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rv-mattressTravelling around the countryside in your RV is an exciting way to see the country and meet up with and make new friends.

There is a sense of joy and freedom in being able to go where you want, when you want. And it is this freedom of choice that has led to the thousands of RV travellers throughout the country.

 Driving and sightseeing however do take their toll and a good nights sleep is extrememly important, especially for the driver.

So it is important that your RV has a mattress that provides a comfortable, restful sleep. Buying a mattress that has been handcrafted especially for recreational vehicles makes good sense. 

There are a number of different RV Mattresses available such as the one shown above which is made from a unique memory foam that lets the heat to escape quickly so that the mattress is kept cool throughout the night.

Next time you are out and about, make sure you get a good nights rest so that you can tackle the rigours of driving and sightseeing fully refreshed.

candlesticksAs I have mentioned previously I love candles and have a large number of unique candleholders.

My family and friends always know that I appreciate receiving candles in a variety of aromas.

I feel it is important to have candle holders that are not only decorative but safe as well and so I like to take my time when selecting a new unique style candleholder.

I have a variety of tea light holders for use in the bathroom and a very attractive black wrought iron wall sconce in a circular pattern that holds 11 small pillar candles.  My tea light candle holders are in a variety of designs in materials such as glass, ceramic and pottery.

Beautifully scented candles and a unique candle holder will make a welcome gift for any occasion  and especially as a gift for a house warming or bridal shower.

Candlelight sets the mood for a romantic evening at home and creates a serene atmosphere.

elvis-animated-lampAdding a lamp or two to a room is not only a practical solution to creating a soft ambience or a flood of light for reading or craft work. Lamps will certainly add some light but why settle for just any old style lamp when you can add a touch of class and style by choosing a truly unique looking lamp.

When my girls were little they each had different interests, one loved horses and the other had more random interests, so I made sure that each had decor to suit their personality and this included lamps unique to each girls taste.  My grandaughter is an Elvis fan so she was delighted when she received this Elvis Lamp Animated as a gift.

Elvis dances and sings when the on/off button is pressed so she finds it an absolute delight.  Its such a simple thing, adding a unique lamp to a room but it is amazing just how it adds to the ambiance and the pleasure  a lamp can provide.

There are so many lovely styles of lamps available with bases made in a variety of materials from the traditinal wood base to the more modern styling in plastic and stainless steel. And of course the same goes for the shades.

When I was a child the shades were hard plastic or some sort of pleated, stiffened fabric and they weren’t particularly appealing. Of course when we went away for the weekend to our holiday hangout we were reduced to using kerosene lamps and candlelight as there wasn’t any electricity available. In which case the shades were made from toughened glass.



pennfield-playhousePlayhouses are areas where a child’s lifetime memories are made.

Children can pretend to be whoever they want to be while feeling safe and cozy in their own world of wonder.

And now you can build a playhouse for your children with an easy to put together playhouse kits

There is a wide range of styles available such as Victorian, country cottages, condo’s to name a few. And they come in a variety of sizes. So you are sure to find one to suit your children.

Playhouse kits come with all the hardware that you need for assembly. The base is treated and ready to place on the ground.

The paint is generally not included, but that’s okay because it gives you and your child the scope to discuss the color schemes.


wind-chimes-cosmic-spinnerI love the sound of wind chimes in a garden setting, there is something soothing about the sound created as the wind gently moves the chimes to strike against each other or against a centre section made of metal, wood, bamboo or other material.

Don’t make the same mistake that I made a few years ago. I brought a very large set of wind chimes made of copper and the sound was beautiful but very loud.

In fact so loud that I moved the chimes from the verandah to the far corner of the back yard. Even so, on a windy day the sound could be heard booming all over the neighbourhood, much to the disgust of the neighbours.

After a sleepless night during a particularly windy period, I had to relent and remove the offending object, much to everyones relief.

I replaced the loud resonating wind chimes with a more sedate set that tinkled nicely, whatever the weather.

As I have now moved to a rural area and live on 28 acres, I have once again invested in a large set of wind chimes, which can be strategically placed so as to be heard but not be annoying.

Wind chimes make a lovely unique gift and there are so many beautiful styles to choose from. And the sound will always remind them of your thoughtfulness.
Just keep in mind the area where the gift receiver resides.


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