tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10757688231126042772024-03-12T22:03:55.129-07:00Dollar Store DecorsLifestylist® Suzanne Felber shares fun, inexpensive decorating ideas that ingredients cost less than a latte.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-91964062605508447802022-12-31T21:34:00.003-08:002022-12-31T21:34:13.843-08:00Welcome 2023!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIocOCMMBBICPQn511tGTG4SBXAOfeHeoBGe_kVdmq-qmthRDi-0sTFC-P9WJOWIPYNCXK3ztrqvetX9WJ9r4YTnCeIYIG4XzhxS-Fw1Ev36acDrHwPKOX98-nhHpzweWyUd288lkMOIw5yIIMpSd5mR5iAxGTb6Io02IJNQefIhlXSh7uxdTicEuVpQ/s1080/The%20Lifestylist%20Brands.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIocOCMMBBICPQn511tGTG4SBXAOfeHeoBGe_kVdmq-qmthRDi-0sTFC-P9WJOWIPYNCXK3ztrqvetX9WJ9r4YTnCeIYIG4XzhxS-Fw1Ev36acDrHwPKOX98-nhHpzweWyUd288lkMOIw5yIIMpSd5mR5iAxGTb6Io02IJNQefIhlXSh7uxdTicEuVpQ/s16000/The%20Lifestylist%20Brands.png" /></a></div><br />We can't see what this year will bring!<p></p>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-68777023057611906822022-12-25T11:42:00.005-08:002022-12-25T11:42:35.631-08:00Happy Holidays From The Lifestylist Family!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGd4uPbkvU5oq_OXO3h7vQTJplnrhwsKoZIHYiG8Zx7PtB1nMrZF8oe5qVOEchUziYJIA10HdvD9EQIY9tgJYhb1dFl8lp4ZOQgrBU4ZFYX60BtAc6C_QHnC9GDPQ-MlyNQKJT7o8Tp5L9B-fU3y2as0zUz7Yu7VIf7A2LNcH9xmhClgw9RgWu0-oDeQ/s1080/Green%20Happy%20Holidays%20Frame%20Minimalist%20Instagram%20Post.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGd4uPbkvU5oq_OXO3h7vQTJplnrhwsKoZIHYiG8Zx7PtB1nMrZF8oe5qVOEchUziYJIA10HdvD9EQIY9tgJYhb1dFl8lp4ZOQgrBU4ZFYX60BtAc6C_QHnC9GDPQ-MlyNQKJT7o8Tp5L9B-fU3y2as0zUz7Yu7VIf7A2LNcH9xmhClgw9RgWu0-oDeQ/s16000/Green%20Happy%20Holidays%20Frame%20Minimalist%20Instagram%20Post.png" /></a></div><br />Happy Holidays from our <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com" target="_blank">Lifestylist®</a> family to yours! May it be filled with laughter, love, memories, and of course, great food!<p></p>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-1493894499202168152021-01-01T19:04:00.006-08:002021-01-01T19:04:46.134-08:00Happy 2021!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglPl0KeJdsbgwQU4TX29g-IND2k3ML7YcwTVSs0tg_Y_H0xbM-CcMzoRhm52BCzypvYl9fQV77ak2hv8rQCE7ljt7yxCrWXwtsQW-OZ7aWwcCYrUczpxRHZ83093iUKQPTK5mNmUEXB1P8/s1080/Happy+New+Year+Instagram+Post+Animated+Festive.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglPl0KeJdsbgwQU4TX29g-IND2k3ML7YcwTVSs0tg_Y_H0xbM-CcMzoRhm52BCzypvYl9fQV77ak2hv8rQCE7ljt7yxCrWXwtsQW-OZ7aWwcCYrUczpxRHZ83093iUKQPTK5mNmUEXB1P8/s16000/Happy+New+Year+Instagram+Post+Animated+Festive.png" /></a></div><br /> Happy New Year! Looking forward to an exciting 2021<p></p>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-47979200367012630492020-07-04T19:22:00.001-07:002020-07-04T19:22:25.269-07:00Happy Fourth of July!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0FseM9wrujOxASCQh480mjoCt68DMA95qQQ7TggqsGGBTzORRhSMELFR_lE3LAHvzZHqGr6tRB7a3ZXmYZsquT-9IiRpGHO2ik3cYdblME9tAXTxl256uYiB1Sd8K9IfTfEkGXlDpjRA/s4800/HAWL+Ryan+17.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4800" data-original-width="3200" height="976" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0FseM9wrujOxASCQh480mjoCt68DMA95qQQ7TggqsGGBTzORRhSMELFR_lE3LAHvzZHqGr6tRB7a3ZXmYZsquT-9IiRpGHO2ik3cYdblME9tAXTxl256uYiB1Sd8K9IfTfEkGXlDpjRA/w650-h976/HAWL+Ryan+17.JPG" width="650" /></a></div>There were some great finds at the dollar stores this season - hoping that your shopping went as well as ours did!<div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi6mevsH-KsznCJKoBr1Uacyr2bYA7jumgUPtRQqBEQFUuyuP_xHktrNW3kt535LVgcdOZZzl2tQOZSEDKztKo61e0PnbhZo5Oa83_qJAp55c6183fijsV-UKrOzZK-jjrEKRQjWoacj7K/s7360/HAWL+Catherine+9.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="7360" data-original-width="4912" height="976" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi6mevsH-KsznCJKoBr1Uacyr2bYA7jumgUPtRQqBEQFUuyuP_xHktrNW3kt535LVgcdOZZzl2tQOZSEDKztKo61e0PnbhZo5Oa83_qJAp55c6183fijsV-UKrOzZK-jjrEKRQjWoacj7K/w655-h976/HAWL+Catherine+9.JPG" width="655" /></a></div>Happy Independence Day!</div>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-65336490462695451822019-04-04T17:14:00.001-07:002019-04-04T17:14:38.082-07:00Unusual Art<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the best things about thrifting is the interesting people you meet, and this gentleman definitely qualified. It took me a while, but I was finally able to talk him into selling me these vintage board games for a price that fit with my "latte pricing" - under $6 each! These are going to be perfect artwork to use in a gameroom I am working on, and I've got a great story to go with them.<br />
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For more decorating ideas, be sure and visit our <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/" target="_blank">Lifestylist</a> page.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-33871633725739524432017-08-21T13:10:00.000-07:002017-08-21T13:18:45.641-07:00Thrift Shop Finds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There's nothing we love more than a great deal, and we've been surprised to find dollar store prices on some beautiful items at thrift shops. <a href="http://lulabsdallas.com/" target="_blank">Lula B's</a> in Oak Cliff is one of our favorites, and we found lots of items including silver pieces that were under our "less than a latte" pricing and our <a href="http://www.lifestylistlook.com/" target="_blank">Lifestylist Look</a>.<br />
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It's a great time to get out there and shop!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-61839972259042430532016-03-27T06:01:00.003-07:002019-04-04T16:58:34.042-07:00Great Buys at Goodwill<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Knowing where to shop in different cities is a challenge. Sometimes you don't find a thing and other times you get really lucky.<br />
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As a L<a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/" target="_blank">ifestylist® </a>I do a lot of food styling so all I need is one glass or the perfect plate to make a shot come alive. I've found some of the best places to find beautiful vintage pieces literally for pennies is at <a href="http://www.goodwill.org/" target="_blank">Goodwill</a> and <a href="http://www.salvationarmy.org/" target="_blank">Salvation Army</a>.<br />
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Erie Pennsylvania is a gold mine for me - it's a town with centuries of history behind it so you never know what you'll find. I've been in the mood to do some Spring shots and was thrilled to find these beautiful floral plates and glassware. Talk about a deal - some of the plates were on sale for 28 cents!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-11102622518272519042015-01-25T18:54:00.001-08:002019-04-04T16:58:47.218-07:00Dollar Tree Bargains<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Walking into a dollar store can be intimidating. Aisles upon aisles of products - all just a dollar waiting to be chosen and taken home by you.<br />
