resolutions at home
Happy New Year!
I hope you had a wonderful holiday and are feeling fresh for a new year and all that 2010 has to bring!
I’m personally using some of these ideas from one of my favourite blogs: Hooked on Houses, to make some resolutions for my life at home. It isn’t too late for you too!
I LOVE these ideas:
1. Stop resenting what your house isn’t and start appreciating what it is. There is always something to be thankful for!
2. Respect it enough not to clutter it up with things you don’t really like or need.
3. Have a comfortable chair in a quiet corner where you can read and recharge.
4. Turn the TV off and your favorite music on.
5. Keep fresh flowers on your kitchen windowsill in glass jars or bud vases.
6. Try eating dinner by candlelight, with music, for no special reason. And use your best dishes.
7. Create character where there isn’t any–crown molding works wonders!
8. Surround yourself with your favorite “happy colors,” whether they’re trendy or not.
9. Display something from your childhood that you treasure.
10. Don’t try to replicate the look of a model home. Strive to create spaces that exude warmth, love, comfort, and peace.
Comments
Hi Cobi,
I’m working towards your points #1 and #2 during 2010. Simplify! (it’s my resolution)
As for bringing in “happy colours,” I’ve been focusing on that one too! Getting a bit tired of grey, beige and taupe…
Happy New Year. Congratulations on a wonderful website. I have found you only today and look forward to reading everything on your site. I have been really missing your point of view and your page from House and Home since your departure. I have been a subscriber since 1992 and it’s not the same without you! You brought soul to the magazine and a very thoughtful perspective on ‘what is a home’. I’m so happy that you’re back in the world of design and all the best in 2010.
Good and sensible suggestions! Happy new Year Cobi. All the best for a fabulous 2010!