Interior Decoration Remodeling Even with another hurricane looming around the corner, I woke up singing "Shiny Happy People". I can't get it out of my head today, so I thought some of you might need a shiny, happy moment for yourselves:)
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Friday, June 29, 2012
Interior Decoration Remodeling Judge A Book By Its Cover
Interior Decoration Remodeling I love receiving my weekly Houzz updates, because they are a little treat waiting for me in my email. This weekend I especially loved the photos of a little house with a modern soul. If I were walking down the street and came across this place, I would wish that I could run inside. Funny enough, I have seen the inside because it is the home of Morgan of The Brick
Fearless Fantasy Friday ~ Wallpaper, Painted Chairs, and Colour!
I see things like the images below....
... and I'm reminded of how I've been hankering to get some wallpaper somewhere in my house, even if it's just on a ceiling (oh yes, I WILL do that one day), and to paint some furniture in a bold colour. I've been eyeing off my dining chairs and a couple of bookcases for that adventure.
That last image, with its bold chairs and eye catching light fitting is pretty fearless too!
I found the pictures above over on House Of Turquoise. A feast for the eyes on this Fearless Fantasy Friday.
There's more too....
Have a great weekend everyone!
Linda. xox
... and I'm reminded of how I've been hankering to get some wallpaper somewhere in my house, even if it's just on a ceiling (oh yes, I WILL do that one day), and to paint some furniture in a bold colour. I've been eyeing off my dining chairs and a couple of bookcases for that adventure.
That last image, with its bold chairs and eye catching light fitting is pretty fearless too!
I found the pictures above over on House Of Turquoise. A feast for the eyes on this Fearless Fantasy Friday.
There's more too....
Have a great weekend everyone!
Linda. xox
Fearless Fantasy Friday ~ Wallpaper, Painted Chairs, and Colour!
I see things like the images below....
... and I'm reminded of how I've been hankering to get some wallpaper somewhere in my house, even if it's just on a ceiling (oh yes, I WILL do that one day), and to paint some furniture in a bold colour. I've been eyeing off my dining chairs and a couple of bookcases for that adventure.
That last image, with its bold chairs and eye catching light fitting is pretty fearless too!
I found the pictures above over on House Of Turquoise. A feast for the eyes on this Fearless Fantasy Friday.
There's more too....
Have a great weekend everyone!
Linda. xox
... and I'm reminded of how I've been hankering to get some wallpaper somewhere in my house, even if it's just on a ceiling (oh yes, I WILL do that one day), and to paint some furniture in a bold colour. I've been eyeing off my dining chairs and a couple of bookcases for that adventure.
That last image, with its bold chairs and eye catching light fitting is pretty fearless too!
I found the pictures above over on House Of Turquoise. A feast for the eyes on this Fearless Fantasy Friday.
There's more too....
Have a great weekend everyone!
Linda. xox
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Design House Sale - June 30th
I went through the Design House today to get a sneak peek of what has been marked down for the sale on Saturday.There were some killer oversize furniture pieces and mirrors, a great mix of old and new accents, and great art. Most items are on sale, and Kim was still making additional mark downs today.
The Design House sale is June 30th, 10am to 5pm. The Design House is on the same property as The Old Lucketts Store ---- 42350 Lucketts Road in Leesburg, VA.
See you there...
Several pieces caught my eye and I made a mental guess on the price. This large scale mirror was on sale for less than half of what I thought it should be.
Several painted pieces are on sale. This piece has some really pretty carved details.
This huge television armoire caught my eye immediately. It's on sale, along with the cute black metal side table.
There are tons of mirrors to choose from. And guess what? I see a lot of sale tags in this picture!
The House is full of great deals and most of the larger items in the Design House are on sale.
Items that have been drastically reduced will have these sale tags on them {see below}. Please bring both the original tag and the sale price tags to the counter.
See you Saturday!
A few more pictures are posted on our Facebook page {here}.
heat wave.
It is 107 degrees in the mid-west today.
To hot to go outside. To hot to take a newborn to the pool.
So I am always looking for ways to keep my sanity entertain Elisabeth and Jude when were are stuck inside for the day.
This is one of their favorite ways to read books...
Simply pair the book up with a character...it can be a stuffed animal, an action figure, a doll ... what ever goes with the book. Then they take turns "reading" the book with each character.
This should give you at least 20 mins of peace fun :)
Plus it makes reading fun!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Beware of Checks if you accept them.....
Beware of Checks if you accept them.....
A story to make all of you merchants aware of the danger in accepting checks...
I am sharing with all of you today a story that is incredible to believe even for someone who is going through it as we speak.. A couple of weeks ago I started to receive checks for work orders coming in to my online webstore, www.aghomegoods.com... I received a total of 7 work orders totaling 12,781.00 into the store..
