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The Cat’s Meow: Animal Shapes in Fashion & Home

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I found these shoes in Paris and HAD to have them.  No, I wasn’t a cat lover, but these were SO CUTE I just couldn’t resist!</div>
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<a href="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Ellens-Shoes.jpg"><img alt="Ellen's Shoes" class="size-medium wp-image-4068 aligncenter" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Ellens-Shoes-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></a></div>
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Fast forward a few months and a kitten joined our family and I DO 
love him!  Thankfully, there are no issues with allergies dealing with 
cat hair!  Here he is, relaxing during one of our staff meetings at the 
office.</div>
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<a href="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Ginger-in-Chair.jpg"><img alt="Ginger in Chair" class="size-medium wp-image-4069 aligncenter" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Ginger-in-Chair-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></a></div>
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There must be something in the air because now animal icons and 
shapes are everywhere.  From jewelry to shoes, it’s not just about 
animal prints, but we’ll see all kinds of animal inspirations as part of
 our lives!  What animal prints or icons will be at High Point Market?</div>
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<a href="http://www.imaxcorp.com/products.php?prod=63080&search=http://www.imaxcorp.com/products_searchresults.php?searchProduct=owl" target="_blank"><img alt="Owl Vase" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4077" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Owl-Vase-224x300.jpg" width="224" /></a>     <a href="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Butterfly-ring.jpg"><img alt="Butterfly ring" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4070" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Butterfly-ring-224x300.jpg" width="224" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/p/Charlotte-Olympia-Poodle-Heel-Platform-Sandal/prod84600108/?eVar4=You%20May%20Also%20Like%20RR" target="_blank"><img alt="Charlotte_Olympia_Poodle_Heel" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4073" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Charlotte_Olympia_Poodle_Heel-193x300.png" width="193" /></a>     <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/p/Charlotte-Olympia-Birds-of-Paradise-Cage-Heel-Sandal/prod81320195/?eVar4=You%20May%20Also%20Like%20RR" target="_blank"><img alt="Charlotte_Olympia_Birds_of_Paradise" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4072" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Charlotte_Olympia_Birds_of_Paradise-253x300.png" width="253" /></a><a href="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Puppy_Shoe_by_Marc_Jacobs_-_Friends_of_Mine.png"><img alt="Puppy_Shoe_by_Marc_Jacobs_-_Friends_of_Mine" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4076" height="270" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Puppy_Shoe_by_Marc_Jacobs_-_Friends_of_Mine-300x270.png" width="300" /></a> <a href="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Charlotte_Olympia_-_Cat_Face_Slipper.png"><img alt="Charlotte_Olympia_-_Cat_Face_Slipper" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4071" height="270" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Charlotte_Olympia_-_Cat_Face_Slipper-300x270.png" width="300" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/p/MARC-by-Marc-Jacobs-Mouse-Striped-Espadrille-Flat-marc-jacobs-shoes/prod81910034___/?icid=&searchType=MAIN&rte=%252Fsearch.jsp%253FN%253D0%2526Ntt%253Dmarc%252Bjacobs%252Bshoes%2526_requestid%253D29024&eItemId=prod81910034&cmCat=search+" target="_blank"><img alt="Marc_Jacobs_-_Mouse_Ballerina" class="size-medium wp-image-4074 aligncenter" height="270" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Marc_Jacobs_-_Mouse_Ballerina-300x270.png" width="300" /></a></div>
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Share <em>your</em> animal inspired images!</div>
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The Cat’s Meow: Animal Shapes in Fashion & Home

I found these shoes in Paris and HAD to have them. No, I wasn’t a cat lover, but these were SO CUTE I just couldn’t resist! Fast forward a few months and a kitten joined our family and I DO love him! Thankfully, there are no issues with allergies dealing with cat hair! Here he is, relaxing dur…