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The key to a successful trip to these stores is knowing up front what you need, and only buying things that are worth more than a dollar, and even that is easy to do.<br />
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Plates, dishes and cooking tools are always my favorites, and today I bought everything that my local <a href="http://www.dollartree.com/">Dollar Tree</a> had in their artificial fruit display. Strange sounding purchase after spending the day at the Dallas Farmers Market, but these full sized lemons, apples, and oranges are up to $3.00 each at other stores, and they are perfect for adding color and interest to a kitchen in winter - especially on those higher shelves or kitchen islands.<br />
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I may have spent over $250.00 today (the people in line behind me were not happy) but I've got lots of great accessories for my upcoming <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> Designed homes.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-46903302055222486462014-07-05T08:54:00.001-07:002019-04-04T16:59:25.890-07:00Giving Back To The Community<br />
I had a wonderful opportunity this week - I got to volunteer at <a data-mce-href="http://sharedhousing.org" href="http://sharedhousing.org/">Shared Housing</a>.<br />
I've
been involved in lots of organizations where they just want you to give
or raise money, but Shared Housing let's me work with the people I'm
helping and make a difference.<br />
Thursday I got to play with the
kids while the Mom's learned about budgeting and parenting. And they are
amazing kids - they all take care of each other and appreciate the
smallest things. Shared Housing keeps a "toy room" where new toys are
stored and used as incentives to the kids for good deeds or when it's
their birthday. People tend to be very generous at Christmas time, but
by July the toy room starts getting pretty sparse. I promised the staff
that if they would let the kids get an unexpected trip to the toy room,
the <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylist.com" href="http://lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> team would get to work and re-stock the room with goodies that would help keep the room open for the rest of the year.<br />
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always keep my promises, and I'm happy to report that I'm going to have
a car load full of goodies for the room, and mew sheets blankets, and
kitchen utensils for the Moms. And the best part is that they said I can
come and play with the kids any time :)<br />
Just the smallest things
can make such a difference. We visited our local Dollar Store and the
clearance aisles at our local stores and were able to make our budget go
a long way.<br />
Shared Housing is also getting ready for "School is
Cool". They need to get school supplies and uniforms for 270 children
that are active in the program. They believe that no child should have
to start school without the proper clothes or supplies -these kids have
already gone through enough.<br />
If you would like to help or to make a donation, visit the Shared Housing website or give them a call at: 214-821-8510Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-27762398535879673702013-11-29T07:35:00.001-08:002013-11-29T07:35:51.766-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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All of us at The <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist Brands</a> would like to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. May it be filled with family, friends, love and great food!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-76656353392768501472012-12-30T16:59:00.002-08:002012-12-30T16:59:53.606-08:00Happy HolidaysHappy Holidays from The <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> Brands. Here's hoping that your holidays is shiny and bright!<br />
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<br />Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-38697823274821079142012-02-21T18:45:00.001-08:002012-02-21T18:45:02.726-08:00Mardi Gras Greetings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJ1g2qd7Nlqy7hpvegqC6ER3XdmUD5i-6XjQTWjgpQYch0_Xp99MCS4xvHKC28wlN6-a6r7ekhP87tFiQ-E8Oxp4l4kMs0fLMYnbmLRF-wHp4_5yuJ6h8i3Eu0lDw6KMkC3S30tsmuFyQ/s1600/Daisy_MardiGras++5174.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJ1g2qd7Nlqy7hpvegqC6ER3XdmUD5i-6XjQTWjgpQYch0_Xp99MCS4xvHKC28wlN6-a6r7ekhP87tFiQ-E8Oxp4l4kMs0fLMYnbmLRF-wHp4_5yuJ6h8i3Eu0lDw6KMkC3S30tsmuFyQ/s1600/Daisy_MardiGras++5174.jpg" /></a></div>Daisy loves the <a href="http://www.lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> philosophy of Life Celebrating Style. She is also open to any excuse to wear her favorite hats and attract attention. Mardi Gras Greetings from Daisy the diva dog and the Lifestylist® family!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-2732920722137090862011-12-25T20:11:00.001-08:002011-12-25T20:11:54.709-08:00Happy Holidays From The Lifestylist®<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrjiXK4tgcEzMj7tGtbM_HySjKDQYQXzdgQJZ4dj4tp_NMmj4kY0U_AlLWOWCLci3DEzi9fqXbpsRZJy2UHkWXUjk-ncgE6edov0oRcNv-HscxoFrjgPfjDVm0eUFFB-zXAbGy0sC1WII/s1600/XMAS2011.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="247" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrjiXK4tgcEzMj7tGtbM_HySjKDQYQXzdgQJZ4dj4tp_NMmj4kY0U_AlLWOWCLci3DEzi9fqXbpsRZJy2UHkWXUjk-ncgE6edov0oRcNv-HscxoFrjgPfjDVm0eUFFB-zXAbGy0sC1WII/s320/XMAS2011.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-46892449956146444052011-11-27T18:16:00.001-08:002011-11-27T18:16:20.638-08:00On The Record With The Lifestylist®<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiucW09E5_3XlQB1b3VmcaDUqAhzv9faHU8u3itWojjDI0EoqJHNALlbSUaEN2IB1SO5ZCjYkRq5jldjdRqv6H-pTP8kKjtC3bE_HNR0kb7F8aoEFGXvmDvIT1aqPfZ97Hpp2MjkaqcFHw1/s1600/Studebaker+1957.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiucW09E5_3XlQB1b3VmcaDUqAhzv9faHU8u3itWojjDI0EoqJHNALlbSUaEN2IB1SO5ZCjYkRq5jldjdRqv6H-pTP8kKjtC3bE_HNR0kb7F8aoEFGXvmDvIT1aqPfZ97Hpp2MjkaqcFHw1/s320/Studebaker+1957.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a data-mce-href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SSF-Records-Article.jpg" href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SSF-Records-Article.jpg"><img alt="" data-mce-src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SSF-Records-Article-1024x596.jpg" height="417" src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SSF-Records-Article-1024x596.jpg" title="SSF Records Article" width="717" /></a><br />
