Monthly Archives: December 2011

Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Thank you for your support during the past five months.  It has been wonderful sharing my blog and meeting new friends along the way.  I’m looking forward to learning and sharing more decorating and design inspiration throughout 2012.  Have a Healthy and Happy New Year!   … Continue reading →

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HomeGoods Pick of the Week

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

I found a small globe at HomeGoods to add to my globe collection.   Accessories are my thing.  A room is not complete without them.  Accessories make the room personal.    As my personal taste changes, so do my accessories.    However, my major pieces stay … Continue reading →

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One Mirror, Two Looks

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

I hope you had a wonderful holiday with family and friends.  On a trip to Pottery Barn Kids last week,  I saw a charming mirror on display.   I was thinking the mirror would look great in a living room, as well.  So, when I saw a … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

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HomeGoods Pick Of The Week

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

The weather has been mild the last few days.  I’m not complaining.  The cold weather will be here soon.   Area rugs are essential for making my home cozy and warm.  If you have bare floors and are looking for a rug, don’t forget … Continue reading →

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Capture the Magic

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Capturing special holiday moments on film and video is always fun.  Kids grow up fast before our eyes.  One year for Christmas, when my kids were little, we had Santa come to our house and give them a few presents.  The excitement and surprise … Continue reading →

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White Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

 DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS… Entertaining in the city,  more modern decor would make me equally happy, or    gathering with friends in the country, setting the table, baking Christmas cookies in the country kitchen,   fixing my hair in … Continue reading →

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Holiday Blooms

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Paperwhites, amaryllis and  poinsettia are classic bulbs and plants for the holidays.  Bring the outdoors in with blooms of the season.  Planting bulbs indoors is a great way to nourish the soul  during the winter months.  Bulbs are easy to grow indoors. … Continue reading →

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HomeGoods Pick of the Week

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!  The Princeton, NJ, HomeGoods store was busy with customers doing their holiday shopping today.  This week,  I’m focusing on decorating the dining room table for all your holiday meals.   I found these beautiful china pieces, by Spode and Lenox, that will … Continue reading →

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Christmas Decorating Ideas Using Fruit

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Creating bursts of color in your holiday decor can be as easy as opening your refrigerator.  Bring out your lemons, oranges, clementines to add to your garland.  I’m enjoying this room thinking of all the citrus fragrance.  Beautiful, but will need a few elves … Continue reading →

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Finding The Perfect Gift

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Magazines, TV celebrities and bloggers are happy to share their gift guide this time of year.  Many people have finished gift shopping, while others wait until a few days before Christmas to make their purchase.  You might be feeling stress just about now thinking … Continue reading →

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Christmas Card Display

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Where do you display your Christmas cards?  Display your cards in style.  Hang  ribbon from a door, armoire door, or closet door. Get out the double-stick tape to attach your beautiful cards to your ribbon.  Instead of a blank door, you’ll be surrounded by holiday images and warm … Continue reading →

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Happy Monday!

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

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Coastal Mantel Holiday Decor

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Make your mantel festive with some coastal inspiration.  Beautiful stockings with beach theme designs. Bring the outside in with this color scheme… sand, ocean and blue skies.   This beautiful room comes via Emily Ruddo of Armonia Decors.  She is also … Continue reading →

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Santa’s Workout

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!  HomeGoods has some great Christmas decor.  Couldn’t help but share this one just in time for the Ford Ironman coverage this weekend. If you are a triathlete, there is no bigger day in this sport than the Ironman World … Continue reading →

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