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meet cute: the pottery class | wen junhui

SYNOPSIS. in which you choose to attend a pottery class for a solo date, not expecting to be so shy sitting next to an equally shy classmate. PAIRING. wen junhui x gn!reader GENRE. fluff, meet cute, first meetings, implied college au WARNINGS. none WORD COUNT. 2.2k

notes: welcome to your meet cute with jun!

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...a pottery class!

There have been many times where you had thoughts of one day joining a pottery class out of curiosity, but time never played in your favour and the idea had been pushed to the back of your mind. However, of course, today was different and gifted you an entire day with no deadlines and no responsibilities. It was a rare and precious blank canvas of time, and you couldn't help but wonder: why not now?

Out the window, the early afternoon sun bathes the world in a soft, golden light, and a gentle breeze swaying through the trees carries the promise of a new type of experience. So you peer at yourself one last time in the mirror and over the outfit you've chosen. Your reflection seems different𑁋a little more eager, a little more hopeful.

You quickly research the closest, good-reviewed studio, and within minutes, you find a place nearby that offers beginner pottery classes. Then you race to put on your shoes, grab your keys, and head out the door. As you step into the golden embrace of the sun, you take a deep breath, feeling the crispness of the air and the warmth of the day caress your skin. On your way to the pottery studio, you pass by the nearby park you always go to and even the old coffee shop you should visit again sometime.

When you arrive at the pottery studio, you're greeted by a charming and rustic façade, with the studio's sign hanging proudly above the door. As you make your way inside, you notice the intricate details that adorn the wooded walls𑁋pottery tools neatly organised, hand-painted ceramic tiles showcasing different glazing designs, and photographs capturing the smiles of satisfied students.

As you approach the receptionist desk, a young woman greets you with a friendly smile. "Hi, welcome to Pledis Pottery. Are you here for a class or just browsing?"

You clear your throat, hesitating for a moment. "Uh, I heard you guys offer beginner classes? If it's possible, can I sign up one for one?"

"Sure, we have a class starting in fifteen minutes. Would you like to enroll?"

"Yes, please. Thank you so much."

"Okay. And can I get a name?"

"Sure. Y/N."

The receptionist then passes you a form and you eagerly fill it out before handing it back to her. Then you sit down in a small waiting area where a few other people sat, like an older woman sitting a few chairs away from you, a couple browsing through magazines, and a cute boy in the corner who appeared to be around your age scrolling mindlessly through his phone with a small smile, which makes your gaze linger on him a bit.

You do the same to preoccupy your time waiting, shooting the occasional curious glance in the boy's direction, and before you know it, a voice gains the attention of all the eyes in the waiting area.

"If you're here for our beginners' class, you may all follow me," a woman instructs, and you already find yourself gathering your belongings before following the couple in front of you. And from behind, you can sense the boy from earlier walking suit, and the feeling brings a very subtle jump to your heart.

When you walk into the spacious classroom, your eyes widen to the shelves along the walls displaying an array of beautifully glazed pottery from intricate detailed vases to whimsical figurines. The air is filled with the earthy scent of clay, and you can see rows of pottery wheel worktables sitting in the middle of the room.

"Welcome, everyone, to the world of pottery!" the instructor exclaims enthusiastically. "Today, we'll start by getting comfortable with the basics. Pottery is a patient art form, so remember that it's okay to take your time and just enjoy the process. For now, if you all could put on an apron and take a seat, then we can get started today."

You grab an apron from a nearby rack and drape it over yourself. However, as you attempt to tie your apron securely, your lips purse together annoyingly while fumbling the fabric, feeling a bit self-conscious, but your fingers just can't seem to get a secure grip.

Just when you're starting to feel a hint of frustration, you notice that the boy from earlier at the corner of your eye calmly tying his own apron with ease. You hesitate for a moment, taking in a deep breath, before making your way in his direction.

You clear your throat awkwardly. "Um, excuse me?"

It catches his attention quite easily, and your momentarily stunned by his wide deep-set eyes peering curiously into yours, his dark brown irises meeting yours.

You feel an embarrassed flush spread through your face. "Uh, can you help me tie this apron? I can't seem to get a good knot on it."

The boy seems pensive for a moment, and you swear you can almost notice a faint rosy hue to his own cheeks, before stepping up to you with a small nod. You turn around so your back faces him, and you feel a warmth spread through you as he gently takes hold of the apron strings, his fingers brushing against yours.

After a few moments that feel like an eternity, he finally ties the apron securely. His fingers linger for just a second longer than necessary, and your heart does a little somersault, and you mentally scold yourself for being so affected by a simple gesture.

"There," he says simply, softly, voice tinged with a hint of nervousness that seems to mirror your own. "All set."

You turn to face him𑁋wow, he's tall𑁋offering a shy but appreciative smile. "Thanks."

He returns your smile sheepishly; if anything, it makes him more cute. "Yeah, of course."

There's a few moments of awkward silence as you both make your way to your own worktables, selecting ones where you are sitting next to each other. The room is filled with the sound of gentle chatter as the instructor explains the basics of pottery and the simple project of creating the shape of a bowl for today's class.

When your fingers brush against the cool, damp clay, you're struck by its cool and smooth texture. Your eyes instinctively glance to the boy beside you whose name you still don't know, and you watch his unwavering concentration as he deftly collects the clay in his hands. It almost looks like he knows what he's doing, but from the thin line at his lips, you could only assume he's a bit in the same boat as you.

You somehow muster up the courage to talk again, partly to distract yourself from the awkwardness of starting. "Is it your first time here too?"

He turns to you, and his previously concentrated expression softens, a nervous chuckle leaving his lips.

"Yeah, um..." He almost brings a hand to scratch at the back of his neck, but drops it back down since it's covered in clay. "It's a bit harder than I thought."

"For sure, but... I'm sure we'll figure it out," You respond with a small grin, hoping to shed some hopeful light to both of your projects, before bringing your focus back to the clay. It feels oddly therapeutic under your hands. Your fingers press into the clay, and you slowly start to shape it into a bowl, albeit with a few bumps and uneven edges.

With the help of the instructor coming to your side a few times, you both quietly continue to shape your clay, and you can't help but sneak glances at him when he's not looking. There's something about his focused yet slightly nervous expression that you find endearing and cute. It's clear he's genuinely trying his best, just like you.

As time passes, you start to find the process of shaping the clay more easier, even fixing any bumps you might have created before and straightening the edges almost perfectly.

However, as you look over at the cute boy, you notice that he's still struggling. His bowl looks a bit misshapen, frustration evident in the furrow of his brow, and you can tell that he's feeling a bit disheartened by his progress𑁋or lack thereof. Glancing down at your bowl and back to his, you stop your wheel and scoot your chair over to his, the tip of your knee momentarily brushing against his, gaining his attention.

