Posts by Barbara Bussey
Words 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.
Read MoreFinding the Perfect Sofa
What do you look for, when purchasing a sofa? There are lots of things to consider, besides the price tag. Here’s my list… The Look: First and foremost, I have to love the way a sofa looks, before I’ll even bother to sit in it. I shop for simple lines and fabrics, traditional designs that…
Read MoreAffordable Outdoor Rooms
While the outdoor rooms in the prior post are certainly impressive, there are many ways to create a wonderful outdoor space,without ‘breaking the bank’! Instead of custom made or ready made outdoor curtains, consider cream colored painter’s drop cloths. It’s easy to install grommets for hanging and the material is washable and long-wearing. Pillows tossed…
Read MoreOutdoor Room Inspirations
Happy Sunday to you! On this grey and chilly afternoon, I’m dreaming of the warm Sacramento summers and life out-of-doors. There are so many possibilities! While we don’t have an ocean view, I am enjoying a view of deer feeding in the pasture next door! What do you think of this Moroccan style outdoor room…
Read MoreDuralee’s New Spring Fabrics
Duralee, one of the fabric companies for the design trade, showed off their new season of fabrics. Fabric trends included tile block prints, crisp bright colors, suzani inspired fabric designs, menswear inspired plaids and even embroidered fabrics that would be stunning used in draperies. Lilac was everywhere, especially paired with grey. Yellow, grey and white…
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