Isn't this collection of jack-o-lanterns adorable? I am loving the pirate with the parrot and eye patch.
Still need Halloween decorating ideas? Visit, Fun Halloween Decoration Ideas for Your Home - Inside and Out.
Wishing you a happy, safe Halloween!
* image from Good Housekeeping
It's fabulous! The Jacqui 3-Drawer Side Table by Bungalow 5 delivers high style and function. It's perfect to place next to your bed to hold lamps, books and bedside accessories.
Or place a pair in your living room on either end of a sofa to create a symmetrical look.
Adding your unique sense of style to your home office could never be easier - just check out some of these chic items available at Red Stamp.com.
Vintage print with a modern twist! This fun red and white paperweight can be customized with your name or monogram, in your choice of ink color and font.
How chic! These fine black pencils by Piffl Pen are topped with sparkling Swarovski ® crystals. I am sure you'll find a shade you love - available in light pink, fuchsia pink, purple, light blue, green, turquoise, melon, white, gold, yellow, red and orange.
Thomas Paul designed this fun desk tray in multi-colored stripes. It's perfect keep your desk, counter or small space organized and looking stylish.
This clever paper mouse pad and perpetual calendar/to do list combo by Thomas Paul is gorgeous and practical. Gotta love that!
Trend setting interior designers have already added shades of purple back into their color schemes. New York-based designer, Amanda Nisbet created a dramatic bedroom in purple, brown and white. Loving the Louis XV chair and foot stool in white with brown and white contemporary upholstery! And the throw pillow pulls the color scheme together perfectly.
The master of color, Jamie Drake designs a stunning Manhattan bedroom in magenta, fuchsia and purple. Creating a focal point, Drake adds a dramatic custom button-tufted headboard wall in chenille from Cowton & Tout called Brasilia Lilas. The floral brocade bedspread is also from Cowtan & Tout.
Designer Phillip Sides creates a soothing bathroom in the North Carolina home by using white subway tiles and painting the walls a soft lavendar - Classic Lilac (1002-5C) by Valspar. The cafe curtains in Manuel Canovas Suzon by Cowtan & Tout are hung mid-window to allow for natural light while still giving needed privacy.
Charleston South Carolina's Angie Hranowsky designed this ecclectic dining room with striking walls in plum. It work beautifully with the white accents - table, chandelier and table lamp and hints of blue - vases.
As we head into 2010 you will see more textile and furniture designers launching lines with shades of purple, but here are some trend-setters available today.
Osborne & Little's richly colored pomegranate and grapevine wallpaper - Maharani W6022/01-07
Designers Guild - Darnley in Heather - silk velvet with classical motif in Heather
Large raffia storage boxes/coffee table with embroidery in purple
Thomas Paul - Broderie Pillow in Violet
Pair of black Louis XV chairs in contrasting Madeline Weinrib's Purple Luce
The Simplified Bee $25 Gift Card Giveaway winner is Heather. She was lucky #12 selected by random.org. Congratulations and enjoy shopping!
Also, be sure to drop by Heather's darling blog, DoodleBuds. She has a recent post, When Books Come to Life that you'll enjoy.
It is was love at first site - on page 33 of the November issue of House Beautiful. This whimsical and modern Lucite Chiavari Ballroom Chair is perfect for your desk, vanity or dining room table. Because they just disappear, they would be great for small spaces too. Available at Perch or Ruby Beets.
Wishing you a fabulous weekend!
1. Use multi-functional furniture – For small spaces, a futon sofa bed will give your guests a place to sit and a place for you to sleep at night all in one piece of furniture.
3. Wall hangings – Most rentals do not allow paint on the walls. Unique wall hangings can add the expression you are looking for without damaging the walls. Large panels with fabric in your color of choice will work for any wall.
4. Minimal window coverings – Many apartments lack windows as they are connected to other units in the building. Do not cover the windows with excess fabric or curtains. This will block any natural light coming in. Practice minimalism on the windows.
5. Floor lamps – Don’t underestimate the power of adequate lighting. Invest in a few floor lamps and bring your apartment to life. All of your decorating will be evident in a well-lighted room.
7. Use room dividers for open spaces – One room apartments can be segmented into separate areas through the use of room dividers, folding screens, or curtains suspended from the ceiling.
8. Pay attention to the small details – Limited budgets mean limited decorating. Small touches such as adding new light switch covers or cabinet hardware can make a big difference without stressing your pocketbook. Make sure to keep those covers and hardware because you will have to replace them when you leave.
9. Create one focal point for each room – Every room should have at least one item that centers the room and makes everything around it pale in comparison. This could be a fireplace, a painting, a statue, or even a large piece of furniture.
10. Mirrors – Use mirrors to reflect light and create the look of a bigger space. Hanging mirrors on the wall or balancing them on the floor against a focal wall can add elegance and style to any room.
The most important thing to remember is to relax. Be open to new ideas and take the limits off of what you think your space should look like. Get creative and turn that apartment into the home of your dreams.
•2 cups of organic canned pumpkin
•1 cup of organic olive oil
•1 cup agave
•1 cup molasses
•4 organic eggs
•3 cups of organic whole wheat flour (or substitute with brown rice flour if you want gluten-free)
•1/2 cup ground flax seed
•1 teaspoon of baking soda
•1 teaspoon of salt
•1 teaspoon of cinnamon
•1 teaspoon of nutmeg
•1 teaspoon of allspice
•1/2 cup of chopped pecans for garnish
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• Entry period closes at midnight PST, Sunday, October 25, 2009 and the winner or winners will be announced Monday, October 26, 2009.
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