We recently received some inspiring pictures that depict Eline Pellinkhof’s fun cross-stick wall embroideries. Eline Pellinkhof’s Wall Embroidery is a cheerful way to decorate your walls using a chic handmade pattern. The artist is a Netherlands-based craft material and fabric patterns freelance designer and her talent shows throughout her work. The cross-stitch murals were all done by hand, but Eline has designed a stencil that helps anyone decorate the walls with the beautiful and creative pattern. The stencil will be available starting October on Eline’s website. Paint it on the walls, on canvas or fabric, the wall embroidery will look fabulous!  If you want to see a video of the photo shoot for her Wall Embroidery, scroll down to the end of the post and enjoy! The photos were taken by photographer Hans Guldemond and capture the essence of Eline’s talent. What do you think about the wall embroidery?












Source: http://freshome.com/2011/08/17/innovative-decorating-idea-eline-pellinkhofs-wall-embroidery-video/

Innovative Decorating Idea: Eline Pellinkhof’s Wall Embroidery [Video]

In our busy home life we are always trying to find ways to expedite daily chores. A dishwasher is a luxury to some and a necessity for others. The ability to wash dishes in a shorter amount of time, without slaving at the kitchen sink can save time and your hands! If you are in the market for a dishwasher, the size of your kitchen, the amount of water you wish to consume and the aesthetics should be considered.  Read on to see how to choose the perfect dishwasher for your home.

• Determine how much space you have: The size of your kitchen and space for a dishwasher will dictate whether it is feasible for your household.  Dishwashers come in variable sizes for under counter full size model and compact, over the counter models. If you decide to get a full size model, it will need to be connected to a water line, usually adjacent to a sink.  While, a counter top model will also need to be connected to a water line and you will need space on the counter for it to be housed.
• Do your homework: Appliance shopping requires homework specific to your household, budget, aesthetic style and end user satisfaction. Visit your local appliance store and shop online to arm yourself with information before purchasing. If you have a large family, consider buying an energy efficient full size dishwasher that will use less water and electricity than conventional ones. For smaller households, or if you don't use a lot of dishes, consider buying a smaller model to suit your smaller capacity need.

• More amenities usually mean more cost: When shopping for dishwashers consider the amenities and the cost.  The more washing, rinsing, and soaking cycles, the higher the price will generally be. Remember, unless you are buying the top of the line dishwasher, the more amenities could mean more water consumption and electricity.  Extra features like sanitizing, high heat drying and time delay are feature that will be more expensive, but also could help you in your home.  The decision will be yours as to whether the amenities outweigh the budget increase.

• Two other types of dishwashers: A drawer dishwasher is also available that enables the user to wash a smaller amount of dishes in a drawer fashion.  Usually seen in higher end homes for their convenience and are usually placed in a kitchen that has a full size dishwasher as well.  Drawer dishwashers are a good choice for those who entertain a lot or want the versatility of doing smaller loads. The fourth style is a portable dishwasher. Called so because it can be moved from a corner and manually connected to the sink with a hose. This works best for small apartments that don't already have plumbing installed for a dishwasher. These dishwashers are more compact than a full size dishwasher, and are good for those who relocate homes a lot.

The choice of four different style dishwashers gives your home the ability to afford any type to fit your home.  Your budget, size of area in your kitchen and lifestyle can help you determine which you will choose. Dishwashers can help you make your home life easier and less hectic by adding an 'extra set of hands' and reduces the time you spend doing the dishes. Follow these tips to find the perfect dishwasher for your family and home.
Freshome reader's do you own a dishwasher? Do you find it a necessity or luxury in your home? What factors did you consider when buying your dishwasher?  Leave us your comment below.


Source: http://freshome.com/2011/08/17/how-to-choose-the-perfect-dishwasher-for-your-home/

How to Choose the Perfect Dishwasher for your Home

Forget boring dinners but watch your step! The Marbelous Dining Table can enhance your interaction with this kind of furniture. Featuring carved tracks for shinny marbles, the dining table’s design guides each marble down to its base. Designed by young Dutch design studio Ontwerpduo, the Marbelous Dining Table is made out of maple wood. One of the designers, Tineke Beunders, describes the inspiration for the fantastic dining table: “The world of adults furniture and the world children’s toys don’t seem to belong together. From my childhood I remember it was always exiting to combine these two. I used the woodcarvings of furniture as a playfield for my puppets, to play in a new world. With this feeling in mind we created a concept for a new piece of furniture.” This is how the Marbelous Dining Table came in existence – a combination of beautiful craftsmanship and fun marble tracks that keep you relaxed and allows you to enjoy each marble sliding down to the bottom of the table. Scroll down to see a video of the table and enjoy the photos taken by Lisa Klappe.








Source: http://freshome.com/2011/08/17/marbelous-dining-table-combines-fun-and-function-video/

Marbelous Dining Table Combines Fun and Function [Video]

Summer is about taking time off, enjoying good weather and healthy relaxation time. Well at least it should be. This is why for today we decided to put together 30 of the most inspiring outdoor canopy beds ideas out there that we believe could make your summer a dream one. These baldaquins inspire peace, shade and nature time. As you can see from the photos below, most of them are located in picturesque environments, whether we are talking about lush gardens, natural ponds or fantastic pools. We like each and everyone of them, from the king-sized beds floating on water to the more rustic ones, reminding of comfortable hammocks. Add a small design-matching table for fresh lemonade or fancy cocktails and you are on a secured path to sweet relaxation. Take your time, enjoy the photos, and at the end tell us which one you like best!

Source: http://freshome.com/2011/08/16/30-outdoor-canopy-beds-ideas-for-a-romantic-summer/

30 Outdoor Canopy Beds Ideas for a Romantic Summer