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The Fun and Function of Fabulous Faux Finishes: Wood!

The Fun and Function of Fabulous Faux Finishes: Wood!

  Debra Disman Principal, ArtiFactory Studio In recent articles, I have shared about several Faux Finishing  techniques that are part of the magic of decorative painting.  Remember, the term “faux” means fake or false in French, but as regards to the art of faux finishing, that is actually a good thing!

Gemini: Communicator or Chatterbox?

Gemini: Communicator or Chatterbox?

by Jamie Kahl SF Bay Area Astrologer The Best and the Worst of Gemini Gemini (May 21-June 21) people are famous for their wit and their love of words and communication. But how do you know when you’re talking too much and boring your listeners?

Intuitive Signs Create Exponential Results

Intuitive Signs Create Exponential Results

by Elinor Stutz CEO, Smooth Sale Entrepreneurial life has taught me to give more credence to my feelings, intuitive thought and “signs” of what is most important. I had a deep dark secret for the past 9 years that only recently I allowed to come to light.  And by sharing in the daylight, new possibilities

Don’t Just Clean Your House, Clean Up Your Finances

Don’t Just Clean Your House, Clean Up Your Finances

by Lynn Ballou Certified Financial Planner ™  CFP Board Ambassador-SF Bay Area Consumer Advocate Lynn Ballou Offers Top 10 Tips for Getting Your Financial House in Order! While tax season is in full bloom and we are all up to our elbows in statements, receipts and 1099s, it’s a great time to rethink and reorganize [...]

This red “feature” wall draws the eye into the space and makes the dining area an inviting destination of this multi-purpose room.

Update Your Home Decor with these Easy Ideas that Make a Difference!

by Beryn Hammil SF Bay Area Interior Designer Difference: a change that has an effect. If  “difference” means “change that has an effect,” then making a difference means actively doing something for a change to achieve that effect. From the perspective of the appearance of our homes,

Faux Finishing: The Fun and Function of Fabulous Faux!

Faux Finishing: The Fun and Function of Fabulous Faux!

by Debra Disman Principal, ArtiFactory Studio What does the term “Faux Finishing” actually mean? The word “faux” (pronounced “foe”) is a French word meaning false or fake. Originally, Faux Finishing

5 Ways Pisces is Oceanic

5 Ways Pisces is Oceanic

by Jamie Kahl SF Bay Area Astrologer  You already know that Pisces (February 19-March 21) is the sign of the fish.  This is no accident.  In some ways, Pisceans are like ocean creatures, in some ways they are like the ocean itself.

Goal Setting: Time to Reset!

Goal Setting: Time to Reset!

by Kristin Southwick CA Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist January seems to come and go, and before you know it…it’s February.  Despite all of our good intentions, New Year’s resolutions have often dissolved!  We may find ourselves feeling disappointed or discouraged that we were not able to keep true to our resolutions. Sometimes life events [...]

Small Business Challenges: From Chaos to Fortune

Small Business Challenges: From Chaos to Fortune

Have you ever second-guessed yourself?  I’m willing to bet the answer is yes.  Entrepreneurs have a tough uphill mountain of knowledge to conquer. 

Flower Power:  From Winter Blah’s to Blooms of Cheer!

Flower Power: From Winter Blah’s to Blooms of Cheer!

I’m generally a cheerful person, but even I have a hard time keeping a smile on my face in the depths of January and February.   Luckily I work with beautiful flowers in wonderful colors, which makes it easier to get through this rather bare season. 

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