If you’ve ever seen the comedy “Get Him to the Greek,” you may know a song from the feature film called “Furry Walls.” Although set in a very silly context, this song talks about the comfort of carpeted, furry walls. From the moment I saw the movie … [Continue reading]
The Origins of Natural Dyes
January 15 by
Ever wonder where that beautiful red in your rug comes from? If your rug is colored with natural dyes then it could likely come from small insects called Cochineal or Kermes. Natural dyes are often used in hand area rugs because of their bright, … [Continue reading]
Amanda & the Blue Christmas Dream
January 11 by
Winter Break Whimsy At Amanda’s house, winter break normally means a trip up north to visit Grammy and Pop. But, this year, the beloved grandparents came down south to spend the holidays with Amanda and family. Wanting to make this holiday even more … [Continue reading]
When Good Vegetables Go Bad
January 9 by
Reducing our carbon footprint is about more than switching to reusable shopping bag, it's about trying to reduce waste in every corner of our life. Just last week I bought a beautiful bunch of celery for a snack, stuffed it in my fridge and totally … [Continue reading]
Cleaning up Christmas, Pine Needle Pick Up
January 4 by
Still enjoying the beauty of a live Christmas tree? Although there are so many benefits to having a live tree, clean up can be a nightmare. Using a regular vacuum to pick up pine needles doesn't always work, and can cause some serious damage to your … [Continue reading]
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