If your family is anything like mine was growing up, your kitchen table is the where it all happens! We spent a lot of time around that table... whether it was just our family or a gathering of friends for a meal or get together, the kitchen table was where we always gathered. Growing up, [...]
Recently, I had the amazing opportunity to be in the Toronto area for work. My return flight allowed a full day to fill before my departure... so I took it upon myself to reconnect with a best friend from high school, who now lives in the area. I was excited to reconnect after so many [...]
Customers regularly stroll through my store dreaming of the day they can put new furniture into their home. This is not unlike many of us, and there are lots of things that keep us dreaming and not taking the plunge... often, it is budget. BUT... when someone tells me they are waiting for Barney to [...]
"Custom;" what does that really mean? Well, we all kind of know what it means, but is it really crystal clear? Do we really grasp the reason it's better? The first thing most people think when they hear "custom" is that it's expensive, and that is such a misconception! It does not always cost more [...]
Well, I am back from another World Market and I am excited to catch you all up on the furniture and decor market trends of 2019! Besides color, which I will get to in a bit, one of the most obvious trends that the big players in the industry were showing in Vegas was a [...]
Pennies and / or brick provide great texture and interest to the space. The kitchen is the hub of the home and since we have been on the topic of kitchens lately, I thought I would stick with that and chat a little bit about kitchen backsplashes. It's 5 o'clock somewhere! There is no better [...]
Well we are just fresh off the holiday season, and we have done lots of visiting, travelling, reminiscing, and gathering in the last few weeks. During this holiday season I am sure you, as everyone does, ate way too much. There is always lots of new experimental dishes to try and the good old traditional [...]
I love the holiday season... 'tis the season of peace and joy, merriment, fellowship, and magical anticipation, right? It should be, but as we all hustle and bustle around I hear the same word being used... "BUSY", and the word carries a general mood of exasperation. We have to realize this "busy" thing is a [...]
Can old and new, look great in your new home or renovation project? You bet they can! I love mixing old sentimental pieces or just new to you re-purposed antiques into a new look! By doing this you give the pieces a chance to stand out and be a showstopper in your home. You also [...]
Ahh, the mirror... one of my secret weapons in home decor! The obvious use for the mirror is to check your look as you are passing by the bathroom, but its function goes far beyond that. From multiplying your natural light to bringing in decorative influences, drama and life to your room, mirrors have so [...]
