Unidentified Flower in Las VegasMay 9, 2011
One thing we have not done in Las Vegas is wander through a nursery. This beautiful flower that I think is a member of the orchid family was a common planting at several Las Vegas casinos. It was quite pretty so next time we visit Las Vegas I am going to make a point to go through a couple of plant nurseries. Surprisingly when trying to identify
Unidentified Flower in Las Vegas
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A Few Thoughts on the Weather
We left for our spring vacation on May 8 returning home late May 25. Actually we made a pit stop at home for about 18 hours between flights. I have pictures to share and got a lot of novel growing ideas during the trips so will share those as well but to start off I have a few thoughts on the weather. It was a long, drawn-out winter with ample snow fall. There wasn't a spell of bitter cold
Canopy bed designs for beach bedrooms and more!!
Summer is here and all of us are looking for ways to make the best of sunshine and open skies. Here are some bedroom design ideas just perfect for the weather! Beautiful flowing sheer white drapes are so summery, romantic and elegant. Its an easy option for those who would like to create a lovely romantic bedroom, and also perfect for a beach theme.
It might seem like a costly choice, but canopy is an easy and affordable accent for any bedroom. There are lots of ideas here for you to get inspired. You might even undertake a project to make a simple canopy yourself. Canopy bed designs are perfect for open airy beach bedrooms and also for the simple yet elegant romantic bedrooms.
Canopy beds are so stylish, and such an interesting addition to any bedroom. Try to create one for your bedroom, it will be a whole new world! Get inspired, get daring :)
It might seem like a costly choice, but canopy is an easy and affordable accent for any bedroom. There are lots of ideas here for you to get inspired. You might even undertake a project to make a simple canopy yourself. Canopy bed designs are perfect for open airy beach bedrooms and also for the simple yet elegant romantic bedrooms.
This is a perfect design for open country style beach cottage. The simple furniture and wooden flooring is offset by the willowy sheer white canopy. Love the rattan chairs and the beautiful sunlight!
Wooden detailing, the lovely roof and the rustic elegance just perfect! This effect can be recreated in your own bedroom. Pick neutrals and earthy colors, and add the lovely canopy bed, simple yet stylish!
The color combination in this bedroom is so unique. Turquoise blue and white is a great combination. Add them to neutral background, and you have a perfect beach bedroom. Love the vaulted ceiling!
Another design to inspire, the whole setting is spartan with very little accent. However it looks decorated and completely done with just the canopy bed! It adds richness to the entire room. Pretty!
Love!! This is my favourite simply because I love blue so much! The cool colors and beautiful exotic feel. Its a simple canopy, yet it is the focal point. Add a little sheer for a super stylish bed.
Tropical bedroom with the perfect drape of fabric! For those who love simple, minimal and spacious places this is just the perfect decor. The pop of green and yellow is specially pleasing.
This is a designer interpretation of a canopy bed. Very interesting, and unique bed poles that makes it a piece of art for everyday use. Think out of the box sometimes to add the little extra to any design.
These two designs of canopy bed is special because each is unique. The first one is simply a swag of lovely cotton fabric draped to look like a canopy. This would even fit into a student's budget!
Boho eastern influence, the shimmering teal is so inviting. Its like having an Arabian Night right in your own home. Try to create a really special decor with lovely colored drapes for a daring beautiful look.
Canopy beds are so stylish, and such an interesting addition to any bedroom. Try to create one for your bedroom, it will be a whole new world! Get inspired, get daring :)
Have you decorated your garage lately?
Have a street facing garage? That is an asset in the "fairy tale" town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, in California. Let's examine together.....you might have another decorating project!
LOVE the above patina, it never occurred to me to put such effort into these often neglected doors.
notice how the drive pulls everything together?
A perpendicular wooden trellis is perfect for supporting Rapunzel like vines.
Noticing the hardware on these doors? It gets even better.......
This is my favorite! Oh the weathered patina, the hand hewn beams turned supports.......that hardware, the whole look is very French Normandy
Notice the subtle upturn of the roofline? How about those integrated columns, the exterior sill under the tiny window?
Reminiscent of over scaled French shutters. the size and scale of the light fixtures are perfect
Let's examine this closely; notice the stone columns? As in most of these examples the garage is an additional focal point......how many of us can proclaim that? Take a close look at another aspect I love; all of the garage doors are made to 'look' like they open from the center, see the horizontal lines? Nearly all US garage doors are roll up's. When Steve built our barn we wanted the same look for our overhead door. He accomplished that by building it himself, purchasing the overhead fixtures, assembling horizontal boards, and adding handles like the photo above. The hunt will resume for killer hardware.
Carrying forth the architectural elements
These architectural elements have made all the doors special, yes the inherent architecture helps....a lot, but here are some ideas you can do now
- add "center opening" hardware
-add side hardware 'straps' taking it a step further
-they all are exceptional extensions of the homes architecture (repeating elements)
-be certain your lighting is up to date and to scale
How about no garage, just a portico....perhaps if life was in a California climate, i can only dream
Utter perfection in a one car garage.
Utter perfection in a vintage car; my dream; a British (of course British);
Morris Minor
Fifi O'Neill
The charming Fifi at our shop.
I was not aware that she is French; "Fifi"-yes, of course! And I fell in love with her instantly, charming, funny, self-depricating, lovely................
I would recommend this book highly. My personal style is not feminine, prairie, shabby chic, etc. but there are many elements in this book I enjoyed and will attempt to replicate. Did you also know it is not really a decorating book? It weaves the tales of the women who not only created their style but indeed live the lifestyle. Shhhh.......she is working on a second book, hint; it will be 'yummy'
Happy week
debra
Grow Herbs That Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden
You may already know that hummingbirds are attracted to the color red (orange too), especially when red blossoms have a deep, trumpet or tubular shape.