<a data-mce-href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Ostrich-1925-.jpg" href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Ostrich-1925-.jpg"><img alt="" data-mce-src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Ostrich-1925--300x177.jpg" height="177" src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Ostrich-1925--300x177.jpg" title="Aunt Bess Ostrich 1925" width="300" /></a><a data-mce-href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Flying-1927.jpg" href="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Flying-1927.jpg"><img alt="" data-mce-src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Flying-1927-300x275.jpg" height="275" src="http://lifestylelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Aunt-Bess-Flying-1927-300x275.jpg" title="Aunt Bess Flying 1927" width="300" /></a>One of the questions I get asked the most is how I ever decided to become a <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist</a>®, and where did I get my training.<br />
I've been called a storyteller many times and it's an accurate assessment - I use my talents and materials to tell a story in a home. Hopefully this story explains to the potential homeowner why their lives would be better by living in this home, and what they can expect from the community, the builder, and from the experience. To tell the story, I collect thousands of items - old and new - that I incorporate into my <a data-mce-href="http://lifestyled.co" href="http://lifestyled.co/">LifeStyled</a> homes.<br />
This weekend I decided it was time to go through some of the things I've collected, and it's been quite a trip down memory lane. I discovered a trunk I forgot about that had family photos from the early 1900's that gave me a glimpse into my family history I hadn't been aware of. Through this discovery I'm finding I come from a very artistic family full of risk takers. This ostrich photo with my great aunt will now always be one of my favorites.<br />
It seems I've been in the media longer than I remembered for my decorating skills. My mother and both grandmothers were very talented in the design fields, and I was lucky enough to be nurtured and inspired by them. This article from 1969 shows me as a 13 yr old showing off some of my skills with my mother and sisters. Apparently I also had my own booth at the church bazaar selling paper flowers and copper enameled jewelry that I made. What's funny is that after seeing this, I may have to try this again - it's really a fun idea!<br />
I'm honored to be a <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylistblog.com" href="http://lifestylistblog.com/">Lifestylist®</a>, and I love having the opportunity to help others find their passions in life. This holiday season remember what makes you happy, and share that passion with your friends and family - you might even find a new career by doing it!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-13974633623372271882011-11-26T19:15:00.000-08:002011-11-26T19:15:34.686-08:00The Lifestylist® Companies Support Small Business Saturday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6JQ51Qf0y8ztE4QUk59c13y57Q6ltDtjFdxjPeMy08AwJlHOD89ISc_Pd26Ypfa-0DwpwEKzSH9crFHIGttcl_gqWkIWD-us4VaDzs-FHAS8naJodqwWYc1GlE_lrAVf9x3UqmVCBTs0W/s1600/Louisville+Final+Show+Pictures+005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6JQ51Qf0y8ztE4QUk59c13y57Q6ltDtjFdxjPeMy08AwJlHOD89ISc_Pd26Ypfa-0DwpwEKzSH9crFHIGttcl_gqWkIWD-us4VaDzs-FHAS8naJodqwWYc1GlE_lrAVf9x3UqmVCBTs0W/s320/Louisville+Final+Show+Pictures+005.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuc8MXWjVakLsFvhs6sD-YJiqhNnFL2tZ95esbmsaWvNbGV2PrU6d0m_4vHfTM6nVGx8bfAqzcBaKpEATEkWDlYG0OF4HAc0Dy3CMC1Z4igMdU4pcBh7dXp24KMf1BUx4zOZTcbttxptB6/s1600/Statue+of+Liberty.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuc8MXWjVakLsFvhs6sD-YJiqhNnFL2tZ95esbmsaWvNbGV2PrU6d0m_4vHfTM6nVGx8bfAqzcBaKpEATEkWDlYG0OF4HAc0Dy3CMC1Z4igMdU4pcBh7dXp24KMf1BUx4zOZTcbttxptB6/s320/Statue+of+Liberty.JPG" width="240" /></a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>We are so proud to be involved in the <a data-mce-href="http://nahb.com" href="http://nahb.com/">home building</a> business, and many of our customers are small privately owned companies that build homes for local families.<br />
All of our <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylistblog.com" href="http://lifestylistblog.com/">Lifestylist® </a>companies are built around the idea that if we buy from local companies and support our local businesses we help them to become homeowners and live the all American dream of owning a home of your own.We loved the 8 years that we were the Lifestylist® for <a data-mce-href="http://patriothomesblog.com" href="http://patriothomesblog.com/">Patriot Homes </a>- we always did at least one Patriotic themed <a data-mce-href="http://modelhomesthatsell.com" href="http://modelhomesthatsell.com/">model home</a>, and I think they were my favorites.<br />
I'd like to say that I'm an example of dreams coming true - I married early, never finished college but here I am owning my own business and being able to help others.<br />
If you are looking for a <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist®</a> to help merchandise and add Lifestyle to your homes, please contact us at: answers@lifestylist.com, or take a look at our website at: <a data-mce-href="http://jrlifestylist.com" href="http://jrlifestylist.com/">www.lifestylist.com</a><br />
Let's all support locally owned businesses and bring jobs back to America!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-81026940845405622852011-11-24T21:25:00.001-08:002011-11-24T21:25:00.642-08:00Being Thankful<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglBFH4psyq75Z3rZOWNd2sXmC0zg-ALcYNavfaO3kTNeYJCbqK3Gfti6CdiyWfFpc9d40LL4K-IS-TZ9O5S-VWvvN_fsWz1xX8eAQ27vFQAv2a8XOc01eS-FaXHwk6YDtsmYMCPSJz1HPb/s1600/Hurricanes+Pace+Sign.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglBFH4psyq75Z3rZOWNd2sXmC0zg-ALcYNavfaO3kTNeYJCbqK3Gfti6CdiyWfFpc9d40LL4K-IS-TZ9O5S-VWvvN_fsWz1xX8eAQ27vFQAv2a8XOc01eS-FaXHwk6YDtsmYMCPSJz1HPb/s320/Hurricanes+Pace+Sign.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gVu2y_ORBpX6bYqcamnVyzKvjzqXI1Wc2MO9E3J3e-gXTjiU5olLF7azQH0nbM1f06Bc1dqOe2q-hXek967brBYKFd6304OebIow4WwkWyyKJA1uRzmg_9qYn2MMOQQMGidocdQve4Dd/s1600/+Hurricane+SSF+and+parents.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gVu2y_ORBpX6bYqcamnVyzKvjzqXI1Wc2MO9E3J3e-gXTjiU5olLF7azQH0nbM1f06Bc1dqOe2q-hXek967brBYKFd6304OebIow4WwkWyyKJA1uRzmg_9qYn2MMOQQMGidocdQve4Dd/s320/+Hurricane+SSF+and+parents.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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Happy Thanksgiving! This holiday is about food and family, but even more than that I like to use it to remind me how thankful I am for what I have, and for those around me.<br />
