Tuesday, July 5, 2011

For years I got my pages in the mail monthly-

but with all the mags I now love,
it's easier to read them online sometimes,
although I do love the feel of the pages

and falling asleep with the mag on my chest!

This month, there's a section on quick decorating-it should have read-

Claire-this is for you and about you!! lol

Check out this fancy smancy wainscoating!

It is sold in panels at the home improvement centers

I would not have chosen bright blue as my wall color

but I'm sure that's to show the intricacy of the design.

Wallpapering the inside of a bookcase adds a custom feel with alot of pizazz!

This desk is restyled with some punch-

scrapbook papers are ideal to change up the feel whenever the mood strikes-

I adore the toile-

I use it throughout my house in different ways-

I haven't tried this yet but never say never!!

So go on and check out this month's Better Homes and Garden magazine-

you won't be disappointed!

Well, gotta fly-Claire

Friday, March 4, 2011

Ruffles and Toile-

what's not to like?

Last week, I showed you the pillows

I purchased at the Christmas Tree Shop.

I decided they needed a friend.

My toile stash was calling out to me

"Make me ruffles"!

So, what's a gal to do-

start ruffling to my hearts content.

Easy peasy ladies!

Although, I have directions for the pillow,

I think the pictures are simple enough to understand too.

It's certainly not formal even with the toile

and by adding the outside ruffle-

I have two different looks with the flip of the pillow-

sometimes the best laid plans don't work out like you think-

only better!

So, I've added this pillow to the two I bought and I think they look scrumptious!

Well, take care, gotta fly-Claire

**Wow, thanks for the feature today over at