Around the House
10 Rules for Red: The Dos and Don’ts of Decorating with Red Paint
February 1, 2012 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
During the winter doldrums, and into spring, many of us are thinking about how we can spiff up our homes and get some fresh zing into our décor. A splash of red may be just the right touch of excitement we’re looking to add. Red represents luck, good fortune, excitement, warmth, energy, romance, and yes, [...]
5 Interesting Luxury Items to Gift Your House
December 23, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
If walls could talk, this is what your house would want for Christmas! Luxury Firepit . Enjoy gallery worthy art while roasting marshmallows and having a nightcap with this nature inspired installation by Elena Columbo. Price tag? $40,000. A Remote Controlled Toilet The Kohler Numi puts a whole new twist on elimination [...]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
November 15, 2011 by Real Estate Tourist · Leave a Comment
Since 1997, on November 15th, neighborhoods around the country have found ways to celebrate America Recycles Day. Every day, we have steadily become more acutely aware of the benefits of recycling everything we can. Following the USEPA’s slogan of “Reduce, reuse, recycle,” most of us are trying to reduce our waste, buy eco-friendly/green products, and [...]
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Roundup
November 14, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Wishing you could WOW your guests with a gorgeous Thanksgiving centerpiece? It doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated! There’s a ton of inspiration just a few clicks away. If you are looking for creative and elegant centerpieces, Martha Stewart has ten different but truly lovely ideas to offer. Equally beautiful, with classic autumn themes, [...]
Remembrance. 11/11/11
November 10, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
November 11, 2011 has an amusing signature this year, 11/11/11, but holds another very special significance; it’s the day we honor our heroes. November 11th is Veteran’s Day in the USA and Remembrance Day in Canada. November 11th has been a day to honor and celebrate those brave and patriotic men and women who serve [...]
10 Best Jack O’ Lanterns
October 26, 2011 by Pat Williams · 1 Comment
There’s something about the shift into fall that drives many of us to decorate with the symbols of the season. Ears of corn, potted mums, a wreath of fall colors. Perhaps it’s our way of preparing to nest, as those of us located in the north, begin to hunker down for a long cold winter. [...]
Top 10 Home Projects with the Most Value vs. Cost
January 10, 2011 by Pat Williams · 1 Comment
Here are the top ten home projects with the highest value compared to cost, according to the Remodeling 2010-11 Cost vs, Value Report. The Remodeling 2010-11 Cost vs. Value Report compares construction costs with resale values for 35 midrange and upscale remodeling projects comprising additions, remodels and replacements in 80 markets across the country. The [...]
My Top 10 Traditional Christmas Trees
December 25, 2010 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Below are my 2010 Top 10 choices for traditional Christmas Tree Images uploaded on Flickr last month. Happy Holidays to you and your families. Tree by marlana Florida Christmas Tree By The Real Darren Stone Feather Christmas tree By jjsala. Houston, Texas Farmhouse Christmas By marysobrado Emmanuel and our Christmas tree By MightyBoyBrian. Kalamazoo, Michigan [...]
Christmas at Home
December 24, 2010 by Pat Williams · 1 Comment
“Christmas! The very word brings joy to our hearts. No matter how we may dread the rush, the long Christmas lists for gifts and cards to be bought and given–when Christmas Day comes there is still the same warm feeling we had as children, the same warmth that enfolds our hearts and our homes.” ~ [...]
National Fire Prevention Week: Get a Free Smoke Alarm
October 6, 2010 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Autumn is juicy apples, glowing pumpkins, schooldays, family holidays, gorgeous colors, football games, and that invigorating cooler weather. That chill in the air means more of us will be turning on our furnaces, fireplaces, and space heaters for the first time since early spring. I want you to keep your home and your family safe [...]
