When Candice (my sister) asked me to help dress up her master bedroom, I got right to work. Here’s a little information: I can’t wait to work with my sister to start working to enhance my “lifeless” master bedroom! I want it to be a room that has meaning and life (nothing really matches or […]
Moving in…
So… we are new to “blogging town”…
Facts about finishes
You’ve found a color, but what about a finish? Flat paint hides flaws, but higher sheen is easier to clean. To select the right sheen, consider the look you want, the condition of the existing surface and the desired durability. Here is a little guide:
Window Shopping: Salvage Eye Candy
What’s more fun than window shopping? Kevin and I took the day off (for his Birthday) yesterday and paraded around Sarasota. We invaded two fabulous shops yesterday and found some sweet items (DIY projects) to share! Since we have been watching American Pickers on the History Channel, Kevin didn’t mind perusing around these neat […]
Birthday Boy
So, it’s my Husband’s Birthday today!! Just a lil’ side post to let him know that I love him oh so much!
Feeling Green
I’m feeling a bit green today. Not eco-friendly, do-good to the environment type of green. Just green. It’s good to be green. What’s spring without bursts of green? Even though spring hasn’t fully proven itself in the weather, it is on the way, despite the fact that outwardly, we are still bundled up in all […]
Spring Cleaning
Since we are on the brink of spring, we have already begun to organize and clear our clutter. The clean freak in me jumps for joy when it is time for a good spring cleaning! The Milner’s have cleaned, filed and purged unwanted items in preparation for a clutter free spring. To rid our garage […]
Flower Power
We are on a countdown waiting for spring to arrive. I have been busy putting away the winter décor (accessories, decorative towels, etc.) to prepare the way to splash spring into our home. Flowers are a sure way to brighten up any home’s décor. Bright and colourful or soft and neutral, flowers certainly add instant […]
Readers Tell All: What would you pick?
This week we’re wondering about your dream kitchens. Well, mainly the countertops. Do you yearn for Granite or Zodiaq? Or is it Corian that tickles your fancy? Selecting the right countertop for your space is one of the most important decisions you will have to make in the kitchen. The countertop sets the tone for […]
"Fresh Picks": March 2010
Happy March! This month’s décor trends are bursting with color and fantastic patterns. Since this winter has been one of the coldest we have had in Florida, I am extremely excited to start splashing spring into our home. I came across so many colorful and beautiful accessories this month that it was really hard to […]