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Betty

A part-time interior decorator, Betty’s “passion and sheer joy” is finding “unusual and intriguing things” for her clients, as well as her own home, which she says amazes her friends. Her decorating style? “Very much in the arena of Alberto Pinto classics, with a combination of Moroccan, Italian, Parisian, British, and American…and an eclectic taste in furnishings and accessories.” A grandmother of three, she blogs from Maryland.



Recent posts by Betty:

Shadow Box Wall Art

I love Shadow Box Wall Art!! It’s so interesting and quite intriguing wall decor. I’m often fascinated to see what object is being highlighted in this shadow box design and how it has been artistically transformed into this piece of art.
Look at this beautiful ceramic horse that is mounted in this shadow box [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/28/08 at 11:51 am

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It’s About Accent Pillows

So, you’ve purchased your rug for your livingroom and you have found just the right picture or wall decor that you want in the room, that will compliment the rug. You’ve decided that you want to place this picture over the couch or a special place in the room, possibly on the tri-pod that [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/17/08 at 5:24 pm

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After The Storm

This is the first year in a very long time that we have not had to water our lawns and gardens. Remember, it’s still spring and there are more changes to come. But, for the last few years, we have not had enough rain and our entire area suffered with the shortage of water. [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/12/08 at 12:03 pm

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Mirrors Accessorize

Mirrors!  Lovely, exciting and dramatic mirrors make such a difference in the decoration of a home or any other place where they are needed and/or utilized as beautiful decor that serves it’s reflective purpose. However, the real excitement is in the fact that these decorative mirrors are essential in promoting beauty and accessorizing any area of their location.  On many occassions, the mirror [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/5/08 at 7:54 am

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Giving Your Dog The Good Life

So often when we decorate our homes, we tend to forget about the residence of our animals.  Did we do anything to make their resident area better or more attractive to meet the changes throughout the home? Did we redecorate the dog house or buy a new one?

Posted by:   Betty   5/29/08 at 3:46 pm

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Hotel Owner Renovates & Redecorates Dining Room

I shared with you the renovation and decoration of the Entertainment Room.  Now, I will share the changes that have been made in the renovation and decoration of the dining room.  The above picture is the dining room when it was in it’s state of renovation.  This project was a lot of fun. 

Posted by:   Betty   5/22/08 at 7:50 am

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Final Decision For The Right Wedding Gift

I have really appreciated your advice in regards to selecting the right wedding gift for this young couple who will be getting married in June.  I also indicated that I had a few other choices that I wanted to share with you.  So far, you have all agreed that the best wedding gift that you gave the [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/15/08 at 4:58 pm

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Deciding On The Right Wedding Gift

Wow!! I’ve got to get a wedding gift for a wedding that I will be attending in June.  I know that they have a wedding registry, but the bride- to- be and the groom asked that I not adhere to the registry and use my own discretion about what I should buy.  They are such a wonderful couple and [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/9/08 at 11:19 am

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Make Mother’s Day a Happy Day

Mother’s Day is the day that we all get to shower our mothers with attention.  We are suppose to be doing wonderful things for them anyway, but this represents a special day when we can do extra special things to show how much we love and appreciate them.  I miss my mother every day.  We were such good friends [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/2/08 at 8:15 pm

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Designing Hand Towel Holders with Sea Shells

I love hand towels in the bathrooms, in the powder room, in the kitchen and other rooms according to my needs and my family’s needs.  a lot of times when you have company, you want soft and lovely hand towels that accentuate the colors in that room.  Also, you want the containers to highlight the colors in the room [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/25/08 at 5:06 pm

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Salmon Is The Great Antioxidant On Your Grill

It is amazing how healthy salmon is for the largest segment of the population.  A recent study showed that more people are eatting Salmon then ever before.  Much of the attention given to Salmon might be due to the fact that many doctors have shared with patients that Salmon is “heart-healthy” and a wonderful antioxidant (It slows the aging process).  Most of [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/18/08 at 9:37 am

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Wall Decor For The Entrance Hallway

We all love wall decorations.  They make our houses come alive and transform them into homes.  When you add the wall art/decor, you can see a major difference in your environment.  Sometimes, we can determine the personality of the person by the art that they have selected.  Some persons rely on the choices of others to give their home that special touch [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/11/08 at 9:45 am

