Archive for 2012
Peonies-My Favorite Flowers
Posted by Irene Turner in Nature on May 15, 2012
Peonies-image courtesy of Lattelisa bloodspot
Hurray, it’s spring, and the season for peonies, my absolute favorite flower!
While I do love almost all flowers, peonies, best known in shades of soft pinks to deep burgundies, but also from white to corals and orange, are may absolute favorites.
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At Home Bars-Via Napa Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Entertaining Sonoma Style, Product/Trend Alert! on May 10, 2012
I don’t know if it’s the influence of Mad Men and the revival of Mid Century Furniture, or not, but at home bars are hot…and so are pretty cocktails!
Pink Margarita's-image via There Goes the Cup Cake
While I’m not a big fan of hard liquor, some of the frothy and prettily colored drinks are appealing. And when entertaining, being able to offer guests an alternative to wine is something new, for us here in Sonoma County.
From simple bars set up on a tray that can move with you, Continue reading “At Home Bars-Via Napa Interior Design” »
Bocce Ball-via Sonoma County Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Entertaining Sonoma Style on May 8, 2012
Here in Sonoma County we’ve picked up the Italian sport of Bocce. Many of our backyard’s and outdoor living areas include courts on which to play this old world game.
image courtesy of Ritz Carlton-Dove Mountain Resort
If you haven’t heard of it, Bocce is a ball sport belonging to the boules (predominantly French) sport family, closely related to bowls and pétanque, all have a common ancestry from the Roman Empire. Developed into its present form in Italy, it’s a perfect game. Continue reading “Bocce Ball-via Sonoma County Interior Design” »
The New Face of Beauty-Part 2 What can we do?
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Personal Style & Well being on May 3, 2012
WOW! The response to my post on The New Face of Beauty a couple of weeks ago was OVERWHELMING! It obviously struck a cord for many women. It sparked several conversations over twitter and Facebook that were interesting to me. One in particular:
Dove Commercial
You speak truth! Some of us had Barbie to live up to, but the young women and girls today have … the entire electronic and print media. Ashley’s statement that we are being minimized and muted rings so true, and should compel a tidal wave of support. How, though? via Jeannie Shea
I read this as “how can we continue to make a difference?” So I thought about it, and stared asking around, and this is what I got: Continue reading “The New Face of Beauty-Part 2 What can we do?” »
Dwell With Dignity-via Santa Rosa Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Giving Back, Inspiration, Personal Style & Well being on May 1, 2012
Dwell With Dignity is interior design with heart. Their mission is to help families escape poverty and homelessness through beauty and design. One household at a time. Here is their thought process:
If we can change a person’s surroundings, we can change their outlook on life. Exposing children (especially) to a nurturing home environment, that includes good design and art, can inspire a standard of living that will carry-over to future generations. Exposing parents to this same environment will allow them to see the positive impact it has on their family; inspiring them to maintain a standard of living they can be proud of and thrive in.
all images via Dwell with Dignity web site
Oh yeah…right up my alley. I believe that beauty uplifts people’s spirit and their soul. Without beauty, the world is a dark and dreary place. Beauty Matters! Continue reading “Dwell With Dignity-via Santa Rosa Interior Design” »
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