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- Wicker Home Design: How to Create a Unique Look - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2018 from Rachelle WilberWhen many people think about wicker in their homes, they often feel as though it would make their home feel dated. There are so many unique options when it comes to wicker accessories and furniture that you can put in your home. Here are just a few of the ways that you can make your love of ...
Views: 22 - 5 Tips on How to Choose the Best House Cleaning Service - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2018 from Elaine PittmonCleaning the house and keeping it this way is sometimes a difficult task, especially if you have children or work all the time! You can make everything easier by finding the best cleaning. Well, finding a good and reliable cleaning service is more difficult! However, this is impossible. With a ...
Views: 157 - Can You Feng Shui the Outdoors - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffWith summer arriving, a lot of us turn our thoughts to the wonderful outdoors. We enjoy the flowering trees and plants, longer days and the warmth of the sunshine. I often get asked, “can we use Feng Shui energy techniques outside as well as inside?” “Are there specific colors for flowers we ...
Views: 175 - Create Patios for "Downtime" - by Submitted on May 12, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffNo matter where you live, summer, patio living and relaxation all require energy that provides peace, quiet and the opportunity to rest, read a book and step out of the fast lane. Life changes for many of you when summer arrives. The children are out of school so there are fewer scheduling ...
Views: 210 - Improve Productivity and Concentration - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffStudents often ask, “how can I improve my concentration, my mind just seems to wander when it comes to details or finishing a project?” Others say, “I can concentrate reasonably well but I am always in a rush to get the job done; how can I be more productive with the time I have? Will Feng Shui ...
Views: 332 - The famous Vietnamese sculptor and painter Lê Công Thành - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2018 from Eye GalleryLe Cong Thanh was part of the emeritus of South Vietnam. A graduate of the Hanoi Art School in 1962 and having studied abroad, this young sculptor artist represented, without doubt, hope for the new revolutionary sculpture movement. From his very first exhibits in the early 1970s and despite his ...
Views: 242 - 4 Window Treatment Choices that Increase Your Home’s Resale Value - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Rachelle WilberIt’s the seemingly little things that can make or break the appeal of any residential property. If you want to boost the resale value of your residence, then you need to put your focus on top-quality window treatments. These four window treatment options be amazing for the curb appeal of your ...
Views: 303 - Points to Consider when Choosing Your Japanese Sword - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2018 from Elaine PittmonIf you want to have fun with a Japanese sword, Katanasale can be what you want. Remember that a Japanese sword is here to stay for a long time because these items can do a great job at cutting a wide array of things. We will let you know more about how to choose them.Stainless SteelYour Japanese ...
Views: 820 - 4 Ways to Keep Your Kitchen Renovation Organized and Simple - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2017 from Rachelle WilberThe significance of a kitchen in any home can never be overemphasized- it is the heart of any home. This explains why kitchen renovations take a big deal of budgeting and planning. As paralyzing as it could be, however, it is a must-do for anyone wishing to add efficiency in his or her cooking ...
Views: 401 - Easy Effortless Feng Shui Holiday Gifts - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffAre you tired of shopping for the traditional tie for dad, perfume for mom or CD for a sibling? Try something different this year, gifts that provide positive energy all year long and best of all, will fit into the most modest budget. If you want to avoid overspending money on instant ...
Views: 611 - Good Vibrations, Feng Shui and Home Design - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2017 from Dan BlacharskiYou might call it “architectural acupuncture.” Feng Shui, when practiced by a skilled professional, balances your surroundings and enhances energy flow. Based on age-old concepts of living in harmony with one’s environment, the goal of Feng Shui is simply to help keep you calm, healthy, and ...
Views: 1039 - Detach, Evaluate and Change to Prosper - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffDetach, Evaluate and Change to Prosper Life can become very stressful and anxiety-ridden when your career, marriage, relationships or income seem to be on hold, yet life and the world are moving forward at warp-speed. How do you get past those endless times of nagging doubt that linger in ...