I was happy as hell that many WO's and to a single customer it was going to be a good month after all.. Well that was then .. Fast forward two weeks later and the story changes.. All WO came in under PPN Holdings Limited, no problem there but under the scenes my assistant was talking to someone claiming to be Joelle Salgado, an old friend of mine using all his information and that he had started a new company by the name of PPN Holdings, Limited - Still no real red flag there but to me it would have been - You see Joelle Salgado was deported to Mexico back in March.. Yrea he could have come back but still a case worth a red flag.. Well to make a long story short about a week ago I received a call from someone claiming to be from PPN Holdings wanting to know what this was.. By this I mean AG Home Goods and that they had placed no orders through this store and that they were in no way responsible for the payments already made, cleared, and used to purchase furniture already delivered to someone or Joel Salgado himself.. Who this mystery person is I have no idea! Is it the real Joel Salgado? I have no idea? Does he have furniture that is worth over 7,000 that is now a loss to this company? Yes he does.. and who looses out in the end myself of course for trusting that checks received, cleared and deposited by bank were legal and legitimate..
As the bank of PPN Holdings, Limited reversed all charges going through their bank so I was left with a bank account that was negative 7,200, reversed checks for fraud, and the attention focusing on me and my store.. All because my assistant innocently took these WO's over the phone, received the funds, I deposited them,. they cleared the account, and we purchased and delivered the goods, most of which we had in stock.
Although today we filed a police report, got some relief from the people at the station, we are still out the 7,200 dollars in furniture we have already purchased and shipped to this person who we have no idea who it is... and thank GOD the last two checks did not go through the account and the orders cancelled because that would have made it over 12,000 in purchases... we would now be looking at losses.. Its amazing.. when you look at it a check can be duplicated by anyone..
They sell the check paper at office depot, office max, and just about anywhere stationary is sold.. All people really need is your check, routing number, account number and a simple check copy has all the information they need to do anything they wish with your account.. I mean print as many as you want and simply use them to buy things.. By the time the other party reacts, God only knows how many things you have purchased.. and all those stores simply loose that money as the originating bank always gets their money back, as they report the fraudulent activity.. I wonder what happens to thew people who do this on purpose..
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| Anyone can order checks online to any account and there is no verification... | or print your own checks at home.. |
What is to stop a legitimate business from ordering a bunch of stuff using pay by check, having it delivered to a location other then their address, and then calling the bank and saying it was not them.. and to please reverse all charges.. HUH, one has to wonder..
I am writing about this to see if something similar has happened to anyone out there and if it has please send me the info as I would love to compare notes and maybe find who did this because now instead of having a good month I am having a horrible month.. I have losses totaling almost 8,000 and I don't even know how I am going to make that up.. Needless to say, Avant-Garde (AG Home Goods) is no longer accepting checks for orders unless you want us to hold the money for a period of three months and then send you your order. And actually we don't even want to do that,.. I do apologize for all of you who have paid by check and have sent in legitimate business checks to our checking account
AG Home Goods
Affordable Leather Executive Chairs You Can Rely On
In today's post we will cover a few quality new executive chairs from top Manufacturers. With the growing demand for this popular style of seating, it's important to know who offers the best solutions and value.
Our first chair is the BT-905-GG executive chair from Flash Furniture. This stylish office chair is priced right at only $113.99. It features a mesh high back design, tension control knob, spring tilt mechanism, and several other quality ergonomic features. For the price, this might just be the best value executive chair on the market.
Secondly, we have to highlight the new 22011 Verte chair by RFM. This revolutionary ergonomic chair is designed to provide the highest levels of comfort with style to match. The RFM Verte Chair supports up to 300 lbs. It features a head rest, brushed aluminum back, and comes standard in black leather. This chair really has set the tone for modern ergonomics. The 22011 chair is a bit pricey for the average consumer at $1355.99. However, if you want the most advanced and ergo friendly chair on the market, this is the one to go with!
Last but not least the Offices To Go 11633B Leather Executive Chair definitely deserves a mention. This super padded chair is available for only $212.99 and includes features not found on chairs at 5 times the price. The 11633B offers an attractive black Luxhide seating surface with mock leather trim and decorative white stitch for added style.
Hopefully you have found the executive chairs we've shared today as incredible as we do! As always, we hope to provide the most valuable information, product reviews, and savings alerts for all things office furniture and seating.
How Fabulous Are These Shelves Made From Vintage Luggage?
These are SO me!
I would so love some of these in my home.
I think they're majorly awesome!
Of course, you mightn't want to dismantle your favourite luggage and use them this way, but I think it's a brilliant idea.
On 'The Block' (TV show over here for those not in Aus), I also loved it when Sophie used old suitcases like these as drawers in her storage unit. She took off the lids and had the bottom slide in and out of the shelf via the handles.
