September 18, 2013
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Decor Ideas, Deer Heads, Taxidermy
Why Taxidermy is a Good Idea
I've never been one for taxidermy. You know what I'm talking about - animal heads, antlers
Decor Ideas
August 31, 2013
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Decor Ideas, white decor, white house
It’s Quite All White
I've been drawn to white white white lately
May 7, 2013
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Decor Ideas, Fabric, Lulu DK, Moondance
Chasing Moondance…My Love Affair with a Fabric
The moment I laid eyes on this fabric pattern I knew I had to have it. Moondance, by Lulu DK The pretty blue and green colors, the edgy floral pattern, so mid-century Modern
March 10, 2013
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Before and After, Cheap DIY, Decor Ideas, DIY Projects, Do It Yourself, Entry Hall
Entry Hall Redo
When you pass through our front door, you walk a few steps and are faced with this little vignette: Pretty boring, right? I like the sunburst mirror (a fairly inexpensive find - only $70 on Wayfair), and the bamboo table fits on the small wall,
February 9, 2013
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Affordable, Decor Ideas, Garden Stool, Seating, side table
Trends That Stick: The Chinese Garden Stool
If you've turned on HGTV or glanced at an interior design magazine lately, chances are you've spotted a Chinese Garden Stool. Seems like every time I turn around, there they are staring back at me. It's the trend that keeps on giving! My absolute *favorite* part
December 21, 2012
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Decor Ideas, guest room
It’s the Little Things: 5 Steps to an Awesome Guest Room
When was the first time you really knew you were an adult? For me, it's when I realized that, holy cow, I was actually hosting Christmas for my whole out-of-town family. The remainder of our clan arrives tonight and we can't wait to have everyone
August 22, 2012
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Black banister, Black lacquer banister, Black lacquered banister, Decor Ideas, Popular Posts
Nifty Tip: The Black Lacquered Banister
Last fall, we visited some friends who had moved to Connecticut. Of all the details in their beautiful home, one element stuck out as something truly unique. Instead of a dark stain on their staircase's banister, it was painted a glossy black. So chic! So polished! I
August 12, 2012
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Decor Ideas, Gallery Wall, How to Hang a Gallery Wall, Photo Wall
Creating a Gallery Wall in Five Easy Steps
A nice gallery wall can really do wonders for a space. Isn't this fabulous? Via How to Decorate There are several different ways you could go in hanging a gallery wall. There's the clean, totally symmetrical look: Via Little Green Notebook Via Stylebeat Via Houzz There's the more eclectic, asymmetrical approach: Via Habitually Chic Via Martha Stewart Via Habitually
August 5, 2012
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Chiang Mai fabric, Chiang Mai Schumacher, Decor Ideas
Chiang Mai…my my
Is it weird to have a crush on a fabric pattern? For me, the Chiang Mai pattern by Schumacher was love at first sight. Here it is, in all its glory: Pretty pops of color, a traditional pattern but a little Chinoiserie edgy