Tag Archives: Birmingham

Creating Quality Of Life Through Your Home

  As I was going through Pinterest the other day, I came across some rooms of the great design icon Albert Hadley.  I could study his work for hours as his attention to detail captivates me. And while I love his design, it was this quote … Continue reading

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Thanks, StyleBlueprint Birmingham!

All of us know what it is like to get bombarded with a 50+ emails every morning suggesting we read this or buy that – it is exhausting. I want to share with you an online publication that is certainly cut from … Continue reading

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Putting On My Rollerskates

Whew!  April has been busy….. Between work and my children’s schedule, I am ready for summer.   It is time for life to slow down a bit. Remember in a few previous posts I mentioned you can have a pretty AND functional … Continue reading

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My New Favorite Read

  Do you ever walk into a room, or look at a picture of a room, and become invigorated by what you see?   That’s exactly how I feel when I look at the work of Cindy Smith and Jane Schwab.   Jane … Continue reading

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Let The Light Shine In

I don’t know if I am just tired of the cold, wet weather, but I am noticing more and more as I go into homes the importance of window placement and size in relation to the sun.  To me, there … Continue reading

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Real Homes for Real Life

It’s been a while since I last blogged (September, but who is counting?!).   By the time I work,  take care of my family, complete my volunteer commitments, keep up with social media, and other things that pop up with everyday living,  blogging … Continue reading

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A Coffee Table Book Worth Reading

Want a great way to add some warmth and personality to a room?   Place a few stacks of coffee tables books around.  I am always looking to add to my collection and recently bought a new one I am enjoying.   I am sure you … Continue reading

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The Colors of Summer with Megan LaRussa

With hot summer days in full throttle, I thought it might be nice to venture from home decor and look towards stylish ways to look great AND stay cool this season.    I have invited style coach Megan LaRussa of the blog http://www.southernfemme.com/about/ to give us a few tips on … Continue reading

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What Would Your Perfect Day Look Like?

Whew!  Where has the summer gone?!  I know I have been slack on blogging as time has gotten away from me.   Now that summer is coming to an end and life will soon become a little more structured, I promise to be more … Continue reading

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Cozy Spaces

I came across a few cozy spaces that made me think of summer.    Not sure why, but lately I have been craving a spot of my own to read a good book, drink a cup of tea, or even to take a nap. … Continue reading

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