Christmas chandelier

The chandelier is an important part of my holiday table!

It glows with Christmas cheer-

The greenery glistens from above-

the holly-

the berries-

all aglow!

This is the look from last year!!

The chandelier is all dressed up again

and ready to go to the party!!
So, take a look at how pretty she looks!!

Gotta love it!!
Especially with the red table and chairs-
It's a near perfect match-

Take care, gotta fly-Claire

Fabulous and Quick Decorating Ideas

I love Better Homes and Gardens magazine-

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

 

thoroughly thrifty adventures-Goodwill #8

On my most recent GW adventure,
I spotted something across the room-

Oh, I don't need another chair-
I know that and you do too!!

But, I can't help myself-
it's an obsession-

there, I admitted it-
I have a problem.

But, how could I resist-



The carved backs-


The roses-

The tapestry has seen better days-
 so bye bye to that and hello
to new cushion with fab fabric!!



And put together, they will make a beautiful bench-
Stay tuned-
Can't wait to show the finished product-
Oh, and silly me-
forgot to mention, each chair cost me $4.99-Gotta love it!!

But, as always, gotta fly, Claire



Eye Candy Galore

One of my favorite sites for superb eye candy is

Mackenzie Childs

The designers are amazing-

the decor is super funky-

checkerboards galore-

I can't get enough!!

The sinks are so pretty-who wants to get them wet?

the butterfly collection





the lamps- oo la la

The flower basket collection

What bird could resist?







As you can see, nobody can resist!!



I love looking at each piece and figuring out if I could make my own version-

the items are unique but they all speak to home and making your place your own-

Enjoy the view-gotta fly-Claire

Lights-camera-action

So, now that the porch is structurally sound,

the screens have been replaced

the fencing is in place

and the porch is lovely and liveable-

it was time for some lights outside-

but stringing lights is not as easy as it sounds

It's not that hard either!!

Placement is the key-

 so the final outcome looks magical-

 The magic of little Christmas lights, even in the summer,
gives a warm and cozy glow to
any decor, both inside and out!
Gotta fly-Claire

Where have all the fabric stores gone?

Lately, I've been into making pillows

ruffled, rosettes,toile,silk, burlap with bees!

I'm always trolling the fabric stores-whoops-I mean store-

Have you seen a decrease of fabric stores in your area??

I'm so sad -we had some fab fabric stores in some surrounding towns and -

all gone

Joann's is the only one in town-literally!

I've ordered fabric online and luckily it's all worked out fine-

you buy a swatch to match it up at home

 and then the online store credits you

when you place your actual order-

But,

I miss the touch,

the feel of the fabric between my fingers-

touching the computer screen doesn't feel the same!
Just thought I'd share my thoughts with my online therapists!!
Have a great day-
Gotta fly-Claire

Wisteria

Wisteria is a beautiful magazine-

it inspires and amazes me

every time I get it!

The blue and white pottery

is to die for-

The dressers make my jaw drop-

Mirrors to make me smile-

Garden accents that bring life to you home-

Bird prints to welcome spring.

The decor is what I dream of-

I've  got a big job ahead of me-

 to copy something in it!
Wish me luck and I'll let you know how I do!
Gotta fly-Claire

What's Your Decor Style?

     What is your style, decor style, that is?

Some questions to ask yourself-

Where do you live?

Are you a country gal or are you city slicker? 

Are you laid back, calm, serene? Go with a calm palette of colors-spaces that will soothe you from within.  Blues, green, purple and gray can all add tranquility with a touch of nature.

Do you bubble over with personality?  Jazz it up with lively colors you love! (At least one of the rooms you live in)  Sometimes too much color can make for one crazy gal!!

Just some questions you need to ask yourself when you begin to decorate a room or re-decorate, for that matter! 
Have you taken a trip that evokes wonderful memories?  Whether an island or mountain tops, when you envision the place, colors and scents return to your memory and the same feelings you had there, can be transformed into your home decor.  Do you want a nautical theme?(probably not but maybe navy and white can give you that same feeling with turquoise-green walls and a sisal rug.)  It doesn't take alot to figure out what you really like.

Check out your closet.  What is the most popular colors in there?  If you say black, don't panic!  Your room won't look like a haunted house!  Black is also a neutral so if you use grays or taupe with black accents, your room may just reflect you to a T! 

 Do you wear traditional clothes or are you a t-shirt and jeans kind of gal?  
 Do you like a modern look?  Use black and whites, with mirrors and silver accessories.If your more laid back, tone on tone colors work well.  Also, lots of creamy colors is very inviting and comfy,cozy. 

 Do you like to accessorize your personal look?
Your room should be accessorized as well-add soft throws, burlap pillows, mirrors and jewel toned candlesticks.  Shop your home-use something unexpected-try a glass tray (normally used for perfumes or make-up) , place it on the coffee table, wrap some books up in twine and add a silver picture frame with the one you love!

Are you an active chick or do you like to hang out at home, crafting or reading? Is photography your thing or are you into cooking?  If you're athletic, perhaps a golfer, a throw pillow or print might just add that personal touch that puts a smile on your face each time you pass it!
 Show off your pictures, your pottery, frames or cookbooks-make it you!

As you answer these questions, you will head down the path to perfect home decor ideas just for you.  Well, take care-gotta fly- Claire

Related articles

• Color Trends for Decorating in 2011 (brighthub.com)
• How Home Accessorizing Makes A Difference (mydecorarticles.com)