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Hotel Owner Gets “More” - He Renovates & Redecorates

Usually we associate “Less is More” with the hotel industry.  However, this is one hotel owner that has been living with the “Less is More” approach to life for quite some time.  He has concluded that he prefers to concentrate on the “More” and live with greater comfort.  Even though he owns two major hotels and is [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/5/08 at 4:35 pm

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Between The Glass Window Fashion

It is such a great feeling to have your windows and doors free of obstruction- no drapes to pull to the side, no curtains to open, no horizontal or vertical blinds that require work to open and keep clean. But, during the day and evening the windows are free of any kind of obstruction [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/30/08 at 4:06 pm

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Mixing the Very Old with the New

I have always had a great love for old pieces that could be integrated in the decoration of the home with newer furnishings and decor. What is most amazing is that some of these pieces that grace my home, could be registered as antique. They have very significant memories for me.

Posted by:   Betty   3/21/08 at 7:10 pm

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Spring Cleaning - The Magic Of WD-40!!!

WD-40 was created in 1953 by a chemical company as a rust preventive solvent. The primary purpose was to protect against rust and corrosion and provide water displacement to restore wet or flooded equipment, such as the engine, spark plugs and power tools. However, we have learned that there are at least 43 other uses [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/14/08 at 4:02 pm

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Design Your Own Flowerpot

A few years ago, someone introduced me to the “Flowerpot of Truth.” You’re probably asking yourself, “What is that?” Well, a group of us were asked to take these terracotta clay pots for a special “honesty project” and to go through the magazines, newspapers, books that were provided to us and [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/5/08 at 11:46 am

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The Glory and Glamour of Lanterns

Lanterns are now so exciting!  The styles are so versatile and glamorous.  At one time, the lanterns were used to provide lighting for the outside and merely used inside when there was no other means of light.  Now, the lanterns are so beautiful and vary in style, color and design to fit the interest, decor and/or needs that the owner hopes [...]

Posted by:   Betty   2/25/08 at 9:02 pm

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World Treasures For Your Home

There are so many beautiful and decorative pieces that are made around the world and they contribute so greatly to enhancing our homes and the places that we call our  residence.  I love shopping and I love finding unusual and decorative pieces that can become conversation pieces for the homes that I am privileged to decorate.  It’s amazing.  I get an adrenalin rush [...]

Posted by:   Betty   2/13/08 at 12:08 pm

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Valentine Gifts Made From Towels????

Have you considered making gifts that you could give to a love one, a friend, a family member or others from towels?  Would this even be on your agenda?  The best part about it is that the use of the towels could make a great gift.  To be in sync with your bathroom, you can make [...]

Posted by:   Betty   2/6/08 at 12:44 pm

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From Storage Box to Table

I saw this unusual box in my favorite store and I decided that I had to buy it.  I found the carvings on the box tremendous and they looked like ancient script and appeared as though they were scripted by hand.  I was drawn to this unusual box, because to me it has “character.”  It looked as though ancient history had been carved on it and it resonated beauty and [...]

Posted by:   Betty   1/22/08 at 9:37 am

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Treasures For The Home For 2008

We all seek those unique and wonderful pieces that will make our homes look and feel very special. The choices that we make will vary according to our interest and what we feel will be needed for a special room - for the inside or outside of the home.  I decided to share some beautiful and interesting pieces that can be treasures for any home, whether they are [...]

Posted by:   Betty   1/7/08 at 11:15 am

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Packing Up Christmas Decorations–Made Easy

You may have already taken down your Christmas decorations, but if not, here are a few easy storage pointers. Taking down and packing up Christmas decorations can be a chore, but if you have kept the packaging that many of your decorations were purchased in, it might make your job a little easier. [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/31/07 at 12:03 pm

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Personalized Labeled Table Wine - A Gift?

I was priviledged to have one of the most awesome experiences recently when I went to Alexandria, Virginia.  I was introduced to a company that makes table wines.  It was such a surreal experience, especially since I am a non-drinker.  You are able to mix your own specialty wine from a variety of wine-stock or settle for the variety that they [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/26/07 at 11:57 am

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Hanging Your Christmas Wreaths?

