Entry #831, December 12, 2011 Like so many of you I enjoy gorgeous photography! The only thing better than great images, are beautifully photographed holiday home decor. Over the weekend I came across some great images on Pinterest, and thought I would share them with you. Christmas trees are usually the show stopper and the…
Entry #830, December 12, 2011 I was excited to be chosen by Lumens – who specialize in contemporary lighting and modern home accessories, to curate my most wanted modern gifts this holiday season. I represented Freshome, and was asked to pick my top holiday picks that I would love to own. Lumens has an excellent…
Entry #829, December 11, 2011 One of my favorite holiday past times during the holiday season is driving through the neighborhoods with beautiful Christmas lights. From the overly imaginative to the tastefully done, the holiday season is a great time to light up your outdoor home. I was admiring these creative ideas on Southern Living…
Entry #828, December 10, 2011 Every year, Pantone announces its color of the year. For the last two years, Stagetecture has showcased the gorgeous colors. The past years – Pantone 2011 – Honeysuckle & Pantone 2010 – Turquoise were delightful tones that were gorgeous and reflected the past years beautifully. For 2012 – Tangerine Tango…
Guest Blogger #293, Entry #826, December 9, 2011 Anyone who is interested in the many fields of design can no doubt draw parallels between them, seeing both structural and creative elements and themes mirrored in various forms throughout the worlds of fashion, architecture, art, automobiles, and so on. So if you’re looking for inspiration when…
Guest Blogger #292, Entry #825, December 9, 2011 Creating interior spaces that are not only intuitively functional but also eminently beautiful is about more than engineering and art; these spaces need that indefinable element that helps to enrich the lives of the people that live and work in them. And this is the reason that…
Guest Blogger #291, Entry #824, December 9, 2011 Although most of us purchase homes that are already built, that doesn’t mean that we can’t arrange and fill our spaces in a way that is in keeping with our eco-friendly sensibilities. And of course, upgrades and additions to an existing structure can also be performed in…
Guest Blogger #290, Entry #823, December 8, 2011 Some family memories come in the form of photographs that visually document important events like holidays and the progression of birthdays that track a child from infancy to adulthood, while others may be stored in video footage, audio recordings, artwork, correspondence, and even oral histories that have…
Guest Blogger #287, Entry #820, December 7, 2011 Have you thought about hosting a holiday party but don’t know where to start? If you are in college, or any other age, you should think about throwing a holiday cookie party! Have you ever heard of a holiday cookie party? The idea is very simple, you…
Entry #816, December 5, 2011 Let’s face it, after the Christmas tree, the fireplace mantle is the focal point for your holiday home. It can be an extension of the tree with its decorations or it can take on its own personality. Here are some beautiful mantles that I think you can gain inspiration from!…
Entry #814, December 4, 2011 Every year, I enjoy seeing what trends are big for the holiday season. I remember a few years ago, the rebirth of the eclectic aluminum Christmas tree was popular, and then the introduction of a non-traditional colored Christmas became popular. Today, I thought I would highlight some trendy colored Christmas…
Entry #813, December 4, 2011 Yesterday, my daughter and I started our traditional holiday baking, and I forgot how much people enjoy receiving homemade edibles from neighbors, friends and family! Instead of spending a lot of money this year, how about make homemade holiday treats? Here’s one from the archives… Image via: Delish [ad#co-1] Original…