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For over 25 years my parents were very active doing disaster relief with <a href="http://www.salvationarmy.org/">The Salvation Army</a>, and even raised the money for a state of the art canteen for the Tyler Texas location. Whenever there was a disaster or need and my parents got a call they dropped everything and hit the road. One of the most memorable phone calls I ever received was when Hurricane Katrina hit and my parents answered the call. They called me when they were outside the Super Dome not having a clue what was going on inside. For six weeks they were in the French Quarter feeding the volunteers - my Dad always joked he always wanted to have a restaurant in the French Quarter and he finally got his wish!<br />
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Whenever this <a href="http://www.lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist®</a> could I joined them on the road helping my Mom cook up to 2,000 hot meals a day and seeing first hand what mother nature can dish out. People were so sweet and hospitable, even though many had lost everything that they had. It was always hard to leave - I wanted to stay there and help rebuild.<br />
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This year I have been blessed to be involved with three amazing organizations - <a href="http://www.sharedhousing.org/">Shared Housing</a>, <a href="http://www.genesisshelter.org/">Genesis Women's Shelter</a> and <a href="http://www.homeaiddallas.org/">HomeAid/Homebuilders Care.</a> I am always so drawn to the kids - many of them have seen things we can't even imagine, but they always have the best manners, always say please, thank-you and give the best hugs :)<br />
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It's harder than ever to make a living, but even if you can't make a donation to a worthwhile charity think about donating your time -you'll be very thankful that you did.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-66273179927632173232011-10-31T14:00:00.001-07:002011-10-31T14:00:28.879-07:00Tricks and Treats From The Lifestylist®<div style="color: #4e4e4e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.3em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.6em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkqUpwWMRzUvyU4DpO4Q3XOi2iwZy-LCg3JFGWmZPePxhN1o4Y5oO0NWcfhY24GSjwzWAj8k1T46IxEZ1uq6SzCmFE9OtZbIRB6SyiN0BeIpSP98tc2hxZ-y7NcHdUcVOpvF8cXoHuL9v5/s1600/SET_0658.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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border-color: initial; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; cursor: move; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="SE TX Fall Tabletop 2 (1)" width="199" /></a><a data-mce-href="http://www.lifestylist.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Pumpkin-Patch-16.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylist.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Pumpkin-Patch-16.jpg" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-322" data-mce-src="http://www.lifestylist.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Pumpkin-Patch-16-e1320093712716-225x300.jpg" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylist.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Pumpkin-Patch-16-e1320093712716-225x300.jpg" style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; cursor: move; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Pumpkin Patch (16)" width="225" /></a>Even though it's been a very busy month, we made a point of catching up with one of our favorite <a href="http://www.jrlifestylist.com/">Jr. Lifestylist's</a> to see what he was doing for his annual Halloween party.</div></div><div style="color: #4e4e4e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.3em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.6em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Sam Davis' parties are legendary, and this year was no exception. With over 75 kids attending this year's bash we wanted to create fun, themed treats that he could serve outdoors. Take a look at what we came up with - <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/5BIhkFu6SHo" href="http://youtu.be/5BIhkFu6SHo" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Witch Hats</a> and <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/wB7Lx8L-ezQ" href="http://youtu.be/wB7Lx8L-ezQ" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Krispy Pumpkin Treats</a>.</div></div><div style="color: #4e4e4e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.3em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.6em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">We also worked on some <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/XrJREJbE4xE" href="http://youtu.be/XrJREJbE4xE" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">tabletop ideas</a> for the Fall holiday season that were inexpensive but would put our guests (and ourselves!) in the mood. The Lifestylist® Designed homes for <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/Tw2-xkN_4cU" href="http://youtu.be/Tw2-xkN_4cU" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">SE Homes of Texas</a> were full of ideas that visitors could do in their own homes.</div></div><div style="color: #4e4e4e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.3em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.6em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">While we were on the road we discovered the <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/ChhhXGYpdc4" href="http://youtu.be/ChhhXGYpdc4" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Great Pumpkin Patch</a> in Clarence Center, NY - if this doesn't get you in the mood nothing will!</div></div><div style="color: #4e4e4e; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.3em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.6em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Have a wonderful Halloween and be sure to "like" our videos on our <a data-mce-href="http://youtube.com/lifestylist" href="http://youtube.com/lifestylist" style="color: #0071bb; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Lifestylist® YouTube Channel</a>.</div></div>Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-10732282501274526862011-10-09T12:44:00.001-07:002011-10-09T12:44:34.367-07:00LifeStyled Finds at the Ronald's House Sale<a data-mce-href="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-58.jpg" href="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-58.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-8" data-mce-src="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-58-200x300.jpg" height="300" src="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-58-200x300.jpg" title="RMH Library (58)" width="200" /></a><br />