I like the idea of putting Christmas wreaths in places in the home as well as on the outside doors and windows.  I like for guests to come to my home and be greeted by Christmas wreaths as another means of celebration.  For me, one of my favorite places for hanging a Christmas wreath is on the back [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/17/07 at 10:52 am

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A Christmas Wreath+Snow=A Christmas Card

This is such a wonderful experience!  On December 4th the sun was shining so beautifully.  The temperature was approximately 37 degrees, but it was such a gorgeous day.  It was the best time to take a picture of the Christmas wreath on the front door.¼br> This is a wreath that I made three years ago, but [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/11/07 at 12:19 pm

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Summer Blossom to Christmas Frost

Very often we try to determine how we will use the table dressing/scape that we have in place when the Christmas holidays come to visit.  Finding storage space is becoming a problem.  I chose to take the red diagonally designed table runner, the two vases that hold the white roses and peonies, the Sparkle Gems that I was able to [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/5/07 at 10:11 pm

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Pre-Christmas Shopping Luncheon

Immediately after Thanksgiving, a few of my nieces in the area began our Christmas shopping experience.  It was my time to have lunch and share about crazy things that we didn’t have an opportunity to discuss at the  Thanksgiving dinner- family time.  Now, it’s about shopping, getting great bargains and determining the gifts and stores that we will [...]

Posted by:   Betty   12/1/07 at 10:23 pm

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An Unusual Gift - A Home Fragrance Lamp?

I was really struck by this Home Fragrance Lamp.  Most unusual and elegant.  It becomes a part of the decor of your home, but most of all, it provides an opportunity for you to have the best  fragrances to grace your home in such a masterful way, that you will be floored.  This makes a wonderful gift [...]

Posted by:   Betty   11/29/07 at 2:01 pm

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Exec. Bachelor Has High Drama Dinner Party

This executive bachelor seeks “Miss Right”and decides to have this “High Drama”  dinner party.  This party provides an opportunity for him to share with friends his interest in the pursuit of this special lady, while enjoying a delectible dinner.  This pre-Christmas dinner was a joy to plan and develop. My role was to collectively create the right atmosphere in this enchanting dining room, that would enhance the entrance into and around this gorgeous home.  The exec. spared [...]

Posted by:   Betty   11/26/07 at 9:11 am

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Expressed Christmas Gift- Wall Decor

My daughter is redecorating her home and has expressed her desire to  receive interesting wall decor for Christmas presents that would accentuate the greecian design in her home.  The gifts that I have purchased are wall decoration that reminds me of the remains from a greecian temple that are mounted on a beautiful board that simulates dark brown [...]

Posted by:   Betty   11/19/07 at 4:49 pm

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Get Your Christmas Wreaths Early!

I went shopping at my favorite store with one of my clients and her sister. We saw beautiful Christmas wreaths that would be perfect to grace any door. They both admitted that the wreaths that they had at home were in the “done stage”. They had put the same wreaths on their doors for a [...]

Posted by:   Betty   11/9/07 at 6:11 pm

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Pine Cones–Make Beautiful Decorations

So often we see pine cones on the ground around our homes and in the streets and never really think about their value.  However, when decorating for the holidays, consider making use of the pine cones and the natural richness that they bring.  I decided to include the pine cones with the other major decorative [...]

Posted by:   Betty   11/6/07 at 2:28 pm

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A Gift for Many Seasons and Reasons

October 31st -Halloween- is my sister’s birthday!  She has been saying for the entire year that she wanted to buy cookware like Martha Stewart.  I decided that I was going to give her cookware as a birthday gift.  However, I probably wouldn’t be able to afford what Martha Stewart uses in her kitchen. But I would give her a [...]

Posted by:   Betty   10/31/07 at 9:21 pm

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The Uniqueness and Beauty of Napkin Rings

This is the time of year when we will start our process of having friends and family grace our homes for dinners and celebrations.  It is such a wonderful time because the changing of the seasons, changes the way we began to function.  I look forward to having small dinner parties and laughing and talking with friends.  I [...]

Posted by:   Betty   10/23/07 at 10:53 am

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Are You Getting Ready For Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is always an exciting time of the year.  Great family dinner.  Beautiful and cozy environment.  Family members laughing and sharing jokes and old stories about earlier times.  Great fun is had by all as you share recipes and what foods are your favorites.  You even begin to share about some of your Christmas plans. 
You call family members to [...]

