Making a village quilt was such a fun project! Time consuming but fun! I was inspired to do a village quilt from two art pieces we have by Andrea BeLoff. I love the feel of her art. Especially her tropical collection. This one is called “Tropical Holiday”. Imagine sitting at the window of your tropical island cottage, shutters open, just sitting, sipping tea and enjoying … Continue reading Mi Casa Tu Casa Village Quilt Floor Cushion
It’s been hot, hot, hot!! Temps reaching 90+ and the humidity makes it feel over 100. The only place for me is the beach.My imaginative vision for a dreamy beach front cottage makes relaxing at the beach even more enjoyable. Sun, Sea, Sand, Sip, Snack, Nap, Dream……… Thru the years I have collected coastal décor items for my dream beach cottage ( a girl can … Continue reading Coastal Sealife Pillows and Coastal Decor
If you can’t go to a tropical island, bring the tropical island to you….A staycation tropical get-away in your own back yard. Awww ….Now this is my dream tropical back yard. (pictures courtesy of google) Another Tropical dream garden tucked away from the world. Ok back to my reality….. So staying home this holiday ain’t all bad when a tropical setting on the patio … Continue reading Tropical Tablescape for Two
It’s Summer and time to freshen up the bedroom in sunny yellow and white embroidered pillows. Starting out with my favorite white ruffle duvet cover and shams. Adding yellow silk embroidered euro pillows I made years ago. I purchased this fabric from a custom drapery and quilt workroom. Can you believe it was less than $1.00 a yard. Tip: If you are looking for designer … Continue reading Summer Bedroom refresh with Yellow and White
Outdoor garden and patio dining is a happy place for both my husband and I. We never need an occasion or reason to dine outdoors setting a relaxing and cozy table. But celebrating the month of May is very special for us so I wanted this table setting to have a touch of casual elegance in colors that symbolize love. Violet, lavender and rose was … Continue reading Violet and Lavender Garden Patio Tablescape for Two/Summer 2019
This year I’m using green accent pillows around the house to refresh and welcome Spring. I was motivated to bring in more of the color green after viewing Angelic Interior Designs by Shenell shown here on YouTube. I have always loved green and have always used it in my home. But I’m adding more “soft surroundings” in this lush color green. My reference to soft … Continue reading Going Green for Spring 2019/ Refreshing with Pillows
In November 2018 I was surfing online at etsy.com. I came across a shop called Tess World Designs offering beautiful African print fabrics. I purchased 2 yards of this red and gold metallic cowrie shell print fabric. 100% cotton. Only $7.00 a yard. Fits my budget and it’s my favorite color red. First thought after receiving: Very light weight. I would need to line … Continue reading African print fabric / Using Appliques and Yarn on pillows
