I can't believe how fast this week has flown by!!! Friday's seem to sneak up on me so quickly lately! This week I'm sharing a plant stand that I bought at Marshalls a couple years ago. I'm not really sure how it was supposed to be used but I put moss around the bottom and sides and filled it with soil and plants...It's been in my backyard for awhile now and it's holding up well!These are
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I'm going back to school!
I've decided to do something I should have done a long time ago... I'm going back to school to become an Interior Designer! Lauren is now almost 18 so I thought it's time for me to do what I should have done when I was 18. I remember looking into it back then but decided against it. Over the years I've thought about doing it numerous times but with having a family and working full time, I just
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Things To Do in NH This Weekend
Open House with QA
Saturday, May 1st 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Call for Directions!
Bonin Architects & Associates 603-526-6200
Ask questions about eco friendly homes, green technology, sustainable design, green materials, smart building, and more! A question-and-answer session will be guided by what you want to know, so bring your ideas and questions! See you there!
Coconut Cupcakes!
We moved to a new building at work yesterday so for the last week I've been going through 8 years worth of stuff deciding what to keep and what to throw away. It's so amazing how much junk and old paperwork, not to mention dust I have accumulated over that time! It was worth it now that we are in our nice new office space! You're probably wondering what the heck that has to do with cupcakes...
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Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
It was such a beautiful weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area! Yesterday it was about 80 degrees! Lauren and I went to the Farmer's Market and I came home with a lot of strawberries! I froze some for smoothies, kept some to eat fresh and made homemade strawberry ice cream with the remainder! I have a Donvier Ice Cream Maker. It's really easy to use because you don't have to mess with ice and
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Boutiques Concept Design on Eyewear Gallery Store Interior
This stylish and natural unfinished wood interior design of concept fashion boutique and eyewear gallery store is designed and fabricated by Ilan Dei Studio. The store is located near their design studio and workshop in Venice, California. The design intention takes cues from a variety of inspirations, ranging from the Eames bent plywood processes and skateboard construction to the sand dune formations and ocean waves seen along the neighboring coast. moldresdes
Show and Tell Friday
This week for Show and Tell, I'm going to share some beautiful gifts I received awhile back.
These beautiful chintz plates were from M.~Tales from an O.C. Cottage. I just need to rearrange things a little bit to make room for them in here...I think I may need a bigger cabinet to display them soon!
The next gift I receieved awhile back was from Elsie. Elsie doesn't have a blog but she leaves
Napa Valley Part 3
This is part three and the final post of my day trip to the Napa Valley, scroll down to see part 1 and 2.
By late afternoon we were needing a cup of coffee to recharge and Dean & Deluca was the perfect place!More amazing pastries to temp us...
Later in the evening it was time for dinner. When we pulled in the parking lot of the restaraunt this is what we saw...more beautiful vine covered
House renovation: Lead Paint
Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is enforcing new regulations to prevent lead poisoning, and if you are considering a home renovation, this might pertain to you.
By requiring states to administer and enforce Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) programs, the government is taking the lead to remove the dangers of lead in paint, the soil around your home, dust, drinking water, and other places you come in contact with in your daily life. Lead poisoning is nothing to fool around with and can lead to serious health problems in your family and community. For instance:
If not detected early, children with high levels of lead in their bodies can suffer from:
Damage to the brain and nervous system
Behavior and learning problems, such as hyperactivity
Slowed growth
Hearing problems
Headaches
Lead is also harmful to adults. Adults can suffer from:
Reproductive problems (in both men and women)
High blood pressure and hypertension
Nerve disorders
Memory and concentration problems
Muscle and joint pain If you are planning to buy a home built before 1978 and renovate it, read on:
Many houses and apartments built before 1978 have paint that contains lead (called lead-based paint). Lead from paint, chips, and dust can pose serious health hazards if not taken care of properly.
Federal law requires that individuals receive certain information before buying a pre-1978 housing. Sellers have to disclose known information on lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards before selling a house. Sales contracts must include a disclosure form about lead-based paint. Buyers have up to ten days to check for lead hazards.
