Fearless Fantasy Friday - Watercolour Wallpaper...

I've been finding some wonderful pics of wallpaper to add to my Pinterest collection, and this is my new favourite!

It comes from Black Crow Studios (watch out for the loud music if you click on the link), and features a design based on watercolour paints.

From Head Over Heels via Black Crow Studios

Isn't it glorious?

It would certainly turn heads in any house I think.

Happy Friday everyone, I hope you all have a super weekend.

Now, go forth and decorate!

Linda. xox

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Stylish Kids Room Designs

Stylish Kids Room Designs

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Happy herbs

 Decorating with herbs...

For herbs you won't be needing a large garden.
They grow happily in small places like, patio, porch or windowsill.
Old enamel bucket, plastic coated basket or tin can will work as a great planter.
You can create your own sings with wooden sticks and splash of chalkboard pain.
Display herbs on windowsill to enliven the room.

                                                 

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News Update Avant-Garde Blog Postings

Avant-Garde Blog Updates...

As a change in my normal pattern I have a total of four blogs and they pretty much report on the same issues and news about the modern contemporary design style on a daily basis. As a change I am going to assign each blog a section of the modern contemporary style in design. Please see below for exact subject matter per blog starting with today's postings... 

This will make it much easier for all of you, the readers and you can pick and choose your favorite subject matter or simply read all of themn for a complete informative daily update of Everything modern & contemporary

http://aghomegoods.blogspot.com - Modern Furniture

http://aghomegoods2.blogspot.com - Modern Home designs and Architecture

http://aghomegoods.typepad.com - Modern room suites and flooring

http://blog.aghomegoods.com/?ci=23323 - Modern home decor, outdoor patio, fireplaces, lighting, etc

 Hope all of you enjoy..

 AG Home Goods  

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Create Conservatory Blinds

We have a guest post today from Dane Cross currently undergoing research and development for the company Vertical Blinds Direct.

Conservatory blinds come in all shapes and sizes and the challenge is deciding what is best for you and who should create and install them for you. Unless you are a professional installer yourself, you will not want to try this on your own.

Create a diagram of your conservatory and measure as best as you can for the areas you can get to. If you have the building plans, you can transfer measurements to your diagram. Your next step is to visit a home improvement decor centre and look through all the books they have for different types of blinds you can get for your conservatory.

This is really more a research project at this point and if you have your measurements with you, ask to get some basic pricing on what it would take to order and install. Your home improvement consultant can, at the least, provide by-the-window pricing and estimate any odd shaped windows you have, based on a vendor you've chosen.

Base your choice on how a product looks in the vendors' picture books and also the longevity of the product, any warranties provided, and your potential usage of opening and shutting the blinds over a period of time. Consider remote control aspects as well for areas not easy to reach.

If you are looking for a colour scheme to go in your conservatory, look at cellular blinds; preferably double-cell with solar backing that is lightweight but one that will still protect your furniture and rugs from sun glare. You can choose from many different colours in this style as well as many options, such as pull up/vertical blinds which will allow you to customise the value of your lighting.

Look at woven and bamboo styles for a less formal look. Check if there are any new man-made materials on the market, made especially to handle sun wear. 
~Dane Cross 


A side note, the Conservatory got its start in the "...16th century when wealthy landowners sought to cultivate citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges that began to appear on their dinner tables brought by traders from warmer regions of the Mediterranean."  From Conservatory came the development of green houses.  In America, our conservatories tend to be called sun rooms.  My father has a sun room off the living room in his Irvington home.

"The widespread construction of UK conservatories came to a halt with the onset of World War II. While the advent of insulated glass in the 1950s and 1960s saw the development of simple sunroom structures, it was not until the 1970s that creative architects and builders began to recreate the Victorian styling of 19th century English conservatories in smaller domestic versions using insulated glass."

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Rustic Bedroom Furniture by Montana Woodworks to Charm Your New Home

If you spend more time in the great outdoors then inside, if you've always wanted or do own a log cabin, if you're completely in love with rustic charm... then you will love Montana Woodsworks' collection of craftsman inspired rustic and log furniture.

Wholesale Furniture Brokers has a collection of rustic bedroom furniture that brings the look and feel of the outdoors inside. But nothing creates that affect more then the Glacier Country rustic log bed. Full of character and charm, this bed will make you feel like you're sleeping in a lakeside cabin every night, if you aren't already.

Glacier Country Character Rustic Log Bed by Montana Woodworks

If that's a little too rustic for your tastes, your might find the Urban Reflections collection a bit more suitable and charming. Available lacquered or unfinished, this panel bed brings your bedroom back to a simpler time.

Urban Reflections Unfinished Panel Bed by Montana Woodworks

Whether your tastes lie in the old world or new world, GoWFB.com will still offer you free shipping on every purchase of bedroom furniture.

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Pick Up Planter

Jason Phillips has just wowed me with this accessory that looks inviting and repelling depending on your viewing angle:

Pick Up Planter measures dia20x16"h and is made from artist-grade resin.  Finished in a glossy black lacquer with orange dowels.  Other finishes can be custom ordered.  Will be produced and distributed by award-winning US-based company Phillips Collection.  Pricing and availability available upon request.  

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