Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Oct 8, 2011, 5:31 pm
Pink Rose Courtesy of Sandy Burr PhotographyOctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  As some of you may know, I lost my youngest sister, Pat, to breast cancer in March, 1985. She was three weeks shy of her 26th birthday. Since then, many strides have been made in the prevention and...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Sep 23, 2011, 8:09 am
Courtesy of My Home Ideas If there is one thing we all seem to need more of, it's storage. No matter how large or how small our homes are, it always seems that there is never enough storage for all of the "stuff" that we seem to accumulate. Even people who are very organized and clutter-free need s...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 23, 2011, 7:47 am
Fall Leaves by Ceil PetrucelliFall is the time of year for warm, rich, deep and cozy colors. The fall color palette this year features hues of chocolate brown, espresso, and golden yellow to deep red, burnt orange, dark mossy green and eggplant. Many colors are combined together in fabrics that feat...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 14, 2011, 12:50 pm
I'll admit that I have very eclectic tastes when it comes to decorating. I love to mix old with new, battered and distressed finishes with metal and reclaimed wood, textures ranging from nubby wools and chenille to soft cottons and crisp linens. I love patterns, especially stripes and paisleys, and ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Sep 10, 2011, 7:38 am
I've been a long time fan of Oriental rugs and have often used them for design inspiration when decorating or redecorating a room for a client. Sometimes, we'll use a rug already owned by a client and rework the new furnishings around an existing rug. Other times, I may find a great-looking rug and ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 7, 2011, 11:04 pm
Special Notice!I've decided to extend all of my Summer Special Offers through September 21, 2011 due to Hurricane Irene's impact here in Vermont. I'll be making a donation toward Vermont Hurricane Irene Disaster Relief Efforts for every new client and/or returning client who signs on with me bet...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Aug 27, 2011, 9:28 pm
Photo courtesy of BHG.comIt's hard to believe that summer will soon be over and fall will be here before you know it. Fall has always been one of my favorite times of year. Even though I enjoy the longer days of summer, I love the crisp days of fall, the spectacular foliage (especially here in Vermo...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 31, 2011, 9:56 pm
It's that time of year again! I'm offering several special offers this summer which will be good through September 6, 2011. Included are discounts on House Therapy consulting packages, custom designed storage pieces, and discounts on anything made from recycled, re-purposed, or green and sustainable...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jul 29, 2011, 12:18 pm
I'm always on the lookout for great looking storage pieces - either for myself or to recommend to clients. I'm in the process of doing some renovations to a partially finished laundry and storage room which I'd also like to use eventually as a workroom for some of my art, craft, and sewing projects....
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jul 19, 2011, 10:46 am
Courtesy of This Old HouseI'm always on the lookout for tips, ideas, advice, and guidelines to keep my home healthier and hazard-free. I don't have kids, but I do have pets (and that can be a whole other topic to cover in the future) and keeping the house clean, fresh, and healthy can sometimes be a...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 18, 2011, 6:31 am
Courtesy of Calico Corners It's been awhile since any of my clients have ordered custom drapes from me. Most of my clients in the past few years have opted for a more casual approach - Roman shades, valances, ready-made panels, or "hard" window treatments manufactured by Hunter Douglas, such as hone...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jul 13, 2011, 1:16 pm
Courtesy of My Home Ideas.com I have a confession to make. When it comes to my own "major" home improvement projects - whether it be redecorating, reorganizing, or remodeling -- I have a tendency to put things off.  I usually have a good reason -- lack of time or lack of extra money. But it sometim...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 5, 2011, 1:51 pm
Found objects and recycling have inspired two local artists in the Bennington Arts Guild's new show "Re-Imagined and Re-Purposed Art." The show features two local artists and prominent members of our arts community, Ceil Petrucelli and Paula LaPorte. The show will open on July 16th with a "meet the ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jun 30, 2011, 8:26 am
Here is a guest post by Jill at Dining In The Round, a favorite resource for all kinds of table linens, placemats, dinnerware, and dining accessories. I had planned to publish this at least a month ago, when the weather was more "Spring" than "Summer," -- then got sidetracked by a couple of client p...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Mar 20, 2011, 7:22 am
 Photo Courtesy of BHG.com Spring is a great time of year to make a few changes around your home. Here are a few ideas that can yield some instant results and make a major impact, too. Are you pressed for time or on a budget? These are 10 quick, easy, and low cost ideas that can give your home a fr...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Mar 4, 2011, 1:29 pm
I'm always on the lookout for new books, resources, tips, and information about simple, easy, and family-friendly decorating and design ideas that I can share with people. Designer, photographer, blogger, and author Stephen Saint-Onge has just published a new book No Place Like Home: Tips & Techniqu...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Mar 2, 2011, 12:10 am
Here are some new books on decorating and design to add to your bookshelf. Charlotte Moss's latest book, Charlotte Moss Decorates: The Art of Creating Elegant and Inspired Rooms will be out on March 22, 2011.  Annie Kelly's book Litchfield Style: Classic Country Houses of Connecticut will be ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Feb 24, 2011, 6:45 pm
Ceil Petrucelli Interiors & Occasional Flowersare teaming up on an exciting new project! A "Wreath of the Season" Club! Join our "Wreath of the Season" Club and you'll have a beautiful, generous-sized wreath designed with hand-selected materials delivered to your door each season. The *Club* starts...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Feb 21, 2011, 6:18 pm
I was recently the guest speaker at the WBON - Women Business Owners Network Upper Valley Chapter monthly meeting which was held at the historic Norwich Inn, located in Norwich, VT. We had a delicious lunch and I had a great time with an amazing group of women. When I was invited to speak several mo...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Feb 10, 2011, 11:23 am
