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Have you ever woken up and you just feel out of sorts and S L O W moving. That’s how I feel today. There lots to do today to boot, so we’ll see how well I can knock things off the list.So today I have decided to share some of my latest Pin obsessions.   If we ever have the … Read More

It seems as thought the hand written note has been replaced by emails, texts & the list goes on.  Actually, I think it’s just been lost & forgotten. It is nice feeling to get an actual piece of mail, addressed to you and waiting at the end of a long day & filled with kind words.  The time and thoughtfulness … Read More

I love roman blinds.They are simple, functional and the fabric can make a statement. Due to the fact that they are so versatile, romans look great in a wide range of spaces, from casual to very formal. One of the things that I really like about romans is that they don’t require much material, so you can splurge on the … Read More

Good Morning.  I meet with my personal trainer 3x’s a week, and have since the fall. As I progress the workouts get tougher. I’m feeling extra sore this morning. Not to mention, I started a Pilates class last night. I’ve got a pair of very tight hips – that feel about 90 –  that are becoming quite painful at times, … Read More

Aerin is the grand daughter of cosmetic power house Estee Lauder and has been the Style & Image Director at Estee Lauder for many years. She recently launched her own life style brand aptly named, By presenting products that reflects her signature & effortless style, Aerin’s goal is to have women feel beautiful, live confidently & simply. Her sophisticated modern … Read More

I have a subscription to So it was not a surprise that it was in my mailbox, but today was extra special because yours truly and her shop, Pillotopia, was mentioned in Christine’s monthly S@H column, Web Watch. Can I get a Whoot Whoot!! I know, you all know her. C has style, and loves accoutrement’s. I was so very honoured … Read More

I trust and hope a lovely weekend was had by all. Mine was nice. I got my hair done Saturday, nothing crazy just the usual, highlights and a “aircut”. Only the teeniest bit off the ends, if anything really, since I am still trying to get a few more inches in the length.I love a little salon time, it makes … Read More

I find this is that part where peoples eye begin to roll back into their heads.  Honestly, if you have a window covering specialist, they will work this out.  If you really want to know how to calculate yardage, then here is the step by step equation. First we need all of the existing measurements.I find a window biography is … Read More

I think this has been the quickest turnaround on a project that I have ever done. I wanted to have it completed as fast as possible, for as little money as possible & do it all on my own.TOTALLY POSSIBLE! As a reminder here is what the space in the basement looked like before. Here was my design plan. I pretty … Read More

 I am not the camping, outdoorsy hiking type of gal, but I do like being outside, breathing in the fresh air and having the sun on my face.  With beautiful weather upon us I can’t wait to start enjoying meals outside on our back deck &I wouldn’t turn my nose up to any of these beautiful places either. Do you … Read More