As the holidays roll up to our door and the chill hits our skin, our thoughts can turn to summer. We don’t mean to get distracted from the warm family fun, but on those days when the wind zips through our jackets, we begin to daydream. Warm days with the sun pouring out of the …
To truly begin the journey of living intentionally, you first have to identify the beliefs which will guide you. Someone who believes in sustainability could have a different path than those who believe in fair trade. It’s important to define this difference. Five Whys There are many paths to discover why you believe the way …
Everyone is searching for ways to offload their excess stuff. You can see it with the rise of Marie Kondo, the popularity of places like The Container Store, and the sections of the bookstores devoted to organizing. At the same time, we live in a world which pushes us to purchase more stuff. I mean, …
Inspiration doesn’t just come through the eyes. You hear it in the round sound of a voice, echoing through a concert hall. You taste it in a Chateauneuf du Pape, full of dark berries with a spicy edge and a tinge of the dirt where the grapes were grown. You feel it as your body …
Scrolling through my social media feed the other day, people bombarded me with their favorite cure-alls. Have you tried this new CBD cream? My niece sells essential oils – you should call her. My chiropractor will get you fixed up in no time! Enough already! My favorite cure-all sits in a corner of my living …
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The mystery of the curls, ripples and swirls of figured wood live large in the woodworking world. For most types of figure, the reason is unknown. Two trees of the same species next to each other, having experienced the same environmental factors, can produce very different interiors. One might be absolutely straight-grained while the other …
Special pieces harbor an emotional significance in your life. Combining them with your own design sensibility seems impossible, but you don’t want to hide them away. Enter transitional design. At its simplest, transitional design combines traditional and modern styles in a seamless design, with an eye to simplicity in order to create serenity. Transitional design …
A dinner party for friends. A potluck with the family. A feast complete with a table for the kids. You plan your gathering, the preparations begin, and you wonder, “Do I have room for the WHOLE family around the table? Last Easter, everyone squished together and we lost track of whose silverware was whose! How …
Functional art cannot be denied. It invades our lives, bringing beauty and joy and inspiration to the simplest of acts. This art sings to us as we pour a cup of tea, as we drive the road to work, as we turn the tap to fill our bathtubs. The considered design that composes functional art …
Ever hear someone say, “I can’t explain it. I just love visiting her house. It’s so comfortable. It’s so beautiful. I don’t know how she does it.” Details. Your fabulous friend with the greatest place with that relaxing vibe and beauty everywhere you look? She pays attention to the details. She makes sure to have …
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