The Relished Roost

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Bring The Beach Party Home!

You don't have to go to the beach to have a beach party! We all don't have the luxury of a beach residence these days but it's fun to pretend. There are ways to have a fun Summer party or get together right in your own home. Check out some of these ideas and do it fast because the Summer is slipping away!

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Finish off with a great cocktail and your party will be a hit!!

Summer Solstice!

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Cool To Be Plastered!

If you have been following me for a while you know that I was a decorative painter prior to decorating. I would say that the 90's and early 2000's seemed to be the height of faux finishing and mural art. I still think that there are techniques that are still widely used today and will always remain classic.They are the use of plaster for wall finish and historic mural reproductions. I still love and will always love a great venetian and lime plaster wall. Although one can achieve this look through DIY, I still strongly suggest that large spaces be left to the pros if you wish for the finish to look flawless and timeless. However, if you do want to attempt it I have posted this video from YouTube along with some stunning inspirational images! Remember plastered can be a good thing.

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Friday, August 1, 2014

Weekend Web Shopping At Michele Varian!

Well, it's a dull Friday night here in rural NJ. I am an official golf widow this Summer since my husband has been practicing to reclaim his club championship. Poor guy, I can barely even drive a golf cart, much less swing a club! I guess the best thing to do in times like these is to indulge in some shopping therapy. If I can't go to NYC myself, then i'll have to bring it to me! I love wishlisting at Michele Varian, whose web store has such unique finds and the prices are not outrageous either. You can find a unique house warming gift or something to spice up your own home! Here are my favorite picks, there are quite a few. Have a great weekend everyone! To find you favorites go HERE!

This is a cork screw..Hello!!