Posted by:   Betty   10/13/07 at 12:49 pm

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Renovating Your Kitchen Economically

When I began researching the renovation of the kitchen in my home, I found the cost constantly spiraling out of control.  I knew that everything didn’t have to be changed, but contractors were constantly showing me how I would be better off with all of the changes that they had suggested,  that I knew would result in my spending a fortune.  [...]

Posted by:   Betty   10/3/07 at 11:40 am

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Silver Spring, MD. Home–Welcomes Fall!

The home is definitely where the heart is!  The overall decor, the comfort level of the environment and the colors will often dictate what one feels when they enter a home.  At this time, we will merely share with you the dining room, living room and the library, of an exciting home in the Silver Spring, Maryland area.  
The Dining Room:

In [...]

Posted by:   Betty   9/25/07 at 4:54 pm

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Lovely Lighting Embracing Fall

These lovely 10″ candle-holder-lamps (beaded shades included) are two of the precious items that I found at our favorite store.  I got excited, because I realized that they could be used in any room to accommodate a change in the atmosphere.  The beads on the shade makes the lighting soft and warm and provides lovely illumination.  They are  an asset on the dining room table, on the kitchen table, in the living [...]

Posted by:   Betty   9/17/07 at 8:47 am

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Holiday and Seasonal Dinnerware

I got so excited when I went into HomeGoods two days ago and saw these wonderful displays of some of the most beautiful holiday and seasonal dinnerware to be found anywhere.  As fast as the pieces were put on display, they were being purchased by the excited shoppers.  Many were looking for additional pieces that the [...]

Posted by:   Betty   9/7/07 at 4:06 pm

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The Essence of Lighting

Whether we recognize it or not, lighting plays a significant role in the decorating of our homes.  Sometimes we want bright lighting, soft lighting, bold lighting, multiple lighting, etc.  We have to find the lighting that is most appropriate for the room, the decor, the style that we wish to put in place.  The lighting for [...]

Posted by:   Betty   8/29/07 at 11:50 am

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Table Dressing???

A lovely table is what we desire to bring life and beauty to a room.  On many occasions the central focus on the table is often a floral arrangement or some simplified/but lovely arrangement that highlights the colors in the room, or just the room itself.  In some situations the central focus on the table can be a piece [...]

Posted by:   Betty   8/8/07 at 12:18 pm

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The Beauty and Magic of the Sea & Sea Shells

It is amazing that we have this attraction to the sea, and the sea shells that often are swept ashore by the water waves.  We have a special love and appreciation during the summer; however, we enjoy the beauty throughout the year.
 In this remarkable display at HomeGoods, there are intricate designs and all kinds of decorative pieces that have been made with a variety of sea [...]

Posted by:   Betty   7/25/07 at 12:03 pm

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Left Over Wallpaper?

I like decorating with wallpaper and I will sometimes paper the top half of the walls in a room, two walls in a room, or one long wall in a large room.  Generally I will contrast the  subtle color in the wallpaper with a soft paint color that highlights.  If the the overall pattern is quite vivid, [...]

Posted by:   Betty   7/18/07 at 9:50 am

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Highlighting with the Asian Decor

Yes!  You’ve seen this 35″ x 40″ wall art before.  It is, indeed, treasured art decor that I was fortunate enough to purchase from HomeGoods more than one year ago.  Most recently, on a shopping adventure, I  saw this chest that I had to have.  Immediately, once the purchase was made,  I saw this beautiful Asian design galloping horse in HomeGoods and decided that [...]

Posted by:   Betty   7/12/07 at 10:01 am

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Additional Gorgeous Dinnerware

I went into HomeGoods today and I was blown away by this beautiful and exciting display of some of the most gorgeous dinnerware that one could find anywhere.  I couldn’t resist.  I had to share with you what I was privileged to see.  As soon as the manager of this section puts the dinnerware on display, [...]

Posted by:   Betty   7/3/07 at 2:28 pm

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Redecorating the Livingroom

Looking for the interior decorating style and design that is right for your home, for your family and the environment is not always easy.  Often, it is easier to help someone else decorate their home. You must decide what makes you happy. Learn what excites you.
For a few years, I tried to find the right design and color coordination for the livingroom.  The primary intent was [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/19/07 at 12:45 pm

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Party Fun

These are wonderful displays in HomeGoods that the display manager referred to as Party Fun.  The first is a wide variety of party essentials that could stir the hearts of children and adults.  One of the cutest of all items is the Cotton Candy maker.  A popcorn machine and an ice cream maker are not in the picture; but [...]