I've had this blog post in a state of limbo for awhile - somehow, the timing was never right. Especially over the past two months as we've been hit with one snowstorm after another - I mean, with all the mounds, piles, and drifts of white snow covering the landscape, I just couldn't deal with writin...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jan 21, 2011, 7:56 am
Recently mentioned in the February 2011 issue of Traditional Home Magazine, a book worth taking a look at and perhaps adding to your bookshelf?    The trend now is to simplify, edit, get rid of things that no longer "work" for you. We are becoming a lot more aware of our homes and how we can bett...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jan 17, 2011, 9:02 am
Here are a few more favorites on organizing, clearing clutter, and living with less "stuff." From Julie Morgenstern        From Peter Walsh    From Others         For more books, information, and resources on organizing, decorating, and more, please visit my On-Line Store. Lots of g...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jan 14, 2011, 6:52 pm
A New Year and a great time to get organized and clear out some of the clutter. Here are a few of my favorite books and resources. From Donna Smallin   Visit my On-Line Bookstore for more books on organizing, clearing clutter, decorating, and more! Visit my On-Line Store for more home organizing ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jan 14, 2011, 3:26 pm
Here are a few books that are my favorite go-to resources for organizing and home decorating. Real Simple: The Organized HomeReal Simple 869 New Uses for Old Things: An Encyclopedia of Innovative Ideas for Everyday ItemsReal Simple Solutions: Tricks, Wisdom and Easy Ideas to Simplify Everyday ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Dec 5, 2010, 8:38 am
15 Ideas and Tips to Give More, Spend Less, and Share More Time with Friends and Family During the Holiday Season The holiday season should be a time to enjoy, share good times with friends, family, co-workers, and other special people in our lives. But, too often, it becomes a very stressful time o...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 22, 2010, 11:09 am
Alanya Bedding by Jabbour LinensOccasionally, I'll get a request to feature a blog post from a guest who has  enjoyed following my blog. I'm pleased to feature this blog post about French bedroom decor from Jabbour Linens, located outside New York City. They specialize in the finest imported luxury...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 22, 2010, 10:35 am
Come Light, Visit Me Courtesy of Kate Pond I was recently honored and thrilled to contribute an article to the 2010 Fall/Holiday issue of Southern Vermont Arts & Living magazine titled Inspired by Nature. I had an opportunity to interview three amazing area sculptors, Kate Pond from Burlington, Andy...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Sep 7, 2010, 7:20 pm
 Photo Courtesy of SheKnows.com Here in Southern Vermont, the leaves are already starting to change, the air is getting crisper, the days shorter, the pumpkins are numerous, and there is a definite feeling of fall in the air.  Here is a link to an article by Corie Russell which offers tips, infor...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Aug 31, 2010, 12:48 pm
It's almost September, Labor Day Weekend is coming up fast, the kids are back in school, it's starting to feel "fallish" here in Southwestern Vermont - leaves have started to turn in a few places. I've been working on some new ventures and new projects, too. You can listen in every Thursday at 11 AM...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Aug 24, 2010, 6:16 pm
I still can't believe that summer will soon be over and fall will be heading our way in less than a month! The past few months have gone by way too quickly -- it seems like I was just celebrating Memorial Day Weekend, then 4th of July came and went -- and now Labor Day will soon be here. The kids ar...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 26, 2010, 9:03 am
  Photo Courtesy of Real Simple and Charles Masters I'm very excited to announce that Linda Dilworth and I will be hosting our own radio show on WBTN 1370 AM, Bennington, VT starting August 12, 2010. The show will air every Thursday at 11 AM and will run 30 minutes. The show can be listened to on ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 14, 2010, 8:00 am
 Traditional Dining Room in Manchester, VT Home courtesy of Ceil Petrucelli Interiors I was pleasantly surprised to be one of the featured designers on Decorati this week! Here's a link to the page and you can click onto my portfolio once you get on the page. I'm in great company and want to congra...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jul 13, 2010, 2:58 pm
Photo Courtesy of Real Simple Recently, I've been following my own advice and have been spending some time clearing clutter, going through closets, storage areas, bookshelves, and cabinets to find things that I no longer need or want. Various items are being thrown out or sold, donated, recycled, re...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jul 10, 2010, 7:06 am
 The Designers' Corner photo courtesy of Ceil Petrucelli I'm pleased to announce that I will be collaborating with Linda Dilworth, owner of  Dilworth Decorative Designs & Finishes, Manchester Center, VT and we've just rented space on the second floor at the Vermont Wreath Company Antique Center on...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jun 22, 2010, 12:03 pm
Power Thought Cards (Beautiful Card Deck) I've been a long time fan of Louise L Hay  and have many of her books and inspirational products. I recently picked up a wonderful 64-card deck that comes in a beautifully designed little box which can be kept by your bedside, on your desk, your coffee tabl...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jun 20, 2010, 2:32 pm
This has become one of my favorite "go to" books on home decorating and interior design. It was published almost 2 years ago, but is still a valuable source of tips, information, sources, photos, and lots of inspirational rooms and homes. It's definitely a keeper and I find that I go back to it agai...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jun 18, 2010, 12:16 pm
Here's a link to an article by The Daily Green which gives you some quick and easy tips to declutter your home Fast! 4 Simple Tips for Decluttering Your Home
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jun 18, 2010, 12:11 pm
The editors at Real Simple Magazine have put together a number of books over the past few years. One of my favorites is The Organized Home. Chock full of tips, advice, photos, and real life information which you can use to help you get and stay organized!
