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Have a Safe Memorial Day

On this Memorial Day—one of our nation’s most revered holidays—we should all pause and reflect on the principles that have made our nation great. We should remind ourselves of  the true cost of freedom and to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect it. The brave men and women we honor today selflessly gave of themselves to defend a way of life that we so cherish: The rights of all people to determine our own futures, free of oppression and fear. It is because of these everyday heroes that we celebrate Memorial Day, commemorating the selflessness and sacrifice of those upon whose very lives rests the foundation of freedom.

Memorial Day is one of our nation’s oldest and most significant holidays, born solely of our shared American heritage. Together, we recall the glory and sacrifice of all who have set their personal aspirations aside for the preservation of our society.

Born out of the Civil War and celebrated, this, the third Monday in May, Memorial Day came about as townspeople across the nation decorated gravesites of the fallen with the American flag.

Today, many of us will gather with family and friends to usher in the summer season, but it is important that we never forget why we gather and remember the brave men and women who gave so much and the families and loved ones left behind. 

The May/June Issue Of rue is here!

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Have a happy and safe Memorial Day

"Out On A Limb- Architects Take A Bough"

 According to Vitruvius, the Roman scholar who authored De architectura, architecture is man’s imitation of the nests, lairs, and hives animals build for themselves.  He also famously observed that architecture must have commodity,

firmness and delight.

What would he think of these tree house creations?

Reminiscent of the Swiss Family Robinson homestead/treehouse

with a lot of coolness thrown in..... six designers and architects

have created 6 AMAZING tree houses.

If you can't take the trip to see them in person, here

is a quick look.

Berkshire Botanical Gardens

Stockbridge, MA

May 1 - October 10 2011

 

Remember My Post About The New Bravo Show- "Million Dollar Decorators"

The new show begins airing, Tuesday, May 31st on Bravo.

It will follow 5 of Hollywood's top "decorators"-

Jeffrey Alan Marks, Lawrence-Bullard, Mary McDonald,

Kathryn M. Ireland and Nathan Turner as they

make their way through the good and the bad

of working for the rich and famous and frequently difficult.

I have heard Kathryn M. Ireland speak and she is very entertaining.

Hopefully the show will be too.

Trumeau Mirrors

The trumeau mirror originated in France during the 18th century and are as popular today as they were then.  Trumeau mirrors were intended to hang on the wall between windows providing a decorative element to the wall as well as serve a purpose of bringing in more light.  Most antique trumeau mirrors are found painted, as the style of most homes during the 18th century homes were painted in rich faux work with ornate plaster frieze that ornamented the walls. 

The trumeau mirror is easy to identify, because it is most often rectangular in design. The size of the mirror was dependant on the size of the mantle or the width of the wall on which the trumeau hung.  Trumeau mirrors are designed where the bottom portion is the mirror itself, while the top is generally decorative.   The lower portion of a trumeau is always a mirror, and placed behind a candle and served the purpose of bringing in more light in dimly lit homes.  Homes were not wired for electricity, so any way of bringing in light which extended the hours of  daylight was a necessity.  The upper portion of a trumeau contains a relief carved design, a painting, or a second mirror.

Not Your Grandmother's Teddy Bear!

Price-$5,300.00

Dimensions- 16" H x 13"W x 11"D

Leo's sculptures are composed of recognizable objects of plastic, metal and wood.  The objects are chosen for their color, shape, texture, durability and patina.  They are then constructed of stainless steel, brass or aluminum found objects that are welded together.

He grew up near a dump and has played with junk for over 50 years developing his own assemblage techniques.  His works are collected by museums and individuals throughout the world.  He can work by commission and can use objects from the patron's past for a more personal assemblage.

Have A Comfortable Weekend!

Collected-Another On-Line Magazine For You To Enjoy

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My Latest Painting

"Want to Play?"

11"x14"

Acrylic

$175

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Nolte Home Studio........

is a new showroom in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Nolte is a German company and the world's largest producers of fitted kitchens and bedrooms. Their styles range from classical to highly contemporary.

I recently visited the showroom and wanted to share with you.

I love their use of space with well thought out storage options.


Welcome to .......

Closet Unit with many outside door choices

and they can be configured for your needs.

 Lift up cabinet doors that light up the inside

of the cabinet as well as the counter space below it.

 Storage is planned with drawers under the sink.

Shelves in the pantry pull out for easy access

A wonderful selection of hardware from which to choose.

The decorative panel on the backsplash is different

and there are several motifs that you can choose.

Normally where you have a toe-kick they offer

more storage.

Two spaces under the sink and I like

this bottom drawer for recyclables and compost.

A different take on the corner cabinet lazy-susan.

This pulls completely out for full access.

The whole space can be utilized.

Anyone need a new kitchen?

I would love to help design it using this product!

Happy Day After Mother's Day!

A nice Mother's Day weekend.

Saturday- Peakfest Festival in Apex, NC

Outdoor vendors with handmade goodies, cute shops, Craig Woolard Band playing

beach music, rides, food and an art show.

My 4 paintings on the wall are the

painting of the white dog- in the center, down from there and to 

the left the lemon and the lilly, then

to the right of the lemon 3 paintings over

is the painting of a chair with a medium

blue background. 

Sunday- A ride to Bath, NC to spend the day and night

on the river with my mom and dad.

Simple Chair With A Bit Of Color

"Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes and having FUN." - Mary Lou Cook

Have an amazing weekend .....whatever you do!

Premier Issue of House of Fifty.....

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LOVE this mirror