I've been teasing you for three months with hints of the Condo clubhouse remodel I have been working on. Guess what? It's done! I worked with two great gals: Mary Wild was the general contractor and Arlynn Satz (seated) was my partner on this huge job. We almost had to much fun. Condo clubhouse remodel In a previous post I had written about the color scheme I had selected. Here is the complete "before and after"photos. I am hoping you will be able to tell the difference. The Entry: We ... View the Post
A bedroom fit for a wee world traveler
Today it is back to school for Sweet Boy. Woohoo! When school ended in early May the boy and I made a "to do wishlist" and I am happy to say Sweet Boy deemed it a successful summer. I, however, am just exhausted. A bedroom fit for a wee world traveler. Let's celebrate by showing you his finished room. (Although as Mr. Decor says, nothing in our home is ever finished, it is merely between transformations. :) Back in December, I showed you a curtain topper I had made for Sweet Boy's room. This ... View the Post
Classic Clubhouse Colors Metamorphosis Monday
I recently told you about a large clubhouse remodel and design that I am currently working on. Would you like to see how it is coming along? This post will cover the Classic Clubhouse Colors Metamorphosis Monday. Let's begin with the before shots. Feel free to sing "Let's Do The Time Warp Again". Classic Clubhouse Colors Metamorphosis Monday The property was built in the very early 80's and has never been updated. It truly was time for these badly stained chairs and groovy woodwork to ... View the Post
Chihuly and A Message From Laura
The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix is currently running an outdoor exhibit entitled Chihuly: The Nature of Glass. Chihuly and A Message From Laura. Chihuly and A Message From Laura The glorious creations shown are by the artist Dale Chihuly whose work can be found in more than 200 museums worldwide. His hand-blown glass sculptures have been referred to as "liquid light". Here is a close up of my favorite piece: "The Blue and Purple Boat". Most of his creations are simply ... View the Post
My Testimony A Heart Decorated for Easter
As most of you know I began this blog as a way of documenting my design business, family joys and other fluffy, fun things. But today is Good Friday and my thoughts have turned to true matters of the heart. This is My Testimony A Heart Decorated for Easter. My Testimony A Heart Decorated for Easter From time to time I have given glimpses into my life and childhood. It's not anything that I keep secret. I share my story with anyone that it might benefit. I remember my past, but I refuse to ever ... View the Post
Healing Havens Part 4
As September draws to a close so too ends a series Healing Havens Part 4. It is my hope that you have logged onto the NOCC website and have become more aware of the quiet warning signs of ovarian cancer. Healing Havens Part 4 I have saved a very special Healing Haven for the last. When I met Linda she was currently battling ovarian cancer. She told me that it was such a shock to be diagnosed with the disease as she had just recently won a major cycling championship and felt she was in the ... View the Post