19Oct2014

Re-Vamp Your Garden – 10 Unique Gardening Ideas

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No one wants to sit on their patio and look at a boring garden 
landscape. Traditional landscaping and gardening is like, so five years 
ago. Now, gardeners are ready to break out of the box (or pot) and get 
innovative with their landscape design. The trend of having “showpieces”
 within their flowery paradise is gaining momentum, and here are 
some unique gardening ideas to help get you on the right path to 
creating a garden worth showing and telling about on Pinterest.</div>
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Take a chair you were just going to throw out and make it into a beautiful garden conversation piece:</div>
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<img alt="Oscar Mora" class="aligncenter wp-image-4703 size-medium" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Oscar-Mora-225x300.jpg" width="225" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.oscarmora.com/image-gallery/floral-art/">Oscar Mora</a></div>
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That rusty old VW van that hasn’t run since Woodstock’s heyday? 
Transform it into a psychedelic masterpiece (and store your lawn tools 
inside for convenient access):</div>
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Via <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/more-ideas-for-small-space-gardens-189552">Apartment Therapy</a></div>
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Re-use a broken or outdated piece of furniture as a decorative garden accent!</div>
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<img alt="1001 Gardens" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4705" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/1001-Gardens-200x300.jpg" width="200" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.1001gardens.org/2014/02/diy-recycled-garden-dresser/">1001 Gardens</a></div>
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If you’ve got bird feeders and butterfly gardens, why not have a place to attract some fairies?</div>
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<img alt="Flickr" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4706" height="199" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Flickr-300x199.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/44519198@N05/7265650038/in/photostream">Flickr</a></div>
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Since ET went home, it’s only fitting to use the bicycle basket as a decorative flower holder.</div>
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<img alt="Flickr 2" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4707" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Flickr-2-199x300.jpg" width="199" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/jocelynsart/2733089272/">Flickr</a></div>
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If you’ve got old cars in your yard, make them over from an eyesore to a masterpiece!</div>
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<img alt="Style Motivation" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4708" height="257" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Style-Motivation-300x257.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.stylemotivation.com/">Style Motivation</a></div>
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Your kids and vinery plants will thank you:</div>
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<img alt="Alternative Gardening" class="aligncenter wp-image-4709" height="553" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Alternative-Gardening-370x1024.jpg" width="200" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://alternative-energy-gardning.blogspot.com/2014/05/pole-bean-hideaway.html">Alternative Gardening</a></div>
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If you don’t want to pay the high price tag for stump grinding, here is another approach:</div>
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<img alt="Pinterest" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4710" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Pinterest-242x300.jpg" width="242" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/29273466302834345/">Pinterest</a></div>
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…Or if you don’t want to haul away the logs from trees you cut down:</div>
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<img alt="Pinterest 2" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4711" height="218" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Pinterest-2-300x218.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/156077943309214850/">Pinterest</a></div>
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Easy-peasy accent pieces for your patio:</div>
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Re-Vamp Your Garden – 10 Unique Gardening Ideas

No one wants to sit on their patio and look at a boring garden landscape. Traditional landscaping and gardening is like, so five years ago. Now, gardeners are ready to break out of the box (or pot) and get innovative with their landscape design. The trend of having “showpieces” within their flo…

