Being that a Christmas song just came on the overheard radio in a store I was in, I guess it’s time to admit that the holidays are near. Only about 7.5 weeks, is that right? I don’t mind that the holidays are coming, I’m just not looking forward to the cold weather. And shopping. What are your thoughts on the fast-approaching holiday season?

Luckily, West Elm has some fabulous and affordable metallic pillows that can coordinate with your decor for the holidays and then camp out and shine bright for the rest of the year. I’m loving the way the silver and gold reflect off the candle holders and other metallic accessories in both of the rooms above. I had been avoiding looking at any West Elm catalogs or visiting their website because I knew I’d find 109 things that I need to buy. These three pillows are going on that list!

Have you started getting your decorations ready or are you in holiday denial??

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Tile on the floor is admittedly not one of my absolute faves, but tile on the ceiling – why not?!

In the kitchen above, silver embossed ceiling tiles separate the kitchen area from the connected room – which I’m assuming is a dining area of some sort. The kitchen is not that spacious in size, so the ceiling tiles give it a personality of its own, separate from the rest of the home. Plus, it coordinates nicely with the appliances, island counter top and other accents throughout the kitchen.

What do you think of these ceiling tiles? Do you love this look or would you prefer a different look on your ceiling?

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Due to the lack of Internet from the storm this week, I’m forgoing the Weekly Six and opting for a fun DIY instead. I’ll catch up on all my reading by next week, I promise!!

If you’re spending some time home this weekend, this is a fun DIY that you can put together quickly and then go back to finish the various layers in between activities or chores. All you need is some champagne glasses – or even wine glasses would look great too – doilies, and ModPodge. To view the tutorial for this fun DIY, check out Fabric Paper Glue.

I love the glamorous look that these doilies add to the glasses, don’t you?

Today we’re back in action with a product pick that is both stylish and functional. Can’t go wrong with a product like that!

What we have here is the Branch Coat Hanger by Authentics. Made using FSC certified Oak wood, the Branch was designed as a way to utilize empty wall space by giving people a place to throw their clothes from the day, rather than hanging them over the back of a chair or tossing them to the floor when undressing at night.

It can also be used in a foyer or hallway to greet guests with a contemporary and convenient place to hang their coats, hats, scarves, etc.

What do you think of the Branch Coat Hanger? Do you have a place to hang this stylish item?

I apologize for the missing post yesterday. Although, I was fortunate enough to not lose power from Hurricane Sandy, I did lose cable, internet and telephone so I wasn’t able to post anything here. I am still amazed that we didn’t lose power – as almost everyone around us lost power and still do not have power.

Now that I am sitting in Dunkin’ Donuts mooching their Internet, it is unbelievable to browse through the images from the aftermath of the Hurricane. The Jersey Shore, NYC, Connecticut – the damage is just outrageous. My prayers are with everyone experiencing the destruction of this horrible storm.

In fact, I was so busy worrying about the Hurricane and how it would affect us in North NJ that I almost forgot it was Halloween today! That could be because they seem to have cancelled it in my town, so I won’t be expecting any trick or treaters tonight. How about you? Do you have any plans for the holiday?

I’ll be back tomorrow with regular posts – starting with a fabulous product pick!

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It’s always a treat to have a day when you can sleep in late or spend a little extra time in bed. Now that Hurricane Sandy is about to hit the East Coast, and in NJ/NY almost everything is closed and/or cancelled, it’s a bit strange to be forced to stay home all day – when there’s not much else to do but lay in bed all day! But hey, as long as we stay safe – I’m not complaining!

I can’t take my eyes off of the Weather Channel and we’re all set up with flashlights, candles, sump pumps and a generator. We’ve got more food and water than we can probably eat. Yesterday, at the grocery store, there wasn’t any bread, batteries or milk left. It was so eerie to see all of the empty shelves. Many people say it is the media hype that makes people crazy, but when you think about the worst case scenario with flooding and being out of power for a week or more, it is a bit daunting. I guess we’ll see what happens – how right the media is about this storm.

What about you guys – are any of you in the path of Hurricane Sandy? Are you hunkering down with cozy covers and comfort food? If you are, I hope you stay safe as the storm worsens.

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