Christmas 2011
Wishing you and your families a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! May all your dreams and wishes come true…..
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About Me
- Deserae
- I live in Kansas with my husband of 20 years and three fur babies.Interior decorating is my passion or my obsession if you ask my poor hubby who is always along for the ride!!!!!
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You Are My SONshine - This little boy looks very much like my son when he was little. I used to see these pictures, and my heart would sing because the resemblance was surprisi...
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Powder Room Update & More - Hello everyone! I am happy to report that I am FINALLY done with the powder room. The new chrome faucet has been installed and the brass one removed. I...
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Family Room Put Together - After spring cleaning the family room and shampooing the carpets, I put it all back together. I really tried a different furniture arrangement, but nothin...
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grey and lavender - Grey and lavender is a combination I don't think we see enough of. I just love the soft combination! This is a great way to treat an offset mant...
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A tale of a table - I bought this table from Home Decorators about 5 years ago for our sitting room. I didn't want anything to expensive since my kids live in this room, esp...
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LOVE ... Orchid Extraveganza at Longwood Gardens - Scott and I travelled to Philadelphia for opening day of the Philadelphia flower show last weekend, but made time to also see the Orchid show at Longwood G...
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Dressing it Up - Mucinex® has been giving away 10,000 free samples of Mucinex® extended-release bi-layer tablets on their Facebook page. This Thursday at 12:00 PM (noon) ES...
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Diggin' in the Dirt - Yesterday, I discovered that Spring had arrived at Home Depot, and I couldn't resist taking a little bit of it home with me. It was love at first sight ...
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U Printing Canvas Prints Giveaway - I know you love those pretty canvas prints that you are seeing around, right? Check out my giveaway page for an exciting prize today for TWO lucky winners!...5 hours ago
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Lovely shots - Once again, always looking for inspiration for our renovation on our new home; we are at the stage of fitting out, so much more exciting. All these shots d...
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Mika's ... - I'm babysitting Marlee Pearl every Monday and Tuesday. ; - )) ...Mika had to go back to work. ; - ( ...I snapped a couple of photos of Mika and David's livin...10 hours ago
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Making Plans - We’re in the planning stages of our future farmhouse kitchen and taking our sweet time. As I’ve shared before, although our farmhouse was built in 1894, t...
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Open House Party - Welcome to the Open House Party. The beautiful home we will be touring today belongs to Yvonne @ Stone Gable. Yvonne recently took a little break from ...
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not exactly what I had I planned… - This post has nothing to do with home decorating or DIY or any of the things I usually write about. It’s just about me. Soooo… Yesterday I was all excite...18 hours ago
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Shoe Shine - Beautiful shoes + fabulous storage = girl heaven! Images 1&5 - LA Times Image 2 - Martha O'Hara Interiors Image 3 - Sara Gilbane Interiors Image 4 -...
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White Wednesday " Collected " - *Another beautiful White Wednesday hosted* *by the lovely Kathleen...* *I am featuring the finds* *that I collected over the past few* *weeks that are ...
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Nantucket Red 101 - Blogging has opened my eyes to such a wonderful world! Not only do to I get to visit each and everyone of you, I get to travel too. Nantucket! Did you k...
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Order a Mora clock and Pink Roses - I have a couple of clocks to sell, so stay with me if you are interested! Lets talk about pretty stuff first. A simple bunch of supermarket roses can ele...
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Quick Change: Add an Easel - Sometimes, we want to place a piece of art but there isn't a good spot to hang it. Cue the easel. They are very useful in awkward spaces or to highlight a ...1 day ago
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$10 outfit challenge #8 - well hello again. today i'm here to show you another one of my favortie junk store finds. this one was so dusty when i bought it, it made me sneeze wh...
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Celebrity Real Estate: Can You Match These Famous People to Their Million-Dollar Houses? - Lots of famous folks have been buying and selling real estate recently, including Justin Bieber, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Anderson Cooper, Dick Clark, and Bri...1 day ago
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The secret garden - My mind and body are ready for some much needed contact with the soil. But is much more than just that to me—it’s a stirring of the soul; is a “back to nat...
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Downton Abbey-The Book~Because More Is Sometimes, Well... More - Maybe you won't want to buy *The World of Downton Abbey* unless you are really into the series. But the volume as artifact lives up to the rarefied Downt...
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Les Fifoles - I love getting a sneak peak into people's homes to see the way they love to live and decorate! It gives me a look-see into their personality! I love how in...
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always something new... - We are always getting new wonderful additions to our apparel section. It seems almost every day some new little treasure hits the floor. Be sure and st...
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a little project: framework - desk in the master bedroom *Years* ago Dan found this vintage "wheat" *lamp* at a California flea market. The lamp didn't have a finial, and I have n...
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Moving Right Along - Moving right along with the kitchen remodel after several weeks of no activity, Bob the Cabinet Maker came yesterday with new doors and drawers. This is t...
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A Winner from Wisteria - The new catalog from Wisteria has some great pieces - here's just one that caught my eye. French Urn Finial, $159 here.2 days ago
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Rock. Paper. Scissors. - *Rock.* Paper. Scissors. Rock. *Paper.* Scissors. Rock. Paper. *Scissors.* *Rock?* This is an antique sharpening stone. Now turned into a lazy ...
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Kumquats - these are just about the cutest little gems ever! Kumquats whether you have an acre or just a great little patio... as long as you have sunlight you can...
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Flush Mount Ceiling Lights - I should have my head examined. Why can't I leave well enough alone? Now I remember why I put up wallpaper. The walls in this room are a wreck. A ...
