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Monthly Archives: April 2012
Thrifting: French Porcelain Basket
My french porcelain basket from last week’s thrifting trip got a little TLC and some flowers. I couldn’t find peonies, so I used what I had. I incorporated fresh roses, tulips, and lilacs. The flowers are kept in place by using a flower frog … Continue reading →
Out and About: Communiversity
Saturday was a cool spring day. It was a great day for a walk through town with a friend. I had a fun time catching up. We were not alone. Princeton held its annual festival, Communiversity. The day brings together the … Continue reading →
Curated: Equestrian Chic
Inspired by the Kentucky Derby next week, I’m kicking it up a notch. I found a few favorite things for the home and to wear for the occasion. Want to evoke a sense of equestrian chic? Let’s start at the bar. … Continue reading →
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Tagged Dappled Grey, DecoratorsBest, Furbish Studio, Kentucky Derby, Mint Juleps, One Kings Lane, Pottery Barn, Ralph Lauren Equestrian chic, Serena and Lily, Spirit of Sports, Strap and Buckle, Tracey Tooker
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Thrifting: Life Is An Adventure
You probably know by now that Wednesday is my thrifting day. I look forward to getting outside to the stores and talking to the vendors. Yesterday’s trip to one of the shops threw me a curve ball in the way … Continue reading →
Slipcover Style
Slipcovers offer a great way to dress up furniture that is worn, stained or outdated. No need to add to the landfills with outdated furniture. Remember to donate pieces you want to replace. Consider shopping at thrift shops and consignment shops … Continue reading →
Eco Chic
Sunday was Earth Day. It is a day set aside for the world to think about the environment and what we can do to protect it. It also is a wonderful reminder for us to reduce, recycle and reuse. Thrifting … Continue reading →
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Tagged Bambeco, Burkedecor, earth day, eco chic, Pottery Barn, West Elm
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222 Mount Lucas Road
This home is conveniently located within walking distance to town. It has a lovely kitchen with Miele appliances. Read on and discover the attention to details in this house. The home has a complete Renovation Studs to Sub-Flooring including Electrical and Plumbing. Charming, Modern … Continue reading →
Curated
Cenco de Mayo is just around the corner. The holiday celebrates Mexico’s victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla. It’s a fun celebration for young and old. Hosting inside or outside, formal or casual, the possibilities are endless. Remember to keep it … Continue reading →
Posted in Decorating, entertaining
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Tagged Cenco de Mayo, Green Wedding Shoes, martha stewart, Pottery Barn, Spanish
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Nature Inspired
Nature is a beautiful thing. Inspired by the colors of these seashells, pink coral, flamingo, orange, these amazing rooms show how refreshing adding color to your decor transform a a home. Don’t want to dive into color just yet, then here are … Continue reading →
Color Bliss
Lately pink, coral, and orange has caught my attention. The combination of these colors are fun, chic and great to brighten a room. Do you have a favorite color combination this Spring? Layla Grace, Land of Nod, Fabric.com, One Kings Lane Thanks … Continue reading →
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Tagged coral, Fabric, Land of Nod, Layla Grace, One Kings Lane, orange, Pink
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Out and About
Happy Monday! Yesterday was a fabulous sunny day. I took my camera on my Sunday walk around the neighborhood. Princeton, NJ is a vibrant college town with art, music, parks, restaurants and an Ivy League university. Happy to share my … Continue reading →
Weekend Real Estate
Looking for privacy and beauty. This home has it. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, this home is completely hidden from view on a 4.50 acre wooded lot is a gracious French Provincial home surrounded by every amenity necessary to host … Continue reading →
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Tagged Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty., Princeton, real estate
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Curated
Walking around on this Spring day inspired me to bring a post for preparing the patio and garden for long days and warm nights with family and friend. The Well Appointed House has many fabulous items for the home and garden. … Continue reading →
Thrifting Vanity Tray
Do you have a special area for your pretty things to start your day? A stop to the thrift shop reminded me that it was time to do a little Spring organizing starting with myself. I’ve scheduled a hair cut, started an inspiration … Continue reading →
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Tagged beauty, martha stewart, Pinterest, Summer Style, Thirfting, vanity tray
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Staircase DIY
Personalizing a house rental presents a few challenges. Among them is whether or not to make the investment in quality items that you cannot move with you. Case in point, how to bring personality to this small staircase. Paint would be an easy … Continue reading →
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Tagged Dash and Albert, diy, Home Decorators, Ikea, Marshalls, nailhead trim, staircase
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