Whenever I visit my mom, I often acquire a new “thing”.  Sometimes it’s a treasured item that has been passed down from previous generations; sometimes it’s a  beautiful gift because she was thinking of me, and other times it might be what some would call “junk”. You know those interesting things found in someone’s trash,

Decorating with shades can be fantastic!  For a  crisp look with clean lines, roller shades are a good choice.   And boy have they come a long way from the white vinyl  shades of yesterday.  If you are looking for a new direction for your window treatments, these images may garner some inspiration.  And if

Once you finish that bottle of wine, whatever you do, don’t throw out the cork! There are so many things you can do with corks, whether its hundreds of corks or just one single one. The following are some of the many different ways that you can re-use corks. Business Card or Place Card Holder

I love stripes!  There’s something about the zing that they add to decor.  They can wake up a tired sofa or chair, or add a dramatic backdrop to your walls.  Take a look at   how you can use stripes in your home. Eclectic living room design by new york architect SchappacherWhite Ltd.  The balance

ROMANTIC NIGHT IN Valentines Day is fast approaching. Are you already thinking about how you want to spend this special day?  Perhaps you’ll be surprised by your significant other, and not have any say so in the arrangements, but if you do have an input, here are some ideas to discuss together. Imagine being able