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Kay Ellen
Inland Empire-Southern California
Interior Designer
Interests: Interior Designer, Published Photographer & Writer, Artful Stylist, Vintage Shop Owner, Special Events & Floral Artistry, Midnight Crafter
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Thank you Jenelle~~~ for popping by! You know roman shades seem to be one of my popular (timeless) window treats these days! Have a blessed & creative week! Kay Ellen
Toggle Commented May 13, 2013 on Dressing Up Your Windows at Kay Ellen
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Simple mementos of love can melt a Mother's heart ... Fresh cut sweetpeas can brighten your day... A sip of coffee and hugs from loved ones can be a real treat ... Have a beautiful and blessed Mother's Day! Proverbs... Continue reading
Posted May 12, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Springtime is a very busy time of the year for my Mom and I with our window-covering business. You can really change a windows appearance with adding beautiful fabrics and designing creative window treatments. Arched cornices with a single side... Continue reading
Posted May 3, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Spreading a little cheer, HAPPY MAY DAY! :Kay Ellen Continue reading
Posted May 1, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Steps away~~~ from Laguna Beach. Steps away~~~ from an artists creative canvas. Steps away~~~ from finding seashells. Steps away~~~ from the boardwalk. Steps away~~~ from a favorite Scandinavian bakery. Steps away~~~ from an enchanting chandelier. Steps away~~~ from feeling like... Continue reading
Posted Apr 27, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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One of my favorite past times is spending time in the garden, today I dressed up my vintage beach-cruiser ... all ready for Spring. Some of you have seen this treasure before but now, with it's its fresh new look,... Continue reading
Posted Apr 16, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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A few days behind but {Happy April} blogging friends. I hope you have a great weekend and enjoy the signs of Spring in your surroundings. :Kay Ellen Continue reading
Posted Apr 5, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Thankful for forgiveness at the cross... Easter Blessings to you all! If you are need some last minute creative ideas for Easter stop by my Pins on PINTEREST :Kay Ellen Continue reading
Posted Mar 29, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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A fresh cut bouquet of flowers can put a smile on my face. Do you find inspiration in the garden? Have a wonderful first day of Spring! :Kay Ellen Continue reading
Posted Mar 20, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Happy March friends! I am feeling a little Spring Fever! You too? Looking forward to longer days filled with sunshine... Outdoor dining Inviting walks while our hills are still green A perfect location for a picnic Very happy to be... Continue reading
Posted Mar 1, 2013 at Kay Ellen
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Happy New Year! Christmas and New Year's past by very quickly at our home ... I usually wait until after the New Year to take down all my decorations but because we were moving everything came down on December 26th.... Continue reading
Posted Jan 14, 2013 at Kay Ellen
Thank you Elaine! 15 years of stuff is a little over whelming at the moment~~~ but it will be great when we move..love simplifying :)) xo Kay
Toggle Commented Dec 30, 2012 on Short and Sweet at Kay Ellen
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I am keeping this blog post short and sweet... Wishing you all a Happy New Year! The end of December for my family will include lots of boxes, bubble wrap, old newspapers and take out meals. U-haul boxes are being... Continue reading
Posted Dec 27, 2012 at Kay Ellen
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I am wrapping Christmas presents today but I should be packing boxes...lot's of boxes! We're moving in a few short days, yes days! Crazy, right? I'm not sure if there is ever a perfect time to move but escrow is... Continue reading
Posted Dec 20, 2012 at Kay Ellen
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I enjoy finding unusual old pieces at flea markets or swap meets. Some people would see this mechanics cart as junk but I see it as a treasure. Are you done sprucing up your home for the holidays? I have... Continue reading
Posted Dec 10, 2012 at Kay Ellen
Oh my goodness this is just precious Susan :)) Kay
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Thank you Sally and I have a lot more light bulbs I can use as gift toppers for wrapping this year :))
Toggle Commented Dec 8, 2012 on Burnt Out Bulbs at Kay Ellen
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I went to my first Christmas gathering last night ... of course I am the last minute person frantically looking for ribbons and pretty things to wrap up my goodies I was bringing... I looked on the floor of the... Continue reading
Posted Dec 4, 2012 at Kay Ellen
Hi Nicole, Sorry not sure why but I am just seeing your comments... I found the grapevine cones at a flea market last year... but you could make a cone topiary with grapevine wreaths and a tomato wire frame turned upside down wind it around maybe even mix in some silk or fresh garland to fill up the space too :)) xo Kay Ellen
Toggle Commented Dec 4, 2012 on Christmas at Home at Kay Ellen
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Thank you LV!! Happy Dec. 1st & Pink Saturday! Kay Ellen
Toggle Commented Dec 1, 2012 on Ready or Not at Kay Ellen
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Thank you Christine!!
Toggle Commented Dec 1, 2012 on Ready or Not at Kay Ellen
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Thank you Sharon :) I hope you all have a great show down in Rainbow!! xo Kay
Toggle Commented Dec 1, 2012 on Ready or Not at Kay Ellen
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Ready or not... here comes December! I added holiday decor and decorated christmas trees for clients this week... and I also fluffed and added special touches to the antique shop... Our Holiday Open House is this weekend at Forget-Me-Not Antiques!... Continue reading
Posted Nov 30, 2012 at Kay Ellen
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So, so dear Vanessa :)) Love it! I can't wait to pick up the magazine and read your article too! Hope all is well with you! My longtime blogging friend:)) xo Kay Ellen
Thank you, so sweet of you to stop by~~~Terie! I love taking photos with my real camera equipment but my goodness it is so nice to just snap a quick photo in the moment with my phone for fun!I Best way to learn is just play around with the program, thats what I did and now I am hooked! Kay Ellen
Toggle Commented Nov 28, 2012 on Blue Monday at Kay Ellen
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