19Oct2014

Regal Nursery Furniture For Your Prince or Princess

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On April 29, 2011 everyone across the world was buzzing about the 
royal wedding as we watched what seemed to be a real life fairy tale 
unfold between Prince William and Duchess Kate Middleton.</div>
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Two years later, the beautiful couple had everyone across the globe 
on the edge of their seats awaiting the arrival of their royal baby. On 
July 22, 2013, the world watched as the couple presented Prince George 
 to the world. After making their first address to the press as a “royal
 family”, they headed home to the Kensington Palace to Prince George’s 
new luxury nursery.</div>
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Although we still don’t know what the royal baby’s nursery looks 
like, we are absolutely certain it fits the standards of a future king. 
Princess Kate was spotted shopping for the baby’s nursery at high end 
London boutiques like Blue Almonds and Peter Jones.</div>
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We have found some nurseries that go along with Kate Middleton’s 
elegant style if you want to obtain the royal look for your own prince 
or princess.  Regal nursery furniture is all the rage right now.</div>
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<a href="http://bestdesignprojects.com/royal-bedroom-for-kate-middletons-baby/#.UhUkcNJzFGY" target="_blank">Blue Almonds </a></div>
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<img alt="kate-middleton-baby-640x290" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4551" height="135" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/kate-middleton-baby-640x290-300x135.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This is an elegant and simple nursery by Blue Almonds. This all 
white, gender neutral, interior very well could have been an inspiration
 for the royal baby’s nursery.</div>
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<a href="http://www.rosenberryrooms.com/young-america-isabella-furniture.html" target="_blank">Young America</a></div>
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<img alt="YA-Isabella-Collection" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4552" height="179" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/YA-Isabella-Collection-300x179.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This pastel Pink crib by Young America’s Isabella Collection is both a fun and elegant piece.</div>
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<a href="http://www.hgtv.com/designers-portfolio/room/traditional/kids-rooms/8081/index.html" target="_blank">Sherri Blum</a></div>
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<img alt="DP_Sherri-Blum-Blue-Boys-Nursery-Bay-Windows_s3x4_lg" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4555" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/DP_Sherri-Blum-Blue-Boys-Nursery-Bay-Windows_s3x4_lg-225x300.jpg" width="225" /></div>
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This Sherri Blum nursery, is decked out in blue, and is definitely suitable for a royal prince.</div>
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<a href="http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11268195">Babies R Us</a></div>
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<img alt="Sophia Post Circular Crib" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4556" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Sophia-Post-Circular-Crib-300x300.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This Dream On Me Sophia Posh Circular Crib is defiantly royal inspired. It can be found at Babies “R” Us.</div>
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<a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/bassinet-and-monterey-bedding/?pkey=e%7Cmonterey%2Bbassinet%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH%7C%7CNoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">Pottery Barn Kids</a></div>
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<img alt="Monterey Bassinet" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4558" height="264" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Monterey-Bassinet-300x264.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This Monterey Bassinet is an adorable and elegant bedding option, found at Pottery Barn Kids.</div>
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Whether you have your own prince or princess, there are regal options
 for your little one’s nursery!  What’s your favorite look?  Share your 
thoughts in the comments below.</div>

Regal Nursery Furniture For Your Prince or Princess

On April 29, 2011 everyone across the world was buzzing about the royal wedding as we watched what seemed to be a real life fairy tale unfold between Prince William and Duchess Kate Middleton. Two years later, the beautiful couple had everyone across the globe on the edge of their seats awaiting…

19Oct2014

Photos From EJ Victor Showroom at High Point Market

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Aerin Lauder debuted a gorgeous furniture collection at the EJ Victor
 showroom during the spring 2013 High Point Market.  We loved being able
 to have a first look, and we’re excited to share the collection with 
you.  Look at the details, size and scale, fabrics and use of gold! 
 Love it!</div>
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Be sure to check out our Pinterest boards so you can re-pin these to yours! <a href="http://pinterest.com/thehome/" target="_blank"> Click here!</a></div>
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For our video of the EJ Victor showroom, and highlights of Aerin Lauder’s collection, <a href="http://www.thehome.com/video-ej-victor-aerin-lauder-premiere-collection-berber-kammlah-couture-details-hpmkt/" target="_blank">click here!</a></div>
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Photos From EJ Victor Showroom at High Point Market

Aerin Lauder debuted a gorgeous furniture collection at the EJ Victor showroom during the spring 2013 High Point Market. We loved being able to have a first look, and we’re excited to share the collection with you. Look at the details, size and scale, fabrics and use of gold! Love it! Be sur…