Views: 561 - 5 Beauty Tips to Improve Your Quality of Life Using Principles of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Radium Medical AestheticsTraditionally, Chinese people have used several unique techniques for divination. Up till today, many people are still relying on some traditional methods of divination techniques in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore. One of the most popular divination techniques is known as 'mian ...
Views: 678 - "Lightening Up: A Very Different Kind of Spiritual Retreat" - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2017 from Barry and Joyce VissellWhen I think of a spiritual retreat, I imagine a lot of meditation, quiet walks, no computers or media, listening to gentle music, and withdrawing from the busyness of the world. Several weeks ago, Barry left for eight days to raft the Owyhee River in very remote Southeast Oregon. He had wanted ...
Views: 669 - How to Improve Meditation with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffFeng Shui is about so much more than the placement of things, decluttering and organizing. It is about being in control of your external and internal environments so you can create prosperity, well-being, peace and harmony. It is about living a lifestyle using positive energy in your ...
Views: 639 - Different metals used in men rings - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Ali SheikhMen rings are made from different metals and materials. In same manner, Damascus rings for men are made from gold, silver, platinum and stainless steel materials. How far these ring materials is effective in their looks and usage, below is their information: Gold material used in men ...
Views: 417 - 8 Ways to Make a Blank Wall More Interesting - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2017 from Marilyn VinchyA blank wall can be the perfect canvas for you to express your creativity and make your space more inviting as well as more functional. Here are some ideas to get those creative juices flowing. CREATE A COLORFUL BLACKBOARD PLANNED IN YOUR HALL 1. Measure out your first square on the ...
Views: 637 - Create Calm and Peace Using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffDoes the assault of distractions, advertisements and social media messages leave your senses and peace of mind totally unbalanced and overwhelmed? Just a few short years ago, the average person experienced around 4,000 ad and information impressions per day. Today with the prevalence of ...
Views: 664 - Declutter Thinking to Increase Prosperity - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffWe all want financial stability, balanced relationships, upwardly mobile careers and peace at home. But instead of waiting for these things to come to us, we must “walk the walk and talk the talk” to actively pursue our goals. We have truly hit a point in history where everything you think, ...
Views: 746 - 3 Spring Craft Ideas To Wake Your Home From Winter - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanIt is time to put the winter doldrums behind us and step into spring. After your ritual spring cleaning, you may want to add some things to spice up your décor. Here are three great hacks to give your home that refreshing spring vibe: Potted Plants Nothing says springtime like green plants ...
Views: 752 - Learn The Basics Of Color Therapy (And How To Apply It To Your Own Home) - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2017 from Marilyn VinchyColor can have a powerful impact on our thoughts and moods, and influences the character of a room. Using the knowledge of color psychology we can paint rooms to create the ideal atmosphere. But what color creates what effect? FOR YOUR BEDROOM > Best color: Pastel Blue Associated ...
Views: 751(1 vote) - How to Hire the Correct Contractor to Build Your Hot Tub - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2017 from Rachelle WilberA hot tub can be an addition to your home that helps to increase its overall value. This is because they are seen as places where people can relax after a long day or hang out with friends over a long weekend. However, if you are going to have a hot tub professionally installed, how do you know ...
Views: 464 - Comfy & Cozy: 5 Things That Make Any House into a Home - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Dixie SomersMaybe you're moving into a new house. Maybe you're struggling to feel comfortable in the one that you already own. The good news is that you don't have to feel alienated in your own home; with these five tips, you can transform any living space into a cozy, comfortable domain that you can call ...
Views: 570(1 vote) - Positive Energy at Home Yields Positive Results - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Pat HeydlauffPositive energy is not the type of energy that provides you the ability to turn on lights or start engines but rather the kind of energy that helps you maximize your personal productivity and enjoy life more. Do you remember a moment when you were feeling totally empowered to take on your ...
Views: 1013(1 vote) - Peace, Harmony and Tranquility are Gift Market Trends - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Pat HeydlauffHarmony, personality and practicality seem to be the underlying trends at the January 2016 Atlanta Gift Market where Pantone introduced their colors of the year: rose quartz and serenity blue (a light periwinkle). Think soft soft soft pastel shades of these two peaceful colors. They refer to ...
