Thursday, September 3, 2015

Global Treasures and Eclectic Finds


We are getting ready to launch our Festive collection soon. I am in the midst of photographing the new products. Its an exciting time to say the least :) My plan is to have a catalogue ready in a few weeks. I have a mailing list in place and if you would like to be added on to the list, please leave your email address in the comments section. 

You shall soon find an email in your inbox with details of our new Festive collection :) 

For those of you who are new to My Dream Canvas and my little boutique, here is my story...

"Whenever, I get the chance, I go treasure hunting........ whether I'm halfway around the world or just around the corner from home :) I love a good find........ and thus began the journey of the Shop at My Dream Canvas.
My Shop is a collection of Global treasures and Eclectic Finds. These are my personal picks for your lovely home. The products at the Shop get updated a few times a year and run until items are sold out. So grab them while you still can :)"


Stay tuned, thanks for stopping by and keep on smiling!

Image: My Dream Canvas

Design Mantras To Live By

I recently spotted designer Kim Salmela's home on One Kings Lane. While, I like the look of her home, its her words and her design mantra that struck me the most. 
I am quoting her words as they truly resonate with me. Her thoughts and her attitude to design is something I can completely relate to. In her words." Masculine next to feminine. Inexpensive next to expensive. Contrast creates the best design and highlights the beauty of each piece. If everything is all one style, you look around the room and nothing stands out." Another one " “Life is short. Honestly. You should just walk into your home and be happy. There are no rules. That’s the rule.” 

 I could not agree more! My Family room has emerged into a space that has no rules..... ...conforms to no one style, and has no boundaries. It is truly my canvas :)  I dip my hands into bucket loads of paint and smear it all around. It is my very own lively mess, that welcomes me home and makes me smile:)
 I highly recommend a no rule design style. See were it takes you :) 

 What is your one design mantra you live by?




To view Kim Salmela's home, click here




Image: 1 My Dream Canvas
Image 2 and 3 : Kim Salmela via One Kings Lane