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

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

By now you have probably heard that Domino is the latest magazine victim to stop its presses. The great thing about Domino was that it made design accessible to everyone. It provided inspiration and the belief that a great room was possible with just a can of paint and a good day at the flea market. In honor of its passing, here is A Bit of Pink and Red. Classic Kitchens Lovely Living Rooms Kitchy Kid Spaces  Breathtaking Bathrooms  Pretty Patios  Beautiful ... View the Post

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

This is Healing Havens Part 3 in a series acknowledging September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. Healing Havens Part 3 For this healing haven, a great room was selected. My friend and ovarian cancer survivor Marge and her husband spend many hours in this room. They read, play games, and watch tv. As she had recently moved into the home she desired to put her personality into the room. This was a BEFORE shot. In the AFTER shot you can see a dresser that was brought in from the ... View the Post

In a post last week, I spoke about Spanish Colonial architecture and its origins. This week will focus on Spanish Colonial Interiors. Spanish Colonial Interiors Beginning in the 15th century, countries began to trade with one another by land and sea. Trade was amongst the highest between Italy, France, and Spain. This is the primary reason that the design styles of Tuscan, French Country and Spanish Colonial compliment one another quite well. Because the countries traded so easily amongst ... View the Post