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framed collection of real butterflies on a stair case wall

Decorating With Butterflies

by on March 30, 2010 in Allison Shops

Bring the outdoors in with natural collections, such as butterflies Warm weather brings butterflies back to the garden, but they can always be found inside homes on fabric, wallpaper, accessories and artwork.  Trendy? Hardly!  Egyptian hieroglyphics 3,500 years old feature artistic depictions of these winged beauties.  Today, a collection of framed butterflies is a beautiful [...]

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hand painted mural ceiling by George Dawnay

Lavender Fantasy Bath

by on March 30, 2010 in Eclectic Bath

A solid bronze tub inspired this bather’s retreat Devoid of standard furniture and fixtures, the room is reserved for indulging in the pure pleasure of relaxation and daydreaming.  The tub, made from virgin copper and tin, was cast in an historic mold, then polished by a fabricator in Turkey. Each is an authentic hand-sculpted reproduction [...]

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detail of oriental rug color variations

Oriental Rug Color Changes

by on March 23, 2010 in Rugs

Consider color variations when placing a rug Before placing a hand-knotted wool rug in your room it’s always a good idea to check on the color variation. The luster of the wool combined with the thickness of the pile can have color-changing effects. The darker variation will produce a deeper, richer color whereas you may [...]

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burning bush tree freed from the snow

Storm Damage Aftershock

by on March 21, 2010 in Outside

As a city-bred person, the force of nature in the country is always astonishing The heavy February snows began on Wednesday and didn’t end until Saturday at our house in the woods. I knew a tree had fallen across the driveway and that Russell, who plows for us, had moved it out of the way. [...]

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turquoise seaglass and pewter crystal chandelier

Turquoise Chandeliers

by on March 17, 2010 in Accessories

Stylish colored lighting comes in a variety of designs The perfect light fixture can make a room, even if that room happens to be a walk-in closet.  A classic touch in unexpected turquoise creates  a unique atmosphere in this roomy closet.  Instead of starting with a rug or fabric, be inspired by an exquisite fixture. [...]

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