by admin | Jul 6, 2017 | Decorating, Home, Home staging, Selling, Staging
A vignette is that “extra something” that can turn an ordinary room into a special space tugging at the heart strings of buyers. Home stagers use vignettes to emotional connect buyers to a space by grouping small decor together on a surface that tells a...
by admin | Jun 29, 2017 | Decorating, Entertaining, Home
The 4th of July festivities begin this weekend, are you ready to celebrate America? This year we’re skipping hosting the big party, for a small intimate gathering. So, I’m on the hunt for some easy, stylish decor, food, drink and activity ideas to...
by admin | Jun 26, 2017 | Home, Lifestyle
If you’ve been following our journey online, then chances are you’ve stumbled across my husband, Sal Arena. Today (well, actually June 27th) we get to celebrate you as you enter into your 45th year of life! You’ve never wanted to be thrown into the...
by admin | Jun 22, 2017 | Home, Home staging, Selling, Staging
Choose your words carefully when it comes to listing a property. Neighborhood and property characteristics can positively influence the sale of a house when presented properly. The right phrase could create a buzz that will navigate more buyers to the home for sale...
by admin | Jun 19, 2017 | Decorating, Home, Home staging, Lifestyle, Staging
The summer solstice happens this week officially starting my favorite season in the U.S., summer, which means we’re spending more time outdoors – gardening in the yard, jumping in the pool, firing up the barbecue, dining al fresco and soaking up the summer sun....
by admin | Jun 15, 2017 | Decorating, Home, Home staging, Selling, Staging
Selling your home can be challenging because it’s all in the details. There are projects to complete, showings to schedule, not to mention, maintaining the home while on the market to attract potential buyers. Details, many times, fall to wayside during daily...
by admin | Jun 12, 2017 | Home, Lifestyle
We’ve been benefiting from the veggies in our garden for nearly five years now. Yes, I live in Queens, NY but my roots are from a farm back in Central Jersey — so this city girl knows a thing or two about starting a vegetable garden. The benefits of...
by admin | Jun 5, 2017 | Home, Lifestyle
It’s my birthday on Tuesday, a time to reflect (not dwell) on life’s past and cherish the moments I’ve set out to create. [You don’t have the right to complain about your life, if you’re not willing to change anything.] Words I’ve come to live by. Change is the...
by admin | Jun 1, 2017 | Home, Lifestyle
Can you believe it’s June already? I think I’m having a mid-year crisis, how about you? If you’re feeling a bit defeated about not accomplishing a goal or adopting that new habit or resolution you set back in January — don’t worry...
by admin | May 25, 2017 | Decorating, Home, Home staging, Selling, Staging
When a home is on the market, it’s all about creating a light and bright feel throughout the space to welcome buyers with your home lighting. A home seller can do this in a number of ways by utilizing natural light, painting and adding more indoor lighting. The more...