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Simply Grand

August 30th, 2006

Simple is Grand

  • Kept the walls white and the rooms uncluttered
  • Save for a few strategically placed pieces of large, ornate furniture (add a splash of bright color to each)
  • Opt for a minimalist fabric; a simple shape; lace or a more complicated texture

It's as simple as that, for more great ideas like these, please visit, www.dominomag.com

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Home Buying Knowledge - Top 3 Q& A's

August 30th, 2006

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Where do I begin house shopping?

A: First, thoroughly evaluate the condition of the property: home improvements made by the current owners, whether the owners are anxious to sell quickly and whether the market is hot or cool, which affects a seller's desire to negotiate. Monica can help you with these and other assessments.

Q: How do I know ...

Bouquet Tips - L'ecole des fleurs

August 30th, 2006

USE STIFF-STEM FLOWERS

Like rose and peonies - they're easy to work with.

BESTOW "PERSONALITY"

By adding an apple or a lime on a stick

"SPIRAL" STEMS

To make a domed arrangement. Watch the how-to video on www.dominomag.com

TIE STEMS

Tightly a third of the way down with raffia or grosgrain ribbon.

PLACE BOUQUETS

In clear glass vases, an oblong shape is an elegant choice.

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Decorating Advice

August 30th, 2006

DECORATING DILEMMAS

Dilemma: Arrangment of small lamps and knickknacks on end tables, without having them looking sloppy. Create a display that's interesting but also useful

Solution: The key is to have one commanding object to ground each table. Try a decent-size lamp, at least 24 inches tall, and surround it with objects of varying scale. they should be of a similar st ...

Monica's Favorite Color of the Month

August 29th, 2006

TURQUOISE PAINT!!!

An amazing wall color!! Benjamin Moore makes an amazing gadget: You hold it up to any surface and press a button, and it tells you the paint number that most closely matches the color you've scanned. "Pocket Pallette" device $299 paint in Kokopelli Teal #648 benjaminmoore.com

Exaggerated Focal Points

August 29th, 2006

Embrace Prints: Classic pret-a-porter patterns like polka dots, enlarged florals and houndstooth take on new life in an interior.

Add Touched of Whimsy: To offset the cold functionality of a bathroom, put in a heart shaped Venetian mirror or a patch of baroque tile on a ceramic floor.

Cultivate Favorite Sources: For sofas visit www.artifort.com, for printed fabrics visit www.marimekko.co ...

Tips for Updating Your Own Furniture

August 29th, 2006

Re-upholster: You have inherited your grand-mother's prestine white silk sofa but cannot enjoy a glass of red wine on it without stressing, have it redone in a great chocolate linen.

Refinish: An old cabinet, green and gold in color, beautiful style but outdated. Laquer it in white to feel more current.

Replace Legs: Swapping ugly legs on a dresser, sofa or cabinet for new ones - pretty ...

** Important** LOST KITTY

August 20th, 2006

We need you! Our 11 week old kitten escaped from our house in Ironwood yesterday afternoon and we have not been able to find him. I don't have a picture to share with you, but his description is as follows:

Small Orange striped short hair tabby
11 to 12 weeks old
No collar
Named "Georgie" he knows his name

If you see him (in any condition) will you please, please call us.

Lori and Sha ...

Exclusive Bayview

August 14th, 2006

We have just uploaded a new exterior shot of this fantastic 5,000 sq.ft. rancher on 1 acre G.D. in exclusive Bayview area of executive residences. View the rest of the pictures and detailed information posted on our website under active listings.

REMAX Balloon Event

August 9th, 2006

Thanks to everyone who came out and shared in all the fun activities at The White Rock festival, please click on the link below to preview the slide show of pictures from our RE/MAX Balloon Ride.

http://img95.imageshack.us/slideshow/player.php?id=img95/3237/1155164575atx.smil

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