Make sure you hire a Qualified Lead Professional to remodel your home, and be sure to read the EPA’s pamphlet on Renovating a Home Built Before 1978.
Following the guidelines is in your family’s best interest!
Napa Valley Part 2
This is Part 2 of my day trip to Napa Valley. If you missed Part 1 just scroll down to yesterday's post.
After we left the Alpha Omega Winery we stopped at the V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena. This is the most gorgeous place of all the wineries we visited! My only regret is that we didn't do any wine tasting here. We arrived here at the end of the day and just stopped to look around but now
Napa Valley Part 1
Last Saturday, my friends and I went to Napa Valley for the day. It's only about an hour and a half away from home which makes me wonder why it's been years since my last visit! It's such a gorgeous place! We met at my friend Kim's house at 9:00 am and headed up there. First we did a little shopping at some outlet stores and then had some Mexican food and margaritas for lunch....
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I'm so honored!
Exciting news...My Romantic Home was mentioned in the magazine "At Home in Arkansas"! I'm so honored to be included with some of my favorite blogs! See the list below under "Click for Cottage". They have a beautiful website and blog that I thought you might enjoy.
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I went to Napa Valley with my friends on Saturday and had a wonderful time! It's such an
Show and Tell Friday!
Last night I was walking through my home, with my camera in hand, looking for something for this week's Show and Tell. I realized that you've seen everything in my home...numerous times! I'm not buying as many things as I used to which makes it harder to find things to blog about but I really can't justify buying things just for the purpose of blogging about them! Haha! I thought I would share
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Glass Mulch – a Popular Landscaping Choice
Perhaps you’ve heard of the newest alternative to traditional gravel and bark mulch – glass. That’s right, recycled glass is now a popular landscaping choice with numerous benefits.Glass mulch looks like colorful gravel and comes in a variety of colors. The mulch is made from recycled glass debris which is tumbled to remove sharp edges, making it safe for children and animals, and beautiful for planters, gardens, and around trees.
Design options are endless, as the glass mulch can be coordinated to match your home’s architectural style and colors or create an outdoor living space with a specific theme (for instance, blue glass mulch is very popular for simulating water).In addition to using recycled material, glass much carries other environmental benefits: it lessens the impact on landfills, conserves water and withstands heavy drainage without washing out, requires very little maintenance, and does not need to be replaced every year like traditional mulch does.
Some popular applications in residential architecture? Landscaping, terrazzo flooring, counter top applications, water features, fire pits, and hundreds more!
Landscaping photos by EnviroGLAS
Beach House Dreaming!
Source: Bountiful Home
If you read my blog regularly you know I'm always dreaming of having my own beach house. I live 30 minutes from the beach now, which isn't bad but I would love to be walking distance away! Here are some beautiful beach home inspiration photos...Source: Coastal Living
Source: Coastal Living
I found this photo below on another blog and they said it was from Coastal Living
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If you read my blog regularly you know I'm always dreaming of having my own beach house. I live 30 minutes from the beach now, which isn't bad but I would love to be walking distance away! Here are some beautiful beach home inspiration photos...Source: Coastal Living
Source: Coastal Living
I found this photo below on another blog and they said it was from Coastal Living
Sunday Brunch
Last Sunday I hosted a Spring Brunch for my Supper Club. Usually around this time of the year the weather is beautiful but we had a huge storm hit on Sunday with lots of wind and rain! I had visions of us having mimosas on the patio but that didn't happen! Oh well, we had a lovely time indoors!
I kept the table very simple. Just an old canning jar with some cut flowers from my garden on top of
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I kept the table very simple. Just an old canning jar with some cut flowers from my garden on top of
Town Sports International Modern Interior Design
Here are several ideas on creating a sport center interior, as the third largest fitness club operator in the United States, Town Sports International (TSI) recently relocated its corporate headquarters to Eighth Avenue in New York City. Gensler created a flexible, transparent and actively branded workplace setting for TSI's staff and executives. Replacing the original height perimeter windows and maintaining a 14-foot ceiling height reduced heat loads on the building's mechanical system. Sustainable materials and flexible elements such as movable glass walls were used throughout the project. -- gensler --
Happy Monday!
