The little things in life - beautiful details and accessories that make a house a home

I've had these images for a while, but I could never find a post to integrate them, so I decided to just dedicate a post to the sweet little things in life - the details. Pretty little worlds within our homes. Enjoy!Isn't this gold chrysanthemum to die for? They are one of the most beautiful flowers (IMHO)Love the greenery on the chandelierAren't the little nesting "bowls"? so pretty?via Elle DecorThese vignettes are so beautiful. via Mariam's GORGEOUS riad. via My Marrakechvia House DoctorI LOVE quilts - I have (unrealistic) aspirations to make one one day, so I save bits of old clothes and fabrics to use.via Indenfor & UdenforA pretty...

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Gorgeous curtains and a very generous discount for you!

I don't know much about window treatments - but I have witnessed how they can completely make a room - adding that finishing touch to what was otherwise a room "missing" something. I was lucky enough to get to try out a gorgeous set of curtains by DKNY Home, courtesy of the awesome folks at Curtainworks. The images depicting the curtains were spot on to how the curtains look in person. I love the effect of all the flowers falling to the bottom of the panel.Now you can get any curtains of your choosing from Curtainworks with this 25% off coupon code - CWB5. If you need a better reason then just a seasonal makeover, hanging heavier drapes during...

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GREAT book giveaway! Real Simple's 869 New Uses for Old Things!

Lucky you! One of you can win this awesome book! It's like a bible for Real Simple's popular monthly feature "New Uses for Old Things"Here are a few of my favorite from the book:birdbath: Swap birdsong for blooms. Plant flowering succulents in an underused birdbath.baby powder: Prevent sweat stains on white shirts. Sprinkle powder on the underarms and the collar, then iron. The powder acts as a barrier. (I have lots of whites so I'm gonna try this one!)bowl: Peel garlic. Place cloves in a bowl, cover it with another bowl to form a sphere, and shake. The papery skins will flake right off.ketchup bottle: Driplessly parcel out pancake batter....

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To all you bohemian chic lovers - you'll LOVE this sale!

Really great home decor on sale! If you like the whole bohemian, Moroccan, and eco-friendly look than you will LOVE this sale going on at HauteLook. It's a members only designer discount site, but if you click my invite link, your membership is free and fast to sign up. Hurry - the sale ends tomorrow at 8 AM!Once you're signed up, go to the "Living" tab, then click "Karma Living" Enjoy!Again, here's your inv...

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And the winner of the reversible duvet and shams is....

Katydid! Congrats! Please send me your shipping address to ashley[at]decorologyblog[dot]com. Thanks to everyone for entering! I have another great giveaway coming up so...

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HUGE designer discounts at ideeli's black sale

As usual, you gotta run to this one cause it sells out fast. They've got shoes, jewelry, bags, outerwear, knits, denim, dresses, classics like Calvin Klein, designers like Dolce and Gabbana. You're free membership is just a click away (it's fast to sign up, too) - www.ideeli.com/invite/decorologyThere is also a big designer discount sale at members -only shopping site RueLaLa, which I have an invite link for you to join (free) - http://www.ruelala.com/invite/decorology, and at designer discount shopping site Gilt - you also need an invite link, which I have for you here.Tons of great gifts without trying to find a parking space!I have this...

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Weekend

A week ago, Friday 19th November, it was my birthday. No, there wasn't any celebration, instead, just a nice candle-light-dinner with Jessie. We had our dinner at Zen, along East Coast Park's Marine Cove...Candle + Dinner = Candle-light-dinnerJessieCandidSmiling for cameraIt was my first time dining in Zen. I have to say the embience is nice... Somehow makes me feel calm and peaceful like... Zen. But most importantly, the food actually tastes as good as it looks!AppetizersThis is Jessie's favorite; Mango Prawn! It is really delicious!Side order...Baked OystersJessie's main dish, Fish and ChipsThis is my main dish...They called it 'Kobe Beef Steak'....

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