30 Ideabooks by Suzy Q Mirjam

When considering all of the appliances and necessities that hog up your counters, you realize that not a lot of room is left for food preparation, let alone presentation. Not everyone is fortunate enough to have a huge kitchen with plenty of counter space,...

When the warm weather comes, it's time to move entertaining and parties outdoors. Make them memorable with simple food, good company and living the easy life! There is no better way to do it than with some simple barbecue must-haves like a party plate...

Leave the winter blues behind, and say hello to spring as the happy Easter holiday creeps out from just around the corner. From the traditional pastel hues to the bunny-themed decorations, Easter has always been a big favorite in my household. Every year...

With spring creeping just around the corner, there is no better time to introduce 2013’s much-anticipated color of the year: lemon sorbet! The hottest hue of the year makes the perfect choice to brighten and soften up a gloomy or neglected space in...

Another year, another decor trend. This time around, I've got my hands on another great design craze: quilting. Quilted pieces are popping up everywhere, and don’t think they're your hand-me-down quilts from grandma. Think quilted à la Coco Chanel’s...

Brass is making a huge comeback and popping up everywhere you turn. Relax, it’s not the shiny brass we have all learned to hate, but the brass with a different kind of finish — think soft, polished, antiqued or hammered. Designers are hopping onto...

Having a hard timetransitioning your home from winter to spring? Do more than the traditional carpet cleaning, windows scrubbing and deep spring cleaning the warm weather brings. Start off the new season in style with...

September is approaching which makes it is the perfect time to get your home in tip-top shape for a long year ahead. This August is the perfect time to incorporate feng shui, an ancient Chinese way of life, into your life. This Chinese science focuses...

'Tis the season for family, food, traditions and lots and lots of guests. Everyone loves a good present, but the gift of comfort is always a priceless one. Setting up your guest bedroom should be one of your top priorities, and it’s a lot more than...

So what is faux bois? Americans have made it sound extra stylish by using the French term "faux bois" for "false wood" to refer to items that look like they were pulled right from a forest. These items are usually made from cast stone, cast iron or even...

Fall is definitely in the air! I still can’t get over how fast summer passed, and it makes me want to turn back time to relive it all over again. Now the kids are back in school, and work is going full speed ahead. Besides the full workload, I'm really...

If you are looking to give your space a refreshing new look or a little pick-me-up, look no further than exotic bone inlay furnishings. These one-of-a-kind pieces have been making a huge comeback this sunny season and have been popping up in just...

Western decorating is a look that designers have long neglected, but now it’s back and better than ever! This is one timeless style that is sure to be enjoyed by family, friends — even your wallet. The older and more aged your furniture gets, the...

Tropical decorating is one style that is sure to keep mouths watering this summer. From delicious hues to enchanting prints, you definitely don’t want to miss out on this one. This summer I’ve decided to bring my favorite vacation spot home with some...

Mother’s Day happens to be just around the corner (in two weeks)! If you haven’t made any plans so far, I’ve handpicked some of the most memorable and thoughtful gifts for every budget. No matter what your mother’s interests are, these gifts...