<a data-mce-href="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-84.jpg" href="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-84.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-7" data-mce-src="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-84-e1318183285824-200x300.jpg" height="300" src="http://curatedcollections.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RMH-Library-84-e1318183285824-200x300.jpg" title="RMH Library (84)" width="200" /></a>One of my favorite places to find unique items worthy of being in a <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylistcollection.com" href="http://lifestylistcollection.com/">Lifestylist® Collection </a>every year is the Ronald's House sale in Rochester, NY. This year the sale will be held Oct. 13-15, and it promises to be one of the best years yet!<br />
Take a look at a <a data-mce-href="http://youtu.be/Fz6Pg5vBjPU" href="http://youtu.be/Fz6Pg5vBjPU">video</a> we produced showing some of the amazing finds in the past. There are old books and cameras in the video that we used in a very special home a few years ago that was built by <a data-mce-href="http://athomebuilders.com" href="http://athomebuilders.com/">@home Builders</a>. This <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylistblog.com" href="http://lifestylistblog.com/">Lifestylist®</a> was asked to completely furnish and <a data-mce-href="http://lifestyled.co" href="http://lifestyled.co/">LifeStyle</a> a home using items that had been donated to the sale and create a <a data-mce-href="http://lifestylist.me" href="http://lifestylist.me/">Homearama House</a> for the home tour. All of the merchandise was then auctioned off, and @home Builders was able to raise over $25,000 for Ronald's House!<br />
If you are looking for a special vintage cookbook, amazing glass, a Victrola or anything in-between, you need to check out this sale. All proceeds go to fund <a data-mce-href="http://www.ronaldshouse.com" href="http://www.ronaldshouse.com/">The Ronald MacDonald House</a> in Rochester, NYLifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-67266795860476995152011-10-05T18:18:00.001-07:002011-10-05T18:18:11.883-07:00Dear Steve Jobs: Thanks for the iMemoriesI started writing this when I heard Steve Jobs was retiring from Apple, and now after I heard of his passing I thought it was time to share it. Rest in Peace Mr. Jobs - you've made the world a better, unforgettable place.<br />
Dear Mr. Jobs,<br />
Thanks to you, I have memories that wouldn't have been possible without your vision, drive, and ability to see the world like no one else could. Because of you, the consumer got a voice in the crazy world of computers and electronics, and you also gave us a company that would listen to that voice. We stopped being looked at as consumers that were a hindrance and not smart enough to understand code, but parents who want to stay in touch with their children and grandchildren. By creating the Apple Stores I know I am never alone, and there will always be someone there to guide me through the technology tunnel. Questions become solutions with a "genius" by my side. There is no such thing as a stupid question, and not only have I found answers, I've also found life long friends.<br />
Vacation photos became more than a stack of photos - you allowed us to make beautifully presented books that chronicled our dreams, wishes and aspirations. Because of your vision a dummy like me was able to put together videos using iMovie about a new animal rescue group that stirred the heart and soul, and made people understand what Animal Rescue Corps was all about. Because of you, 1,000s of animals have now been saved. I've been able to watch my grandchildren grow up on my iPad using FaceTime, and have been able to experience their first time to roll over, steal home base and fall in love. it seems if there is ever something you need, "There's and App For That".<br />
You have not only changed the world, you have made it a better place to be. Your passion and vision has changed all of us, and I thank you. You will be missed, and never forgotten.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-33377437216390396012011-08-24T21:12:00.001-07:002011-08-24T21:12:43.985-07:00Summer Savings<a _mce_href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-2.jpg" href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-2.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-2-e1314241153408-199x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-133" height="300" src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-2-e1314241153408-199x300.jpg" title="World Market Chair 2" width="199" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Shell-Frames-1.jpg" href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Shell-Frames-1.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Shell-Frames-1-e1314241324483-199x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-134" height="300" src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Shell-Frames-1-e1314241324483-199x300.jpg" title="Shell Frames 1" width="199" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-6.jpg" href="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-6.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-6-300x225.jpg" alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-135" height="225" src="http://www.budgetlifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/World-Market-Chair-6-300x225.jpg" title="World Market Chair 6" width="300" /></a>One sure sign that summer is almost over is the sales of colorful, outdoor inspired items at the stores. A lot of the department stores start clearing this merchandise our right after the 4th of July to make room for school items, but the home decor stores tend to wait until Labor Day weekend.<br />
One of our <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist®</a> inspired blogs is <a _mce_href="http://dollarstoredecors.com" href="http://dollarstoredecors.com/">Dollar Store Decors</a> - items that cost less than a latte. I was out shopping for the 5 new model homes we have to install mid-September, and I was amazed how many cool things that fit this criteria that were giveaway deals, and I also found some great items that I'm going to use to display my "pick-ups" from my summer travels.<br />
<a _mce_href="http://worldmarket.com" href="http://worldmarket.com/">World Market</a> was full of treasures today -up to 90% off! I found this great chair and two others that were marked down to $9.95 - 90% off. They had two great outdoor dining tables that were at the same savings, but I tend to collect tables and I know I didn't have room for them. But the chairs had such great style, I know I'll be able to re-purpose them in a living room, or use them as seating in a guest room. I'm tempted to paint them with a metallic paint or possibly a turquoise color, have cushions made and really make them special - at under $10.00 I don't have much to lose.<br />
