Moving Mode: Backyard Mulch, Black Label and Preparing For Goodbyes.

Moving mode was in full swing this past weekend after making the decision to list our house a week earlier than anticipated.  Both Saturday and Sunday were spent mulching, receiving impromptu guests, toasting the upcoming move, and preparing to say goodbye to the house we love so much.

Late Sunday evening while still moving mulch around, I took a moment to look back at the house and this is what I saw:  a beautiful house that has given us, our families and friends much enjoyment.  Wish us luck, the house will be officially on the market tomorrow!

Found on "Pinterest", the Perfect Present:

What a weekend!   Not only did we celebrate Easter, but also my birthday.  Overflowing Easter baskets, high velocity egg hunts and touching birthday serenades abounded.  As did the gifts I received.  One of my favorites was a Blackstone camera bag (from hubby). It has a sleek and slender shape that's feels comfortable to wear across my body, adjustable interior compartments and side pockets to hold camera accessories as well as personal items, i.e.:  wallet, phone, and the ever so important "don't leave home without it" lipstick.  Take a look at this super cool bag here:

Stay posted this week for a peek inside my California dream house, an 'Out and About' celebration and another reader giveaway!

'Til Monday

Since we're all about appreciating the beauty of branches this week,  I would like to share with you two of my favorite trees:  the magnolia and the dogwood.   Here are some great new links:

1.  Mixing art and nature

2. Not just a pretty blog but a literary one.

3.  A little Dirt and Sunshine and a great parenting perspective.

4.  And wishing you all lots of luck.

Best Home Design Nomination: Vote For Cocoon Home Design!

Apartment Therapy is holding its annual contest for the best new home design blog and Cocoon has been nominated!   Being counted among many other great home blogs is an honor, but winning would be SUPER cool.    If you've enjoyed my blog  as much as I've enjoyed creating it, please cast your vote here.  Remember that you need to be registered with Apartment Therapy in order to vote.  If you're not, click here to do so.

Being featured on Apartment Therapy never gets old...

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Refresh. Renew. Repurpose: Cocoon's Design Approach

For a few years now, we’ve helped people redecorate their homes with their own “stuff”.  Whether on a budget or a time constraint, some clients just need a swift makeover for their spaces.  Some had just moved into a new home, others were about to sell theirs and some just needed to edit, reorganize and refresh their cocoons.

These projects have brought us so much satisfaction and positive feedback, that I’ve decided to make the “one-day makeover” a permanent design service for Cocoon Home Design.  Read a few of the testimonials from past clients and take a look at some of the spaces we transformed in just a few hours.

"Natalia and Debra transformed our life by making our home so much more livable and enjoyable.  Using their amazing sense of style and organization, each of the rooms they tackled gained a new level of beauty.  We fell in love with our house after the simple and smart changes they made to it."  Natalia Andalo--Westwood, Ma

"I've had three face lifts from Cocoon.  One in my living room a few years ago, last summer at my Cape cottage and recently,  my refreshed study in Boston.  It is like working with a whirling dervish with a magic wand.  They are non stop energy with an amazing eye for clean lines.  I can't believe the transformations with the same stuff.  Truly amazing!!!"  Barbara Torrey--Boston, Ma

"In the span of just a few hours, Cocoon Home Design revolutionized the way this of five does life.  Our main level floor plan went from being confined and over-accessorized to spacious and composed, using only pieces we owned.  No more tiny toes being stubbed or little elbows knocking things off tables-dare I say the boys are fighting less.  I am now sitting in front of the fire in my quiet house and I LOVE what I see and feel.  Thanks again for helping me."  Carrie Zarechnak--Oakhill, Va

If your space is feeling a little tired, a bit cluttered and somewhat uninspiring, it's time for a quick jumpstart to make IT and YOU feel whole and new again.  A quick makeover can make all the difference.

Many thanks to Natalia, Barbara and Carrie for allowing my blog readers into their homes and writing such lovely testimonials about our Cocoon Home Design team.

Click here to find out more about Cocoon Home Design services or email me:  debra@cocoonhome.com with any questions.