Posts by Barbara Bussey
Spray On Some Holiday Cheer!
Have you discovered the versatility of metallic spray paint? No? Well, if you’re looking to jazz up your holiday home, for next to nothing, gold and silver spray paint is your friend! How about taking your harvest collection of pumpkins and gourds and spraying them a mix of silver and gold? If you have an inexpensive wreath…
Read MoreHoliday Plans for Two Empty Nesters
Joyous Noel! It’s Veteran’s Day and already, I’m anticipating my first Holiday season without either of my children in sight. My adult children, 19 and 21. Instead of “crying in my soup”, which would be easy to do…I’m going to rack my brain for some festive things to plan for, sans children. How about having…
Read MoreSide-tracked at Carnegie Deli
For me, the senses become more ‘alive’ here in New York city. Between beautiful sights, amazing clothing and accessory displays to scrumptious food and the latest home design showrooms, it’s so delightfully easy to become distracted! Today, I was in awe, strolling through Henri Bendel’s 2nd and 3rd floor of costume jewels, scarves, purses and…
Read MoreABC Carpet and Home
When I walk through the doors of ABC Carpet and Home, I’m transported to another energy level. You’d think that with a name like ABC, you’d find a boring, nondescript store with more of what you see everywhere else. Just the opposite, as a matter of fact! ABC is in two massive buildings in Manhattan…
Read MoreWolfhome, 22nd & Broadway
If you’re looking for wild and not so wild fabrics on custom built furniture, this is your source!
Read MorePurged!
Saturday’s staging inventory sale was a huge success, thanks to my dear friend, Moka and his amazing organization and sales skills! My husband, Bob, was there to help as well and together, we were able to sell 80+% of everything in stock. Lots of folks got some great deals, which was also rewarding for us!…
Read MoreHome Stager’s Closeout Sale – Bargains Galore, Oct. 9th
If you or someone you know is looking to do some decorating “on the cheap”, a great opportunity is just around the corner! This coming Saturday, October 9th, the entire home staging inventory is up for grabs at some very attractive prices. If you’re a home stager or looking for some new home accessories, accent…
Read MoreCountertop Choices Expanding
When I was growing up, enjoying the “luxury” of military housing, Formica or poorly maintained tile countertops seemed the norm. Now, decades later, the choices abound. From honed or polished granite, to cement, limestone, quartz, stainless steel or marble, all the way to beautifully grained woods, the options are endless. Wooden countertops seem so daringly…
Read MoreHaus is Moving!
Haus, one of Sacramento’s loveliest home furnishings stores, is moving to a bigger and better space this month…hopefully as soon as next week! Visit www.hausbydr.com, when you have a chance to learn about their furniture lines and design services. This is David Randall’s “baby” and he has hit a “home run” moving into the former Ivy…
Read MorePlan Now for Stressless Holiday Entertaining
As you stroll home furnishing stores and read your favorite design magazines and blogs, remember that this is the time to start making your holiday to-do list. Do you have any gatherings in your home planned? Want to spruce things up for Thanksgiving and beyond? Think about a new accent color for pillows, lamp shades,…
Read MoreThe Harmonious Home
There’s more to a beautiful home than pretty things. Most of us know this simple fact, but many tend to overlook or ignore the need for harmony in our lives and the place we call home. First and foremost should be comfort. For me, that means clean, clutter-free order; colors that are in harmony; furnishings…
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