stairway to heaven. | sfgirlbybay Posted by victoria //// 69 Comments i love everything about this beautiful home i saw on mixr. can you imagine having a lovely staircase like this, and then having it take you along its winding steps to all of this? this 1970′s townhouse renovated by Swedish interior designer Marie Olsson Nylander, is pretty much a decor dream come true for me. i love all the white, and rustic woods with dashes of bright colors and eclectic, vintage-inspired home furnishings. yep, this is my stairway to heaven. DIY Market Bag With Earth Day just around the corner, we’re turning to artist and environmentalist Chris Jordan for inspiration. In this large-zoom photograph he has captured 1.14 million brown paper supermarket bags, the number used in the US every hour. And did you know that 2.7 billion plastic bags are used every day worldwide? Lay the t-shirt on a flat surface. Snip 8 evenly spaced slits along the bottom hem of the t-shirt. Attach a safety pin to the end of one of the strings. You can trim the strings but we like leaving the fringe as is. Aren’t you excited to BYOB (bring your own bag)? Make one for a friend. (top image from here, rest of images by Honestly…WTF; thanks to Leethal & Lynn for the inspiration!)
Gorgeous Inward Facing Home in Mexico City [30 pics] Photograph by Pim Schalkwijk Finding a little peace and privacy in the largest metropolitan area in the Western Hemisphere can be challenging. A typical house design faces outward, with the front of your home facing the street and your backyard… well it’s in the back :) The architects at twentyfourseven addressed this challenge by designing a home that is L-shaped, leaving a gorgeous plot of exterior space within the confines of the property. Architects: twentyfourseven – Armando Oliver Suinaga Location: Mexico City, Mexico Project Area: 817 square meters (8,794 square feet) Construction: 2007 – 2010 Photography: Pim Schalkwijk First spotted on: ArchDaily If you enjoyed this post, the Sifter highly recommends: The Stunning Static House in Jakarta, Indonesia [30 pics]
10 Ways to Make Your Relationship Magically Romantic Creating magical moments in your relationship is something everyone thinks about, but few people do. Perhaps it's because they actually can't think of exactly what to do. Here are ten "acts of love" that you can do with and for your partner to bring a little more romance into your relationship. 1. Make your morning time special by bringing your partner a cup of coffee while he or she is still in bed. If you're willing and able you can also serve them breakfast in bed. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Don't try to do everything on this list in the same weekend, one a month is plenty. Taking the time to create romance in your relationship is paramount to creating a fulfilling love life. Dr.
Old Garage turned Mini Dream Home! | Hello there! It’s been a busy week with a trip to Seattle for the Picasso exhibition and a drive out to the coast but I knew I had to share this amazing remodel with you before the week came to a close. Everyone loves good makeovers and the ones involving tiny spaces, creative design and ingenious solutions are my all time favorites! Check out how Seattle artist, designer and welder, Michelle de la Vega, created this beautiful little 250 sq. ft. haven… The before… This lonely little detached garage is just begging for some love. The after! A cozy, light filled sleeping loft is so perfect for the space. The kitchen is well organized and accessible with open storage solutions. The rustic wood burning stove becomes sculptural in this room along with Michelle’s own art installations. The glass boxes housing pillow forms are actually a tribute to Michelle’s father. You know I am a big fan of great bathroom design and this one delivers. How many of us have garages that only house our junk!?
Insecurities in a Relationship Insecurities can lead to a lot of problems in a relationship and sometimes, a person becomes so occupied by them, that the negativity is taken to a whole new level. Both the partners have to understand that insecurities are born in a relationship and that they don't exist from before. The relationship has to be nurtured in such a way that there is no space for doubts and questions. You won't even understand how insecurities can ruin a relationship in no time. Trust Trust is a very important aspect in every relationship. Jealousy One of the leading causes of insecurity is jealousy. Spontaneity Spontaneity is very vital in a relationship, as the lack of this will eventually show your partner the lack of your interest in the relationship. Distance Issues Maximum insecurities in a relation arise if two people are in a long distance relationship. Lack of Understanding Have you heard of lack of empathy in a relationship?
The Old Painted Cottage, Unique Goods and Curious Finds All major credit cards accepted for all purchases on my website, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express, with no paypal account sign-up needed! Relationship Timeline When we talk of human emotions and particularly something as indescribable as the feeling of being in love, there can never ever be certainty about it. Why people fall in love, how they fall in love, when and with whom, no one can really tell. If you ever ask couples in relationship how much time it took them to know that they are the "one" for each other, the answers will range from years to months to days to even five seconds! So to say for certain that there is a timeline which all couples go through, is nothing but humbug! However, most healthy relationships (I would not say all), do go through some common stages, before culminating into a serious long-term partnership for life. Stages As I mentioned above, there are a few stages which almost all couples go through. Next comes the stage when illusions fade. If you look at a typical relationship timeline, you will see that this is one of the most difficult amongst all stages of a healthy relationship.
Le Logis de Puygaty Once upon a time in a far away land (everywhere is far away if you live in Australia) lived a stressed out princess who really, really wanted to swap places with Sleeping Beauty if sleeping meant napping in these beds. The French seem so good at it. Rustic wonderlands with super comfy down filled, linen clad beds, sunny outsides and cave like insides. History, laidback luxury, warm winds blowing, great wine, fabulous food, warm pools for between nap dips and too cute pets. Move over Sleeping Beauty I'm taking over your bed! Le Logis de Puygaty, a fairytale of a getaway.
Negativity in Relationships There's one sad truth in life I've found While journeying east and west - The only folks we really wound Are those we love the best. We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting guest, And deal full many a thoughtless blow To those who love us best. ~ Ella Wheeler Wilcox The lines in the poem mentioned above are enough to explain the importance of a relationship in a man/woman's life. Relationships have lost their innocence and meaning, they are not what they were in previous decades. Neglecting your Partner: The most important part of a relationship is to provide companionship and to be there for each other. Not Being Attentive Towards your Partner: Being present there is not enough. Being Dishonest: The foundation of your relationship is defined by these five letters T-R-U-S-T. Physical Abuse: Aggressive communication is never acceptable, especially if the conversation is leading to violence. Steps to Overcome Negativity in Relationships
10 Most Popular Projects Presented in September 2011 Dear Freshome readers, it is time for us to draw a line and see who created what in the month of September. We are happy to see that each posts gets your appreciation expressed through voting, sharing, comments and relevant advice. We are certain you guys want to see the best of the best, so here are the 10 most popular posts presented in September 2011, according to your Facebook shares. Remember that by clicking on the pictures, you can see more photos and details about each project. #1. According to you Facebook shares, the top project presented in September pays tribute to …pets. #2. #3. #4. #5. #6. #7. #8. #9. #10.
Affirmations - Dream the Biggest DREAM There is no greateror more powerful affirmation than; I INTEND TO FEEL GOOD(repeat as often as necessary!). Affirm the following each morning and each night for the next 30 days or until it becomes the truth for you. Preferable, do this just prior to sleep and just before getting out of bed in the morning. Repeat it with feeling, belief, imagination, and acceptance: I am abundant in every good way. Infinite money is mine to earn, save, invest, exponentially multiply, and share. My abundance is making everyone better off. I embrace abundance and abundance embraces me. All is well. I can accept whatever I am feeling today. I am exactly where I am supposed to be today. I listen with love and gratitude to my body's messages. Love fills me and heals me as I open to connect with the people in my life. Today I can handle whatever comes up, knowing that I am surrounded with all the positive energies of good and love in the universe. Every experience is perfect for my growth process. ream the