Posts by Barbara Bussey
Spectacular Design Showhouse
Oh my! This year’s SF Design Showhouse is jaw-dropping spectacular!! As if the Pacific Heights neighborhood isn’t fabulous enough, the house is truly remarkable. The checkerboard marble entry floor appears to be original but the entry walls are as smooth and lacquered as that of a new cocoa colored new car. Walk to your right,…
Read MoreSan Francisco Decorator Showcase
Every year, I look forward to a wonderful day with my women friends, as we visit the San Francisco Decorator Showcase . I am always inspired and amazed by what the creative design geniuses come up with each year. The homes are usually located in prime San Francisco areas, boasting a gorgeous view. The homes,…
Read MoreChanging Bedding With the Seasons
I’m one of those people who changes bedding with the seasons. Sure, you don’t need heavy bedding in July, but I change bedding for the sheer joy of it all! Some folks, with money to burn, have custom bedding made, to the tune of thousands. Ka-ching! My formula for a beautiful bed that’s easy to…
Read MoreDelicious Tile Options
A client of mine is planning to spruce up her kitchen, by adding a tile backsplash above the granite counters. So, off I went, to Natural Stone Design Gallery, on Power Inn Road, in Sacramento, Natural Stone Design Gallery. With granite countertops, you want to select a very simple backsplash, to compliment the natural movement…
Read MoreWords to Live Your Life By
This is a wonderful video from a very unique blog, Advanced Style. We’ve all seen the Red Hat Society ladies in their purple and red. I’ve told friends to shoot me, if ever I become a member. But, the ladies interviewed in this Advanced Style video, have a very refreshing view on their own…
Read MoreConfessions of a Lampaholic
No, there’s no 12-step program for lampaholics, but why would you need one? For me, lamps are a design accessory, not just a functional appliance for your home. While recessed ceiling lights are everywhere these days, they won’t “doll” up your home (or make you look as good) as a beautiful table lamp. I love…
Read MoreSpring is Here!
I know I keep repeating myself, but thank goodness for the sun! It’s still peeking in and out, from behind puffy white clouds, so I’m enjoying every minute before the first heat wave.
Read MoreAre Stenciled Walls In Your Future?
While wallpaper has made a beautiful comeback to many home interiors, so has stenciling. I’m not talking about grapevines around your kitchen ceiling. I’m talking about stunning graphics, artfully applied. If you plan on doing this yourself, I’d encourage you to keep it simple and take your time, with a ruler and level close at…
Read MoreBlue & White, a Timeless Favorite
I have forever loved blue and white china! My everyday china is Spode’s “Blue Room Collection”, that I used to pick up at Marshall’s for ten dollars a plate. I use blue and white china to hold the utensils on my kitchen counter..again pieces picked up at Marshall’s for next to nothing. The list goes…
Read MoreThree’s Never a Crowd
I love creating the perfect groupings of accessories in my house because a) they’re so easy to rearrange for a new look b) they allow me to express a little creativity without a big investment c) I can use them to reflect seasonal changes or holidays. Over the years, I have acquired special keepsakes, that…
Read MoreShopping Vintage in Old Town Fair Oaks
Old Town, Fair Oaks, is slowly becoming a shopping destination for vintage and antique collectors. It’s always had tons of charm and potential, and I’m happy to say it’s attracted two or three retailers that truly understand the art of display.
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