Posted by:   Betty   6/12/07 at 4:32 pm

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Precious and Beautiful Tableware

It is amazing to see the beautiful treasures of all kinds that come into HomeGoods on a daily basis.  The uniqueness and great quality of the tableware affords the customers to purchase not one set, but a few sets of unforgettable tableware for minimal cost.  Earlier, I intended to purchase dinnerware for a gift to [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/29/07 at 11:15 am

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The Beauty of the Armoire


In search of a cabinet for a client, I made my trip to HomeGoods today and saw this beautiful armoire.  I could not believe the intricate detail in the design and you could actually touch each stroke by the artistic brush on the flowers, the leaves and the full decoration.  The crown molding is absolutely gorgeous!  [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/24/07 at 9:13 pm

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Decorative Dogs in the Living Room


I saw these decorative dogs in my favorite store and just had to get them.  Rather then getting one of them, I chose to get two.  I knew that I wanted something different in front/sides of the fireplace, but I had not seen anything of interest until I saw these two lovely dogs in HomeGoods.  [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/21/07 at 11:45 am

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More Children Furniture


I was in HomeGoods today looking for a wedding gift.  In the mean time, I got so drawn to this lovely baby furniture that was in isle display.  It was so perfect for anyone who is seeking to furnish their baby/kids  room.  What I love so much about HomeGoods is that you can purchase wonderful [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/17/07 at 9:35 am

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Dividing and Defining With Stainglass


Stainglass is often used for artistic and beautification purposes. However, this time it is being used to divide space and define space while providing beautification. The open space like-balcony in the kitchen that overlooks the foyer and provides separation of front entrance and kitchen, is on the second level in this tri-level home. To define [...]

Posted by:   Betty   5/9/07 at 9:21 pm

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Exciting and Bold Dinnerware

It is amazing to see the wide range of Dinnerware that HomeGoods makes available to the customers that are so exciting, bold and refreshing.  Just recently when I visited the HomeGoods store in my area, I saw these beautiful displays.  These plates, cups and saucers, platters and other tableware quench the appetite for those seeking [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/28/07 at 8:22 am

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Organizing Can Be Exciting

Sometimes when we think about organizing our cupboards, our closets, our homes - overall,  it appears to be the beginning of a rigorous task.  However, with the right methods of organization in place, it can become fun and even exciting.  These beautiful boxes I found on the shelves in HomeGoods gave me a sense of excitement.  [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/23/07 at 4:18 pm

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The Cushioned Umbrella Stand

There is nothing like having rain from a wet umbrella dripping in or throughout the house.  That’s why this leather cushioned umbrella stand caught my eye when I was visiting HomeGoods one afternoon.  It was raining outside and I sougtht a way to shake the rain off of my umbrella.  I had a brass stand  that met you [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/21/07 at 11:55 am

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The Cymbidium Orchid in the Kitchen

(This was taken before the kitchen renovation)
The Cymbidium Orchid in the kitchen of my home sits on the floor and allows for the sun to capture it.  It’s 40 inches tall and in every way, it really looks like the real thing.  You have to touch it to determine that it is not.  In the pot that it sits [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/20/07 at 7:12 am

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A Child’s Haven

This gorgeous piece of furniture, all wood, is at a great price of $199.00.  I couldn’t believe it.   

There is nothing more beautiful then a a baby-a child and to have this child embraced by a room, decorated to denote love, comfort, beauty, and joy.  In looking for the right furnishings, beautiful and appropriate decorations, the parents have a [...]

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Beautiful Glassware


I love beautiful glassware. I don’t believe in spending enormous sums to get the glassware that I want. I can usually find what I want for a reasonable price. I generally buy 6 to 8 glasses. When planning for company, I like to feel that I have a good selection that will compliment the table. [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/17/07 at 11:31 am

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Kitchen Adornment

This great and beautiful design of blue and white that adorns the kitchen of the home of my niece always resonates with me.  I love her style and how she puts simple and lovely accessorizing pieces  together to highlight a room.  These blue and white plates and vases accross the top of her off-white-pale pinkish  cabinets,  highlight the room of white.  Have [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/9/07 at 7:19 am

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The Essence of White

Visiting my nieces beautiful home is always a pleasure.  She decorates with the beauty of white better than anyone that I know.  You always feel comfortable when you enter because every aspect is done with love and joy.  The two chairs in her living room are from our favorite store, HomeGoods.  Many of the decorations are from HomeGoods.  The [...]

