Lets Talk About Mirror

Hola readers!! Today's post on my blog is guest post written by Sravani. More about her at the end of this post. She is sharing some wonderful tips on ..What are the best places to place a mirror at home?“Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest them of all.” This mirror on the wall is not a mere...

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Round Mirror Love

I have an attraction to old mirrors and this round one is currently one of my favorites!Remembering back when I was just a young 20 year old and an old oak secretary was given to me and my hubby. It was the kind with the glass door display cabinet on one side and the drawers with slant opening desk and a mirror above. Well that old mirror was all messed up and I didn't appreciate it and had...

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Great Online Shopping Festival (GOSF 2013)

Have you ever heard of Great Online Shopping Festival (GOSF).......No then you are at right place. Let me introduce you to this term that is only an year old. GOSF is Great Online Shopping Festival  started by Google India in 2012 to benefit customers following the immense popularity...

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My Artwork That I Love

Today I am sharing some of my artwork that I totally love. Some of these I had done long agoand some I did recently, some are still with me and some are sold. Jewelry below is paper jewelry. Beads are made out of colorful magazine pages. Butterfly pendant is quilling work. Not sold but has been...

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Steelcase Launches Gesture

STEELCASE BRINGS REVOLUTIONARY GESTURE TO INDIAN WORKPLACESInspired By Steelcase Global Study On New Postures Driven By Mobile Technology Company’s flagship Gesture Seating to Address Pain Caused by New, Unsupported Postures.MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 22, 2013 Steelcase, the global leader in office furniture...

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Table Settings Eye Candy Ideas

Every year our church as a Holiday Extravaganza where ladies decorate a table and host it for the evening of food, fellowship and fun.Here are some, but not all of the tables that were decorated this year...a good way to get some ideas for your holiday table setting.There are tons to share, so grab a drink and sit back...I'm sure you will find a favorite one!  ...

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Birthday Girl

My daughterAfter years of infertility since the birth of my son, Charlie, 9 years prior My son23 years ago, a beautiful and strong survivor came into this world, 5 weeks early and dead! She was given CPR and breathed her first breath. She struggled with the first weeks of her life and I named her a name that other women had, that were strong women. I just knew she was a figh...

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In the Bloglight at Hometalk!

Greetings, friends!I'm honored to have been chosen to be featured as part of Hometalk's "In the Bloglight" series!  If you aren't familiar with Hometalk, you simply must check it out, as it's an amazing online community, where folks from all over the world *gather* to ask for and share...

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Songbook Page Christmas Tree

I have a wreath that I made using rolled music book pages...And thought, "Hey why not make another shape out of the same rolled up pages".Plus, I wanted to show you early enough so that you could make one for Christmas if you so felt the desire! I started with a clear plastic cone shape like this, but you can use any cone made out of different material like heavy card stock...&nb...

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Vastu Gyan: Guest Room Vastu

In Indian culture guests are always considered as God. Therefore you should follow the principles of vastu for guest room also. It ensures the happy, peaceful and short stay of the guests at home.Best location for guest room is Northwest direction this corner represents air element that is considered...

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Fall-Winter Living Room Decor Ideas

As the soft morning sun rays peep into my living room I am pleasantly reminded that winters have arrived.Everyone wants to escape from chilling winter weather outside and this is the right time of the year to create cozy, warm and inviting interiors. How can you achieve that look for your living...

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How To Make Faux Chalkboards

Recently I shared with you a few pictures from my Son's wedding.To not step on any toes, I told my Daughter-In-Law (DIL) that she needed to tell me if she wanted me to make something for the wedding.One of the things that she asked me to make was a couple of chalkboards.This was my problem...How would I get these chalkboards from Illinois to Kansas in our car without messing up...

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A Floor Lamp to Drool Over!

I recently did a post on this side tableNow I want to show you just how UGLYThis floor lamp started out...When I saw this piece at a garage sale, I loved the lines of the legs and the double lights. I hated the brass table part. But I had a vision for this.But wait, be patient with me because I must start at the real beginning.This lamp was found in this exact...

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Indian Art: Tanjore Art Of Tamil Nadu

Posts in 'Indian Art' series on my blog is my endeavor to bring back the lost charm of various ancient Indian art forms and to let more and more people know about rich culture and heritage of India.Tanjore or Thanjavur is an age old art form of South India and got its name from 'Thanjavur' a place in...

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Fall in the Breakfast Area

Thanks so much to my sweet friend, Laura, from Top This Top That for including me in a fun "Better Late than Never" Fall gathering!Will you be hosting Thanksgiving this year?  While I'll be cooking a few staple holiday goodies for the upcoming day of thanks, we won't be dining in our breakfast...

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Some Glitters and Sparkles

Hope you all had great time with your family and friends during this festive season.Mine was glorious one. Here are some sparkling moments that I am sharing with you.Welcome...........Rangoli made at the entrance.......Here's bougainvillea that I planted in my 'Pot full of happiness'.  Spreading...

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