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Pretty in Pink (from my Flickr Favorites), originally uploaded by Romantic Home.I've been so busy lately! Yesterday I had one of my supper clubs over for brunch at my place but I haven't even had a chance to upload the
Modern Bedroom Design and Furniture in Violet Warm Color
Modern bedroom will looks more beautiful and comfortable if the color choice is suitable and dominant, here is the sample of modern bedroom design and its furniture in violet color. As we know that bedroom is the most private and ’secret’, and you must get the right ideas in color to get the best and comfy interior bedroom.
Violet color in all its shades is a very interesting solution for an interior design, which could suit to any room. This color is adaptable for all styles. The furniture in violet color could look as very modern as delicate. In combination with white color they create light and very pleasant atmosphere. This exotic bedroom picture may inspire you to decorate the best and beautiful interior bedroom. --homezine--
Show and Tell
Can I bring my dog to Show and Tell? Funny...I still remember asking my teacher that when I was in elementary school! I can't remember what I ate for dinner two days ago but I remember things like that! I also remember the two different phone numbers we had when I was growing up! Why is that still stored in my brain taking up much needed space? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~This is the man of the house!
Dreamin'
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Dreamin', originally uploaded by Romantic Home.Wouldn't it be wonderful to live in this dreamy mosaic? In my dream, it's close to the ocean, beautiful flowers are always blooming, it's always warm with a gentle breeze, the
Lake Sunape Area Open House
Our next event will be held at a spectacular custom home near Lake Sunapee, NH. If you are looking for land in the Sunapee / New London area, or already have property and are planning to build a new home, this event is for you!
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Open House at a Lake Sunapee Custom Home
~ Talk with the Green Building Experts ~
Green Architect Jeremy Bonin, Bonin Architects
Green Builder Everett Pollard, Northcape Design Build
Lake Sunapee Realtor Dan O'Halloran, Colby Real Estate
Here's your opportunity to get your questions answered about building a new home or addition or remodeling your existing home. Q&A based on audience discussion! Ask about Comprehensive Shoreland Protection Act guidelines (CSPA), budgeting and costs, green home design, working with an architect, custom home costs, green building materials, and more!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Registration is required. Directions will be given to registrants only.
To register call Bonin Architects & Associates, New London, NH
603-504-6009
603-504-6009
Relaxing atmosphere - Refreshments
Spring Cleaning!
I've got the spring-cleaning bug really bad! I took a vacation day today so I could clean...how pathetic is that? Who uses vacation days to clean? I cleaned out all the cabinets in my bathroom which I haven't done in a long time. I found medication that expired in 2004!!! I even replaced all the old shelf paper with new. Ahhh...it felt so good to get that done!
I better go get busy....
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I better go get busy....
Happy Easter!
Things are really starting to bloom in my little garden! I love the English Cottage look of foxgloves and I'm really excited because it looks like it's going to be a great year for my roses! They will be in full bloom soon...
I hope you all have a wonderful Easter!!!
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I hope you all have a wonderful Easter!!!
Best Gallery of Modern Home Decoration from erikjohnsonphoto
Here are several Erik Johnson's collection of modern home interior decoration
, much of the photos are describing about the color combination on home decoration. The first picture describe you a modern home office with wooden floor and furniture. Below is the home decoration with dog picture, a similar color between the wall decoration and its furniture.
, much of the photos are describing about the color combination on home decoration. The first picture describe you a modern home office with wooden floor and furniture. Below is the home decoration with dog picture, a similar color between the wall decoration and its furniture.
Show and Tell Friday!
Since Easter is this Sunday I thought I would share my faux chocolate Easter bunnies that I bought last year at Marshalls. It's so funny, everyone that comes over thinks they are real chocolate! Don't you just want to bite one of their ears off? I do!
Edited to add: If you want to make your own faux chocolate bunnies there is a video on how to make them on Martha Stewart's website. It's a
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Edited to add: If you want to make your own faux chocolate bunnies there is a video on how to make them on Martha Stewart's website. It's a