You've probably heard the popular adage "Reuse, Renew, Repurpose". Well, it's all the rage in home decor now. The nice thing is, there is no stress here - just mix it in!!! 

Old wire baskets, barn doors made into coffee tables, burlap on ottomans and windows, old stained glass windows hung on the all as art, vintage linens made into pillows - you name it and it works!

These industrial and ruralistic materials can be used in contemporary or traditional ways - just remember - MIX IT UP!

One of the easiest ways to add some transitional pieces into your home is with lamps. These lamps have bases and shades that can be matched to a variety of pantone and Benjamin Moore colors. Now that's custom!!  Again - no stress here. Mix it all in. Straight legs on a coffee table look great with end tables that have curves.

We saw a wonderful mix of materials too - linen, lucite, glass, repurposed wood, ceramic, mahogany and cherry - they all add warmth and texture to a space especially when partnered together!

People ask us all the time if we like wallpaper. The answer is "YES! - We LOVE it!" 

If the trend makers ever say that bright colors are out, we will go on strike!
Thankfully, that wasn't the case this market.

One of the many charities we support is KIVA which is an organization that empowers people like us  to be able to lend money to an entrepreneur across the globe, normally in an impoverished nation.

We always support women. This month, we are lending to Matilde Mazoio, who takes care of her 3 grandchildren in Mozambique. Our loan will help her build a house so that she can continue to support her grandchildren.

We are proud to have supported a total of 6 women with just a small investment of $50.  Our money is just a loan, so when it is paid back, we simply, give again!