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Beautiful home accessories

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:22:00 +0000

I saw these at grahamandgreen and loved them,aren't they pretty?

Beauty In The Far North Of Kenya

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000

Image via africancolors

Fine art photographs by a British Photographer John Kenny are very beutiful. I saw this photo from africancolors and loved it. There are more on his website here. Enjoy the beauty of Africa.

colors, colors, colors...

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:49:00 +0000

Images courtesy of wohnidee.wunderweib

You can't go wrong when you have good colors and good organisation skills when you are decorating!These pics from wohnidee.wunderweib magazine woowed me. I wish I could read and understand Danish. So beautifu!l I hope they have inspired you to put more colors when you are decorating. What color combination do you like most?

Beautiful Candles

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:31:00 +0000

Images via tokoloshe

Aren't these so pretty? They are made by tokoloshe.

Awesome!

Decorating by color...

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:53:00 +0000

Images via marthastewart

I saw these via marthastewart and liked them,I thought the colors are beautiful and peaceful what do you think?

My artwork: Imaginary flowers designs on canvas

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 04:06:00 +0000

Images copyright absolutelyawesomethings

My artwork,handdrawn imaginary flowers on canvas.Enjoy!

Very interesting! An email from a Mother to Son

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:14:00 +0000

I came across this note from a Mother to Son at ryanneyes.tumblr about the kids of 1930s,40s,50,60 and 70s. I really loved it ! I think I loved it so much because it reminds me of my childhood in Tanzania,it was funny! just playing outside with friends, just being kids, no computers games, no so much restrictions, no worries! Hope you like it!A big thumbs up for this Mother for telling this so nicely.Enjoy!

This is how it starts:
My mom e-mailed this to me.
No matter what our kids and the new generation think about us, WE ARE AWESOME! OUR LIFE IS LIVING PROOF!TO ALL THE KIDS WHO SURVIVED THE 1930s, ’40s, ’50s, ’60s and ’70s!First, we survived being born to mothers who may have smoked and/or drank while they were pregnant. They took aspirin, ate blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and didn’t get tested for diabetes.Then, after that trauma, we were put to sleep on our tummies in baby crib....more

My fine art pics / mixed media

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:33:00 +0000

laced
blue

3 spiral

ballerina

" layers and an eye"

coil and patches

toes

All images above copyright of absolutelyawesomethings

Photos taken (at different angles) from a medium size mixed media art I did a couple of months ago .Enjoy!

Awesome stationery!

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:23:00 +0000

All images courtesy of ginkopapers

I came across these pretty stationery from ginkopapers

and liked them alot.Then I thought I should post them for my readers who may want to send fall greetings and gifts to family and friends. Arent they pretty?! I think so too. Check them out and enjoy!

Japanese flower arrangement or Ikebana

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:49:00 +0000

All images courtesy of luxfar at flickr

I missed my readers! I hope everyone is fine.

I love Japanese art of flower arrangement or Ikebana as they call it. These pics are by luxfar, aren't these so pretty! I want to learn more about it and I thought you will enjoy it too and may be try it for your home.Here is "how to" information about it from holymtn by Reiko Takenaka that I like.Enjoy it!

All the way to SA

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:54:00 +0000

all above images via elledecoration.co.za

I am a fan of elledecoration South Africa blog. They have so many interesting things worth checking. This time they even have posted a free stencil download (for personal use only).Check them out and have fun!

The beauty of Rwanda

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:46:00 +0000

Young Rwandan ladies perform a harvest dance

Image courtesy of web.worldbank

Images courtesy of rwandabssketsr

I always like to learn different cultures,I remember when I was a teen ,me and my friends at school we used to dance a traditional Rwandan dance (not quite well as they dance themselves). Their traditional dance is awesome so as their dresses.They dance gracefully,so beautiful to watch.Today I remembered those days and I wanted to share it with you. Here is Rwandan girls dance video I found on youtube.Hope you gonna like it. I also like their beautiful baskets,check out more at rwanda baskets.Which culture do you like?Enjoy the video!

Bringing Summer Style into Your Home Décor

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:44:00 +0000

All 4 images courtesy of Living Rooms Direct

The 4th of July is right around the corner and there isn’t a better way to celebrate the beginning of summer than with an updated collection of home décor, accents and accessories. The biggest concern among homeowners and renters is the idea of breaking the bank to achieve the stylish look they’re going for during the warm summer months. The key for a home accessories upgrade is to go outside the box in terms of design in order to add a refreshing energy to your collection.

Living Rooms Direct, a home furniture site that is known for more than just their living room furniture collections, offers a modern line of accessories that are sure to add zest to any home. The notNeutral home décor collection includes a variety of kitchen accessories that are perfect for all of the weekend barbecues that you’ve been planning this summer. One of their most popular products this is the Round Melamine Tray due to its durable construction for the outdoors, variety of colors, and overall versatility.

Match one of notNeutral’s vibrantly colored serving trays with your existing patio décor or choose a shade that adds just the right splash of color to your outdoor space. Not only is this piece functional in a variety of ways but it is also easy to clean after using it at your next dinner party or special occasion. Whether you’re looking to create a decorative centerpiece for an outdoor picnic table or just need a sturdy tray to bring out a pitcher of drinks to your guests, this item is a must for your next big event!

