It all started with this...Remember this roadblock to my Mom Cave/home office makeover? Should they stay or should they go was playing in my head. While the moldings are pretty in some spaces, I'm kinda over them in here and the limitations they place on wall art.My fear is that should I try to remove them, the damage to the wall could be extensive. They've been in place for 26 years, caulked and repainted multiple times … [Read more...]
I Can’t Resist… Windsor Smith
January 10, 2011 by · 2 Comments
I snagged a copy of December's House Beautiful to take to the beach with me last month and I could not stop pouring over Windsor Smith's incredible interior designs for a young family's home in California. Would you ever guess that family-friendly spaces could look so elegant and yet comfortable at every turn? She's gifted that way! Her use of silvery tones, reflective surfaces, and understated color keeps the rooms light, fresh, and … [Read more...]
Cool Shades
June 7, 2010 by · 7 Comments
As the summer heats up, I find myself conjuring up images of cool ocean waters... and the beautiful blues and greens that soothe the soul. What if we brought those hues indoors? Blue is the one of the hot new trends in color this season, I'm finding. Not only can blue make a warm space feel cooler, but it also has a calming effect that is universal. Since the most inexpensive way to change a room is a gallon of paint, … [Read more...]
Tip of the Week: Take It Outside!
May 17, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Before it gets too hot, dine al fresco with your family! You don't need a special occasion to set a pretty table outdoors. Use a potted plant or two as your centerpiece and pull out the stops: placemats, napkins, glassware (or deckware). Pieces you already own will take on new life in an outdoor setting! Mix and match your dinnerware to have some fun, but keep it simple so you can enjoy the scenery and the … [Read more...]
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