Views: 645 - Nguyen Van Hai – Traditional Lacquer Painting - by Submitted on May 31, 2016 from Eye GalleryApart from a relatively small circle of connoisseurs the genre of lacquer paintings is not well known outside Vietnam. Lacquer is a particular type of paint, and is used both raw and after various degrees of processing. Although the artist applies the lacquer paint with a brush, the essence of ...
Views: 545 - Use Color to Reduce Chaos and Improve Well-Being - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Pat HeydlauffDoes one room in your house make you feel relaxed while another makes you feel jittery? Are there rooms in your home you absolutely hate to go into and others that beckon you all day long? Do you wince when you just open the door to your office or bedroom? It’s all about color. The Pantone ...
Views: 963 - WINNING COLORS FOR 2016 - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Judith RyanOn February 8, 2016 the exciting and vibrant year of the Fire Money begins. The Monkey is known as the Trickster in the Chinese zodiac. Beware of his ability to seduce you into his “monkey business”. If you’re gullible, his antics can prove to be quite costly for you financially and ...
Views: 1132 - Feng Shui For Your Home - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Shivani SharanThey say our homes reflect our personalities and our personalities reflect in our homes. Which means that our surroundings play a huge role on our behavior, energy, attitude, mood etc. In today’s scenario, how much ever time we spend in our offices or out with our friends, the first foot you set ...
Views: 4318(1 vote) - How to brew the perfect morning - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Kevin RobertsonCanadians love their morning coffee. In fact, according to the Coffee Association of Canada, 65 per cent of Canadians enjoy it every day making it the most popular beverage in the country (more popular than tap water). And nearly half of Canadian coffee drinkers would be willing to give up their ...
Views: 1029 - What’s on Your Walls? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingArt is so personal. I found this great print in a decorating warehouse here in BC, already framed and ready to go! I identified with this immediately so, I pulled out my credit card! What is it about choosing images and art that seems so difficult? When someone finally finds a great piece ...
Views: 1154 - Qigong And Feng Shui Moves Qi Energy For Health And Prosperity - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2015 from Risa RuseThe Chinese have a process or way of living using Qigong that enhances health. In fact, they go beyond internal movement of life force energy to include wealth! The healing art of Qigong opens up our body’s organs channels to release blocks. We need to do this (as much as possible) like ...
Views: 1242 - Let’s Go Fly a KITE! Creative Outlets for Adults - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingMore and more adults are finding time to have fun! Bringing back a little child’s play can lighten your mood and bring opportunities to meet new people. I‘m pleased and surprised at a small group of ‘Over 55’s’ gathering to fly their kites! Not just ordinary kites, but stunt kites! I ...
Views: 982 - Detach, Evaluate and Change to Prosper - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffLife can become very stressful and anxiety-ridden when your career, marriage, relationships or income seem to be on hold, yet life and the world are moving forward at warp-speed. How do you get past those endless times of nagging doubt that linger in the back of your mind? What do you do ...
Views: 1029 - Don’t tell Your Father! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingIn today’s times, everything is about who holds the money! In feng shui, money is just another tender to barter for goods and services. Barter, in years past, was when someone brought in a boat load of fish; they would all be rich, as everyone would have enough to eat! Also, people living ...
Views: 985 - Create Calm and Peace using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffDoes the assault of distractions, advertisements and social media messages leave your senses and peace of mind totally unbalanced and overwhelmed? Just a few short years ago, the average person experienced around 4,000 ad and information impressions per day. Today with the prevalence of ...
Views: 1201 - Where is Your Clutter-free Zone? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingOMG! How do those boxes in the closet expand over the years? When you feel frustrated trying to get ahead, clearing clutter with feng shui can help you find space for new opportunities. The spiral begins when you procrastinate. Do you want to start moving? Clutter can happen in so many ...
