Today, I am sharing with you a easy and beautiful Pottery Barn inspired DIY just in time for Valentine's Day: How to make Pottery Barn Knock Off Love Votive Candles. … [Read more...]
Part 2 of 2012 Paint Colour Trends Series: Safari Escape
Hello all!Part 2 of the 2012 Paint Colour Trend series features a neutral pallette from Behr called Safari Escape.Behr From Behr : Safari Escape is a myriad of exotic and glamorous style. This tent-inspired space boasts relaxed neutrals that create the perfect backdrop for striking and sophisticated furniture and accessories. … [Read more...]
Part 1 of 2012 Paint Colour Trends Series: Wythe Blue
Hello all!Let's begin the 2012 Paint Colour Trend series with one of THE premier paint companies in the world, Benjamin Moore. Benjamin Moore's 2012 forecast features a beautiful blue colour called Wythe Blue. It is also their 2012 colour of the year. Stunning!  Benjamin Moore This colour is part of the Earth … [Read more...]
2012 Paint Colour Trends Series
Hello everyone! Well its a New Year and of course that means new design trends. I love to learn about the new trends in paint and decor, don't you too?! Reviewing the forcasted design trends is just a great way to base your ideas for updating the decor of your home; to keep your home looking current and fresh. I … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Cozy Cable-Knit Pillow Sale
This pillow cover is on sale today on the PB website....with free shipping!!! I ordered two. Pottery BarnThey are on sale for $10.99 each!! Marked down from $39.99!!! Deal or what??? And did I mention free shipping! Wow!They are super soft too. I did the touch and feel test at our PB store in Norfolk today … [Read more...]
A great movie to see with the kids.
Hello everyone!Last night my husband and I took our 2 boys to see the movie "The Adventures of Tintin" in 3D and it was terrific! The Adventures of TintinIf you are not familiar with the movie, it is based on a comic book series that was created by Belgian artist Georges Remi (1907–1983), who wrote under the pen name of Herge. The series … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas Everyone!
I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas today! Today I would like to take the opportunity to salute our military men and women who are deployed and far from home, as well as all the military families who miss their sons, daughters, sisters and brother, mothers and fathers. And especially the military wives. You rock!! Marine Writes Christmas … [Read more...]
DIY Tartan Pillows
Hello everyone! It's the day before Christmas and thought I would post a pillow project I completed yesterday, (which i had been meaning to do for a couple of weeks now).I made two pillows for my living room sectional from a tartan camp blanket I found at Goodwill three weeks ago. I am not sure what it is made from - since there was no … [Read more...]
Christmas house tour
Hello everyone! Are we all ready for Christmas yet?? Nope, me either!!! Still a bit more shopping to do but its 99% finished - so I think I will be ok and squeek through the preparations for another Christmas holiday.Ok - so its only a few days before Christmas and you have probably seen a million … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween!!
It's the day of spooks and ghouls!Real SimpleFun food!Good Housekeeping - Deathly Pale DessertsTricks: Bloody Punch or Treats:Martha Stewart Treat BagsHalloween decor:Country LivingBut most importantly - Family!Parents.comHappy Halloween everyone!!Heather … [Read more...]
Pillow Talk Monday
The second post of the series 'Pillow Talk' features a new pillow from Z Gallerie and it's perfect for Holiday decorating:Novoli pillow 26 inch - Z Gallerie      I love the graphic pattern and combination of silk velvet with linen. Sumptous! Bring on the holidays!!Have a great day! Heather … [Read more...]
Pillow Talk
Happy Monday Ladies!I thought I would start a new series of posts which will be featured every Monday called 'Pillow Talk'.Now that I have your complete attention: I have to point out that these are NOT posts of that kind of 'pillow talk' ladies!!!!!! I know what you're thinking!!! Wink Wink! These … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy DIY Burlap Hurricane Sleeve
See this Quick and Easy way to dress up your hurricane candle holders with burlap! DIY Burlap Hurricane Sleeve with easy tutorial and supply list included. … [Read more...]
Easy DIY Address Plaque Makeover
Home Improvement and curb appeal tip: Easy DIY address plaque makeover tutorial with complete supply list and step by step instructions that you can follow along to make one for your home! It's SUPER IMPORTANT for your house number to be visible from the street for emergency responders! … [Read more...]
Labour Day Blues
Well, I am going to say it....today, Labour Day 2011, I am a bit (ok, a lot!) sad for a few reasons. Tomorrow its (drumroll please!): Back to School. Summer is officially over. That makes me a bit sad. End of days of lounging around the house, end of days spent on the beach. This back to school year in particular, makes me feel sad since my … [Read more...]