april’s picks

april’s picks ~ fire pits & fireplaces

January 12, 2012
april's picks ~ fire pits & fireplaces

There’s nothing like a chilly winter night to get you thinking about warmer weather and spending more time outside. What’s better than a cool evening outside with a fire pit to take the chill off? If you are dreaming of warmer nights to get you through the winter, these fire pits may help your dreams [...]

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Fabulous Christmas ornaments ~ april’s picks

December 8, 2011
Fabulous Christmas ornaments ~ april's picks

Christmas trees are everywhere you turn, on corner lots, tree farms and even at Costco! We always have a live tree and are getting ours this weekend. I love getting all of the ornaments out and layering the tree with memories. I combine meaningful ornaments with pretty ornaments to make our tree “ours.” While I [...]

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colors I love this month

December 1, 2011
colors I love this month

New month, new colors to highlight and love! The colors I’m loving this month are teal  and bronze. They are yummy together or used on their own to add a new pop of color to your rooms. Sometimes all a room needs is a few new pillows, a new rug or the addition of a [...]

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thanksgiving table centerpieces ~ april’s picks

November 10, 2011
thanksgiving table centerpieces ~ april's picks

In addition to the enjoying delicious food and spending the day with family, I also love Thanksgiving because I have the opportunity to decorate the table. Every year I set it up a bit different, but the same basic “rules” apply. I keep my centerpieces low in height to enable easy food passing food and [...]

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Colors I love this month

November 3, 2011
Colors I love this month

I love color so it’s very hard to pick a fave, but often something catches my eye and I can’t stop thinking about those colors! This month those colors are emerald green and plum/dark purple. Jewel tones are everywhere this fall – from fashion and kitchen to home decor and paint colors. If you haven’t [...]

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i love expanding furniture ~ april’s picks

September 19, 2011
i love expanding furniture ~ april's picks

If you’ve ever worked with me you know I love a nesting table (that is such a strange thing to say, huh?). Most living and family rooms can benefit from side tables that nest under one another, creating multiple table options that take up the space of one. That’s why I love them! Spread them [...]

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DIY photo gallery tool

September 14, 2011
DIY photo gallery tool

Finding the right placement and arrangement for your art and photos can be tricky and overwhelming. I know this because I am often called in to assist clients in arranging photo wall displays. The topic is also one of my most popular type of blog posts. In an effort to help you out with your [...]

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Dramatic photo wall – photo and wall art by Mary Gardella, Love Life Images

June 29, 2006
Dramatic photo wall - photo and wall art by Mary Gardella, Love Life Images
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Pillows – mixing patterns

June 29, 2006
Pillows - mixing patterns

client testimonial “I really love everything you came up with during our consultation. I wasn’t so sure about the orange at first, but I am really excited about it now. It’s just like last time…as soon as you leave, I think, “Why didn’t I think of that?” You’re brilliant.”

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Showhouse room – 2010

June 29, 2006
Showhouse room - 2010

client testimonial “April is a fun and knowledgeable designer who takes the stress out of finding just the right match for your home design needs. I have used April for both exterior and interior work and have been thrilled with the results every time!”

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