Exquisitie lighting

Last night, we enjoyed a nice dinner at a lovely restaurant, Townhall, built of brick, after the 1906 earthquake, in San Francisco. It was originally a marine repair facility, and the bricks used to build it were charred from a fire during the quake…probably previously used in a demolished building. A local artist was exhibited…

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Tips from the Accessory Queen!

You know, I’ve always wanted to be queen of something,so I am the self-proclaimed Queen of Accessories!  Truthfully, I can’t live without them.  Plush throw pillows, pottery, artwork, greenery, personal treasures, beautiful books  and family photographs are just some of my favorites things. No home is complete, in my world, without beautiful vignettes throughout a home,…

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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…

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Holiday 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…

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Side-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…

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ABC 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…

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Purged!

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!…

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Home 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…

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Countertop 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…

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Haus 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…

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