19Oct2014

Cruise Ship Condos Decor: Retire on the High Seas in Style

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Say goodbye to your old fashioned retirement plans. A whole new concept of retirement is up and coming.</div>
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How would you feel if those amazing one week vacations on the high 
seas, visiting tropical islands and far away destinations, could turn 
into the rest of your life? Believe it or not, you can retire and live 
on a luxurious cruise ship that takes you from one exotic port to 
another across the globe.  Cruise ship condos are now a hot commodity in
 the affluent retirement community.</div>
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Cruise ships such as <a href="http://aboardtheworld.com/video.htm" target="_blank">The World</a>, <a href="http://www.justluxe.com/travel/cruise/feature-279298.php" target="_blank">The Utopia</a> and the <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/main/Main.action" target="_blank">Seabourn</a>
 ships offer full-blown condos on board, allowing you to travel the 
world without having to get out of your own bed.  Design and decorate 
your stateroom in your own style, and surround yourself with all of your
 favorite possessions.</div>
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If this sounds like your dream retirement plan (I know it’s ours!), 
we’ve got some great ideas on how you can decorate your stateroom. Check
 out this trendy aquatic inspired home décor to help make your on-board 
condo feel a little more like home.</div>
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<a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/regina-andrew-table-lamp-seeded-vessel?ID=614715&cm_mmc=Google_DMA_Home_Lighting_PLA-_-" target="_blank">Regina Andrew Seeded Vessel Lamp</a></div>
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<a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/regina-andrew-table-lamp-seeded-vessel?ID=614715&cm_mmc=Google_DMA_Home_Lighting_PLA-_-"><img alt="Regina_Andrew_lamp" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4562" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Regina_Andrew_lamp-215x300.png" width="215" /></a> </div>
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This lamp by Regina Andrews adds a very aquatic feel to any room, and is very modern at the same time.</div>
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<a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/harbor-house-crystal-beach-comforter-set/3185107?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&device=c&network=g&matchtype=&mcid=PS_googlepla_nonbrand_bedding_&gclid=CJ3YlajlxrkCFY8DOgod92UA_g" target="_blank">Harbor House Crystal Beach Comforter Set</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/harbor-house-crystal-beach-comforter-set/3185107?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&device=c&network=g&matchtype=&mcid=PS_googlepla_nonbrand_bedding_&gclid=CJ3YlajlxrkCFY8DOgod92UA_g"><img alt="harbourhousebed" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4564" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/harbourhousebed1-300x300.jpg" width="300" /></a></div>
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This Harbor House Bed set is cute and aquatic. It can be found at stores like Belk.</div>
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<a href="http://www.libbylangdon.com/rugs_rock-and-scroll.shtml" target="_blank">Libby Langdon Rock & Scroll Rug </a></div>
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<a href="http://www.libbylangdon.com/rugs_rock-and-scroll.shtml"><img alt="langdon carpet" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4565" height="201" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/langdon-carpet-300x201.jpg" width="300" /></a> </div>
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This Libby Langdon Carpet is a perfect accent to a waterfront environment.</div>
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<a href="http://www.stanleyfurniture.com/product/135331/829K300030/_/Coastal_Living_Cottage%3Cbr%3EPiecrust_Mirror/Collection/Coastal_Living_Cottage" target="_blank">Stanley Furniture Coastal Living Cottage Piecrust Mirror</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.stanleyfurniture.com/product/135331/829K300030/_/Coastal_Living_Cottage%3Cbr%3EPiecrust_Mirror/Collection/Coastal_Living_Cottage"><img alt="Coastal Living Stanley Mirror" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4567" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Coastal-Living-Stanley-Mirror1-300x300.jpg" width="300" /></a></div>
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This fun mirror comes in all sorts of colors. It is part of Coastal 
Living by Stanley Furniture, and would add a beachy but elegant feel to 
the home (or cruise condo).</div>
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<a href="http://www.kirklands.com/product/Misc/Coastal-Collection/Orange-Cream-Coral-Embroidery-Pillow/pc/2343/c/0/sc/2401/166443.uts" target="_blank">Kirklands Orange & Cream Coral Embroidery Pillow</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.kirklands.com/product/Misc/Coastal-Collection/Orange-Cream-Coral-Embroidery-Pillow/pc/2343/c/0/sc/2401/166443.uts"><img alt="coralpillow" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4568" height="300" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/coralpillow-300x300.jpg" width="300" /></a> </div>
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This Orange Cream embroidery pillow is from Kirklands Coastsal Collection. It can add a bright pop of color to any room.</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62235881/beach-decor-white-starfish-seashell?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">Beach Decor White Starfish Seashell Wreath</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62235881/beach-decor-white-starfish-seashell?ref=shop_home_active"><img alt="Starfish Wreath" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4569" height="276" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Starfish-Wreath-300x276.jpg" width="300" /></a> </div>
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This is a fun and creative mirror by Nautical Décor. This mirror can add a creative pop to your beach condo.</div>
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Start planning your luxury retirement.  You
 never know…a life on the ocean may be in the cards for you!  If not, 
you can still add a little coastal charm to your home or beach house.</div>

