Ship Ahoy! The Nautical Touch in Your Outdoor Living SpaceWritten by Debbie Rodgers
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Furniture Ship-board fixtures are often made of sleek, highly varnished wood and always make most of available space. Replicate look on your deck with built-in benches. As a bonus, build storage units under seats. For additional portable seating, use wooden and canvas deck chairs or captain's stools. Lighting Brass ship lanterns, of course! Although originals are collectibles, there are many attractive reproductions available. Use a traditional oil-burning unit or opt for a candle-lit look. Motif The easiest way to carry a nautical theme is with use of ship-board motifs such as anchors, barometers, weather vanes, sandglasses and seaman's chests. Other useful motifs for an outdoor space include boat pennants, oars and models or images of sailboats. Choose one or two and collect them in various materials. Or re-create a ship's deck by acquiring one of each kind and displaying them in realistic positions throughout your space. Put your deck in ship-shape this summer, listen to snap of canvas in wind and dream on of high seas.
Debbie Rodgers, the haven maven, owns and operates Paradise Porch, and is dedicated to helping people create outdoor living spaces that nurture and enrich them. Her latest how-to guide “Attracting Butterflies to Your Home and Garden” is now available on her web site. Visit her at www.paradiseporch.com and get a free report on “Eight easy ways to create privacy in your outdoor space”. Mail to debbie@paradiseporch.com
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or shelves that can cause accidents. One other important thing to consider while placing crib is to avoid picture frames or any other items that can fall on baby. Here crib is placed against wall away from window with a light mesh canopy hung from ceiling. The canopy is securely fastened from a hook to prevent accidents. The canopy with its pale yellow hue and ruffle edges adds a delicate touch to crib. A traditional white wicker bassinet with blue gingham ribbon details stands out against colorful background. This affordable bassinet from Wal-Mart is an outstanding choice; two wicker baskets provide extra storage.. The room has both a bed and a crib and as baby grows this arrangement will ease transition from "baby bed" to "big-boy bed." As a concerned parent, it's also nice to have a spot where Mom or Dad can sleep near baby. Accessories such as picture frames, lamps and artwork, are a great way to add fun, pattern and color without much expense. Room accessories like distressed white wooden letters hung from blue gingham ribbon add a distinctive, personal touch to nursery When designing a nursery, creating a cute themed room is important but creating an intellectually stimulating, safe, spacious environment should be central focus.Visit www.exquisiterugs.com to find unique kids room accessories.www.exquisterugs.com has a wide selection of kids rugs in different price range,styles,colors and patterns.A number of kids room accessories like kids decorative pillows, personalized kids room decor, frames and other decor items are available.
Tasneem Mirza is the Managing Partner of Exquisite Rugs LLC. and member of AWBA, NJWBA and Beta Gamma Alpha- honors society for business students. Under the leadership of Tasneem Mirza, Exquisite Rugs launched in April 2002 has gained increased recognition. Tasneem Mirza has indebt knowledge of the rug industry. For questions related to rugs or Exquisite Rugs products please feel free to contact her.
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