It looked fab and had a lot to do with them winning the room challenge that week I think.
Linda. xox
I would so love some of these in my home.
I think they're majorly awesome!
Of course, you mightn't want to dismantle your favourite luggage and use them this way, but I think it's a brilliant idea.
On 'The Block' (TV show over here for those not in Aus), I also loved it when Sophie used old suitcases like these as drawers in her storage unit. She took off the lids and had the bottom slide in and out of the shelf via the handles.
It looked fab and had a lot to do with them winning the room challenge that week I think.
Linda. xox
How Fabulous Are These Shelves Made From Vintage Luggage?
These are SO me!
I would so love some of these in my home.
I think they're majorly awesome!
Of course, you mightn't want to dismantle your favourite luggage and use them this way, but I think it's a brilliant idea.
On 'The Block' (TV show over here for those not in Aus), I also loved it when Sophie used old suitcases like these as drawers in her storage unit. She took off the lids and had the bottom slide in and out of the shelf via the handles.
It looked fab and had a lot to do with them winning the room challenge that week I think.
Linda. xox
I would so love some of these in my home.
I think they're majorly awesome!
Of course, you mightn't want to dismantle your favourite luggage and use them this way, but I think it's a brilliant idea.
On 'The Block' (TV show over here for those not in Aus), I also loved it when Sophie used old suitcases like these as drawers in her storage unit. She took off the lids and had the bottom slide in and out of the shelf via the handles.
It looked fab and had a lot to do with them winning the room challenge that week I think.
Linda. xox
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
devotional wednesday.
Monday, June 25, 2012
We got to move it, move it.....one day Design House sale!
The August Design House is right around the corner and the girls are working extra hard to make it something that will knock your socks off. We have an awesome container coming in and need to make room, lot's of room! In order to do that we are having our first ever one day sale, a few things that will help you out:
- The Design House takes all forms of payment, expect for Discover card.
- We will be open from 10am-5pm on June 30th. The doors will not open any earlier.
- Please be prepared to take furniture with you. We will have guys to help load your vehicles all day.
- All sales are final.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Interior Decoration Remodeling A Year's Worth Of Time
Interior Decoration Remodeling A year later and I still don't feel much better about this. Although, today is the first time I've been able to listen to Man in the Mirror all the way through with out tears so, maybe there is some improvement.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
bacon salad sandwich
My favorite summer meal ... BLT's.
Jude calls them bacon salad sandwiches...which is fitting since they don't have lettuce.
I use fresh homegrown arugula...which has an amazing taste.
Fresh spinach works too, when arugula isn't in season.
Add a homegrown tomato and homemade bread and you are set!!
When home grown tomatoes aren't available use canned stewed tomatoes
The canned tomatoes are a fraction of the cost and add the juices just like a homegrown one would
you can find bacon salad sandwich recipe HERE
you can find the bread recipe HERE
Friday, June 22, 2012
Store to Abode Fridays #16 - Frenchy blue furniture
Today we're showcasing Frenchy blue furniture on Store to Abode Fridays.
These serene pieces are a great way to commit to a color, without going bright.
If you love to do-it-yourself, Marian has a few colors in her new milk paint line (available at the Lucketts Store in July) that lend themselves well to this look.
It's actually a picture of one of Marian's milk paint dressers that was my inspiration for this week.
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| How do I find something like this at Lucketts? I snapped this photo back in March and this piece is gone. But Jennifer, Amy, Suzanne, Marian, and Chad frequently hand paint pieces in similar finishes. Look for dealer codes JDH, MOMO & MSI on the first floor, and CHD on the second floor to get your Frenchy blue furniture fix. |
Here are a few other spaces that pay homage to the Frenchy blue/grey furniture pieces.
{1} Mix and match in the same color family. A beautiful rustic farmhouse table is perfectly paired with some darker blue chairs.
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{2} This curvy settee with a pop of blue looks like such a nice place to curl up and read a book.
{3) From the Pink Wallpaper blog ---- Check out the pairing of this antique chandelier with a striking blue armoire in the corner of this dining space - perfectly elegant and very French!
{4} Here's a closeup of some detail of a beautifully distressed French-style finish. This look was achieved with blue and grey chalk paint on a gold mirror. The Decorated House has the full tutorial for this project {here}.
{5} This Frenchy blue dresser goes well with a palette of similar muted tones. A calm and relaxing look for summer.
Shhhhh.....don't tell anyone but your favorite girlfriends...
On Saturday, June 30th, we are having a blowout sale at our Design House.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Thanks for joining us for Store to Abode Friday. If you want to see other products we typically sell in the store and how you can decorate with them, click on the picture below.
