Trying something new, blogging from Word 2007

This is kind of a test post, I'm trying out Word 2007's blogging feature to basically see what it can and cannot do. I have no idea how this is going to work, or even how it's going to work. So far though, I prefer typing out my post in word instead of that tiny little box in Blogger that is like 2 inches x 4 inches – note to blogger, make this box bigger!!! That is my one major pet-peeve about blogger, otherwise I love it.

The DecorAddict Flickr group is growing! We have some new pics uploaded by michelleverd, check them out below (hopefully these pics will upload!)

all images from michelleverd

Thanks Michelle!

(Note - uploading photos from Flickr to Word 2007 doesn't seem to work...hmm....any suggestions anyone? Looks like I'll have to upload photos directly from Blogger, anyone know an easier way from word? I'd rather not store my photos on my hard drive...gotta save space!)

AT: The Homies 2008

Merry Christmas Everybody!

I just thought I'd stop in today for a visit and to say Ho Ho Ho !!! I have today off from my "day job", so I'm catching up on some blogs I just haven't had time to read in the past week or so with all the holiday festivities going on.

Guess What!!! Apartment Therapy is hosting The Homies: Best Design Blogs of 2008.



"There's awards for all sorts of blogs, but no one ever pays enough attention to the home blogs, so we're starting a little impromptu reader nominated and voted awards ceremony this year, and we're calling it The Homies. There are five categories and none of our five blogs is eligible (we're hosting). The prizes? $100 to the winner of each category and lots of traffic as we publish the five winners in a big congratulatory post across our network on January 6th. We want to elevate good home blogs, see who you love and gain awareness for the home niche."

Click Here, and head down to the comments section to nominate DecorAddict!

Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Trans-Canada Etsy Team

I'm sure it's completely obvious at this point that I am a HUGE Etsy fan. Like HUGE. Larger than life, HUGE. Massive. Ok, I'm sure you get the point.

You can only imagine my jumps of glee when I was contacted by the publicist for the Trans-Canada Etsy Team. The Trans-Canada Etsy Team represents a group of independent Canadian artists and crafters that sell online through the Etsy.com venue. They’ve made it easy to find beautiful, unique, gifts of all types made by Canadians. Yay!!!! Yay!!!!

You can also visit the Trans-Canada Etsy Team Blog to find out more about our team and to locate team members in your area or province.

"Adding unique and distinctive items to your décor helps to set your home apart from the house next door. The problem is that distinctive and unique usually isn’t represented on the shelves in big box stores or at the mall. Instead, try choosing handmade items that come straight from an artisan to add originality and warmth to the feel of your home."
- TransCanada Etsy Team

I couldn't agree with you more! Yes, sure we all love the big box stores, but after awhile, everyone and everything starts to look the same, don't you think? Buying home accessories on Etsy, makes perfect sense. You are supporting the local economy as well.

They have put together a few pieces that she enjoys, (see below), and I've chosen some of my personal favorites as well.

clockwise from top left,
Rockstar Red Tartan Throw Pillow by I Heart that Dance
Booklovers Journal by La Paperie
Re-usable Food bags by Kootsac
Back to Nature Envelopes by Prairie Peasant

clockwise from top left,
Iva Art, "My little clothes line" - Original Mixed Media Illustration Tangerine Owl, Pinwheel Blossoms flat note card set of 6
rikrak, christmas stockings
Willow Cat Studio, Original Art, "CiTyScApE 5" watercolor

If you are an Etsy seller in Canada and would like to join the TransCanada Etsy Team, visit their blog here, for details.

Vote For DecorAddict via DivineCaroline !!!

DecorAddict has been nominated for a Love This Site award, by Divine Caroline.



Click the button above to vote for DecorAddict!

And, that's enough shameless plugs for the day.

NEW Flickr Group, DecorAddict's YOUR house

DecorAddict has just opened a new Flickr group, you can visit and join the group here.





The purpose of this new group is to encourage all to upload and share their own personal spaces, whether it be your home, office, or even your backyard, we want to see it! Some of the best design ideas are not always found in decorating magazines, but through word of mouth, in this case by sharing photos with each other.

Happy uploading, and happy friday! I'll be back at the start of the week with lots more for everyone.

On the hunt again.....

I'm on the hunt again for some new local Canadian Artisan's and Crafter's..... who will I find today? Hmmmmm......

looking for new and emerging talent !!!

Are you a Canadian artist or designer whose content fit's with DecorAddict? Do you know of someones work that does? If so, please refer to an older post here , I'd love to see your work !!!


image originally uploaded by ejas



image originally uploaded by Janet Little



image from Acadia Art and Rare books

FREE PRESS!!!!!!!

DecorAddict is looking for new and unique idea’s to promote to fellow Canadian’s, here and abroad !!!

If you are...

...an upcoming Residential Interior Decorator’s and Designer’s
...a producer/designer of handmade home decor/accessories
...a furniture designer
...an independant Retail Store owner/manager, with a speciality in home decor and design
...a blogger, interior design/decor related

....wishing to promote themselves and/or their business. Please email us directly decoraddict@gmail.com describing yourself, your business, website, etc. Please send photo’s if available of your product, or completed service for review.

We will feature ALL submissision’s weekly, based on order of receipt, so get your entries in as soon as possible!!!