My First Blogoversary and a Giveaway for Readers

I started blogging January 13, 2009.  I had no idea how rewarding it would be.  Blogging has brought me to a place where design junkies like me congregate every day and bring their views and ideas to the table.  It is a place to get inspired and get your creative batteries charged.  There are so many talented bloggers out there who spend so much time writing and researching for their blogs for no money, just the love of design.  I have a day job in the design world and sometimes that cuts into my blogging time, but I appreciate each and every person that comes and takes a moment out of their day to read what's on my mind.  To celebrate and show my appreciation, I am doing a little give-away to someone randomly chosen from all the commenters on this post.  Just drop me a comment and you are automatically entered to win a beautiful Low Country Luxe candle in the Charleston scent.  These candles are heavenly!   (Make sure  there is a way to contact you!  I will leave the post up until Tuesday the 19th. I will announce at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday.)

Thanks and here's to another year of blogging!

Friday Fun Things

It's Friday and I have to meet a painter and electrical contractor at a job site but I wanted to post a few fun things in the most sincere TGIF mood.

Here is a cute cartoon that sort of sums it up sometimes!

Also a couple of things I've found and carry at my shop.

These candles are absolutely awesome! The line is called Low Country Luxe. They are soy based and the scents are heavenly. They are: Savannah, High Cotton, Gullah, Charleston, Seagrass, and Spanish Moss. They made Oprah's holiday O-list.

This one is called New Orleans and is limited edition. A part of the proceeds benefits preservation in New Orleans.

The company is based in Savannah, Georgia and the line is very eco-friendly. The packaging alone is to die for.


Another thing I carry is the Jaima Brown line of wallcovering. I know, I know, wallpaper! But I never gave up on it as a tool in the box. A beautiful paper and coordinating or matching fabric can be a beautiful and classic look.







This pattern comes from her damask line. Fresh colors and bold motifs keep the look current and fresh.

Her coordinating fabrics are gorgeous.

Another view of one of the damasks.

Well, I'm off to work but I hope Friday is a good day for everybody!