Boo!

Hubby and I celebrated our 20th Anniversary on July 30 by going to an upscale steak house here in Quincy, IL.


Upon walking out, Hubby noticed a kitten under the vehicle in front of ours. Hubby is a true cat whisperer! He got out and tried to coax her out but she wouldn't budge.




The restaurant had given us two cookies on our leave and I used parts of one to coax her out of a hole under the

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Creative Connections | A new feature.

{We don't meet people by accident. They are meant to cross our path for a reason.}

What do you think?
Do share your thoughts.

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Following Design Trends On The Venue

Since the day I got Dell Venue tab I have been praising its awesome features. Now let me praise a little more about my latest crush: My Venue tab.

Being a design blogger I always try to keep myself updated about design trends. But at the same time I play so many other roles too like mommy, wife, home maker, blogger, artist, crafter & list goes on. I am so occupied that I am hardly left with time to keep myself updated about latest design trends and that's a disaster for design blogger. 

But then technology is always there to save you from such disasters. I am talking about my Dell Venue tab. No matter how busy I am, I can quickly search about latest design trends on Venue, while I am cooking, helping my son with his homework or cleaning (I can listen to audios). Just connect to the internet (that happens in jiffy), make search and a lot about design trends is there right in front of you.

You know logging in to laptop and then keeping it in your hand all the time while you are doing other things can be struggling but, with Venue it has become easier. Just a push of button and it starts working, open the browser and search for latest design trends, take it to the kitchen, keep it there, do all your cooking and at the same time you can listen to the audios or can take a quick look at a short video too. Last night I read about some latest design trends on Venue while I was helping my son with his home work. When he needed my help I just pushed the off button, kept tab aside, helped him and then just pressed start button and resumed reading without any hassle.

I got few mails from my readers who read my earlier posts on Dell Venue, asking me about the features of Venue and advice on should they buy this tab or not.  I would recommend this tab as it's economical, loaded with some very nice features, easy to carry & light weight. 

Thanks to all who enjoyed my video 'Designing With Dell' I am overwhelmed with the response I received. The video got more than 250 hits in just 2 weeks which I never expected as it was my first video.

I case you haven't read my earlier posts on Dell Venue Tab read them by clicking links below :

1). Tech Talk: Dell Venue 8

2). Designing With Dell Venue 8

3). Design Inspiration For Monsoon With Dell Venue

See you all with some Diwali Craft & Decor Ideas soon!!

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Our Simple Fall Mantel ...

Greetings!!

If we could've pried our fireplace mantel/surround from the wall of our old house and nailed it to the wall here in our new house, we would've!  I truly miss it, but, we hope to "beef" up this one a bit in the near future.

Until then, I can't neglect our simple mantel and had fun adding a few Fall touches to it, with things that I already had on hand ... don't you just love free decorating?!

A pretty Fall print that I snagged from Tuesday Morning a couple of years ago, along with our whimsical "GIVE THANKS" blocks, take center stage:

I like "easy" decorating, which is why I love filling inexpensive apothecary jars with petite pumpkins, acorns and leaves:

A simple basket becomes the perfect place to toss a few pillows and add a soft blanket, inviting "warmth!"  Annnnd, our "falling leaves" made a return, too!

Instead of buying a new fireplace screen, I propped a metal piece from Kirkland's we had on hand against the glass:

I love the soft glow that the lights hidden behind our "GIVE THANKS" blocks, along with the fireplace, give off at night!

And, "speaking" of Fall mantels, I was very surprised (and appreciative) to see one of Fall mantels (from our old house) included in a fun Fall mantel article from Country Living!  Thank you!

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to finish up our kitchen project where the cabinets are now enjoying a lighter and brighter look... yay!

Happy "early" Fall friends and thanks for stopping by,

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Good News For Art & Craft Lovers!!

Hola readers!!
I've got two amazing news for you:

1). I have found some very good site for all art & Craft lovers &

2). On account of Diwali I am planning a big art & craft linky party on my blog.