"Here, let me help." You reach out, your fingers gently touching the clay he's working on, and you both briefly tense up at the contact of your hands touching again. "You have to be patient with it. It can be a bit stubborn at times."

He takes his hand away and watches closely like a cat focused on a dangling string as you demonstrate how to handle the clay, your fingers expertly moving with precision. Then when he hesitantly brings his hands back to meet yours, you help guide them back into proper place, your hands following his movements with gentleness. It's oddly intimate, and you don't realise it until you both catch each other's eyes for a second, before bringing your gazes back down bashfully.

"Your name is Y/N, right?" he asks after what feels like an extremely long, entire minute.

You nod, your heart skipping a beat at the sound of your name from his lips. "Yeah, uh... how did you know that?"

A faint blush creeps onto his cheeks as he sheepishly pushes away some loose strands of dark hair in front of his face, smudging a bit of clay on his face in the process. You pinpoint a small mole above his upper lip.

"I, um, heard you talking to reception lady at the front." A pause, then a visible swallow of his Adam's apple. "Sorry, that sounded creepy."

"Ah, right. That's me." Your cheeks redden at his response, and you can't help but chuckle softly. "And you are...?"

"Junhui, but Jun is fine. Actually, um, either or is fine too. Whatever you want," he tells you quietly and quickly, and his name settles comfortably in your mind as if it's always been there.

"Junhui," You repeat with a warm smile. "It's cool meeting you, Jun."

Jun returns your smile shyly, and there's a subtle hint of relief in his expression. There's something about the way he smiles that tugs at your heartstrings. As you help him shape his clay, you notice how his fingers become more confident under yours and the way the tension in his shoulders eases. It doesn't take long for him to get the hang of it, and for you to return back to your own station.

Whatever awkwardness was lingering before had practically disappeared at this point. It's only small talk, but it's progress, you think. He tells you about his plans to become an actor, and the thought of him appearing in a drama of some sorts makes you even more intrigued if you weren't already. Then you tell him about your interests in literature, and you catch the way his eyes light up when you mention your favourite books and authors.

At some point, while focusing on your own bowl, you notice something on Jun's. You see him shaping some small, rounded protrusions at the top, almost looks like he's forming two small teeth. Or ears. Or something.

"Are you molding teeth on your bowl?" You ask, a twinge of tease to your voice.

You notice a small smirk at the corners of his mouth as he works to shape the protrusions to a more sharper look. Then he takes his foot off the pedal and sits back.

"It's supposed to to be cat ears," he claims, narrowing his eyes down at it. "Does it look like it?"

You lean in to take a closer look, and there it is𑁋a charming, abstract, clay cat with only its two pointy, slightly uneven ears to give its character. You let out a small chuckle at the sight, giving Jun a nod of approval.

"It does look like one, for sure," You tell him. "Maybe next class you could give it a face and a tail?"

He thinks about your words for a moment, moreso on when you said maybe next class.

"I can definitely try," he says, a sparkle of excitement in his eyes.

As the class comes to an end, you and Jun both place your unfinished pieces into designated shelves where you both can come back to them next class. The two of you then take off your aprons and clean up, letting the silence pass as you make your way outside and back into the main waiting area together. You both greet the receptionist a small have a good day before exiting out together.

The cool, late afternoon air feels refreshing the moment you step into it, letting out a breath of relief that seemed to have been dying to come out. Jun notices this, hiding the way his lips curve up by looking down at the ground.

"Today was fun," You say, eyes briefly roaming to the growing traffic on the streets.

Jun meets where your eyes are, before turning back to you. "Yeah," he adds on. "It was."

You mention something about how this day off meant to you, but Jun finds himself a bit distracted in the way you're literally glowing with the fading light of the day. As you both stand there, the thought of parting ways for now doesn't sit well with him, or either of you, for that matter.

You both linger in the moment, unsure of how to proceed, before Jun clears his throat. His voice, with a hint of hesitation, breaks the silence. "Um..."

The sound of his voice immediately catches your attention, and Jun swears his words catch in his throat. He glances away for a brief moment, then looks back at you with a hint of nervousness in his eyes, and the words finally spill out.

"...would you like to... um, do something again? Together? Maybe we could grab a coffee or dinner or something? It's pretty unoriginal, I know, but..."

Your heart flutters at his hesitant words. He looks adorable in his shyness, and you feel your own nervousness take a step back as you muster up a warm smile.

"I'd love to, Jun."

Jun visibly relaxes as your words wash over him, relief flooding his features. A bright smile breaks across his face, and the sight of it is just so infectious that it makes you smile even wider.

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Sire Bonds

Synopsis: You are sire-bonded to the bloodthirsty, coldhearted, no humanity trybrid Hope Mikaelson. As your love for her increases so does her destain for you.

Contains: mentions of blood, assault, sexual content, dom!Hope x sub!reader, semi MasterxSlave relationship, fingering (reader receiving), afab reader, degradation, feeding, aged up characters

Pairings: No Humanity!Hope Mikaelson x Fem!Reader

Author's note- This is the first time I am posting any of my works so please be kind! Also if you have any feedback on what could be improved I would very much appreciate it!

Word count- 980

  The breeze was swishing fallen cherry blossoms playfully in cadence with an Elvis Presley song, whining out into the automobile. The sun was adorning your reflection in the rearview mirror. Primroses, crocuses and pulmonarias mixed with almonds, amber, and musk tickled the senses. A bare path uncovered, secured away between country cottages. Days of damp grass, lounging under the sun’s caress and fingers laced with the promise of forever danced before your eyes.

 You soaked up her silhouette, marveling at her beauty. She was all leather and rips, edges and nicks. Although at first glance she appeared the same, she had morphed into a cruel, ruthless beast. Hope, the one that drew out your blood and feasted on your flesh, leaving you to wilt and wither, had captured your mind, chained your heart to hers.  

 She had never meant to have you and neither to keep you. You were to be a convenience, a warm artery for her to pierce and suck dry, but yet you had more to supply. You rose up again with a sudden thirst set deep within and her name on your lips. Unbeknownst to her, she had turned you. You were now a knight walker, cursed to roam the Earth beside her until the dawn of time.

 You were engrossed by her, obeying all of her commands, without wishing for anything in return. You lived to serve her- a slave of blood and amour.

 As you were passing by specks of houses on the road, you smiled to yourself, looking out at the life awaiting you. Hope let go of the steering wheel and dragged you by the jaw, extracting pained gasps out of you.

"I can hear you thinking. Stop being so joyful or I’ll throw you out onto the pavement. " She spat through gritted teeth, discarded you, and took hold of the wheel again. "You haven’t made any progress with controlling your powers. A useless pet is of no need to me! " She eyed her passenger with detest.  