The Verde Executive Office Furniture Solution
Verde office furniture is ideal for both home and business use. The entire collection is available in two attractive finishes and features a variety of quality conference tables, reception desks, and executive desks.
It makes a positive professional statement when you outfit an office with the same line. Providing a cohesive look and feel really sets the tone for the type of business you work at or run. It's also very simple to achieve with lines like Verde. The contemporary style of this furniture collection make it a very crowd pleasing and popular choice amongst coworkers and staff. Verde is also very respected throughout the furniture community and is considered one of the more classy casegood collections.
In the long run there are dozens of executive furniture lines on the market to consider. Verde just happens to be one of our personal favorites. It's a line that commands industry respect and that you can truly rely on. The quality manufacturing and attention to details make Verde an excellent executive furniture solution.
Top 3 Mayline Furniture Collections
Mayline has long been an industry leading brand that provides quality and respected discount office furniture. That being said, we wanted to take the time to highlight some of the top furniture collections they offer.
The First collection is Aberdeen. This line of affordable laminate casegoods includes a variety of desks, tables, and cabinets for the home and business. Aberdeen furniture is available in a cherry, maple, or mocha finish. This popular collection has been Mayline's best seller for the past few years.
Our second choice is definitely Brighton. Another laminate casegoods line, Brighton furniture by Mayline is the most affordable line of professional business furniture on the market. Brighton includes a variety of contemporary conference tables, executive desks, and reception desks. This awesome furniture line gives users the ability to outfit an entire office with the same product and provide a look of class and professionalism on a budget.
Last but not least, the Napoli furniture series deserves mention! This line of modern veneer office furniture really stands out. Napoli typicals are incredibly popular for those looking for upscale executive furniture solutions. Napoli is another full service line that includes conference tables, desks, bookcases, and reception furniture. Available in three popular finishes, Napoli is always an excellent modular furniture solution.
Interior Decoration Remodeling Green Day 2!
Interior Decoration Remodeling Funny, I wasn't even feeling green until I saw this photo! I may also be feeling a little green with envy.
Our Very First Post!
The Office Furniture Deals Blog is now up and running! We are excited to share news and deals for all things related to furniture and seating. Here our visitors will find awesome coupons, product reviews, and much more. Additionally, this blog is directly connected to OfficeFurnitureDeals.com; a respected furniture dealer throughout the U.S. We look forward to networking with our readers and hope to make lasting relationships with them. Thanks for stopping by!
pinned it and did it.
I am always looking for fun ways to entertain tweedle dum and tweedle dee.
I saw this idea on Pinterest a while back and tried it with Elisabeth & Jude.
The prep time was super easy!
Just bowl of water with different weighted objects...so that not everything is sunk to the bottom.
freeze overnight and bam ... 35 mins of press bliss.
We used a bowl of warm water and spoons to pour over the ice in order to make it melt.
Elisabeth loved it...
Jude said it was hard to do and cold...but then asked to do it again.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Update on the "Whyte Estate"
A few things that excite me the most:
As soon as I spotted this cast iron sink, I knew it was going to be used for a mud room. It is currently part of an existing out building that will eventually be fixed up and used as my husbands work space. The sink though, it will become the focal point of the mud room that I have dreamt of having for many years. I want it to be a cottage type room that will be a place for the family to enter and throw their shoes, as well as double as a laundry room. My son Sam has been begging (and trust me he has taken it to a whole new level now that he knows we are moving) me for a dog for years. When the "Whyte Estate" is finished, we can finally make that happen. Even though the dog is yet to be, I can't help myself from envisioning giving the dog a bath in the sink. Hang your coat, drop your boots, clean your clothes, wash the dog....this mud room will truly be a one stop shop!
I like this image of the sink and side by side laundry unit. Something with less cabinets to make it more of a stopping place, I picture hooks and a bench.
I like this picture because it creates an image in my head of what the sink will look like when it is all cleaned up and in a finished space.
Next up.....this chimney stack that we found still has the original brick, you can see peeking out from under an inch of plaster. I can't wait to get the rest of that plaster off:
This was a terrific and unexpected find and even better news, it is part of the kitchen! This white washed loveliness is definitely staying.
I think this image really resembles what the brick will look like completely exposed and restored. I hope to mix it in with a light, bright and open kitchen.
And lastly......the fireplace that you have seen once before:
I have a relationship with this fireplace. It is pretty much the only thing in the home that looks like it is semi-finished. I walked into the house, saw this fireplace and said we are going to do this. I want this fireplace to remain exactly how it is and will decorate around it. I love the raw wood, black scarring and it's over all patina. I see a star bust mirror of some sort above it. Maybe a driftwood one like this:
Paired with a grey color similar to this:
But for now, I am overheated and need to go get a fountain soda!
-Amy