The painted table was a find at <a _mce_href="http://hobbylobby.com" href="http://hobbylobby.com/">Hobby Lobby </a>where I was able to find two matching ones at 80% off. I loved the colors and character they had, and I'm thinking about stacking them and using them as a display piece. What do you think?<br />
I'm also collecting glassware and baskets that I can use to display my pick up pieces - I love picking up found items when I travel as a memento instead of buying a T-Shirt or shot glass. I'll share how to make picture frames and other ideas with these later, but I've got to get back to my model home shopping and taking advantage of these sales - I'll let you know what else I find soon!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-36641193864658547712011-07-04T11:43:00.001-07:002011-07-04T11:43:39.524-07:00The American Dream<a _mce_href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Carthage-230.jpg" href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Carthage-230.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Carthage-230-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Carthage-230-150x150.jpg" title="DCF 1.0" width="150" /></a><a _mce_href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/05.HAWL_.4th-164.jpg" href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/05.HAWL_.4th-164.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/05.HAWL_.4th-164-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/05.HAWL_.4th-164-150x150.jpg" title="05.HAWL.4th 164" width="150" /></a><a _mce_href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150847.jpg" href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150847.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150847-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150847-150x150.jpg" title="P1150847" width="150" /></a><a _mce_href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150843.jpg" href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150843.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150843-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1150843-150x150.jpg" title="P1150843" width="150" /></a><a _mce_href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-39.jpg" href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-39.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-39-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-39-150x150.jpg" title="Single Section home by Patriot Homes" width="150" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisoryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-2.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisoryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-2.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisoryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-2-150x150.jpg" alt="" height="150" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisoryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Tunica-08-1503-2-150x150.jpg" title="Tunica 08 1503 (2)" width="150" /></a>We all have our own version of what the American Dream is - for many that includes owning your own home.<br />
My dream was to have my own <a _mce_href="http://homeideafactory.com" href="http://homeideafactory.com/">Home Idea Factory</a> - a place where this <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist®</a> could live and work, would have the character that would let me "practice what I preach" and have some room to garden. I was also hoping to have enough space to continue to help with the animal rescue groups I've joined. All of my dreams came true, and now I have a space that will never be "done", but always evolving.<br />
My father told my mother when they got married that some day he would buy her a place on a lake, and he did! Their <a _mce_href="http://txlakehouse4sale.com" href="http://txlakehouse4sale.com/">Hideway Lake home</a> has been the place that many of our family holidays, wedding, and birthdays have taken place, and it is full of wonderful memories.<br />
There are people who are looking for an affordable place with a yard to raise their families, use as a second home or retire to and land lease communities can be a great solution for these people. Land lease communities are those where factory built housing are placed in communities where homeowners lease the land the homes are placed on in a community - many times with amenities such as pools, clubhouses, and tennis courts. I have always believed this is the perfect solution for affordable housing because it can be so cost effective, and I've been wanting to be a part of this solution hands on.<br />
The time has come! Lifestylist® Design has been asked to re-brand and enhance the lifestyle options of two communities in Florida - <a _mce_href="http://parkwoodfl.com" href="http://parkwoodfl.com/">Parkwood </a>in Port Orange, FL and Countryside Village in Tampa. I can't wait to get started - these communities are a great example of how affordable the American Dream can be. Be sure to get our updates on the progress at <a _mce_href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Parkwood-Florida/186281708093669" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Parkwood-Florida/186281708093669">Parkwood</a> and <a _mce_href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Countryside-Village/127375810680575" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Countryside-Village/127375810680575">Countryside Village</a> Facebook pages.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-53212427375628371552011-05-08T22:27:00.000-07:002011-05-08T22:27:02.040-07:00What is a Social Media Lifestylist?<a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSC_5118.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSC_5118.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSC_5118-200x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-209" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSC_5118-200x300.jpg" title="DSC_5118" width="200" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/GBH-Family-Place-Present-1370.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/GBH-Family-Place-Present-1370.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/GBH-Family-Place-Present-1370-225x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-210" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/GBH-Family-Place-Present-1370-225x300.jpg" title="GBH Family Place Present 1370" width="225" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Jacks-Halloween09.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Jacks-Halloween09.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Jacks-Halloween09-225x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-211" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Jacks-Halloween09-225x300.jpg" title="Jacks Halloween09" width="225" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/JBF-Joanne3.