   Your back hit the seat with a thud. You had disappointed her; you were unworthy of her care and love. No matter how much you tried, you would never be deserving of her affection. You turned away ashamedly and peered at your wrist- the Mikaelson crest marked onto it and circled your skin with your thumb in a soothing manner.

    The day peeled off lazily from the sky, making way for constellations to glisten down on you. You had arrived home, a slender province chalet. Fireflies were buzzing busily around the patio, flickering over grapevine leaves. The air was ripe with whiffs of rain and weeds. The stone-clothed trail illuminated the moon’s indolent glow. You followed your mistress through the mahogany door.

"I want my dinner and a glass of red." Hope declared yawnfully. She made her way to the ottoman in the middle of the rustic room and put her feet up. You poured her a glass of Tempranillo and put it down on the iron tray next to her. You crawled to her on the cushioned seat, pulled your hair back and offered her your neck.

  She scoffed at you. "You want me to feed off of you again, feed off of my own blood! Do you take me for a mere narcissist? " You glanced up at her apologetically, tears weighing your eyes at her vicious rejection. You laid your head atop her knees. She stroked it softly and sipped on her drink. "You are so pathetic, aren’t you?" You nodded in agreement.

  "Stand up! Face me!" she pulled onto a strand of your hair and whispered stringently into your ear. You followed her command with anticipation of what's to come.

The trybid caressed your cheek and pulled you in close to her. She brushed your bottom lip with the pad of her thumb and kissed you gently. Her tongue slithered into your mouth, forming patterns with yours. She bit on your swollen lip, making you whimper. Pushing your hair back, she planted wet open-mouth kisses from your jaw, down your neck and collarbone. She sucked on your skin, feeling you shiver in pleasure under her touch.

 Hope’s hands landed on your hips, one creeping up your breasts. She undressed you from the waist up and pushed you down on your back, leaving lines of saliva over your stomach as she was gliding her tongue up and down your body. You moaned when you felt her nibbling on your nipple and pinching the other.

  "You enjoying yourself, gorgeous?" she chuckled arrogantly.

  "Mhm… I want you so bad…" is all you could muster.

   "Good." Hope reached down to your zipper and found her way to your dripping cunt. "God, you are so wet already."

She kissed you again, passionately, while inserting three of her fingers inside your core. You gasped in ecstasy. The girl thrusted her hand in and out of you, stretching you out, and played with your clit.

You bit down on your lips to stifle your moans. You were a mess- body shaking and twitching as your mistress toyed with you. You tightened around her digits, your cunt pulsing feverishly with each and every pump.

   "It would make me very happy if you were to coat my fingers with your cum." Hope purred seductively. You looked up into her eyes as you started to feel your release wash over you. You screamed and groaned, colliding rapidly with Hopes’s hand.

The trybrid flashed her fangs and bit your neck, treating herself to a well-deserved diner. You whined in pain and pleasure, closing your eyes and gripping the sides of the ottoman hard. Fireworks flashed before you as you squirted all over her fingers.

 Hope detached her mouth from your bleeding neck and grabbed your throat forcefully. "This didn’t mean anything to me and neither do you." She squeezed hard, let go of you unamusedly, stood up, and made her way out of the room.

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TS3 CONVERSION-RANCH SET

All CC on this pack are base game compatible.

37 items

bed of innocence - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 900$

cowgirl's end table - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 200$

decadent incandescence - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 125$

desert ivy - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 120$

don libro's bookcase - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 730$

el comforto - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 450$

gnome 'ikin dining table - new mesh. 5 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 195$

goth family loveseat - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 1000$

hot to trot dresser - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 550$

le rustique lighting - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 60$

leather bound mirror - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 300$

lounge chairs - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 900$

miner's delightful lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 115$

mixed media living chair - new mesh. 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 1200$

old barley's lucky barstool - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 400$

old timey replica lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 80$

overly simple standup mirror - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 335$

perfect pedestal end table - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 50$

pre-fab bacon bed - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 2000$

rancher's bed of dreams - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 610$

ranchhand's bane coffee table - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 100$

rustically elegant dining chair - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 165$

rustically elegant dining table - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 285$

salty's flower barrel - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 55$

sassy classy dining chair - new mesh, 5 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 325$

the disciplinary lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 30$

the i didn't do it end table - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 160$

the isosceles lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 400$

the pretentious desk - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 300$

the puff n tufts chair - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 250$

the roll y poll y desk - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 525$

the royal baker's ceiling lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 95$

the serenity wall lamp - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 160$

the sturdy gurdy bookshelf - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 465$

the wheel of modernity - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 295$

trilight - new mesh, 3 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 150$

wheely bench - new mesh, 5 swatches, all lods and shadow (low poly). Fully tested in game. Cost 735$

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A CC filled lot this time. English-ish House is up on the gallery. 3 bed, 2.5 bath, with a pantry and laundry room. ID jeanbury. All the CC used is written below. Beware, it's a long 'un!

876 simmer-Oslo wardrobe, lowboy dresser, nightstand and standing mirror.

9 sims-DIY stars wall hanging.

Adrestea Moon-Storybook Lover and PJR Paintings.

Ars Botanica-Peonies Pitcher and Peony Jule Cup.

Ameyasims-You're So Vain: Vanity Brush and Hand Held Mirror.

ATS4-Breakfast: Milk Pack, Coffee Jars, Coffe Jar, Milk Bottle, Instant Drink, Tea Tin, Tea Box, Cocoa Powder Box. Fruit Juice Packs, Fruit Juice Glass Bottle, Coffee Bag. Baking: Wooden Spoon,Mechanical Scale, Timer, Canister, Baking Decoration Jar, Dried Fruits, Mixing Bowl, Baking Aids, Flour, Nutella, Baking Aids Stock, Dried Fruits Stock, Electronic Scale, Measuring Cup, Sugar, Jar, Measuring Cups, Rubber Spatula, Pastry Wheel, Candied Fruits. SnowyDay: Gloves, Wall Scarf #2, Wall Beanie #1, Fur Boots, Boots Snowcalf, Wall Coat #1 and #2 Bag Clutter: Tic Tacs.

Awingedllama-Apartment Therapy Potted Vine Round Mirror, Hanging Ivy.

Charley Pancakes-Insomnia: Organic Cotton Bedding. Miscellanea: Book Collection, Standing Books, Book Series.

Desimmy-Tiny Nifty Pictures.

Dew At Home-Hallway Hanging Scarf.

Duckey-Springtime Melody ,mug, Forever Spring Canvas Art, Lil Lilies, Friends and More Friends(these are table mounted frames that are called friends. That's all the information that was given)

Faaeish-BB Wall Decor Pegs and Toy Camera.

Felixandre-Chateau: Alarm Clock, Bedding, End Table, End Table 2, Drawer, Table Lamp, Rug Square, Telephone, Dresser. Grove: Salad Bowl, Lady Sam's Peony Vase, Bedframe V1. Grove-Timbershelf Inside Corner, Flagstone Floor, Cups, Stacked Plates, Stacked Plates 2, Stacked Plates Small, Wall Basket Small, Casserole, Bowls.

