Research always leads me to some interesting finds.

25. February 2010 by Parker.

My mother resides in Florida. Land of palm trees, blue waters, resorts, and the pink flamingo yard art. So while researching some new ideas for Halloween this year, I stumbled across these hilariously cool Halloween flamingos that I am more then tempted to purchase for my mother. Not only because they make me smile but they are completely affordable at $15.95 for 2 on Amazon.

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On the great search for the perfect bar stools…

18. January 2010 by Parker.

We’ve been renovating the house we live in, not because we wanted to but because we have to. The home is over 40 years old and was abandoned for 2 years before we moved in so it need tons of TLC. After removing a wall between what was originally the formal dining and family room, we installed a bar area for people to socialize in the now billiard room. The problem I’m having is finding the right countertop and the perfect bar stools for the space. So far I have stumbled across these awesome cap top stools which are unfortunately only available commercially. Even with my credentials to purchase them, I could never meet the minimum order of 750 stools. DAMN! It would be cool to pick our favorite drinks and turn them into mismatched stools. Perhaps I’ll have to dig around on some DIY pages and see if anyone has ever attempted to make them.

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Twisted Circus 2009

23. October 2009 by Parker.

Well, it has come and gone yet again… our annual Halloween party was a blast! Here are some of the details to this year’s party:

 

Invitation was drawn by a local Savannah artist known as Grimcinder on Deviant Art:

 

 

Beer & Wine Labels were designed by Florida artist, Mike Maihack with Cowshell Graphics. He did an awesome job of incorporating the circus theme with a retro appeal that I was looking for:

 

         

 

Guests were greeted at the front door by old school circus music, a rat eating a clown nose, and a ‘You Must Be This Tall To Enter’ sign:

 

 

Once inside, the kitchen was converted into a Concession stand with the use of basic white sheets:

 

 

 All the curtains andpillows in the house were changed out to circus themed stripes, clowns, stars, et cetera.

 

Once guests ventured outside, they were greeted with a directional sign instructing them of events:

 

 

Unfortunately the weather was a bit chilly for our fortune teller and very few fortunes were told, however the tent served as a warm place to hang out nonetheless:

 

 

Every year we show movies based on the theme in a makeshift outdoor theater. This year the theater was a striped big top tent showing Stephen King’s IT and a sad, old movie entitled ‘Dead Clowns’:

 

 

As always, throw blankets are supplied for warmth late at night.

 

Next step, the gypsy camp by the fire pit. We set up 5 tents complete with airbeds, bedding, pillows, lanterns, and more. Outside, there were laundry lines of circus attire, old chairs, musical instruments, and lights. This was by far my favorite place to hang out all night:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finally, on the way out the door, guests were welcome to grab a bottle of wine  to remember the event:

 

 

Oh, and I almost forgot. Here’s a pic of me and my husband dressed as a bloody marionette and evil ringmaster:

 

 

And now it is over, the house is back to normal, and here’s looking forward to next year’s Pirate conversion!

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Amazing Decorating Options

9. August 2009 by Parker.

There are so many innovative companies out there that now offer the general public access to cool products…

Pixelblocks.com allows you to build an image pixel by pixel onto translucent blocks that interlock. Imagine a 3D stained window with your own image overlaid.  It’s a new form of puzzle, a centerpiece of art, and abit of your imagination for around $150!

PhotoWow.com turns your photos into trendy designs on canvas. Everything from Warhol inspired blocks to retro comics to scrapbooking canvasas are available.

WonderfulGraffiti .com is my number one source of decorating. With options ranging from quotes to canvas to 3D designs, WG allows you to showcase any style imaginable.  They also allow you as much or as little control as you want.

 

 

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Identity Mugs

28. July 2009 by Parker.

Whether you are a tea drinker or avid coffee lover, these mugs simply make me smile every time I see them.

What do you need today? Creativitea? Simplicitea? Prosperotea? These mugs not only offer up some form of inspiration but they also provide you with the definition on the inside rim; just in case you needed a little extra help that day!

Etsy now has so many creative people using it that I can spend an entire day just jumping from one person’s store to the next and simply get lost in the labarynth that is Etsy.com. Here are a set of hand painted vintage mugs by Trixie Delicious that really make me wonder who would I give these to?

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Make-shift grandfather clock

10. July 2009 by Parker.

I already bought a true grandfather clock for my hubby last year. After all, he has always wanted to own one and I must admit, I like the chiming sound. It’s kind of like having a sophisticated cuckoo clock in the hall.

However, I found these creative decals on-line and am now eager to transform my office space and use one of them to showcase my more whimsical side. Plus, for $37.00, you just can’t beat it!

 

And some notable others from WhatIsBlik.com…

 

Classical $55.00

Lacy Sunday $55.00

 

My Crony $55.00

 

Time Fades $38.00

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Bathroom Extras

25. June 2009 by Parker.

I just stumbled across this gadget in a magazine the other day and thought it would be pretty handy for those who live in areas where you pay for water. I’d get one myself if I didn’t have well water for free and all…

The Showerstart Evolve Lady Bug gadget attaches to any showerhead.  While the shower heats up in the morning, it allows you to multitask  as it turns the water down to a trickle once it is hot. Then all you have to do is pull the cord when you are ready to get it and it returns the stream to full pressure. Pretty cool , huh?

Urban Outfitters has always been known for their hip clothing, nut did you know that they have some of the coolest decorating items out there? Check out this SAT Shower curtain for your high school Junior or  your self proclaimed erudite husband.

By far one of the most clever bath mats I have seen lately. This would make a great conversation piece in your guest bath that is sans bath tub.

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Custom Car Furniture by Jake

20. April 2009 by Parker.

 makes awesome  furniture(beds, couches, chairs…) out of old cars. The pink one is the 1960 Chevy Impala Bed with working headlights and a hood that opens for bedding storage in engine compartment. Very cooladdition to your home if you can afford the overhaul!

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The kitchen can be a dangerous place….

15. April 2009 by Parker.

Here are two different sets of kitchen hooks with personality:

Stuck on You Hooks by Ochigo

& Knife Coat Hooks by Bouf.

Both sets are truly entertaining and add an element of humor to the kitchen hot spot!

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A true bachelor’s xmas….

19. December 2008 by Parker.

Found this picture while searching for some new Christmas ideas and thought I had to give this guy props for originality… a tree of empty beer bottles!

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