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Three Tier Plant Holder to Table

I love the tall table and chairs tht have the cafe look.  This is often referred to as the bar table and chairs.  I wanted it to go in a special corner of the family room.  I decided after looking extensively that I should explore making what I so desired.  I found the three tier [...]

Posted by:   Betty   4/5/07 at 10:41 am

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The Right Bed Covering = Joy

Looking for the right bedcovering can be a science.  What color would be right?  what price do you want to pay?  What can you afford to pay?  Where do you go to find what you are looking for? I tend to identify what I can’t afford as my choice and end up with second or [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 4:45 am

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Wall Decor Embraced With Flowers

I love flowers.  They assist in making a house look and feel like a home.  I enjoy fresh flowers and also silk flowers that look like the real thing.  I also love angels because they are lovely and they enhance the spirtual side of me.  When strolling through HomeGoods one day, I saw the these [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 4:24 am

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Family Room Royal Rug

It is amazing how one item can be the pivotal point for decorating a room.  I didn’t know for years what to do with my family room. However, when I went to favorite store, I saw this rug. I knew that I had to purchase it.  I had a budget and I had to stick to [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/31/07 at 3:22 pm

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Kitchen Wall Decor

The kitchen in my home tends to be the major meeting room and then we dispense to the living room or the family room.  This wall decor is one of the simple ways to decorate the kitchen and add a little pizzazz while hoping to increase the relaxation of those who congregate.  It is a simple decorating style [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 2:39 pm

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Outside Spring Entertainment

A male friend and I were looking for a cooking arrangement for his outside entertainment.  He had found what he thought was a wonderful buy at a store that specializes in great pieces for outside entertainment.  It was great looking, but I had noticed one very similar at HomeGoods.  I suggested that we stop there before making [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/30/07 at 8:42 am

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Spring Entertainment

I have been looking for a gift for my daughter that she would love.  She and her husband really enjoy having dinner parties and she enjoys sharing her favorite recipes with their friends.  All of a sudden, when going into my favorite store, I saw this awesome display of dinnerware - a beautiful assembly that would excite anyone and have you [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/27/07 at 3:26 pm

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Wall Decor Complimenting Wallpaper

I was shopping in HomeGoods with a relative when I found this picture.  She identified it as matching something in my home.  She didn’t realize that it matched the wallpaper  in my bedroom on two walls.  When I looked at it, I agreed, and I realized that I could put it on one of the walls [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/19/07 at 1:10 pm

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Mt. Pinatubo Volcanic Art

Going into HomeGoods for my “Sight Rejuvenation,”  I found this beautiful piece of art that happened to be a wonderful piece of history. I learned that it was the result of a volcanic erruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1991.  It was indicated that it was the biggest erruption in 500 years and that the winds dispersed [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 10:38 am

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The Joy of a China Cabinet

For many years, the dining room China Cabinet/Hutch was relegated to fine china dishes for display and special use.  I love the idea of using it for the interesting finds that I have found in HomeGoods and other stores that might have intriguing items.  Many of these accessory items are from HomeGoods.  The one in the far right corner [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 9:54 am

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A Spring Brunch

Having lunch/brunch with friends and family is always exciting!  It’s spring and I want to celebrate the wonderful entrance.  When coming from a meeting, I went to HomeGoods.  I wanted to see their new and exciting additions.  The first thing that I saw when I enter the store were the beautiful yellow plates, cups and [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/18/07 at 8:08 am

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Greenery In The Kitchen

HomeGoods has a lot of great selection of green artificial plants that look real and compliment the home.  This plant was one of my special purchases from HomeGoods that graces my kitchen.  It adds color and excitement.  when I take the plant away, I can see a drastic difference. You’ll see even more unusual an lovely [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/16/07 at 6:54 pm

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A Flower Pot For the Inside and Outside

This lovely pot was another HomeGoods find.  I wanted something for the patio for the spring and summer and to be able to take it inside when it begins to get cold.  I fell in love with it and decided that I didn’t want to leave it in the store. I love the design and one of the best things about [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 6:34 pm