My mom ...on having good name eg. smart women!

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:48:00 +0000

all above images courtesy of smartwomencompany

My Mom used to tell me and siblings that when you say something good about yourself it will eventually happen to you.She also used to say to us that good name makes a good person. She made me believe in these, I can't thank her enough! So when I came across this website called smartwomencompany ,I smiled because I remembered my Sweet Mom's sayings about good name.She is right! see what amazing products these women have (above pics and more on their website) and I realy like their sense of humor on those products.Good job!What good things are you telling your children?!Enjoy!

Do you like beautiful fabrics.....I do!

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:58:00 +0000

Images copyright absolutely awesomethings

I love beautiful fabrics! The minute I see them I start thinking, I would make cushion covers or may be a small quilt for my daughter or do craft etc. etc. These are some of my stocks that I have ready whenever I wanna do sewing or any other art and crafts.Do you like beautiful fabrics too? where do you get them ? may be I can check them out too.Enjoy.

Hint Cards...Best idea for women!

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:22:00 +0000

a bouquet of California grown flowers

Hint cards

a bouquet of California grown flowers

All 4 above images copyright absolutelyawesomethings

Beautiful flowers? I know! I love everything about them, the beauty,the freshness,the nice smell and above all how the make my home look beautiful.
In a recent survey conducted by the California Cut Flower Commission, (CCFC), they found that 42% of women don’t receive flowers as often as they would like. The CCFC has come up with a “Hint Card” to help deserving moms,to drop a hint to spouse,family or a friend that they would like to receive a beautiful bouquet of the world’s freshest flowers, California Grown flowers.

I got these beautiful flowers together with the Hint cards last Thursday.The Hint cards are beautifully decorated,small in size which is a plus and the humor on them will make you smile.I love that!
The debut of these cards in retailers and florists across the state will be later this year so keep your eyes open for these,you don't wanna miss!For more information check out CCFC website. Enjoy!

Beautiful textile collage

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:46:00 +0000

Above 2 images courtesy of amandarichardson

I came across Amanda Richardson beautiful work and really loved it.Aren't these so pretty? I also spotted her video on youtube on how she does these awesome collage. Check her website for more beautiful work. Enjoy!

Beautiful needlepoint

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:39:00 +0000

Image courtesy of hubpages

Isn't this beautiful? I love it,Hubpages first painted the needlepoint canvas with acrylics then stitched it.check more beautiful artwork.Enjoy

Image courtesy of tistheseason

I came across this needlepoint at tistheseason by Cara Sue and liked.Its so beautiful and unique.I love it!

Cashmere sweaters to soft toys

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:29:00 +0000

Do you have cashmere sweater that doesn't fit or is discarded?Do not worry! teddylux has a solution for you!They make these soft toys out of that, brilliant idea ah!Check out more about this at Springwise. What a great way to recycle!Enjoy

Home decor...

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:47:00 +0000

Images courtesy of domestication

Domestication store has lots of nice stuff, the above being some of them,aren't they beautiful?!Check them out.Enjoy!

Tea set...you can't resist!

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:53:00 +0000

All 3 images courtesy of alltheluckintheworld

Aren't these pretty!There are so many beautiful things at alltheluckintheworld. Check them out.Enjoy!

Freeform Crochet

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:44:00 +0000

All 3 images copyright of absolutelyawesomethings

I love freeform crochet! I made those.I encourage you to try it!If you want to learn more about it check out Sylvia Cosh and James Walters' website here.There you gonna get all the info/directions you need to know.Also check out other artists' workat freeformcrochet for inspiration, you gonna be amazed how beautiful they are. Enjoy!

Beautiful Artistic Photographs...

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 19:54:00 +0000

All 4 images courtesy of Friedamaria

I love the work of Friedamaria.Her artistic photographs are very beautiful.Every picture is kind of a suprise, you don't know what to expect,I love that!Check them out and enjoy!

Beautiful accessories

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:36:00 +0000

Gela Votive Holders

Dynasty Canister

Dragon Pillar Holders 15"

Red Flower Tealight Holder

Kai Lanterns

Images courtesy of ZGallerie

Aren't these awesome?!Check them at ZGallerie.

“Better Sleep Month: Sleep and Relationships.”

sophieyk@yahoo.com (Absolutely Awesome Things (AAT)) — Sat, 23 May 2009 03:26:00 +0000

Image courtesy of slipcomfort

Did you know that May is Better Sleep Month?Now you do!Thanks to the Better Sleep Council.They care for us don't they!?For more than 15 years, the Better Sleep Council has declared that May is Better Sleep Month and this year their theme is relationship.

In addition, they conducted a recent Better Sleep Month survey that revealed more than half of Americans are unlikely to take some basic steps to improve the quality of their sleep.

To promote “better sleep between couples”, sleep expert Pete Bils, from Select Comfort, offers tips: Nine Out of Ten Couples Compromise on Comfort.

Plus, Select Comfort is having special deals on beds and bedding accessories in honor of Better Sleep Month. To check out the deals go to sleepnumber. Many thanks to the Better Sleep Council for caring for our health,now the ball is on our court!Check out those tips and lets start enjoying our sleep.