Cultivate What Your Critics Don't Like

Listen carefully to first criticisms of your work. 

Note just what it is about your work that critics don't like - 


then cultivate it!!

That's the part of your work that's individual and worth keeping.
Jean Cocteau


Can you think of  better advice for a creative individual?

It takes great courage and confidence of steel to follow through with this advice.
But...think about anyone who is famous probably did (without knowing it), 
or never heard or listened to the critics.
They are unique. No?

I   " 5  fingered "   this quote from Yvette @ In So Many Words

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You can never have too many shoes - from edgy military inspired boots to the classic black pump. Shopbop, a premier online shopping destination for fashion forward women, is giving one lucky BB&B reader $100 to shop for whatever style your heart (and feet) desires.

To stay stylish and comfortable during the day, Shopbop offers flats from designers like Tory Burch and Jil Sander. For a night out, swap out your regular heels in favor of some edgy thigh high boots or a wedge boot from Shopbop’s collection of Tapeet shoes. If you want some trendy clothes from your favorite designers to go with your new shoes, check out what’s on sale at Shopbop.

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Room Divider and Fabric Outlets

THIS POST IS FROM ROOM REMIX - THE BLOG .

BHG Storage Fall/Winter 2010 Photo Emily Minton-Redfield

When I saw this flat panel TV stands/room divider in a BHG special interest magazine, I thought it was such a clever and functional idea! It divides the space without blocking the view and creates another "wall" for the TV where there previously wasn't one.  I don't know what is on the other side of the TV stand, but I think it would be a great idea to hang artwork on it to create more interest.

What do you think? Good idea, right?

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On to fabric outlets. I went this weekend and was reminded of what I love and don't love about them.

First of all, DO NOT go on the weekend. There were so many people it was very hard to even get around. The fabric bolts were pushed all over the place, sometimes blocking the aisles, and the poor people trying to keep them straightened could not keep up. Slightly chaotic.

What I like.
SO much fabric. I love fabric and I love that there's so much of it. So many possibilities and, in a way, I like the challenge of finding the gem among all of the not-so-much gems.

The prices! You can find some really great fabric (if you look hard) for next to nothing compared to retail prices.

BHG.com

What I don't like.
SO much fabric. :-) It's hard to sort through and it's all on the bolt right side in so it's very hard to see. It takes a LOT of work to dig through and find something you can use.
You can cut samples, but there's no guarantee that the same fabric will actually be there when you go back.

Do you shop at fabric outlets? Like them? Any tips?

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Modern Contemporary Cake Furniture by Jane Hamley Wells

Filed Under: Furniture

These are perhaps the sweetest irresistible cake which is not eatable. These are the most creative and sweet yet functional outdoor furniture although I prefer to place it at my living room or perhaps you can use it both as outdoor furniture and indoor furniture. You can grab pieces of your sitting of this Cake and have a nice chit and chat with your friends and share some laughter or share your stories. The creative and innovative design is coming from Jane Hamley Wells, and this clever design incorporates seating and a modern low table in one package.

Cake is made to hold up to five people, but if you want to share with more people I don’t think that would be comfortable. The modern contemporary furniture isn’t just convenient, but it’s also compact as you can store the 5 slices of seat under the stainless steel glass table after once being used or not used. The tabletop itself comes in clear, satin, smoked brown and smoked grey finishes where this is just the perfect furniture who loves to share around with friends and family. So now we will share a piece of information with you at Jane Hamley Wells.

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Impressive Crystal Chandeliers From Water Pressure: Total Luxury Statement

Filed Under: Lighting

Get the luxury statement with these super cool luxury chandelier from Water Pressure. You will amaze with its pure luxury Swarovski crystal. This suspension lighting surely will enrich your luxury interior design into more spacious. It is modern, water inspired chandeliers rendering brilliant crystal in suspended animation.

Designed by Evelyn Hutter, these beautiful lighting will space up your living room, dining room, open kitchen, even your bathroom. It features stunning chandeliers in total contemporary looks that leaves your home dripping in pure luxury. Glow and glam crystals that shimmer in the light and dance with movement. The chandelier’s body is constructed using architectural perforated metal, with tiny Swarovski crystal droplets suspended by micro stainless steel thread in a glistening cascade.

The company has unveiled the latest collection aptly named Rogue Wave that present a spontaneous forceful wave curved upward, awash in an ocean mist of glimmering steel. You may interested with another stunning collection like Crashing Wave, Lawn Sprinkler, Lather Up, NYC Sewer Grate and Irrigation. All inspired by beauty of water and 100 % STRASS Swarovski Crystal. For current pricing, please contact their web here.

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Exotic Oriental Outdoor Furniture by Merane

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Comforting right? I’m sure you want one. I love the woven design and this wicker outdoor furniture is from Merane. The materials used are qualified and with design excellence. Weather resistant is also used for outdoor furniture as Merane wanted to make sure that the product doesn’t withered against the strong changing climate nowdays.

The construction is made from aluminum frame where as the top is a woven material looking like rattan made. There are many options of nice oriental outdoor furniture as to choose from and I’m sure you will love it. Check Merane if you desire this kind of furniture to decorate your outdoor design with. I’d rather love it to be put in public spaces but do you dare to share something exotic such as these?

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Four Seasons of Romance in Your Private Romantic Garden Design by Eckersley Garden Architecture

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Instead of buying an expensive house, sometimes people have their own idea for a getaway. One of them is having a romantic garden. Having one sometimes can produce a pro and contra, but never mind about the pros and cons as we would like to let you enjoy this dreamy garden design from Eckersley Garden Architecture.

The company is a great garden designer and it is Australian based, a country which is well known for its great backyard. This kind of garden will lead you into a four seasons of romance, a never ending romance at your very own backyard and outdoors. Although some including you might say that this kind of garden will take a lot of efforts in maintaining, but for some people maintaining is one fun exercise. So we’re glad to let you enjoy this romantic garden from Eckersley Garden Architecture.

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Monte Sao Domingos Restored Residence in Portugal

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Monte Sao Domingos is remodeling an historic nunnery and Alto Real horse farm. It’s located in the olive and wine region in the Alentejo, in Elvas, Portugal. This residence has been renovated over the last five years. the floor was restored again in the original hand-made floor tiles, antique marble sinks, hand carved by 100 plus tile in shower and hand forged iron and glass doors.

Monte Sao Domingos is situated on a hilltop with 360 degree views, including lake Caia. With agricultural style gives a touch of time inherent in the nuances of the farm. At the same time technically modern house with shining floor heating, hot water solar panels, and full kitchen. It’s built on land in the area 480.000m2.

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