French Country feels so comfy
Back to the C’est La Vie Shop in Ballston Spa, I saw some new items, including lovely toile and linen fabrics, napkins and pillows. The shop also sells fabric by the yard so you can make your own...
View ArticleLight the candles
No one does candles like Pottery Barn. They have the most beautiful displays. There’s no scrimping here, with lavish pillars grouped together to make a significant statement. Arranging different...
View ArticleOn the trail to Adirondack Trails
In the quaint town of Bolton Landing, there are several boutiques, including one of my favorites, the Adirondack Trails Store. Walk up the welcoming porch and into a store that has home decor items...
View ArticleFall is still falling
I can’t seem to get enough of all of the pumpkins out there this season! Over at the Candles ‘n’ More store in Colonie Center, I found these metallic pumpkins suitable for Halloween decorating with...
View ArticleBoo it’s spooky and sophisticated
How does one make Halloween decorating sophisticated? Quite a challenge when there are so many schlocky and garish decor items out there. But at Pottery Barn, their tongue-in-cheek nod to classic...
View ArticleHoliday Open House at Experience and Creative Design
It’s getting to be that time of year again! Yes, holiday decorating. I know, I know, Halloween isn’t even over and we’re talking about Christmas. But there’s an event you should attend if you are...
View ArticleTurkey Day approaches!
…and I’m at my wit’s end. No, really, I went to Wit’s End Giftique (they even made up their own word!) in Clifton Park and was dazzled by the plethora of holiday decor (more to come on that closer to...
View ArticleWarm up your decor with candle accents
At Kirkland’s Home Decor in Crossgates Mall, you can always find a beautiful accent for decorating. I love these groupings of three varying height candle holders in warm amber tones with chocolate...
View ArticleHappy Hanukkah
Hanukkah begins at sunset on Saturday, December 8 this year and ends at nightfall on Monday, December 17, when three stars are in the sky. It is the eight day festival of light that begins on the eve...
View ArticleSilvering for sparkle and elegance
I love the antiqued silver finish that Pottery Barn is using for this year’s holiday motif. Resembling antique mercury glass, these pieces will add a touch of sparkle to your decor. On vases, candle...
View ArticlePeriod colonial style lighting
If you are looking for an authentic early American or colonial style for your dining or breakfast area, Kugler’s Red Barn has a wealth of candle stick style chandeliers. With a great variety of wood...
View ArticleSpring Open House at Experience
Experience and Creative Design is having its Spring Open House on Saturday March 16th from 10am to 7pm and Sunday March 17th from 11am to 4pm at 510 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12305. Owners Rudy...
View ArticleSpring colors to light up your world
At Candles ‘N’ More in Colonie Center, there are some great new light spring colors to lighten up your decor. I love these colorful glass bottles turned into candle holders: How about a small wreath to...
View ArticleFall themes part 2
And back at Homegoods, it’s easy to add some fall color with autumn wreaths, bright pumpkin and gourd inspired accent pieces and faux dried florals. I love the pine cone themed candle holders too!
View ArticleFun decorating for Halloween
Sometimes you just have to go a little overboard (I won’t say tacky) but have some fun for holiday decor! I found some fun Halloween items with black cat, witch, pumpkin, spider and skeleton motifs at...
View ArticleCandles add warmth for fall decorating
There’s no better way to add some warmth and cozy atmosphere to our homes than with candles. And fall is a perfect time to rotate out those burned down ones and add some among your accessories, your...
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