Thank you so very much for your kind comments on my tropically patriotic living room and dining area. As promised here is the quick and easy Starfish and Stripes Forever Napkin Rings tutorial. Supplies and Tutorial small starfish (several varieties found HERE.) raffia (found at the dollar store) a drill with a small bit Using a small drill bit a tiny hole was created at the top of each starfish. Next, a thin piece of raffia was threaded through the hole. Then the raffia ... View the Post
Starfish and Stripes Forever Tablescape
Our living room and dining area are linked together in large open space with only a small pony wall to separate the two. Generally, I try to link common elements in both areas so they flow and the design feels consistent. In planning our 4th of July tablescape I continued with the tropical theme through the use of seashells. Of course, the starfish is the most patriotic of all the shells. Here is the Starfish and Stripes Forever Tablescape and delicious BLUEBERRY SPRITIZERS! Starfish and ... View the Post
A Red, White and Blue Summertime Living Room
Returning home from Hawaii I found myself wanting to incorporate a bit of island décor into my living room. But with the 4th of July looming large my patriotic side wanted to show itself off too. I wanted to combine the two styles together to create a happy eclectic mix versus a jumbled mess. A Red, White, and Blue Summertime Living Room. A Red, White, and Blue Summertime Living Room Fate intervened when my dear friend Marty and I made plans to go have some lunch. We couldn’t resist ... View the Post
If We Say No To Goodness
Late one night, while I was in the south of France, I was speaking to Mr. Décor via Skype. He was telling me that soon after I was to return home he would be leaving to work as a contractor on the island of Oahu for a month. “Oh that’s a tough gig.” I teased him. He replied, “I want you and Sweet Guy to come out while I’m there.” My first reaction was to look down at the chocolate croissant I had been munching on, which had been one of many, and think “How on earth will I fit into a swimsuit?” ... View the Post
Easy and Refreshing Blueberry Spritzers
During the long and hot summer, it is so important to stay hydrated. In an effort at better health, I have been trying very hard to wean myself off of cola. (I wish somebody would make a patch for that!) I drink as much water as I can, but sometimes I want a little more flavor with hardly any effort or extra calories. Make some Easy and Refreshing Blueberry Spritzers. Easy and Refreshing Blueberry Spritzers This fizzy drink uses cold club soda, blueberries and just a few drops of water ... View the Post
Lovely Summertime Seashell Candles
These candles were so fast to create and very inexpensive too. Keep reading for the fast and easy tutorial. A favorite pastime for our family is collecting seashells. I selected a few that had been gathered from previous outings but you can find seashells at craft and thrift stores. Make sure they are clean and then place them on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper or foil. Using citronella candles from the dollar store simply pop the candle out of its thin tin votive holder. Turn ... View the Post
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