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/JBF-Joanne3.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/JBF-Joanne3-199x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-212" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/JBF-Joanne3-199x300.jpg" title="JBF Joanne3" width="199" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Nasher-SSF-Picnic1.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Nasher-SSF-Picnic1.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Nasher-SSF-Picnic1-199x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-214" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Nasher-SSF-Picnic1-199x300.jpg" title="Nasher SSF Picnic" width="199" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/TNAH-TeachIn-2.jpg" href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/TNAH-TeachIn-2.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/TNAH-TeachIn-2-e1304913081349-225x300.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-215" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/TNAH-TeachIn-2-e1304913081349-225x300.jpg" title="TNAH TeachIn (2)" width="225" /></a>I can't believe it's been almost 10 years since I received the trademark registration of the term <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.com" href="http://lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist</a>! I had been using the term for quite awhile as the definition of what I do, then a wonderful mentor recommended that I trademark the term to protect it. Wonderful advice, and it has been a decision that I have never regretted.<br />
I bought my first domain names when we were still using dial up connections and no one had a clue what to do with a name after you bought it. Again I have been very fortunate to have great advisers around me and because of them I own some very powerful domain names. As <a _mce_href="http://facebook.com/lifestylelist" href="http://facebook.com/lifestylelist">Facebook</a>, <a _mce_href="http://twitter.com/lifestylist" href="http://twitter.com/lifestylist">Twitter</a>, <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.blogspot.com/" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.blogspot.com/">Blogger</a>, <a _mce_href="http://youtube.com/lifestylist" href="http://youtube.com/lifestylist">YouTube</a> and LinkedIn began to become important, I discovered social media. Most of my clients are on shoestring budgets, so introducing them to the power of social media and how it can help them develop their brands and businesses was a great way to help them stretch their marketing dollars.<br />
So what is a <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com/">Social Media Lifestylist</a>? That would be me! <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist® </a>Suzanne Felber has been recognized as the go-to person for developing social media programs that will produce results. Her <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.tv" href="http://lifestylist.tv/">Lifestylist.TV</a> <a _mce_href="http://youtube.com/thelifestylist" href="http://youtube.com/thelifestylist">Channel</a> features interviews with lifestyle issues and concerns including puppy mills and the <a _mce_href="http://animalrescuecorps.org" href="http://animalrescuecorps.org/">groups dedicated to closing them down</a>, <a _mce_href="http://athomebuilders.com" href="http://athomebuilders.com/">home builders</a>, fund raising homes, and some amazing interviews yet to come! You can also find us at: <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com/">www.socialmedialifestylist.com</a>. <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.net" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.net/">www.socialmedialifestylist.net</a>, and <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.info" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.info/">www.socialmedialifestylist.info.</a> This <a _mce_href="http://thelifestylist.com" href="http://thelifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> is against buying designer dogs and is all about rescue, so if you read something else it's incorrect.<br />
The first advice I always give to my clients is to be sure and purchase any domain names that might have to do with your brand, and this is why we have the Social Media Lifestylist domains.<br />
We also believe in giving back to the communities we love and we handle the social media for the<a _mce_href="http://www.facebook.com/USAFilmFestival" href="http://www.facebook.com/USAFilmFestival"> USA Film Festival</a>, <a _mce_href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=44840248851" href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=44840248851">HomeAid / Home Builders Care Dallas</a>, <a _mce_href="http://joannebondy.com" href="http://joannebondy.com/">Chef Joanne Bondy</a>, <a _mce_href="http://lisastewartphotography.com" href="http://lisastewartphotography.com/">Photographer Lisa Stewart</a> and <a _mce_href="http://www.facebook.com/jacksbackyard" href="http://www.facebook.com/jacksbackyard">Jack's Backyard</a>. Future projects include Legal Honesty and some others we can't talk about yet :)<br />
So if you are looking for a <a _mce_href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com" href="http://socialmedialifestylist.com/">Social Media Lifestylist®</a> to make your brand come alive, accept no imitations - it's a decision you won't regret.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-78504836272984934932011-03-24T19:42:00.001-07:002011-03-24T19:42:01.593-07:00Good Manners Never Go Out of Style<a href="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Savor1.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-171" height="300" src="http://www.lifestylistadvisory.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Savor1-200x300.jpg" title="Savor1" width="200" /></a>The world lost a very special person today - Elizabeth Taylor. She always handled herself with grace and dignity, and was a wonderful role model for all of us who were fortunate enough to grow up watching her on the silver screen. As a board member of the <a href="http://usafilmfestival.com/">USA Film Festival</a>, I've learned never to form an opinion about someone until I meet them in person, and sadly Ms. Taylor is one that I would have given anything to meet but it wasn't meant to be.<br />
<a href="http://denisevivaldo.com/">Denise Vivaldo</a> - who is one of my favorite writers as well as being my role model in the styling world just posted a story in the <a href="http://huffingtonpost.com/">Huffington Post</a> about her encounter with Ms. Taylor. It makes me love Denise and Ms. Taylor even more. The title of the story is <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/denise-vivaldo/elizabeth-taylor-good-man_b_839605.html?ref=fb&src=sp#sb=1449874,b=facebook">Elizabeth Taylor: Good Manners Never Go Out of Style and</a> I couldn't agree more.<br />
