Pretty shades of pink When planning a room or an outfit, think monocromatically. Mixing texture and pattern create interest. Silk, velvet, linen and quilted cotton along with crisp ruffled sheets give this room plenty of tactile and visual interest. The use of one color keeps it restful and soothing. Finish it off with a piece [...]
The right side The wrong side This is one of my favorite tricks! I mentioned this trick in my blog about my black and white guest room. I used it on the headboard. [...]
Ten Reasons to sleep on Silk: 1. it’s hypoallergenic 2. has antimicrobial properties 3. offers protection from environmental elements, stress and fatigue 4. resistant to dust mites 5. protects skin from wrinkling and aging 6. promotes rest and rejuvenation 7. silk lasts up to 10 times longer than cotton 8. provides nutrients to skin and [...]
Like everything I do, I am pretty much initially clueless and work on the task at hand until I get it right! That goes for my Cranberry Chutney as well! I have been editing my recipe for about 25 years and am constantly tweaking it! It’s so delicious and savory that I can’t get enough [...]
The wig was a great time saver! Fabulous French Baroque Masquerade Halloween Party! Keep It Simple! 1. Costume – This will influence everything! 2. Luminarias – to direct guests to entry. 3. Party favors – are a nice touch. 4. Decorations/Balloons – kept simple and thematic but useful 5. Centerpieces – need not be [...]