Fifthroom Trends for 2012
Tired of the same old patio furniture, arranged in the same old boring way? There are some new and exciting trends for 2012 to help spruce up your “fifthroom,” including…
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Sashiko
I am announcing today my love of learning! Do you challenge yourself to learn something new every so often? I’m fascinated by the Japanese embroidery style called Sashiko, which I’ve…
Read MoreApril Showers
April Showers bring May flowers.. and what do showers often bring? A rainbow! This antique quilt measures 87″ x 82″ and is embroidered with initials. This kind of quilt totally…
Read MoreGET CHECKERED!
I just returned home from a flower and garden show visit where I was treated to 10 incredible display gardens featuring incredible plant styling, stunning art pieces and mind-boggling creativity.…
Read MoreColor Your World
Honestly, I am always drawn to neutrals. I adore them. But unless neutral palettes are done “just so”, they can be very boring. And who wants to live in a…
Read MorePerk Up Your Patio
As we round out the last week in March – closing out a winter that featured record-breaking warm temperatures in many parts of the country – I can’t help but…
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LANDSCAPING TO SELL
If you’re like millions of other people across the country, you’re in the middle of getting your house ready to put on the market. We all know what to do…
Read More5 Simple Ways to Freshen Up Your Master Bedroom
The master bedroom is meant to be a retreat. But let’s face it. Since our bedrooms are also meant to be private spaces, we often don’t give them the same…
Read MoreLuck ‘O the Irish
There is an old saying that “everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.” In addition to wearing green clothes and shamrock hats, consider giving your home a little Touch of…
Read MoreIn love with the Irish
I’m in love with the Irish ever since we toured the country with a bus load of quilters on a trip that included meeting two quilt guilds, what fun we…
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