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Shell Shock

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Conchological Curiousitie s by Patrick Mauries I thought I died and went to heaven when I found this book! Enjoy Don't forget to visit my companion blog, Il Tuo Tesoro , to enter my Grand Opening Giveaway .  Winner will be announced on the 4th of July!

My New Companion Blog

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Il Tuo Tesoro  "Your Treasure"  in Italian. I'm so excited to start a companion blog where I can now sell the treasures that I find and blog about here on La Dolfina!  And to kick it off I'm starting My New Blog with a fantastic Giveaway .  Please go over and check it out and don't forget to enter to win a very special treasure!  Thank you for your support!

Collections

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This space pays homage to the collections that Lisa & her husband have spent a lifetime together gathering.   What is most remarkable   about this space are the beautifully edited vignettes and displays that Lisa has created without making the room feel cluttered and confused. This is a wonderful opportunity to study the art of arrangement. Take it slow and give your eye a moment to take in the placement of the larger pieces, the furniture and case goods, and how they are brought to life by the accessories and collections that surround them. We all love to collect. It's true. But how many of us can really put our collections together in such a way as to really show them off to their best advantage? It's always been a challenge for me. T Lisa tells me it takes practice. I think she's a born stylist.   Although I do believe practice makes perfect, along with studying and training your eye. And because I'm a Virgo, I'm naturally obsessed...