Archive for the "Decor" category

Bringing The Islands Home Luau Style

May 10th, 2008

sparkyleighluaudancer.jpgWith the warmer weather of spring and more time outdoors the idea of parties and gatherings with friends and family come readily to mind. An idea that’s never far from my mind is a Hawaiian Luau. After living three  years in the Hawaiian Islands I am …

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Easy Island Style Sarong Decor

May 4th, 2008

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A sarong throw on my porch swing. 

One of the things I love about the tropics is the versatility a sarong offers. I find them so delightful that they have become a natural part of my decor. They can be draped around the edge of a large picture …

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Not Your Typical Rain shower

April 3rd, 2008

rain-spa-showerhead-002.jpgWhen I moved into my new home my master bathroom came with a nice quality shower head that many homes have. It offered a couple styles of water flow, but being an island style girl I wanted the tropical island style rain shower head. ...

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Oahu Day Trips

March 11th, 2008

This is the second in a series of my favorite Oahu places. 

bobsters1985northshore.jpgThe North Shore of Oahu is one of my favorite destinations. While I go to the North Shore to enjoy the surf and to view the sea turtles some times spotted there;  I always treasure a …

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Creating A Classy Tiki Atmosphere

February 20th, 2008

Creating a classy Tiki atmosphere in your home or on your patio can be a challenge. There are certainly many many products out there to choose from, but some are a bit kitcy and low budget for a home owner looking to create a tropical haven on their patio or sunroom.

 There as …

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Art that’s an expression of your heart

November 25th, 2007

The art in my home reflects my love of the tropics and travel. Some of my art has been purchased on trips and some of it painted lovingly by friends.  Art has become a clear way to bring what I love into my home. Sometimes the delight of choosing a piece in a …

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A Tropical View

November 8th, 2007

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The first of eight panels.

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The finished mural.

I’ve always delighted in the idea of an ocean mural; so when I began creating my new office I decided it was the time to design the tropical office of my dreams. Creating …

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Bringing the beach home

October 14th, 2007

oct-07-013.jpgThere is almost nothing that makes me happier than a morning or evening walk along the beach, enjoying the natural beauty and calm tranquility I find there. Maybe that’s what propels me to find ways to bring it home. If you …

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