clever items to collect

The hardest thing about having a collection is displaying it in a beautiful way. I love this tea-pot collection, so colorful and cheerful for a dining area. Likewise, these woven baskets make a great entrance statement. And these plates look just as charming … Continue reading

how to repurpose an old canvas painting into new art

If you have a canvas that you painted that you aren’t really digging (this happens to me now and again) here is a project that can help you reuse that canvas in an easy way to make a new art … Continue reading

how to arrange flowers and make your own bouquets

For today’s post, I’d like to introduce the basics of flower arranging.. something I have always been interested in. There are many things to learn and perfect in this art but for now I will start with the basics. I … Continue reading

how to make wall art from corks

Here is an easy way to  capture some of your better wine nights and make them into an artful memory or at least a conversation piece for your next wine night! Start by collecting corks. Wine and champagne. I’d just swipe mine from … Continue reading

Easy Magazine Art

I have been away from my blog for a few days but I am now back! I had a lot on my plate this last week but I am ready to return to providing some fun and useful home design … Continue reading

how to use travel to improve your home

The best home decor is something that reflects your personal style and what more reflects your style than your travel photography? If you have cool, colorful shots from a travel destination, blow them up to an 8×10 or 11×14 size … Continue reading

how a tray can simplify your life

A tray is a great addition to almost any tabletop. It adds instant storage and dynamic to an otherwise flat tabletop. You can use a simple tray, like one of these, to not only serve food in the traditional sense … Continue reading

how to artfully arrange a book shelf

A common misconception is that book cases and shelves are intended only for books. Most of us like reading, or at least looking at pictures, but most people do not have a full on library in their home and often … Continue reading

how to hang a photo, art piece or wall decor…

It can sometimes be tricky to get that perfect piece of art or brilliant photo onto your wall in a way that is attractive, level and meshed correctly with your other perfect pieces. Here are some simple tips for creating … Continue reading

a statement piece, every room needs one

A statement piece is the object that all design in a room or quite possibly an entire thought of architecture can be derived and developed from. These paintings by Sharon Cummings are truly beautiful pieces of work and I can see … Continue reading