Last week I was asked, “Of all the gifts you have ever received, what is your favorite?” I immediately thought of a garage door opener from decades before. I know, a practical gift was my favorite of all time? And that same year I received diamonds as well! However,...
One thing I love to do is table scapes and center pieces. Recently my church let me do a few for our women’s mug exchange, and I’d like to share the pictures here. You can turn anything into a centerpiece. I happen to love animals, so here is a little puppy...
Is there anyone else that has a special memory of Valentine’s Day? Maybe you remember the first valentine day card you received. Or the special dinner your special someone planned just for you? My special valentine memory begins with a love triangle. Stacey...
As a lot of you know I teamed up with my friend and colleague, Holly Taylor from staging by Holly to offer a “staging for the holidays” decorating package. Both Holly and I have a love of design, and an equally obsessive love of Christmas...
The all important mantle The fireplace is typically the focal point of a living room. So it is important to create a beautifully designed mantle. We will focus on decorating the mantle for Christmas, but the basic rules applies to everyday items as well. Starting with...
I love Christmas, and all that it signifies but I also love it because I get to spread garland, lights and bright, twinkly decorations everywhere! I know everyone does not share in my love of decorating, or even for the holiday itself. So let me pass on a few design...