Felix and Harrie-Livin Rum: Box Files, Rug, Book Row, Book Series. Orjanic: Table Lamp, Bench, Cushion 2, Book End. Baysic: Toothpaste Container. Florence Fresco Mural. Tiny Twavellers:Hedge Wall.

GhostlyCC-Pre Raphaelite Paintings.

Harrie-Coastal Kitchen: Cereal Boxes, Cabinet Stack, Accent Counter 1 Marble Type, Coastal: Farmhouse Kitchen Sink with Tea Towel, Tins, Sofa, Tv Unit, Display Cupboard, Small Plates, Bowl, Bowl Stack, Cans, , Large Plates. Heritage: Traditional Towel Ring, Bowl Traditional Toilet, Traditional Runner, Landscape Artwork, Traditional Console Table, Floor Lamp, Traditional Round End Table, Traditional Elegant Mirror Small, Traditional Desk, Traditional Bust. Country: CoffeeTable.

Haruinosato-2x1 Curtain 01 Short.

Javabeandreams-Whimsical Animal Portraits.

Kardofe-Vienna Dining Room Curtains, Bella Babies Bedroom Small Pics.

Kliekie-Yove Plants 06, Awipow Plants 11, DecorationsPlants 10 Dragon's Herb. Whisper Laurel Plants 05

Kriss-Scania Build Set:Windows Classic Colonial 2 Tile, Classic Estate 2 Tile,Jugend Cottage 2 Tile.

Leafmotif-Botanical Bathtub, Twee Tableware: 6 Egg bowl, 9 Pot with Lid, Twin Mug Stacks, Whimsy Cake Plate, Short Pitcher. Basil's Favourite Chair 3 Maud Lewis Paintings

Linacherie-Ts2 Olde Tyme Skillets, Billyjean Curio Kitchen: Trays, Clip, Jar. Simlish Art 11, RPC Prints, Sizzling Cuisine Mitts, Delicious Bakery: Cookbooks, Flour Bag.

Madame Ria-Back To Basics: Spice Bottle,Dish Rack, Cereal Box, Pot Holder Wall, Modular Shelves, Coffee Tin, Pot Holder, Stock Pot, Dressing Container, Spice Rack, Counter Grey Scale, Open Book.

Marefc-Half Tiled Walls 2.

MC- Modern Crafter The Short Contemporary Radishly Plant

Menaceman 44-Granny's Brolly Vase.

Midsummersim-Simterest Poster.

Moonlightsim-Photo Frame Memories.

Nocturne-Rustic Cottage: Pokers, Master Curtain, Pedestal Old Miller Tea Set, Deco Retro Vacuum, Not So Shabby Rug, End Table. Grandma Cupboard.

Nynaeve Design-Lyne Half Curtains Blinds V1. Lyne Three Quarters Blinds V2, 1069, 1069 Lyne Radiator 1 Tile.

Okruee- ACNH Bathroom Towel Rack. (Animal Crossing)-

Omorfi Mera- Glass Jars.

PlasticBox- Modular Plant Hanging Pot.

Peacemaker-Hinterlands:Living Throw Pillow, Farmhouse Dining Table, Single Bedframe, Cottage Dining Chair, Bedside Table, Luxurious Single Bedding V1, Arched Mirror, Wardrobe, Bedframe with Footend, Nightstand. Hinterlands Living: Stately Fireplace, Coffee Tray Table, Mantle Mirror, Fringed Pouffe. Hinterlands Dining: Framed Dining Chair, Hanging Clock, Short Petal Pendant Porcelain Lamp.

Piersim- The Office Mini Pack: Higher Plant, Landline, Stackable Book, Printer.

Pocci-S Cargeaux Cabinet RecoloursCyclamen Outdoor, Iris Outdoor, Lilac In A Glass Bottle, Woodcabinet Open (Book cabinet Mini Set), Vintage Tea Set: Teacup With Tea, Milk Pitcher, Cupcake Plate. Magnolia Ceramic Vase, Basket Decor With Slots, Anthropologie Ottoman, Laundry Day Basket on Stool, Steaming Coffee Cup, Marguerite Teacup Empty, Iris In Glass Jar. Single Rose Glass Bottle. Potted Lily Of The Valley.

PTS-Cottage Garden Tea Tin Herbs, Granny's Basket Deco, Deco Mason Jar Short.

Quaylinsims- Paintings Zodiac.

Rhiannon AR-Medium Rug Floral Modern, Long Rug WithModern Floral Patterns

Ricca Bee-Mom's Lamp.

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[theartistknownaslymond]

Whumptober 2022 day 8

Stomach Pain | Head Trauma | Back from the Dead

Oonagh and Mikál are leaving Graham Reid Malett’s ashram. She’s not feeling 100% but she’s hopeful about a new start. She doesn’t know she’s about to meet someone she thought she was free of.

CW for references to Oonagh’s ED, symptoms hinted at are withdrawal from a drug she didn’t realise she was being given, one character has a gun, references also to Oonagh’s time training with terrorists.

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The Alamo road had seemed unending, but Oonagh didn't loosen her grip on the steering wheel. Through washouts and hidden pockets of powdery dust she'd guided the car carefully, coaxing it onwards though it was totally unsuitable for the terrain. The sky had turned a bright, mercury-coloured grey, and the mountain range where the ashram was based glowered in the rear view mirror. There was no radio signal out there in the desert, so they drove in silence - the boy Mikál was unusually pale-faced and edgy in the passenger seat, which Oonagh put down to his feelings about the low-slung car and the rustic trail.

He'd offered to drive, but she'd looked him up and down, decided he was basically a child, and refused to hand over control of her escape to this wee slip of a thing in his lilac kaftan and purple, infantile pedal-pushers. Oonagh herself had trained in off-roading back with the provos in a boggy camp in County Meath, so she wasn't about to trust her life to this little hippy - she willfully pushed aside the thought that, at the time, she had likely not even been as old as Mikál was now.

Maybe it was the tension getting to her, not knowing whether Francis and the others were successfully following them, not being certain whether they had managed to get the children out of the compound Geetesh had kept them in. Maybe she was just unused to having to concentrate so hard. Maybe the sky was simply too bright. When they turned onto Highway 95, Oonagh peeled a hand stiffly from the wheel and rubbed at the deepening frown line between her brows. She'd started to feel light-headed and clammy, detached from her surroundings even as the car rattled them over the uneven surface of the trail and the steering wheel juddered so that vibrations followed up her arms, right to her clenched teeth.

The smooth, straight highway was a struggle to focus on now, and she blinked and shifted in her seat, willing herself to stay alert.