Cruise Ship Condos Decor: Retire on the High Seas in Style

Say goodbye to your old fashioned retirement plans. A whole new concept of retirement is up and coming. How would you feel if those amazing one week vacations on the high seas, visiting tropical islands and far away destinations, could turn into the rest of your life? Believe it or not, you can r…

19Oct2014

Best Dressed: How to Style Your Guest Room

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Via <a href="http://www.theprojectgirl.com/2011/09/11/guest-baskets-part-2-free-printable-banner/">The Project Girl</a></div>
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Who doesn’t appreciate a night or two in a boutique hotel?  Give your
 overnight guests a five star experience with these surprisingly easy 
(and budget-friendly!) thoughtful details – all without having to leave 
home.</div>
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Before you begin adding the fun stuff, make sure the basics are in 
place: a comfortable mattress (if yours is less than ideal, invest in a 
hypoallergenic mattress topper), a bedside table and lamp, wastebasket, a
 comfortable chair, a mirror, and room-darkening window shades.  Reserve
 some sheets just for guest bed use; for all-out luxe, buy the 
highest-quality linens you can afford.  Leave towels and wash cloths on 
the bed or chair so your guests don’t have to wonder which ones they are
 supposed to use, particularly if they’ll be sharing a bathroom with 
family members.  And don’t forget that your guests will be coming with 
cell phones and other devices that need recharging so make sure at least
 one outlet is easily accessible—even better, add a power strip.</div>
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Now for the extras!</div>
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<li>Fill a pretty basket with things that will make your guests feel at 
home: a couple of current magazines, bottled water, tissues, a selection
 of travel-sized toiletries and some energy bars.  If you are looking 
for alternatives to a basket consider using a decorative tray, a big 
glass jar or even a whimsical galvanized bucket.</li>
<li>No need to put in the basket, but nice to have on hand in a 
drawer–extra toothbrushes and toothpaste, bandaids, pain relievers, 
feminine products, sunscreen, and a lint brush.</li>
<li>An alarm clock positioned so it is easy to read (and reach!) from the bed, or better yet an alarm clock/radio.</li>
<li>A small laundry hamper.</li>
<li>Nice hangers in the closet and a hook on the back of the closet door.</li>
<li>A foldable luggage rack.</li>
<li>Extra blankets, sheets and pillows.  Put them in an obvious, 
easy-to-find place (like the top of the closet) so guests can pull them 
out if they need them in the middle of the night.</li>
<li>Fresh flowers!  Even a couple of blooms in a small vase will up the luxury quotient immensely.</li>
<li>A small coffee and/or tea maker with supplies.</li>
<li>A water carafe and glasses.</li>
<li>Scented candles and a lighter.</li>
<li>Post your Wi-Fi password and any other access codes your guests 
might need in an obvious place–have some fun and put a little welcome 
message with relevant codes in a decorative picture frame.</li>
<li>An extra set of house keys on a distinctive keychain.</li>
<li>A pretty dish or small tray for jewelry.</li>
<li>A selection of books: look for short story collections and humor 
anthologies that can be read in small bites, local guidebooks and a few 
old favorites.  Stock up on books that your guests can take with them if
 they’re not done when the visit ends.</li>
<li>A small pad of paper, pen and pencil.  Other office supplies that 
might come in handy, especially if your guests are staying a while: 
sticky notes, tape, paper clips, envelopes and postage stamps.</li>
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Best Dressed: How to Style Your Guest Room

