Emerald Interiors

Love the simplicity and the sparkle of white and crystals!

Hallowe'en adds some fun into the fall, briefly taking our minds away from the upcoming cold seasons in the months ahead. Whether you are into pretty wreaths and garlands, batty about bats and spooky things, or creating the mood with lighting and scents, here are some tips to get you there. My own Hallowe'en decorating ranges from simple funky jack-o-lanterns outside and spooky music from an open window, to a gigantic spiderweb complete with spiders covering the front of my house and a "cemetery" created on the front lawn. What are your favourite ways to decorate for Hallowe'en?

From rattan and macramé to velvets and retro appliances, everything old is new again! Not surprising in the world of design and décor, colours, styles and textures change as one era morphs into another. Keep in mind, you don't have to go all-in. Keep the velvet settee from your parents' (or your own) house, warm up the greys, add the macramé basket your mom made that's been stored in a closet, wallpaper one feature wall in a fabulous design you love. Have fun! I'm here to help if you need me.

Art is the finishing touch, the jewellery of your room. A well-chosen, well-placed pieceor several pieces properly arrangedcompletes the space, enhancing and balancing the room. A few tips and rules to make this happen In any space.

Steve Foran's Gratitude at Work goal is to inspire 1 Billion happier people through the practice of #gratefulleadership and his awesome new book "Surviving to Thriving." Sounds simple? Whether you are a business owner or CEO, a parent, a community volunteer, a part-time employee, you lead and influence other people, and those you lead need you to thrive. "Work on being grateful and everything else comes after."