"Are you well, Daso-jan?" Mikál murmured, turning his long, narrow face to her.

"Mikál..." Oonagh said, deliberately pronouncing it with a thick accent - Mee-hail - and shooting him a pointed look. "What did I tell you when you came back?"

He smiled, unashamed, unperturbed by the reminder. "Oonagh-jan. Are you well?"

"I'm tired, Mikál," she pronounced it according to his version this time. "But the road to Vegas is smooth and straight. We'll be there in no time."

"This is true, but why hurry when you are tired, and risk all you have? There is a diner at the gas station on the edge of the city. Let's stop and celebrate our freedom."

Oonagh shook her head and rolled her eyes. Her stomach felt like it was made of concrete, but the thought of food made it clench sharply. "I'm not hungry. Are you hungry?"

He grinned bashfully. "I'm a growing boy, they tell me." He tucked his long, mahogany hair back behind his ears and gave her his sweetest smile. He had this look about him of innocence and potential - guileless open lips and handsome dark eyes. Oonagh was sure he plucked his strong brows into their artful, arched shape, and he was always immaculately shaved - not a bit of hair on his chin or his legs or his arms. It made it hard to judge his age, even aside from her conviction that he had the unworldly, inexperienced nature of a naïf. But then life on the ashram could do that to people, and she didn't know how many years he'd been a devotee of Rajneesh's cult, nor what he had done with his life before that.

"I don't think I could manage to eat, Mikál," she shook her head again. "But I'll take you to a drive-thru if you want."

"Oh," he repeated the gesture with his hair, though it was still pinned behind his ears. "Come on, Oonagh-jan. There must be something you've missed on the ashram?"

She squinted out beyond her arms at the road. Her wrist bones looked sharp, nearly as skinny as she remembered Cai's being. Her stomach hurt, a clenched, vague discomfort that teetered on the edge of pain - and she wasn't certain whether it was a pain from hunger, a pain from not being hungry, or a pain from the worry that kept every muscle in her body taut. It had been building in her since the moment Geetesh's house had collapsed, it seemed - as though he had planted some spore within her that would continue to torture her even after he was gone.

She swallowed and felt her body fight even his simple gesture. So perhaps letting herself enjoy something cheap and trashy from a diner - assuming Mikál had cash on him - would be an act of defiance. A way of putting the ashram life behind her and combating the ache in her stomach, of fighting Geetesh, even after his death.

"All right. Coffee. I haven't had a good cup of coffee in..." she bit her lip and let her foot lie a bit heavier on the gas pedal. She had counted the months by Cai's age. "A while."

"Ayo!" Mikál exclaimed. He shook the air with his clenched fists. "I will buy you coffee and apple pie, Oonagh-jan."

Oonagh smiled. She still didn't want to eat, but the idea of a slice of pie on a plate pleased her. She would order it with a scoop of white vanilla ice cream and watch the ice cream melt down between the slices of cooked fruit. She would wish Cai was with her, so she could slice pieces off with her spoon and offer them to him.

Stepping out of the car at the diner she felt light-headed and leaned on the car for a moment. Mikál said he would go in and order, so she let him go and took deep breaths, acutely aware of the fragility and weakness of her body after all she had denied herself and all Geetesh had denied her on top of that.

From the open window of the diner she smelled the food and, although her stomach still hurt, her heart beat faster at the rich aromas, and her mouth began to fill with saliva. As she moved around the car, keeping one hand on it to steady herself, she began to feel hopeful about the coffee and the pie. Maybe she would let herself have a mouthful. It would steady her, and the rush of sugar on an empty stomach like this - combined with caffeine - would be even better than the highs from pure West Berlin cocaine.

She didn't see Mikál when she entered, but she was too weak to stand at the counter, so slid into one of the booths and ignored the stares of the other patrons. They'd have their opinions about the so-called 'pink people' no doubt, and Oonagh's long red dress wasn't standard attire in these parts.

Mikál arrived shortly after the coffee and the cake he had ordered her, and the bean tacos he'd chosen for himself. "Sorry Daso-jan, I was just calling the hotel to let them know we'll be there soon."

She raised her brows, but her focus was on the coffee, which she raised in order to inhale the scent. "Kind of you to think of that, Mee-hail," she smirked and took a sip of the coffee, black as it came, in order to consider whether it could be managed without cream or sugar.

Mikál chuckled. "I don't understand why you have given up your name. Daso is a beautiful name."

"But I am no longer a servant, Mikál," Oonagh said firmly. "And I note that you never took a sannyasin name..."

He grinned as he tucked into his food. Shrugging, he seemed to grant her the point. "I haven't found the right name because I am still testing my path. It may be that I am a Rajneeshee - it may be that I am something else. But there is no shame in serving. It is an honour to serve, where the cause is mighty and the master is great."

She considered the cream and the sugar and eventually decided to add a little of both. "You've met him, of course. At Rajneeshpuram?"

"Yes," Mikál cocked his head to one side. "But I knew then that he was not my master. My master cares not for Rolls Royces - all that he does, he does for love."

Oonagh stirred her coffee, watching the hue change and thinking about how it was like the beautiful fabrics she used to wear on catwalks and in shoots - swirling with endless gradients of colour, each one made more subtle and lovely because of those it neighboured. She looked up to tease Mikál about who his new master might be, and saw that he was gazing rapturously over her shoulder.

Oonagh turned, but before she saw who it was, she smelled patchouli and cedar, and the skin on her scalp crawled in recognition. She took a breath, sharp enough to feel it as a blade in her chest, but the sight of a handgun tucked into the waist of peach-pink suits trousers, flaunted at what was eye level for her, persuaded her to remain silent.

Back from the dead, but no less imposing than before, Graham Reid Malett - Swami Geetesh - looked down at her with an expression that no one could have mistaken for a smile. It was cruel and seemed more intimately familiar with pain than Oonagh recalled. The very tips of his mouth quirked up, but there was no softness in his eyes, which fell on her with disdain.

"Daso. I expected you to have brought your whelp. Had I known you would be so eager to leave him behind I might have let you go many months ago."

Oonagh gaped, she shivered with the chill of being in his shadow once more, and as Geetesh sidled into the booth next to her she turned to Mikál. "What did you do?!"

Mikál tucked his hair back and smiled sadly. "To serve is to love - and to accept service is to love, Daso-jan."

"You were dead!" the words were somewhere between a shriek and a hiss, and Geetesh laid a large hand over one of hers in warning. "You were dead, they promised..."

Now he was close, she felt the clamminess of his palm and saw the waxy sheen of his skin. He had greenish shadows beneath his eyes, and his colour wasn't as robustly healthy as it had been before. Oonagh had gone to see a horror film with some of her girlfriends on a shoot in Turin, back in '79, in which the dead had returned to attack the living, their skin tinted blue and their eyes deep-set in bruised sockets. She wondered what rituals had been performed to keep Graham Reid Malett alive.