One more thing is that festive season is just around the corner and I am gearing up to do some posts on Diwali craft & DIY ideas. Every week I'll be sharing some unique craft & DIY idea for Diwali. So all of you just be ready with all the art & craft materials.

Now let me disclose what I found for you:
Whenever I get some craft idea the biggest problem I face is gathering all the essential craft supplies. Several rounds of craft store is what I usually avoid with one hyperactive kid in tow. I found online shopping for craft supplies a better solution to my problem but, then buying craft supplies online can burn hole in your pocket. I have come across such online craft stores where freight rate were three times the price of my order and that was a pure waste of money. 

The other day I was thinking that there should be some website where we can get some deals on art & craft supplies too, like we get for other items on so many websites these days. And guess what I found one. I explored CupoNation thoroughly and found some amazing deals on art & craft materials. This website has lot of other deals too .
I am providing some links, go through these and then you will know what exactly I am talking about.
There you can find deals on Cards & kits, pens & markers, home decor and many more other categories too. Some best deals for art/craft decor items at CupoNation are:
Indabycraft: Deals for home decor products
Creative Craft: Deals for black pottery
Craft Adda: Deals for pens, marker, cards, kits, farm animals etc.
FabFurnish: Deals for home decor products.

Many more deals are there. Just go through the site and there you can explore more about the deals.
Go ahead dear readers get your art/craft supplies, make some beautiful crafts for Diwali and don't forget to link it in my blog. Link party will be opening shortly.

Good Luck to all of you!!

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Website Review: Socktail

We are living in a digital age and e-commerce has gained an important place in our lives. 

people love online shopping because of the convenience. You don't need to bother about driving and then finding parking space, over crowded stores, locating a product in store and then after purchasing the product standing in a long queue at billing counter. Lots of hassle isn't it. 

That is why people prefer online shopping...just few clicks and product of your choice will be delivered at your door step.

Now if I say that website I am going to introduce to you is something very different from other online shopping portals, you must be scratching your head. Presenting to you........... 

Socktail

About Socktail:  Though socktail was started as online furniture store but very soon they will launch decor, and DIY sections as well. The ultimate goal is to have a social shopping platform for passionate about furniture, home decor and DIY. 

Features:  Now why I said it's different from other e-commerce websites because it is packed with some very useful features. Lets have a look what these features are:

1. Connect:  This feature lets you connect easily with other shoppers and designers as well. You can find me here, checkout my profile click here and lets connect there too :)

- Create profile and share your work with thousands of their visitors. 

- Follow other users and connect with them by commenting on their collections/creations.

- Invite your admirers from Facebook and make your own social network here.

2. Share: This enables you to share your ideas and get ideas from others. 

- Write guest posts, articles, design ideas and get more fan following.

- Bookmark your posts/creations/pics and attract more visitors to your blog.

- Bookmark your findings on internet and make your collections on our website.

- Arrange your bookmarks in lists/albums/collections.

3. Shop: If you are an artist, crafter or designer you can sell your product here in this section.

- Setup your store and Sell your creations.

- Shop furniture and home decor products from other sellers and brands. 

So what you were doing on three different websites till date, now you can do all those things at one place- Socktail. It's hassle free, easy to navigate and loaded with wonderful and useful features. I have registered myself on Socktail and truly loving it. I liked the collection of furniture available there. I am eyeing few of them. Sharing some images just for you.  

Don't you want to check out some more beautiful furniture designs and don't miss the opportunity to connect with other designers and shoppers. Head over to Socktail and give some treat to your eyes. I am so sure that you will going to love all the three features on Socktail. Do I need to say that Pinterest, Stumbleupon and Etsy all these three are at one place now. Come join me.... waiting for you there!!

Link: Socktail

Coming up next on 3D is a lovely and warm space. Stay tuned!!

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Vintage Pedestals

I gotta say

        I


       LOVE


          THESE 


            PEDESTALS!



I was given them from a friend. She wanted me to fix them up and sell them and split the money with her. Well, that is not what happened! Here is what they looked like when I received them...





 I cleaned them, glued areas where they were breaking apart, and noted all the cool detail...





 I realized

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