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Using Space At The Top Stair Level

There was a lot of space at the top of the stairs.  There was a mirror, but a kind of emptiness.  There was a need for something else to give that space life.  The decision was to give it the multi-level appeal.  At HomeGoods, I found the tall and beautiful vase, the two smaller vases [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 11:39 am

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Classy Wall Decor for Office or Home

This wall decor was the first thing that I saw when I visited the HomeGoods Wall Decoration section recently.  I needed a great and exciting picture for an office.  I had been looking for months and found nothing.  At last, when I laid my eyes on this wooden beauty, with what appeared to be an archeological [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 11:11 am

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Antique-Looking Wall Decoration

This is wall decoration that can be on the inside or outside of your home.  Not really planning to buy, but just look to see what was new and different, in my special store,HomeGoods to just get a lift for the day and scan the aisles.  When I came across this antique-looking wall decor I knew [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 10:41 am

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Dull Bathroom - Decorate

Having guests in your home makes you reevaluate the entire house.  Cost prohibited the  guest bath from being renovated, but it doesn’t have to look dull.  I went to the store where I’m never disappointed and where I can always find answers to my home problems - HomeGoods.  I found this burnt, dark red and tan striped shower curtain, matching accessories in the in [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 9:33 am

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The Antique Looking Oxidized Pot

I was going to have company and I wanted an interesting looking container for my floral arrangement that would rest below my favorite print.  I went to HomeGoods and I saw it immediately in the section with pots of silk flowers.  It was different and just what I wanted.  It looked like an iron pot left in [...]

Posted by:   Betty   3/15/07 at 8:55 pm

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Are Those Flowers Real?

I found this lovely potted Amaryllis flower in HomeGoods. I had to feel the petals, the budding flowers and the roots again and again,  because they looked so real. I knew that everyone who saw them would feel the same way.  I had to buy it,  because these are the flowers that will look great all year long.  I was [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 8:11 pm

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Angel Wall Decorations

I love angels and I HomeGoods always has a wide selection.  When I went into the wall decor section, I found these lovely white wall carvings that were really beautiful. Would you believe, the price was so inexpensive, I wondered if they made a mistake.  I purchased them immediately and made the floral swags to acccentuate them.  Do you purchase [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 7:26 pm

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The Comfort of the Bedroom

My bedroom is where I find my comfort level. Walking with a friend through HomeGoods, I knew that I wanted to purchase something that would give me that continued sense of comfort. Without much deliberation, I saw this wonderful floor lamp with beautiful carvings - painted red and green, with a dark red [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 7:11 pm

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Galloping Horses

There is nothing more beautiful then seeing galloping horses in any arena.  What about seeing beautifully sculptured horses made of pewter and mounted on slabs of dark wood?  How exciting!   Trust me.  If you like horses and you like art, you will truly appreciate this work of art.

Posted by:   Betty   3/9/07 at 11:38 pm

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An Unusual Floral Wall Hanging

This unusual floral wall hanging was the first thing that I saw when I visited the HomeGoods store. Slowly walking through the aisles, I knew that this was a treasure to behold.  We have all found those treasures when we least expect to.  But, it is the answer that we have been looking for.

Posted by:   Betty   at 11:17 pm

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A Beautiful Entrance

I love beautiful and exciting entrances when I enter homes.  I love the feel of warmth, excitement and intrigue. In seeking the appropriate entrance wall decoration, I went to HomeGoods, where I knew that I would get a wide variety of beautiful wall accessories. Before going to that specialized section in the store, I had to browse [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 10:50 pm

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Finding A Unique Mirror

Looking for this special mirror and finding it in my favorite store, HomeGoods, was most exciting.  Trimmed in a unique and antique copper-like framing, with a gorgeous center design, makes one stop and recheck the price to determine if there  is a mistake, because the cost is so inexpensive and the uniqueness and quality accentuate the beauty.  The center design reminds [...]

Posted by:   Betty   at 2:41 pm

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Beautify Your Bath Without Renovation

It is so amazing to see what you can do to a plain bathroom that has been somewhat stade for a very long time. No money available for renovation and limited funds, but you want it to look great and exciting like something that you have seen in one of the home decorating magazines. What [...]

Posted by:   Betty   2/16/07 at 4:33 pm

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