His mouth moved again, that pinched curve, like he had smelled something unpleasant. "Promises, promises, Daso. I'm amazed you still believe in them. Haven't you been let down enough by this world?"

She shuddered, and the hand holding hers squeezed - too tight.

"I keep my promises, Daso. And I swore to that you would see your son destroy his father. So drink up - eat your pie. And then we must go to our appointment."

[serenaxsmythe]

Wrong turn right place: ain't it fun, living in the real world?

Tagging: @morgan-weston

Time: Saturday, August 31, around 2:30 PM

Place: Morgan's ranch

TW: none

General Notes: Serena's car broke down near Morgan's ranch and he offered to help fix it.

Morgan

It had been a relatively uneventful day, filled with the usual activities. Get up, feed the horses, bring them outside, clean the stables, do some training with them, make sure everything was restocked for their food, etc, etc. Life went on for Morgan Weston, the way it usually did. Even in the middle of an ex coming back, and being conflicted about his feelings for two other people, he still had things to do, and animals to take care of. Dressed in a white t-shirt that was probably too tight around his arms, a pair of worn-out jeans, and his regular boots, Morgan rode along the pasture on Fern, his brown thoroughbreed, checking the fence around his pasture, to make sure it was all still intact. As he rode, he heard the all familiar sound of a car making the familiar troublesome noises he'd heard before. He clicked his tongue against the roof of his mouth, signalling to Fern to speed up, and he rode out to the road, seeing exactly what he thought it'd be. "Excuse me - are ya havin' car troubles, ma'am?"

Serena

Serena’s hands gripped the steering wheel as she sighed. Of course the car would break down now. She had just dropped her toddler off at her father's house—an act that always left her chest feeling a little too tight—and was on her way to a vineyard, hoping for some distraction. Instead, she was stranded here, the rolling hills and rustic scenery offering no solace, just silence and a broken engine. Serena’s lips tightened in frustration. When she heard the sound of hooves, she glanced in the rearview mirror. A man—which was never a comforting sight when you're a stranded woman in the middle of nowhere—was heading straight for her. She rolled down the window just as he spoke. Her eyes sized him up. His casual demeanor was a stark contrast to her tailored dress and high heels. "What gave it away?" she said, her tone harsh, but the faintest hint of a smirk curled her lips. "The flashing lights or the fact that I'm sitting here in the middle of nowhere?" Without waiting for his reply, she added, "Sorry, the day has gone incredibly wrong so far. I'd appreciate it if you could point me toward the nearest service station." Morgan

The horse calmly walked up to the side of the car, and as the window rolled down, Morgan got to see who was behind the steering wheel. It wasn't every day that a car would come this way; it was mostly to visit the vineyards in the areas, and that was seasonal. If this had been Montana, the news of a stranger with a broken down car would already have made its rounds in the neighbouring towns, especially when it was such a fine lady driving it. Morgan's eyebrows shot up at her instantly defensive answer; he knew that people of LA could be standoffish, but there was something about it that Morgan still hadn't grown used to. The harsh tone was quickly replaced with an apology though, and Morgan couldn't help but chuckle at her request. "I'm sorry, you're 'bout two hours away, on foot, from the nearest place. And I'm guessin' those high heels of yours ain't exactly comfortable to walk 'round in," Morgan commented with a cheeky smirk on his face. He could be teasing too. Clicking his tongue again, he let the horse walk over to the side of the road, and got off of it, tying the reigns to a fencepost. His boots clicked against the cracked concrete as he made his way back to the car. "Open the hood for me?"

Serena

Serena popped the hood and leaned back in her seat, watching him through the windshield as he moved to the front of the car. She couldn’t help but notice the way his broad shoulders shifted beneath the too-tight t-shirt, the casual strength in the way he handled himself. He had the kind of build that could be undeniably attractive—if he didn’t lack the refinement she preferred. Her eyes lingered on his arms and chest longer than she meant to. When she finally tore her gaze away and focused on his face, a flicker of recognition hit her. There was something familiar... She pulled out her phone, scrolling through her past messages on the app for the PSU community until she found the profile she was looking for. Then, she glanced back at the man working under the hood. Could it be the Horse Guy? As he bent over the engine, head down, she wasn’t sure if he could hear her, but she asked anyway. “What’s your name?”

Morgan

While he wasn't a trained mechanic, Morgan had a bit of experience with cars. He'd spent most of his youth fixing up old ones, and now that he was all grown up with money to spare, it'd become a hobby of his to buy old run-down vehicles and motorcycles to fix them up. So he had a bit of knowledge, and usually knew what to look for. Once he heard that popping sound, Morgan lifted the hood up to get a good look at what was wrong. Furrowing his eyebrows, he reached in to touch different parts of the hot engine, oil and dirt instantly getting on his hands. He just barely managed to catch her question, and he didn't think one second before answering. "Morgan," he said out loud. Standing up straight, the tall cowboy walked back to the side of the car, and leaned down against the open window, his arm reaching in with an extended dirty hand. "Pleasure to meet you...?" He was definitely fishing for a name. "Y'know, ma'am, it'd be easier if ya came out here, so I could show you what's wrong with your car."

Serena

"Really now? That’s exactly what a psycho killer would say in a horror movie," Serena muttered, her voice low, but edged with dry humor. The remote setting, the broken-down car, and the stranger who just happened to ride by on a horse—it all felt like a scene pulled straight from her worst nightmares. She hated the countryside, every inch of it, and now here she was, stuck in the middle of nowhere with a stranger. Still, she thought about the profile she’d seen. The Horse Guy—Morgan. If that was really him, it might be safe enough. Might. With a sigh, she decided to risk it and stepped out of the car. As she approached, the earthy smell of sweat and hay hit her—hardly appealing—but she glanced at his arms again, sizing him up as discreetly as possible. His rough appearance, his muscular build—everything about him screamed caution. They were, after all, miles from civilization. “Serena,” she said, folding her arms. “And showing me what’s wrong won’t change anything. I don’t understand a thing about cars.”

Morgan

Morgan couldn't help but laugh. That comment had come completely out of left field, but he didn't blame her. She was in the middle of nowhere with a random man that she didn't know. Morgan was aware that it was male privilige to not have to worry about that kind of thing, and he usually did everything he could to make sure a person didn't feel unsafe, but in this case, what was he supposed to do. "Look, why don't ya share your location with someone and call 'em, and have 'em be on speaker, so they know that you're safe." Morgan suggested, hoping it would make her feel more comfortable. Watching as she moved to open her door, Morgan stepped back and allowed her the space. He retracted his hand quickly when he realized that she wanted no physical touch, and he chose to respect that. He finally got a good look at her. There was not a single wrinkle in her dress, and everything matched from head to toe; she looked like she was in clear control of everything she did. And that was attractive. "That's fine, but mechanics know how to use that to their advantage, and all of a sudden, they'll charge you for an oil change, a tire pressure check and new lights, without havin' done any of it," Morgan explained and walked back to the front of the car, hoping she'd follow. "You have a faulty alternator. Tell 'em that, and they'll be both impressed and stick to fixing that one thing, without overcharging ya."

