bamboo plants grow into a leggy, somewhat untidy mess, and for that reason...
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accessories,
lucky bamboo,
plants
Too much of a good thing
NO MORE!The big questionHave you ever had to call a halt to buying yet another object that you love? When does just enough become too much? I had to confront both questions this week while I was shopping for accessories with my sister. Telling it like it is " Oh, I love that. " was answered with " "You don't need another one". I had to admit then and there that I am obsessed with birds; circles and poppies are chasing on their heels (or feathers). I am trying to control it, but I keep seeing so many that I love. I'm even thinking about...
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accessories,
birds,
vignettes
Seeing double
I couldn't resist this title. Anyone who knows me well will laugh when they see it because I do in fact have double vision resulting from a fall. Not to worry clients, it is corrected with a special lens in my glasses. Two of something is often considered boring in interior design, but as you know there are exceptions to every rule. Usually you will find one mirror in an interior, but in some cases two can be much more interesting and effective than one.Think about using two mirrors when you : Have double sinksDouble mirrors in bathroomsource I like the...
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design tips,
mirrors
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