A Hint Of Green - Or The Whole Shabang!

Not much to say.I'm just in a 'green' mood today!Here's some beautiful rooms with green in small doses......... and large!Image from Real Simple.Image from Real Simple.Image from Design Crush via Desire To Inspire.Image from Valspar.Image from Valspar.Image from Valspar.Image from Black Ribbon Interiors.Image from Small Place Style.Cheers,Linda.***...

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October In Seven Snapshots...

Time for the second monthly round up of best posts, and it's October's turn!So here's my 'snapshot' of the seven best posts for the month... just click on the title to read/see more about them!Snapshot 1:The A, B, C's Of A Nurturing Home. A lovely collection of words and pictures to take us to the heartland of what a home is really all about. Featuring what had to be one of my favourite images for the month, the 'super-star'...

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So You're Passionate About Purple - What Does That Mean?

Image from Gaita Interiors.Are you passionate about purple? Is this spiritual, luxurious, and royal colour the one you love the most? Does it find its way into your interiors or your wardrobe almost without thinking?Image from We Heart It via Tumblr.Image from We Heart It via Tumblr.Let's see what my favourite book about colour (Colors For Your Every Mood - Discover Your True Decorating Colors by Leatrice Eiseman) tells...

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50 free sites to promote your business

In my quest to really put myself out there, I stumbled across this list thats sooo awesome! Thought it might help somebody else out there too. Let me know if there's any I should add that you've had good luck with:http://www.craftjuice.com/http://craftstylish.com/http://www.1000markets.com/http://www.votehandmade.comhttp://www.byhand.me/http://thehandmadedirectory.com/directory/http://www.mixxmade.com/http://www.bluecanvas.com/http://www.plaincraft.com/http://www.43things.com/things/view/70128http://www.postaroo.com/postaroohttp://www.craigsli...

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Hello..... Gorgeous Red Cabinet and Fab Furniture!

This room really 'had me at hello'!Image from Coco and Kelly via Desire To Inspire.Those who know me well know I can't survive without at least a little 'pop' of red somewhere in every room in my home. Truly.... I've tried, and it just won't fly.So this room made me intake a lovely big gulp of air! See that gorgeous red chinese cabinet reflected in the mirror (itself a stunning piece of design) - wow! The red on the...

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A Little Hideaway In The Forest...

I can just imagine myself wandering down a forest path, finding this delightful little red house, and cocooning myself inside with a good book, some mellow lamplight, soft cushions, and yummy provisions for a day.Image from TumblrBliss!Cheers,Linda.******♥ Let's talk on Twitter!♥ Straight from me to YOU - subscribe!♥ New to Heartfire At Home? Start here.♥ And if, perchance, you BELIEVE.... join here.***...

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Check out my new Newspaper Messenger Bag!!

Hey I just finished 2 Newspaper Messenger Bags! I've treated the newspaper with a super-flexible laminate so its durable, waterproof, and I've added vinyl white billboard for extra stability. It's fully lined with recycled curtains, has 6 pockets and even has an adjustable shoulder strap. Let me know what you think! http://reclaimedwreckage.etsy....

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The Soothing Sight Of 'The Curve'...

A beautifully curved back!Image from Small Place Style.I find furniture with curves very pleasing to the eye... it somehow seems more soothing and calming than angular furniture with pointy bits and sharp corners everywhere.Not to say I like all my furniture to be voluptuous, rounded, or bulging at the seams, but a few luscious, ripe curves 'take the edge off' and add that sinuous, soft, flowing element to a room.In...

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The Beach...

I'm off to the beach for a couple of stress free days with my partner! We'll be lounging around, taking walks, having lovely meals at some little beach-side restaurants, and probably going out for a bit of a fish!Sitting in the boat drifting across the water on a beautiful spring day with a warm, soft breeze lightly brushing by; water gently lapping at the sides of the boat; and glorious sunshine all around has to be...

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An Amazing Manor House With Unusual Visitors!

I couldn't quite believe it when I came across this amazing tourist destination!I love the word 'manor'...... for me it conjures up images of beautiful old ivy covered tudor homes with lots of interior woodwork, diamond paned glass in the windows, gorgeous staircases, stunning garden surrounds, gentile tea parties, character filled antique furniture, and grandfather clocks ticking loudly next to a roaring fireplace.But,...

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To Sophie and the group of architects in Monterrey...

To Sophie (who's opening an architecture + interior design for kids store in Monterrey, Mexico),Please send me an email message again to kiersten@modmomfurniture.com. I couldn't find your email address in your form inquiry but I'd love to chat with you. Thanks,Kiers...

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Think Pink And Do Your Cheeky Checkups!

In honour of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all those who've been touched by breast cancer in some way.... here's some lovely pink interiors and photos plus ideas for 'Cheeky Check-ups'!Image from We Heart It via Deviant Art.Image from We Heart It via Tumblr.Image from Iffer's Little Nest via House Beautiful.Image from Iffer's Little Nest via Bijou Kaleidoscope.Image from Iffer's Little Nest via Alkemie.Image...

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