Tag Archives: Renovation

It all started with a mirror

Posted on April 10, 2015 by The Inspired Nester

Last weekend, hubby is standing at the kitchen counter writing a TO DO list for things he wants to get done around the house. He then made a fatal error… HIM: “Is there anything you want done around the house?”. … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle | Tagged basement, Bathroom, design, Home, Mirror, Renovation | Leave a comment

Beach Inspired-Tile

Posted on August 29, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Our little place in the sun at Nanny Estates will be undergoing a bit of a makeover the next few months. A fresh coat of paint over the entire interior, white washing of the stairs and ceiling beams, and some … Continue reading →

Posted in HomeStyle | Tagged Bathroom, Beach, cabarete, Cabarete Beach Houses, Colour, design, dominican republic, Home, Kitchen, Mosaic, Pattern, Pool, Renovation, Shower, The Nanny Estates, Tile, vacation home, vacation rental | Leave a comment

I’m in love again….

Posted on July 29, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Over the years my decor style has changed. *now there’s a shocker* I’ve gone from country floral and all things home-made, to ethnic-full on jewel tones, buddhas, & elephants…..to where I am today which is a mish mash of all … Continue reading →

Posted in HomeStyle | Tagged Annie Sloan Paint, Bed, Bedroom, Bliss, Colour, Decor, design, Four poster, Home, Interior, Makeover, Renovation, restful, Vintage Squirrel | 9 Comments

Finding Paradise….and yourself

Posted on April 30, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

I love stories where a woman comes into her own….especially when it includes finding paradise in another country. While on a recent holiday I made use of my relaxing down time and read the wonderful book “Finding Me in France“. … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, Beach House, Books, Humour, Life Journeys, travel, Vacation, Video | Tagged Bliss, Bobbi French, cabarete, dominican republic, France, Home, Italy, Life, Living Abroad, Provence, Relax, Renovation, Tuscany, Wish | 2 Comments

Lighting for the home…

Posted on March 4, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Over the weekend we made a trip to a newly opened lighting store in our city. Wow. Was I ever surprised by the spectacular choices available to us in this little store….we no longer have to make special trips into … Continue reading →

Posted in HomeStyle | Tagged Bathroom, Bedroom, Chandelier, Decor, design, Exterior, Home, Interior, Kitchen, Lantern, Lighting, Pendant, Renovation, Shopping | 2 Comments

Dreaming of a Master Bathroom: “The Plan”

Posted on February 6, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Our home here in Alberta has been undergoing change since possession day last May (2012). It’s an older home built in 1979 with a backyard backing onto the forest. When I first walked into it with the realtor, I just … Continue reading →