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Jun
29
Outside In

So it’s summer time where we long to spend endless hours relaxing in the summer breeze…Here not so much; it is hot, sticky, humid & downright miserable. Hoping wherever you find yourself it is more pleasant but for now; we are moving inside to the comfort of AC & away from the bugs.

Check out our great products made for the outside & look scrumptious inside.

How about these outdoor lights on a brick fireplace or used in an entranceway. Cool; uh???

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Slate Outdoor Light, Tavern Outdoor Light,  Hammered Copper Outdoor Light

Perfect in kitchens, baths or foyers where a flush mount is the only way to go;

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Federal Ceiling Light, Fleur-De-Lis Ceiling Light, Nantucket Ceiling Light

In need of nautical décor for that beach getaway great room???  Look no more!

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Charleston Harbor Outdoor Light, Beacon Lantern Outdoor Light, Ships Watch Outdoor Light

From our outdoor rug collection in easy care polypropylene making them perfect for active rooms, from kitchens to mudrooms.

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Vera Bradley Indoor/Outdoor Rug, Indoor/Outdoor Braids Rug

Now I am ready to crank up the AC & sit back on the chaise & watch an oldie but goodie movie Body Heat and be thankful I am inside.

 

 

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Mar
19
Here’s What’s Cookin’

We love kitchens! The aromas are inviting, the warmth comforting & they’re the heart beat of the home. Even if you don’t give a hoot about cooking, kitchens are THE place to gather, converse & share a cup of Joe.

We’re showcasing some of our favorite kitchen lights & paring them up with rugs that will work the look.

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If traditional is your gig check out Bell Jar Cluster Pendant

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Pair these up with Bronze and Clear Glass Smokebell Lantern over the table for a new spin on smokebells.

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From the Paula Deen Home & Porch Rug Collection® we recommend these rugs for style & easy care.

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Our Eclectic Art Glass Pendants will captivate your guest and look swell with our Tuscan Gold Ceiling Light

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Keep it colorful and use our artful Chocolate & Green Soumack Rug.

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Industrial decors are happening in a big way & we bet you will fall for our Screen Geometric Pendants.

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Try our Screen Shade Pendant Chandelier for a coordinating combo.

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Continue the trend with our Fretwork Rug

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Transitional designs glow with this Jonathan Adler Pendant & Ceiling Light.

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Keep it cozy with our Ornamental Ironwork Rug.

For more inspiration on Kitchen Design visit Things That Inspire.

So now that you’re thinking about kitchens; ready to cook up some yummy treats? Check out Smitten Kitchen for picture perfect ideas & wonderful recipes.

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Sep
02
Holiday Lighting Ideas
  • Wrap your chandelier arms with garlands (greens or wire stars, etc.) or twisted gold ribbon and Christmas lights. Use low wattage “flicker flame”, “wax-dipped”, gold, or red and green bulbs in your chandelier. For a whimsical touch, try our golden star bulb! Tie tiny holiday ribbon bows around the crystals on your chandelier. Or add wired ribbon bows with long steamers to each chandelier arm.
  • Hang Christmas ornaments (metallic balls, gold tassels, cherubs, stars, etc.) from your wall sconces, chandelier and ceiling lights using holiday ribbon. Hang chandelier crystals (to reflect the light) from your wreath, garlands, and Christmas tree. Add magnetic crystals to your chandeliers and metal floor lamps.
  • Put candlestick lamps on every windowsill and tie holiday ribbons and holly sprigs around them. Flicker-flame bulbs will give the effect of real candles.
  • Create “curtain lights” for your window (hang between curtain panels) using Christmas net lights sandwiched between sheer gold metallic fabric looped over curtain rod.
  • Hang mistletoe (using holiday ribbon) from your front hall lantern or chandelier.
  • Use a portable outdoor spotlight in your front yard to spotlight your wreath.
  • Use a plant light to highlight special holiday arrangements (nativity, decorative Santas, mantle scenes, gingerbread houses, etc.). Or use a battery candle inside gingerbread house, Nativity barn, etc.
  • Change your chandelier shades for the holidays. Try red and green or gold silk shades.   Or glue holly leaves and berries around the edge of inexpensive shades.   Wrap existing shades in wrapping paper or foil and tie them with ribbon (make sure there are no loose ends near light bulbs).
  • “Dip” your chandelier crystals and tree balls in gold (use gold spray paint to give this effect).
  • Outline your doorways, crown molding and kickplate below cabinets (especially the bar) with tiny light strands (or rope lights).
  • Wrap Christmas lights (or rope lights) around garlands & wreaths and the outline your powder room mirror.
  • Wrap your banisters and columns with string lights. Then wrap with sheer metallic fabric.
  • Put net lights over your indoor plants for a quick effect.
  • Line your mantle with window candlelights or real candles in varying heights.
  • Use timers on your tree, outdoor holiday lights, and window candles!
  • Use our crystal bulb covers (clear or amber) on sconces and chandeliers.
  • Fill a Moravian star with tiny Christmas lights and hang from the ceiling over your Christmas tree.
  • Lay a gold frame mirror down on a table and top with cluster of crystal candlesticks. Add holly or magnolia?
  • Fill glass vases with battery Christmas lights, glass ornaments, and holly sprigs.
  • Line stairway with pillar candles, circled with greenery.
  • Take white wire Christmas lights and create “sculptures” and hang from the ceiling like a pendant.
  • And don’t forget to light the fire and put on the holiday music!

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