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LONG DISTANCE DECORATING : DALLASLONG DISTANCE DECORATING : DALLAS

A DALLAS KITCHEN AND FAMILY ROOM REMODELviaI thought I'd show you the progress on another Long Distance Decorating clientfar away in Dallas, Texas.Read more »…

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29Dec2012

December ReflectionsDecember Reflections

December traditions continue asthe Queen gave her annual Christmas broadcast yesterday( for the first time, in 3D)Today is Boxing Day,much like Black Friday in the USFragrant and winter floweringViburnum x bodnantenseWinter has its trademark stamp ofsoft grey, mauve, peach skiesandbare trees reveali…

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26Dec2012

ROCK A BYEROCK A BYE

WALL COLOR FOR A NURSERYviaI absolutely LOVE creating rooms for children.   While kids are fun to plan with, babies are easier.  They don't insist on hot pink or purple as the primary color.  So soft greens, tans, creams and blush can be used without hurting a budding young interior decorator's feel…

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25Dec2012

We have a winner!We have a winner!

As promised, I'm back to announce the winner of my giveaway. I'm happy to say that the lovely WENDY CALDWELL is the lucky winner! Congratulations Wendy, you've received your recent Etsy order FREE! I'll drop you a line with all the details....…

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20Dec2012

CHOOSING PAINT COLOR FOR A BEACH HOUSECHOOSING PAINT COLOR FOR A BEACH HOUSE

ABOUT THE BEACH LOOKA beach house needs to be comfortable and easy care, impervious to sand and salt water, with soft and calm colors.  The view outside needs to take precedence over the view inside. That means distressed wood, stone, weathered paint finishes, easy care slipcovers, painted fresh whi…

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20Dec2012

Christmas In EnglandChristmas In England

The Christmas season comes earlier to England than to the USIn England, it creeps in as early as November 5thafter Guy Fawkes NightIn the US, the season officially kicks off after Thanksgiving(end of November)Although England is ethnically diverse(especially in and around London)there is no politica…

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20Dec2012

I'm shutting up shop for the year....I'm shutting up shop for the year....

With Christmas almost upon us, the elves are working at full speed to get all my last Etsy orders posted. So if you've anything like me, and you've still got a few last-minute gifts to buy, don't worry - there's still time! But be quick - you only have until close of business tomorrow to get 20% off…

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19Dec2012

CHRISTMAS WREATH AND MANTLECHRISTMAS WREATH AND MANTLE

HOW TO DECORATE FOR CHRISTMASI had fun this season decorating for a couple of my clients.  I created this mantlewith a 'how-to' and posted it on my creative blog hereRead more »…

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19Dec2012

Snapshot Of London In DecemberSnapshot Of London In December

London, all dressed-up for the holidays!'Twelve Days Of Christmas' this year on Regent StreetThanks to my sisterI discovered a new area, St Christopher's PlaceCarnaby Street is always a fun place to wanderAnd lovely Liberty is adorned with simple greeneryThis month has been busy, as December always …

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16Dec2012

Frosty EnglandFrosty England

I've never been a big fan of winterbut my kids areI'm one step closer to loving this season for all that England has shown me...Making the most of every dayregardless of weatherEach day is a weather adventure- snow, rain, sun, clouds, fog, or frost -Look for moreFrozen spiderwebs look like icicles d…

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12Dec2012

So, what do you think?So, what do you think?

So the colour of the year for 2013 is Emerald Green, according to Pantone. I was quite surprised actually, as the early money was on Monaco Blue - and as you know, it's one of my favourites. But I have to say, I do love Emerald - it's strong and distinctive and not for the feint-hearted. Used wisely…

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12Dec2012

Film Locations: The Holiday & Bridget JonesFilm Locations: The Holiday & Bridget Jones

A few months agoI asked you what questions you have for meFor a while I've been chewing on this question from Debi at A Tale of Two Cities...Do you have suggestions for cute towns that would begreat day trips for us London gals wanting to get out of the city sometimes?We've been to all the tourist s…

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08Dec2012
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