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pve designs giveaway…

As I was browsing through the Internet a while back I came across some sketches and instantly fell in love. The style of drawing was so inviting and personalized. I love hand drawn illustrations. I wished I could draw better. Instead I will live vicariously through Patricia of pve designs‘ lovely work… Visit the shop or…

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august thank you…

I’d like to thank all my sponsors today. Please go for a visit and check out what they have to offer! {1} Brightsides Designs   {2} Pixelimpress   {3} Chic Shelf Paper  {4} The Felt Pod   {5} Quote the Walls   {6} PVE Designs  {7} Royal Design Studio  {8} Fridge Coaster    {9} Designed Beginnings {10} U-Stripe-It

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we bought a rug…

Since our family room is now complete the first layer of decoration has been added. We bought a rug. I knew I wanted neutral. This room will eventually be filled with lots of fabric in the form of pillows and accessories. Choosing a neutral rug keeps you from limiting color choices. I also knew I…

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field trip to IKEA…

Yesterday was an IKEA day. We were there for the sole purpose of getting one particular item (more on that later). IKEA is like Target, you walk in needing one thing and walk out with much more than that. Besides that one item, I did walk out with some ideas.  I also loved my three…

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and now it's done…

I’ve posted many pictures showing the progress of my built ins. First they were a concept, they then started to go up, then they were up and paper was added to the back. Then they were styled and now the finishing touch has been added… I don’t like to say that the television makes the…

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this one is for me…

I’ve seen numerous posts and pins about using a Sharpie pen on ceramic, then baking it in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. This project appeals to me in so many ways. The main reason has to be that as a graphic designer, I’ve always had Sharpies around. It has been my…

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would you like to win an antique?

My favorite antique shop in the Duchess County area of New York hands down is the Wiltsie Bridge Country Store. I have evidence of this in practically every room in my home. They are currently offering a fantastic giveaway on their facebook page. The winner get this Bumble Bee Twin Tote Caddy… All you have to…

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freshening up the outside…

I haven’t done a thing to the outside of our house since we moved in. Things are changing around here and this time I’m focusing on some outdoor projects. Nothing huge, just some cosmetic changes that will freshen up the overall appearance. Currently the front of my house looks like this… The projects on my…

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no. 29 design was featured on…

My IKEA Hemnes wall of built ins hack was featured over the weekend on Ikea Hackers! This site is full of some amazing ideas. Take a peek and see what you can transform for your own home!

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