Views: 932 - Feeling Stressed? 6 Areas You Should Turn Into Relaxation Sanctuaries - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Rachelle WilberInducing relaxation and alleviating stress are a goal that many of us have and many people believe that the way our home is setup contributes significantly towards these mood changes. Let us begin by saying just how easy it is to change the mood of a room by just using a few of the following ...
Views: 918 - Five Essential Reasons for Using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffFeng Shui is often described as a Chinese system for arranging space and the placement of things to bring balance and harmony into your life. Or, it’s all about flow and the movement of energy, or, it’s a way to clear space. In reality, all of these statements are partially true but very ...
Views: 1108 - Someone sleeping …in my Office? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingThere seems to be a problem in many homes: one room short! Many families are trying to accommodate a guest room, TV room, and a home office all in one space. A large percentage of families are spread out as jobs and opportunities send them out to the four corners of the earth. And when the ...
Views: 832 - Living with Poison Arrows...... can Harm Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingBad feng shui: Is there such a thing? Simply put: if anything is out-of-square, out-of-line, or in-the-way, it is bad feng shui. I hate using the word ‘bad’; but often, that is what it is, bad feng shui. If a space feels good to you, then don’t worry. If it doesn’t feel good: look around ...
Views: 776 - A Family, Void of Clutter - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Kathryn WilkingAn interesting dilemma: How to find the balance of how much ‘stuff’ one can handle at one time? How many hobbies can we start up at once? How many ‘collectibles’ can we display? And, how much room we need to store memorabilia? Where is the line? When we de-clutter to the extreme, we deprive ...
Views: 772 - Feng Shui Tips to Create a Better Tomorrow - by Submitted on May 11, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffDoes life feel difficult? Are you feeling less productive than usual? Do you wish you could increase your prosperity and wealth? The solution is found in the lifestyle principles of Feng Shui. Its principles are neither a bandage nor quick fix but rather a basic system of order that creates a ...
Views: 1092 - Make Drapery Agoura Hills A Lovely Addition You’ve Always Wanted! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Intern Ontrix7 Ways Drapes Are the Best Addition to Your Home There is absolutely no limit to what drapery Agoura Hills can do for your own home. You house is your place of sanctuary and peace, the place where you can escape from the troubles of everyday life. Why not give it that extra cozy feeling by ...
Views: 913 - Your Own Space - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We remember as kids grabbing blankets, pillows and sheets and throwing them on any piece of furniture that we could and we made a fort. We would bring toys in the fort and play in there for hours. Oh, what fun that was! We also made tree forts. We took our time and picked out the perfect ...
Views: 1011 - Listing your home this spring? Beat the rush and get your home ready now! - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2015 from Joanna LaneThinking of listing your home in the spring? You may want to beat the rush and get at it sooner. A lot of homeowners that had their homes on the market last fall took them off for the holidays or winter season. Most of them are planning to relist in spring, or even sooner. Listing when there ...
Views: 1236 - Why less is more when selling your home - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2014 from Joanna LaneLess is more is a phrase I use often when doing a home staging consultation. When a home is completely vacant besides buyers having a hard time visualizing the true size of the space, or how they would fit their furniture, they also see every flaw. There’s nothing else for them to look at or to ...
Views: 1556 - ***Feng Shui in the Garage - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Carole HyderAlthough often treated as though it has little impact on a family’s life, in Feng Shui the garage can have an enormous influence. From money and relationships, to health and well-being, the garage may affect in positive or negative ways. Even if the garage is detached from the house, it can ...
Views: 2235(1 vote) - *** Winterizing With Feng Shui: What To Do When Winter Interferes with Your Flow - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2014 from Carole HyderLiving in northern climates necessitates a shift in mindset in terms of Feng Shui. When the temperatures and the snow start to fall, it’s important to consider how this changes your environment and how you need to make corresponding changes in how your Feng Shui is carried out. Doorways get ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - Feng Shui Principles Empower You - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2014 from Pat HeydlauffAre you so busy doing the urgent that there is no time left for the important? Sometimes life just gets in the way of you creating the surroundings you want, which directly relates to the future you create. Life can throw up road blocks in the form of endless appointments, caregiving to others ...
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