Via The Project Girl Who doesn’t appreciate a night or two in a boutique hotel? Give your overnight guests a five star experience with these surprisingly easy (and budget-friendly!) thoughtful details – all without having to leave home. Before you begin adding the fun stuff, make sure the basic…

19Oct2014

Home Furnishings

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With Market coming up, I always enjoy hitting up “Pre-Market” for a 
sneak peek and to share the latest trends. Musical influences surely 
captured my attention and I have to say, I love it! Collections from <a href="http://www.pulaskifurniture.com/pulaski/">Pulaski</a>, <a href="http://www.hookerfurniture.com/">Hooker Furniture</a>, and <a href="http://www.symbolaudio.com/">SYMBOL Audio</a> all exhibited this musical mantra.</div>
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Rhythm and Home is Pulaski’s new collection, which was inspired by jazz guitarist <a href="http://www.mattmarshak.com/">Matt Marshak</a>.</div>
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<img alt="Pulaski AMP" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4824" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Pulaski-AMP-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This table can serve as a bedside table or side table. Inspired by 
the silhouette of an amp, it actually plays music and has a hidden 
drawer!</div>
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<img alt="Pulaski Leather Chair 1" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4825" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Pulaski-Leather-Chair-1-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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<img alt="Pulaski Leather Chair 2" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4826" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Pulaski-Leather-Chair-2-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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These are great for relaxing while listening to music; it just lets 
you relax as you “tune in” to the music and tune out the world.</div>
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Hooker Furniture’s Studio 7H collection has a musical influence and 
mid-century modern style. Hooker Furniture and their designer, Taylor 
West, wanted to bring consumers the functionality and modern take to 
pieces we all need.</div>
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<img alt="Hooker 1" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4827" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Hooker-1-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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<img alt="Hooker 2" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4828" height="224" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Hooker-2-300x224.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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I love this mid-century console! This piece actually has a turn-table
 inside and a place to hold your favorite albums. I am adoring the retro
 feel!</div>
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SYMBOL Audio’s “bespoke” pieces (which were debuted in April)  made 
in response to the vinyl boom as well. While working with designer Blake
 Tovin, SYMBOL Audio has created items that exude modern taste and still
 give an old school vibe.  It’s all about small spaces!</div>
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<img alt="SYMBOL 1" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4829" height="208" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/SYMBOL-1-300x208.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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This table really caught my eye. It doubles as a record player and storage for your vinyls!</div>
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<img alt="SYMBOL 2" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4830" height="222" src="http://www.thehome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/SYMBOL-2-300x222.jpg" width="300" /></div>
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If you like functionality, this desk is for you! It is designed for 
sound with speakers built in and comes with a wireless remote, how cool!
 Best of all, it’s made in America. You can find SYMBOL’s collection on 
display in the Pinnacle showroom on the top floor of 220 Elm.</div>

Home Furnishings

With Market coming up, I always enjoy hitting up “Pre-Market” for a sneak peek and to share the latest trends. Musical influences surely captured my attention and I have to say, I love it! Collections from Pulaski, Hooker Furniture, and SYMBOL Audio all exhibited this musical mantra. Rhythm and H…

19Oct2014

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