A must have vase I'm in love with the Boblen vase my new neighbour gave me. Although we do not know each other well, she could not have chosen a more fitting gift. I always have some version of fresh greenery or flowers in my home. The more I look at this little gem the more ideas I get for using it. The Bobl…
10 simple accent trees for Christmas. There is definitely a "simpler Christmas" trend in the last several years. Simple is good and clean and when you add green to the mix you have the perfect Christmas accent, a small/miniature tree. From plain to layered, there are lots of options. A little woodland whimsy with wooden beads. Group…
The value of objects Every home is filled with furniture and objects, but they are not valued equally by homeowners. Personal preferences and history play a part in determining individual likes and dislikes in furniture and accessories. Coming to terms with what you truly value in your home can help you set a design fo…
Celebrate ordinary thingsIt is not necessary to spend huge amounts of money to accessorize your home. Much of what you need is probably in another room or in the natural environment. Garage sales, thrift stores etc. can also provide economical options. The trick is to select things that have multiple uses. In this wa…
Embrace spaceI had a refreshing conversation with a client/friend recently about reordering and supplementing her space to make it more peaceful and inviting. It brought me back to what I feel is important, and what I am most attracted to in my own living space. My last post explores ways to create a pe…
