When you are under a renovation, there are a plethora of decisions to be made! You don’t have the time or energy to do the shopping between resources. Here are my three great finds and resources that I would love to share with you: Plumbing: FW Webb in Dover, NH (Melanie is amazing) they will… Continue reading 3 Great Local Resources & Hints
Author: Amy Dutton
How to Shop for Appliances
As we set out for shopping and cooking for, take another look at your appliances. Do they need some upgrading? Or are you in the process of renovating your kitchen? Here is some inside advise on the process: As you lay out your kitchen go appliance shopping before you commit to your cabinet selection. When… Continue reading How to Shop for Appliances
Is it Granite or Soapstone?
Are you looking for the perfect countertop solution? This is the journey that my client and I went on with her countertop… My client was looking for a granite that was soft in color but rich in dimension, had a nice “hand” and low maintenance. After much research and searching we determined that Costa Smerelda was… Continue reading Is it Granite or Soapstone?
How to Create a Vignette
I am often asked how to create a room that is warm, inviting, beautiful and feels like home. Actually, it is very simple, I suggest using Four Elements in the vignettes that you create throughout your home. Historically, it’s important to understand the structure of a tree. The roots absorb water and minerals necessary for growth… Continue reading How to Create a Vignette
Easy & Inexpensive Holiday Decorations
Are you looking for some fast and inexpensive ways to finish up your holiday decorating? We have a few ideas: Greens: Either head out to the yard or to the green house to get some greens to play with. Adding simple green cuttings to clear class or a simple bowl is a great way to… Continue reading Easy & Inexpensive Holiday Decorations
How to Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays
Before your guest arrive for the holidays, I bet you have a few things to do. How about a checklist to help you out: Outside: Check to make sure that the outide is welcoming, cleaned up from the fall and ideally has a string of lights or two. Remember that hanging lights is a time… Continue reading How to Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays
Birches in a Winter Wonderland
Why not create your own artistic winter scene as an accent to any space, especially a powder room? If you use removable wallpaper, you can change themes within seasons. I suggest considering scale when thinking about wallpaper so that it reads the way that you desire. With this birch pattern, we can get this… Continue reading Birches in a Winter Wonderland
How to Create an Organic Holiday Table
Last Saturday we held an event called “How to Create an Organic Holiday Table”, what an inspiration! After a trip to the Boston Floral Exchange, we created an opportunity for the greens to sing. Showing how a wine glass can be used in several different ways beyond filled with wine is just one or many… Continue reading How to Create an Organic Holiday Table
Add Some Light to the Situation
Candles can set the mood! Dim the lights, light a candle and the mood changes to more relaxed and organic. Amazingly scented candles can add even more delightful experience. We offer several different kind of candles that make wonderful gifts and important to your holiday celebrations. Some will result in a bowl or a glass and… Continue reading Add Some Light to the Situation
How to Create Color Concepts
Pulling together color concepts is fun, challenging and time consuming. But, where to begin, where to begin? Well, choose ONE thing that you absolutely love and work around that until all the pieces pull together beautifully. Remember, you need to be flexible and be willing to change direction here and there. With the “Beachy Cottage”… Continue reading How to Create Color Concepts