This weekend I was working with photographer <a href="http://lisastewartphotography.com/">Lisa Stewart</a> <a href="http://foodstylist.co/">LifeStyling</a> <a href="http://savordallas.com/">Savor Dallas</a>- a special food and wine event that I enjoy attending every year. To make the shots <a href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist® Designed,</a> I take my own glasses, plates, and styling utensils and try to get at least 50 great food and wine shots in about a 2 hour time frame - and did I mention we do this while the event is going on and we have to work around 2,000 -3,000 attendees? It's quite a juggling act. What struck me the most about this year's event was the lack of courtesy shown to the chefs and wine makers by the attendees. The whole point of an event like this is to educate people about your food and your wines, and hopefully they will come to your restaurant or buy your wines after the event is over. You would have thought some of these people were trying to win a million dollars by snagging the most to eat and drink -we were literally getting pushed and stepped on when we were trying to set up our shots, and people were taking the food that I styled right off of the plate (my plate) before we got get it photographed. The wine makers didn't have a chance to tell about their wines, because someone else was already putting out their empty glass to be filled.<br />
Good manners never go out of style, and I'm actually appreciating the manners that my parents drilled into me at an early age. I never want to be the one pushing for a glass of wine or a dime sized piece of cheese - I want to remain a <a href="http://lifestylist.com/">Lifestylist®</a> and savor every moment and experience that I get to indulge in. Thanks Denise for this wonderful memory I will now have of Ms. Taylor and the reminder to live our lives with the dignity that others have shown us.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-9090112627138685002011-03-10T08:39:00.001-08:002011-03-10T08:39:28.433-08:00Model Home Decorating Ideas<a _mce_href="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-Living.jpg" href="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-Living.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-Living-300x200.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-132" height="200" src="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-Living-300x200.jpg" title="RMH Living" width="300" /></a><a _mce_href="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-WT3.jpg" href="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-WT3.jpg"><img _mce_src="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-WT3-300x200.jpg" alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-133" height="200" src="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/RMH-WT3-300x200.jpg" title="RMH WT3" width="300" /></a>I always like to say where there is a will there is a way, and even with the recent tightening of budgets, there is just no substitution for a well merchandised model. The difference now though is we have to get creative like we never have before, and discover ways to make our models outshine the competition while spending less.<br />
As a <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.co" href="http://lifestylist.co/">Lifestylist®</a>, I look for ways to highlight the community their new home will be built in, and show what makes the lifestyle they will experience there so special. An example is a home that we merchandised with <a _mce_href="http://athomebuilders.com" href="http://athomebuilders.com/">@home Builders</a> in Rochester, NY as a <a _mce_href="http://lifestylist.info" href="http://lifestylist.info/">Homearama </a>house.<br />
The home was only going to be open for a short amount of time so we had to spend our merchandising dollars wisely. We teamed up with The <a _mce_href="ronaldshouse.com" href="http://www.bestmodelhomes.net/wp-admin/ronaldshouse.com">Ronald McDonald House</a> in Rochester and took advantage of their Household and Antique Sale. I dug through donations for the sale and was able to furnish the entire home using donated items, then the builder hosted an online auction where everything was sold and all proceeds were donated back to the charity. This was a lot of work, but we did a lot of good and potential buyers were able to see how beautiful their new home could be even when they were decorating with thrift shop items. A <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1EBU8rn--E" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1EBU8rn--E">video of the home</a> can be seen on <a _mce_href="http://www.youtube.com/user/thelifestylist?feature=mhum" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/thelifestylist?feature=mhum">TheLifestylist YouTube Channel</a>.<br />
Consumers no longer want to be sold, they want to be educated then make their own decisions. If we use our model homes as a way to educate them on what our homes can offer to them we can attract this new era buyer.Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1075768823112604277.post-72994770719261771422011-02-16T08:21:00.001-08:002011-02-16T08:21:20.797-08:00The Official Lifestylist® Channel<a href="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/TNAH-INT-Tours-15.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-153" height="369" src="http://askalifestylist.lifestylist.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/TNAH-INT-Tours-15-1024x685.jpg" title="TNAH INT Tours (15)" width="552" /></a>Are you looking for new housing trends, photos from the <a href="http://newamericanhomeorlando.com/">New American Home</a>,<a href="http://lifestylisttravel.com/">travel destinations,</a> or <a href="http://homedecoratingarticles.com/">decorating ideas</a>? We know the place to go!<br />
Check out <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/thelifestylist?feature=mhsn">The Official Lifestylist® Channel</a> - a place where we are putting together videos and information that can help you find the answers you are looking for.<br />
There are lots of new projects in in production - we would love to hear from you and know what you'd be interested in seeing. Next week we are off to Arizona to visit <a href="http://mosaiccafes.com/">The Mosaic Cafe</a>, Sabino Canyon and Old Scottsdale! We will also be getting some advice from <a href="http://thermador.com/">Thermador</a> on what are the best appliances for my cooking style.<br />
<a href="http://lifestylistdesigned.com/">Lifestylist® Designed</a> homes are becoming something that consumers are asking for, and we will be sharing some of our latest designs soon as well. Visit our new channel often to stay in touch - we'll see you there!Lifestylist®http://www.blogger.com/profile/04184547526304221944noreply@blogger.com0