Serena

His suggestion was a little comforting and she appreciated the effort. “Fair enough,” she said, pulling out her phone and sending a quick message with her location to her brother. They were trying this thing where they acted like siblings, and she bet this was a very sisterly thing to do. She didn’t bother with the speaker suggestion, though, figuring she'd handle things herself if things went south. Her eyes narrowed slightly as he talked about mechanics and their schemes. "Well, that’s one way to put it," she muttered, her tone still dry but less harsh this time. His awareness of the world she came from—the slick maneuvering of people who knew how to take advantage—was something she hadn’t expected. When he explained about the alternator, she sighed, glancing briefly at the engine. "So I just walk in there and drop 'alternator' like I know what it is," she said, then frowned. "But... Where's there exactly and how do I get there?"

Morgan

Serena's attitude was...interesting, to put it mildly. Morgan rarely went into the city; only really having gone a lot recently for his summer course at PSU. Otherwise, he usually stuck to his ranch and nearby stores for things he needed. So he wasn't too familiar with the city attitude, that Serena seemed to have. But it definitely intrigued him. Wiping his hands on his already-messy jeans, Morgan nodded and hummed. "Yes, ma'am, that's exactly it." He heard her question and smirked for a brief moment as he thought about the answer. "Well, if ya ask nicely, I can do it for you, for the cost of nothin'. But I'm sure you'd rather walk to the nearest service station in those shoes of yours," he teased and pointed to her feet. With that, he walked back to Fern who was still tied up to the fencepost, but busy munching away at some grass. "You're welcome to come back to my ranch if you want me to find a replacement, or you can stay right here, and call around and see if AAA has time to come out here and help ya. I don't want to sound like a "psycho killer" again, but I have cold water in the fridge, and it's awfully hot out here."

Serena

Serena raised an eyebrow at his offer, half-amused by his teasing and half-irritated at the situation. "Nicely isn't really my style," she replied, crossing her arms and shifting her weight onto one heel. His smirk didn’t go unnoticed, and she found herself wondering how this whole situation would have gone differently if he had the polish of the men she was used to dealing with. As he mentioned his ranch and the prospect of cold water, she glanced at her phone, considering her options. There was no way she was going to make it to a service station in these heels and waiting around in the heat for AAA didn’t sound much better. But going to his ranch? That wasn’t exactly appealing either, even with the promise of water. Yet, she was stuck. Then her gaze shifted to the horse he was riding and she felt a wave of immediate dread. Memories of the riding lessons her mother forced her into as a teenager came flooding back—each one more painful than the last. She had hated every minute of those classes and the second they were over, she'd never gotten on a horse again. “Alright, Morgan,” she said, testing the name on her tongue. “I’ll take you up on that offer—just because it’s too hot to stand out here, not because I trust you.” She gave him a pointed look, her tone still sharp but with a resigned edge. “But I’m not getting on that horse. We’ll need to figure out something else.”

Morgan

Grabbing the reins and freeing the horse from the limited space it had around the fencepost, Morgan walked forward with it, and the large animal calmly obliged. He wasn't entirely sure why she had a problem with the horse, except for the fact that he could understand why people thought they were intimidating, so he didn't push - he just respected that. "Well, Serena," Morgan imitated the girl and grinned. "We can walk. It's about five minutes up the driveway." He said and pointed at the house further up. "So, what brings you 'round this part of the city anyway?" Morgan asked, and started walking. He knew they were leaving the hood of the car popped up, but he also knew that nothing would happen out here. "It's the middle of nowhere after all."

Serena

Serena glanced at the house up the driveway and sighed, more out of resignation than frustration. Five minutes isn’t bad, she thought, though the heat and her heels were already making her regret every life choice that led her to this moment. "Great. A walk in the sun," she muttered, rolling her eyes as she stepped away from the car, careful not to get too close to the horse. The last thing she wanted was to accidentally brush against it. His question caught her off guard, and she hesitated before answering. "I dropped my daughter off... visiting her father." She kept her tone casual, but her fingers tensed around her phone. "I was supposed to head to a vineyard for a little break. Not exactly a fan of... this." She gestured vaguely at the countryside around them, her distaste evident. "But the universe seems to have other plans." She shot a glance at Morgan, her pace measured as they walked. "And you? What brings you to the middle of nowhere, besides, you know, being born into it?"

Morgan

The sound of the calm horseshoes walking against the concrete rang out and it was a sound that Morgan adored; that, and the rapid galloping on grass. He did, however, notice that Serena tried to stay far away from the horse, so Morgan took the reins in the other hand, and put himself between the girl and the horse. He listened intently as she explained the origin story for being in the area and he nodded to himself. "That sounds nice though. I'm sorry about this, I'm sure it's the last thing you need." Morgan could sympathize with her. "If it helps, then the wait is really worth it. Their wine is the best I've ever had." Grinning at her question, he pointed all around the area. "This is my ranch. T'was my dad's idea. He's an old Hollywood stuntman who figured it'd be good business for me to start something that's basically a branch of that; stunts. I moved out here three years ago. I was in Montana before."

Serena

Serena raised an eyebrow at his attempt to put himself between her and the horse, a small, begrudging part of her appreciating the gesture. She continued walking, her heels clicking against the ground as they moved toward the ranch. "Wine better be worth it," she muttered. "After a day like this, I’ll need more than one glass." When he mentioned his ranch, her gaze followed his gesture, taking in the vast stretch of land. She sighed inwardly. The idea of a life out here, so far removed from everything she was used to, felt alien to her. "Oh, so you’re the Horse Guy," she said, almost to herself, the recognition dawning on her now. She glanced at him again, a hint of curiosity crossing her features. "Now that I think about it," she added with a smirk, "you did say you’ve knocked your head a lot while training them. There’s still some possibility of that psycho killer thing being true." She gestured lightly with the hand holding her phone, reminding him that her brother had her location. But her words were teasing and her expression made it clear she wasn’t too worried.