Herbs That Attract Hummingbirds
Herbs have gourmet fragrance hummingbirds love too. If you enjoy having fast fliers around your patio, deck or garden, make them welcome with a few strong scents and colors they'll appreciate. Hummingbirds aren't
Vacation Observations
While many in our area are seeing visions of their gardens dance in the seed magazines we spent a good portion of May in Las Vegas for the first leg of our spring vacation. Our house is still for sale so I really don't want to get too attached to starting up the garden beds although I will be focusing on movable containers this year. At any rate May for us is always spring vacation month that
Lemon Sugar Recipe
Let's talk about sugar for a minute. White granulated sugar tastes plenty sweet, but it doesn't have much flavor. That's one reason flavored sugars are so popular. Pair a favorite flavoring with sugar and you have an ingredient that adds depth to your dishes without extra last-minute effort. It's more than a time saver, too.
Culinary garnishes like flavored sugars, oils and vinegars give you an
Late for my own party....can you come?
I am late again.......landscape season does that, my head is barely attached. And, this is a very important post, which should have gone out last week. So if in the 'hood, come by, you can't miss this one.......a book signing with Fifi O'Neill
The Editor
THE book
This is not Fifi's first book and with another in the making, this popular author is in demand. Wait until you lay eyes on her BOHO outfit found for the occasion
And shockingly the first run is out-of-stock, and it was just released. An unheard of phenomena in publishing today. Don't worry, we have stock.
Fifi lives the life she writes about in her Florida cottage
What additionally makes this exciting locally is that a deer (private silly joke) friend Joy Wiltmire and her lovely daughter Angela Reed are prominently featured.
Joy is the author of the popular blog Savvy City Farmer, ahead of the curve Joy began her blog over five years ago.
That smile is always there
her and husband Don refinished the kitchen to this beauty
The original intent was to complete this post on Mother's Day. I am so intrigued with Mother daughter relationships, particularly a creative and sometimes collaborate one. I asked both Joy and Angela to respond to my multiple questions last minute, they kindly complied, I promptly failed to assemble, but this interesting story will be repeated at a later date.
When I was headed to Joy's for the first time the addresses were hard to see, then this home appeared. I said to Steve "knowing her, this is Joy's home" and it was. I did not "close my dropped jaw until we left. See for yourself in the book
With a talent for display, these ladies have their 'Shop the Shed' events in Joy's gardens.
As in the books title 'Romantic Prairie Style' does your home possess a magical, comfortable, romantic soul? Inspiration is in abundance here.
The lovely Angela.
In her blog, her home and lifestyle brings forth COVET in me, oh to live a sweet, old fashioned, "Frenchified' and fashionable lifestyle, all lovingly crafted for her and her family.
Take a visit to the Parisienne Farmgirl blog. If you like to cook, the recipes are mouthwatering, and her children......oh those children, are cute beyond measure, truly.
Where Mom loves neutrals, Angela is attracted to COLOR and in interesting mixes.
French macaroons are a speciality and available for custom orders.
Tomorrow, thursday from 2pm to 5pm we will celebrate the accomplishments of three very talented women, you will love meeting them. Refreshments and a parting gift to all that come.
It would not be the same without you
Debra-
Side notes; Our England tour has one more room available, perfect for girlfriends, maybe sisters!
Our long time manager recently left unexpectedly.....
Here's a phrase not often heard
HELP WANTED! NOW HIRING!
really.......
Inspiration : Summer Picnic
Summer is here and so is partying outdoors or planning a picnic. Make the best of the beautiful sunshine and spend the day out, pack a picnic basket and choose a beautiful setting. It does not always have to be a costly affair to have a good time with friends and family. Even your backyard can look festive and inviting with just a few delightful and adorable decorations.
Make picnic a 'special' occasion, get some easy tips for lovely decor and details. Take it to a beautiful beach, or a shady tree, backyard or rooftop, with some simple ideas and a little effort, you can make a meal into an event at no cost.
Make picnic a 'special' occasion, get some easy tips for lovely decor and details. Take it to a beautiful beach, or a shady tree, backyard or rooftop, with some simple ideas and a little effort, you can make a meal into an event at no cost.
This is just so perfect, the greenery and lovely shade fresh food and awesome weather. Simple and comfortable with beautiful colors to add to the charm. Love the birdhouse!
The picnic basket is really a piece of art and love how roomy it is! the perfect compliment for a nice day out. Keep it safe and stylish too.
Beautiful tableware, spring designs for the uber cool. Love the blue and green!!
Lovely pitcher set for mixing your drinks..summer is the time to enjoy drinks by the pool.
Casual country style picnic can look so pretty! Shabby chic can look so elegant. Love the burlap!
Colors can make anything look festive. Easy to hang and so pretty fluttering in the evening breeze, instant glamour.
A romantic picnic, inspiration from H&M, I love everything about it. A gorgeous setting and easy atmosphere can keep the mood fun and lively and spirit young!
Even a backyard picnic can look so pretty and comfy. Get a barbeque going and with good company and wine you will be having the best of summer.
No backyard! Rooftop can be as lavish as this. All the flowers not only look good they make us feel good. The crystal and vintage table cloth all look so dainty.
An evening on the wharf can be the best way to unwind on a summer day. Cool breeze and the peace, this is an inspiration from H&M too.
Blue is so beautiful..the sky, sea and a beautiful setting. Simple yet effective, how charming can it get, inspired yet ?
Good company is all you need to have a good time, and some laughter and smiles to remember.
Picnic at the beach, comfy cushions and stylish table cloth to jazz up the space. The best the summer can offer.
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