At Home with Kim Vallee

GIFT IDEAS, HOUSEWARMING gifts | September 23, 2009

Inexpensive Housewarming Gift Ideas from Umbra

Whenever a colleague or a acquaintance gets a new home, we may be tempted to give a small housewarming gift. If you know where to look, it is possible to give something that look great on a tight budget. One brand that delivers years after years fun, modern and well-designed products is Umbra. I selected things [...]

KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | June 8, 2009

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A to Z Prints by Jenn Ski for my Creative Monday

You already know that I have a thing for alphabet art prints for a nursery, a kid bedroom or a playroom. The modern style of Jenn Ski drawings are appealing. They are whimsical without looking childish. The giclée prints are made available on archival quality, 100% cotton rag, acid-free paper, and are printed using UV-stable [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HIM | June 3, 2009

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas

I gathered 6 gift ideas that may applied to your dad. The first group is for a dad who likes construction or architecture. + The first idea is city landmark buildings or construction. You can choose between the John Hancock Building in Chicago, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the [...]

GIFT IDEAS, HOSTESS gifts | April 14, 2009

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Essential Small Serving Bowls for the Hostess

A quick way for the hostess to set up appetizers is to have easy access to unique small bowls. The bowls become your presentation. As long as you keep a few snack items in your pantry, you can receive in style impromptu visitors for a cocktail anytime. Two main categories of small serving bowls are [...]