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The Beautiful World of Amy Howard - *[image: image]* *A reader emailed me suggesting I write a story about Amy Howard – the uber talented furniture and interior designer and artist. I’ve ...
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A Wee Bit of Green - At our house, the *St. Patrick's Day* tradition begins with a breakfast that benefits a local charity. There are bagpipes, girls dancing traditional jigs,...
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GREAT NEWS - I've been sitting on a secret for a few months now and I can finally let the cat out of the bag... My blog is featured in the April issue of ROMANTIC HOMES...2 days ago
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SWEETS AND A GIVEAWAY! - We had company for dinner Thursday which I mentioned in my last post. As usual, I was running to the store for flowers and wine at the last minute, but I m...
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Living Room Redo - in progress! - I'm working on re-arranging my living room. (We live in our living room and have a "keeping room" with the kitchen.) It's a long room and a little tricky to ...
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subtle beauty - *What is the symbolism, representation, and significance of an orchid? ****a beautiful lady *** *symbols of love * *luxury and wealth * *wisdom and thoughtf...
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Paint Changes Everything - I’m sure most of you know how changing a room with paint can make such an impact. It’s easy on the budget and is a quick and inexpensive way to get in...
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Cottage Style & Jeanne d Arc Living - * * *Thank you Cottage Style and Jeanne d Arc Living.* *I am thrilled to announce my contribution to Cottage Style Magazine.* *My friend Marilyn Thompsons...
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Playing with Accessories - Oh my gosh! This new "venture" is so much fun! I held my business launch party on Wednesday, and we had a great time. I'm planning on holding some "Wine ...
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Is this pretty or what????? - I had a whole other post but got so sidetracked with these photos from my favorite magazine *Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles* Seriously, you are going to droo...
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Wednesday Whites....French Daybed Love.... - Have you ever been in love with a piece of furniture? I am loving this Antique Daybed Sofa we just finished upholstering it in white Irish Linen. The paint ...
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Our Home in Jeanne d'Arc Living Magazine and Thank You's - Hello Friends! I hope you this finds you having a good day! I thought I would share today something I never dreamed I'd be sharing ... our home in latest J...
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Bird Nests, Cloches and Camille ~ - THIS RE-POST IS DEDICATED TO MY GOOD FRIEND CAMILLE WHO IS 13 YEARS OLD. MANY OF YOU MIGHT REMEMBER THAT SHE IS MY SWEET FRIEND & NEIGHBOR THAT BRINGS M...
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Window Shopping - We spent Saturday morning walking Charles Street in Beacon Hill (after indulging in French Toast at *The Paramount Cafe*) and stopped by my favorite ...
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Move away from the wall - One of the most common conversations I have with my clients is furniture placement. My goal is always to make the space feel warm and inviting. Quite oft...
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Prayer is the answer - First let me start by saying I miss you all...... If you are and have been a follower of my blog you know what the last two years have brought. I started t...
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New Items as of 2-13-2012 My Online Shabby Chic Moving Sale - Welcome to my online Shabby Chic moving Sale! Yesterday I sold a LOT of items.If you want an item, email me. I live in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Thanks! Sue P.S...
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a final note…. - I am so humbled by all your comments and personal messages…thank-you each and everyone of you… :) I didn’t sleep … Continue reading »5 weeks ago
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Cabin Fever Has Never Felt So Good - There are those who feel a little glum after the holidays have passed, but I’m not that guy. In fact, I still take joy in the cold winter days ahead where...
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Pictures from Greece - A few years back I went on a trip to Greece and wanted to share some of the pictures with you I got to meet family members that I have never seen, and a cou...
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Tornado Dogs - Hello everyone! We are so blessed to say that we personally did not have any damage from the horrible tornadoes that ripped through Birmingham. We had 4 ...9 months ago
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So Sorry! - Our first morning in Reno. It wasn't like this when we went to bed. I know I have been MIA. Please forgive me. As I explained in my Post at Hall...1 year ago
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16 comments:
Des, it is all so pretty in its simplicity. I love it and you can send me that rack of antlers anytime you desire!
Your home is one of my favorites in all of blogland. So pretty for Christmas.
Absolutely GORGEOUS Des!! Merry Christmas to you too friend, Martina
You never disappoint! Just gorgeous as I thought it would be. I love the soft white colors of your decorations and natural elements you used.
Your home is gorgeous and all your holiday vignettes are stunning. Very elegant!
Everything is beautiful, Des! The vignettes on your dining room table and the sideboard are gorgeous.
xo,
Sherry
Everything is gorgeous, Des...you did a fabulous job as always! Love the bird's nest especially!
Happy Holidays!
XO,
Jane
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What a gorgeous home you have! It is truly decked out and ready for the holidays. The colors are divine!
We'd love to have you link up and share this post at our "What's It Wednesday" Linky party.
Hope you can make it!
Hugs,
Patti
Such a pretty home ~ beautifully decorated for the holidays. I love your armoire & vintage horse ♥
What an exquisite room! Beautiful photos and your Christmas tree is magical!
Jennelise
Absolutely Fabulous Des! I love all the touches of Christmas you tied in to your existing vignettes! That's incredibly inspiring! Love the greens with the antlers and books, the dining room table with your antique tabletop observatory is just stunning, and I love where you put the tree!!
Great work my friend, as usual - I'm off to re-work my vignettes to incorporate what you've done. Mrs. Inspiration - that's what you need to rename your blog! LOL!
xo,
A
It's gorgeous as always Des!
Merry Christmas!
GORGEOUS GORGEOUS!
Of course your Christmas decor is so beautiful and really goes with your style!
Merry Christmas Des~ your home looks beautiful my friend!
xo~
T
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