Decorate, Design with Salvaged Plastic

By Nancy Ranchel

P1000001Salvage in design is my thing, and industrial salvage is where my heart lives. But when it’s time to make a purchase for the house, I don’t discriminate against any type of salvage.

Music in the Garden

Need a picker-upper when you’re dragging through your Spring garden to-dos?

Old Shoes and Where to Take Them

By Nancy Ranchel

web-3427If you’re a shopper, you probably have a lot of shoes. If you’re female, you probably have a lot of shoes. If you’re into athletics (runner? soccer player?), you probably have a lot of shoes. Whether you buy high end or Payless brand, if you’re American you have a closetful of shoes. It’s a thing with us. Ain’t it great to be an American?

Historic Renovation

20150129 OregonHome 611Oregonians are pioneers. And our state’s eclectic architectural style reflects an adventurous spirit, with everything from majestic Victorians to Craftsman Foursquares gracing our cities.

Meet the Designer

mtdallisen2The changing of seasons brings the desire to freshen our interiors and give new life to the forgotten spaces in our homes. But sometimes we need a creative boost to get started.

Old Town Vancouver Shops

By Nancy Ranchel

P1030557Funny story: I went shopping in Vancouver this week. Get that confused look off your face — I shop everywhere.