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jun 17, 2010, 7:38 am
Want a fairly quick and easy kitchen upgrade that you can possibly do yourself in a weekend? Here are some tips for tiled backsplashes from the folks at This Old House Quick Kitchen Upgrade | 10 Tips for Tile Backsplashes | Photos | Backsplashes | Kitchens | This Old House If you're looking fo...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jun 13, 2010, 8:11 pm
 Photo Courtesy of Ceil Petrucelli Here's a fun and inspirational little movie from Simple Truths that I'd like to share with my women friends. Enjoy and feel free to pass it along! Oh Thank Goodness, It's Not Just Me! | Oh Thank Goodness, It's Not Just Me! Movie
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jun 11, 2010, 8:29 pm
This has become a favorite guidebook for me - blending my love of art & mixed media, journaling, and visualizing with a new way to develop and test new ideas for my business. This book is a visual, results-oriented, step-by-step method of business development for creatives from all walks of life. Th...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Jun 7, 2010, 8:54 pm
I'm always looking around for fun and interesting projects to share. Here's a link to a do-it-yourself Verdigris paint project from Better Homes and Gardens. This technique can easily be used on a variety of surfaces and objects. Try it on a lamp base, candlesticks, a terra cotta pot, a garden bench...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Jun 7, 2010, 6:58 pm
I'm reading a great book by Carol M. Olmstead, FSII which demystifies Feng Shui and offers some easy to understand tips and practical advice for anyone who would like to learn more about Feng Shui and how it can help you improve your home and your life. You can also get more information about ...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - May 25, 2010, 6:51 pm
My good friend and business associate, kitchen designer Barbara Lappos, has just published her first book, Kitchen Art: Educated Design. Barbara has been a successful kitchen and bathroom designer for over 20 years and has owned her own business, Kitchen Art, Inc. located in Manchester, VT since 200...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Apr 21, 2010, 8:05 pm
 Photo Courtesy of Viva Terra Here's a link to my most recent article on Examiner.com.  15 Simple and easy green tips for your home Posted using ShareThis
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Apr 19, 2010, 3:12 pm
 Photo Courtesy of Ceil Petrucelli Interiors  I'm honored to be featured on AVA Living this week - Ava's Choice for Open Plan Living & Dining. This is the second time I've been featured and it's always an honor! This is a model townhome that I furnished and staged for a development company in Nor...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Apr 16, 2010, 7:47 am
Photo Courtesy of Weitzner Limited I recently attended a Designer's Showcase Trade Show which was held in Manchester, VT at the Inn at Willow Pond. It was a great show and we had an opportunity to see many of the latest designs in fabrics, trims, wall coverings, drapery hardware, custom rugs, and mo...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on The House Therapist Blog - Apr 15, 2010, 9:56 am
Just in time for Earth Day, the new EPA lead paint law goes into effect on April 22, 2010. Many local area contractors are taking certification classes offered by local home improvement centers. In Bennington, most contractors I know are attending classes at Greenberg's. Here is an article from Ang...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Apr 15, 2010, 9:44 am
 Photo Courtesy of TorlysHere is a recent post from Angie's List that caught my attention. Leather flooring has recently been developed by a few companies and it offers a green and eco-friendly solution to homeowners who are looking for something "a little different" for their floors. The leather f...
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Ceil Petrucelli posted an article on Ceil Petrucelli Interiors Blog - Apr 7, 2010, 9:39 am
Bay Area Browns Courtesy of House Beautiful Here's a link to my most recent article on Examiner.com. Enjoy! 5 top design and decorating trends for 2010
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