Monthly Archives: April 2012

Another Decorative Idea for Wainscoting: Raised Stenciling Over Stried Texture

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Linda

Hi Everyone… I just wanted to do a quick blog post while I’m away in CA.  I have to go back to this home to take better photos…but I thought I’d share another idea for panels in wainscoting. A friend … Continue reading →

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My New Little Masterpiece

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Linda

Hi everyone…As some of you know, I am out in California visiting my new little granddaughter, Peyton – who is the most precious little bundle of joy.  I thought I’d post a picture of her that was done professionally.  She’s … Continue reading →

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Creating an Elegant Powder Room

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Linda

A friend, and now a client, wanted a beautiful powder room.  She hated the dark color that was on the wall (originally a maroon hue).  She also disliked the glass shower door in the room and so when I asked … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday William Shakespeare!

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Linda

Happy Birthday, William Shakespeare.  I was an English major – way back when – and I have always celebrated The Bard’s birthday in one way or another.  Today – he gets a blog post! One of favorite English professors, Dr. … Continue reading →

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Gold Leafing and Antiquing a Fireplace Mantle

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Linda

When I finally convinced my husband that we needed a kitchen renovation, I figured that if I got him that far…let me see if I can also get another room added on – a great room, off the kitchen.  Amazingly … Continue reading →

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Weekly Faux Finishing Column Idea: What do you Think?

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Linda

I am distraught today because I don’t have my laptop – it’s in the shop getting a little overhaul (and I hope it’s “little”!!). So I thought I would try something different for a blog post and see what kind of … Continue reading →

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Creating an Old World Range Hood

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Linda
Tuscan range hood done with glazed plaster

When we finally redid our kitchen a few years ago, I was beyond happy with it.  No longer was I embarrassed having people over for dinner because I had new cabinetry, granite counter tops, new flooring…in short – my kitchen … Continue reading →

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The Fifth Wall: The Importance of Decorating Your Ceiling

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Linda
Modello design on ceiling with metallic plaster

While I am awaiting the news of my new granddaughter’s birth (it should happen within a few hours…I can’t wait!!), I thought I’d share a project that I did in my home recently…my dining room moldings and some metallic plaster … Continue reading →

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My Baby is Having a Baby Today!

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Linda

When we got the phone call yesterday morning that my youngest daughter, Jessica, was en route to the hospital because her contractions were 5 minutes apart…I was so excited that I couldn’t really concentrate on anything very well.  I was … Continue reading →

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Our Easter Tablescape

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Linda

Well…by the time I got home and finished setting the table, the sun decided to change to clouds!  But I wanted to post some pictures tonight.  Hopefully there will be good sunlight tomorrow, so I post more pictures. I just … Continue reading →

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