Guest Blog Entry #27, Entry #306, October 20, 2010 Halloween is less than two weeks away and the safety of your home’s walkway, garage, and front entry are important. Today, I welcome Paul Gosselin from NightScenes Landscape Lighting Professionals he explains how walkway lighting is important for children safety at Halloween. This topic is so…
Entry #294, October 8, 2010 As October gets underway I already feel the chill in the air, beckoning for fall weather to be on its way. This is the first day that I felt like I needed a sweater to go outside! I started to think today, we need our fireplace cleaned! Have you hired…
Entry #287, October 1, 2010 I’m always amazed at how many homes are still on the market. The housing market has shown an improvement over the last few months but the average is still well below normal. If you are looking for a home, aside from the price what features are you looking for? Do…
Entry #284, September 23, 2010 Yesterday, September 22nd was the starting of the Autumnal Equinox. Autumn/Fall is a welcomed season for most. It means fall colors, cooler temperatures and the official start of the soon-to-be holiday season. Martha Stewart has beautiful crafts and decor ideas to bring Autumn decor into your home. This Feather quill…
Guest Blog Entry #21, Entry #269, September 8, 2010 A few weeks ago, the DIY Stagetecture Saturday was about how to install outdoor landscape lighting. Outdoor lighting can make the difference between your home looking inviting to guests at night, or being able to enjoy your home past sunset. Today, I welcome Paul Gosselin from…
Entry #262, September 1, 2010 On this first day of September, it has me start thinking of the fall months and keeping organized. Now that the kids are back in school, and everyone has their own schedule, wouldn’t it be great to have a VISUAL way of staying organized? Not necessarily a giant schedule saying…
Guest Blog Entry #19, Entry #256, August 26, 2010 What does your home represent to you? Is it only a place you rest your head at night? For most, home represents a sanctuary of comfort and safety. From early childhood we are taught that your home is where your family lives, grows, and embodies the…
Guest Blog Entry #18, Entry #250, August 20, 2010 At the beginning of the summer I had a blog post on how to enjoy porches to gain inspiration for relaxing and entertaining. Today, my guest blogger shows us how to gain square footage in our home and save more money than the conventional addition. Of…
Entry #243, August 13, 2010 When selling your home in this difficult home market, a slow period is expected. Between the enormous amount of inventory of homes to choose from, buyers have their pick of thousands. Although, when is it time to re-evaluate why your home is still on the market? If other homes in…
Entry #227, July 28, 2010 Last night, I had great conversation with #InteriorDesignChat on Twitter Chat. A group of design professionals who get together each Tuesday night at 6pm EST and talk about home design related topics. Last night the topic was ‘Fall Trends in Home Decor’ – absolutely up my alley! It was wonderful…
Entry #213, July 15, 2010 It has been 95 degrees and up for the last week in Jacksonville, Florida. Coupled with the humidity, 105 is what it feels like, in the shade! I’ve always admired those who have swimming pools – but also never wanted one for myself. I suppose the paranoia of being responsible…
Entry #207, July 9, 2010 I’m always looking for new ways to add color, and comfort into home decor ideas. Today I came across these beautiful images for floor pillows! Do you use floor pillows in your home? I love how the following rooms look like they can be casual and relaxed, but not sacrificing…