Morgan

"With the money you're savin' from not having to pay for a brand new alternator, you could even buy yourself a bottle - although, I'd call a cab to come pick you up, if that's what you choose to do." Morgan teased, but didn't blame her if that's what she ended up doing. Breaking down in the middle of nowhere was never fun. He couldn't help but grin at the nickname she'd decided to give him. 'Horse guy'. He'd become known around PSU as 'the cowboy' or 'Mr Horse', and now 'The Horse Guy'. It was endearing, the way people linked him up with his occupation. "I can't exactly run from it, can I?" He smirked, looking back at the girl. He could see the intrigue on her face, and he kind of wanted to feed into it. "And you're Fancy Couch Girl," Morgan teased back finally, easily recognizing her. Watching her hold up her phone as a reminder to him, Morgan laughed. "Please, me hitting my head has led to this situation," the cowboy extended his arm and gestured to him purchasing the ranch. "Any kind of "psycho" decision I'd make because of a head injury, has already been made." They walked a little further, and finally reached the courtyard of Morgan's ranch. A woman in her late 20s came out of the stable, and Morgan smiled at her. "Gwyneth! Take Fern out for a nice long run, will ya?" He asked and handed her the reins. "Okay, let's go see if we can find that alternator and some tools, shall we?" And with that, he headed towards his garage.

Serena

Serena raised an eyebrow, her lips twitching slightly at the tease. "Tempting, but I might need something stronger after all this," she shot back, feeling a sharp discomfort flare in her foot. Walking in heels on a dirt road wasn’t easy; small pebbles had found their way into her shoes, pressing into the delicate skin of her feet. “Whoever said heels were empowering clearly never walked through this kind of mess," she grumbled under her breath, frustration seeping through. His grin at the nickname she gave him didn’t go unnoticed. Fancy Couch Girl wasn’t exactly a flattering title, but somehow, it felt kind of endearing. Probably because it was the first time someone had given her a nickname that didn’t come with a sting of insult. She held up her phone again with a mocking sigh at his comment about the head injury. "My brother will be so disappointed he doesn’t get to play the hero." Then she glanced around, taking in the ranch. Despite his joke about making a crazy decision by buying the place, she doubted he actually thought that—he looked too at home here for it to be anything but a good choice. When they reached the courtyard and a woman came out of the stable, Serena shifted slightly. She watched as Morgan handed the horse over, relieved she wouldn’t have to deal with the animal any longer. Fern going for a run was probably the best news she’d heard all day. "Let’s," she muttered, sounding as exhausted as she felt. Following him toward the garage, she glanced back at the stable briefly before focusing on the task at hand.

Morgan

Morgan couldn't help but chuckle at Serena's remark. "Sometimes it's all you need when it's a bad day." He wanted Serena to know that he understood it, and wasn't at all judging. Mostly because he figured that that could just make the day so much worse for her. "I'd offer to carry you, but you'd probably just think that I was gonna be a psycho killer, and take you away to to kill ya, or somethin' crazy - so I ain't even gonna attempt to ask ya." Making his way over to the garage, Morgan knew exactly where to go to find what he needed. There were several old cars and motorcycles lined up, all looking pretty run-down, and needing to be fixed. There were boxes neatly stacked into systems, and a large work table. His tools all had their special places hanging on the wall. When it came to his hobby, Morgan was organized. He quickly found the alternator in a box, and grabbed it, showing it to Serena. "This thing could easily cost ya $800 to get replaced at the shop," He informed her, and grabbed his toolbox, and made his way back outside to the courtyard, out to his pick-up truck where he placed the items on the truck bed floor, before gesturing to his actual house. "C'mon inside, let's get ya some water." And with that, he led Serena in. "How old's your daughter, if ya don't mind me askin'? I mean, ya look young for havin' a kid."

Serena

Serena gave him a sidelong glance, her lips curving into a playful smirk. "Is this what country men do when their women complain about heels? Seems kind of savage. But you know, I’d take my chances with that over the heels at this point," she teased, letting her gaze linger on his strong arms for just a second longer before casually turning away. "But you’re right, until we get to know each other better, let’s not add more reasons for me to suspect your sweet guy persona." Her eyes flicked over the neatly arranged tools, not knowing the function of any of them. His mention of saving money, for the second time now, made her frown slightly. She thought everyone in the PSU community was absurdly wealthy like her. Saving money wasn’t something that ever crossed her mind. Was The Horse Guy facing financial problems? Or maybe he was just overly cautious with his expenses. When he pulled out the alternator and explained its value, she smiled a little, though the thought was still floating in the back of her mind. “Well, thank you very much,” she said, genuinely appreciative. As they made their way toward the house, she added, “My daughter’s almost three... But I'll still take that as a compliment.” Despite the way he didn't pronounce some words properly, he seemed more polite than many of the rich guys she had interacted with in the city. Which was surprising since she’d always assumed country people would have less manners.

Morgan

"Some would call it savage, others would call it life-changing, but y'know - to each their own," Morgan teased back with a smirk. It was easy; Serena was the polar opposite of him. A true city girl, who didn't value anything about Morgan's lifestyle because it probably seemed too primitive and unsophisticated. And to him, life in the fast lane, chasing corporate life and living in a city that was never quiet seemed so obnoxious and monotonous. It was funny how different they were, but still seemed to quickly pick up on each other's vibe. Morgan could appreciate that. The cowboy led the city girl into his home, wiping his boots on the mat, and allowing her to come inside, before making his way into the kitchen. It was newly-renovated in a rustic and farm-house type of way; exposed beams and backsplash tiles with little patterns on them could be seen. A kitchen island was in the center, with a butcher block matching the beams covering it. The cabinets were painted white and clearly made by a carpenter who knew what they were doing. And while it wasn't messy, it was lived-in, with things around here and there. He grabbed a large jug of cold water out of the fridge, as well as two glasses from one of the cabinets and filled them up. "As you should! I don't know if it's because you dressed up for the vineyard, or if this is your regular attire, but finding the motivation to look this good when you have a kid is impressive," Morgan complimented her, and handed her the glass of water, while he took a sip himself. "Are you from California?"

Serena

Serena’s lips curved into a sly smile. “Now that I think about it, ditching heels and getting carried around by strong men does sound tempting." As they stepped into his home, Serena’s eyes flicked over the space. The rustic charm of the exposed beams and patterned tiles wasn’t exactly her usual aesthetic—she preferred sleek lines and minimalist design—but she could appreciate the craftsmanship behind it. Her gaze lingered on the butcher block island for a moment. “You’ve got a nice setup here,” she said thoughtfully, her fingers brushing the edge of the countertop as she passed. “I’m more used to marble countertops and designer touches, but this feels... honest." The cool glass of water was a blessing. She hadn’t realized just how thirsty she was until that first sip. Setting the glass down, she looked back at him, a pleased glint in her eyes. “Motivation isn’t hard to come by when fashion’s your religion,” she said with a soft laugh, smoothing her hand along her dress. “And I mean, why not make an entrance wherever you go, right?” She got the glass again and took another sip before adding, “Though I definitely miscalculated with the heels today. If walking around the vineyard feels anything like this, I’d regret the day even if my car hadn't broken down.” She caught his eye then, her gaze lingering just a bit longer than necessary. “You’re looking pretty good yourself,” she said, her voice dropping slightly as a playful smile tugged at her lips. Leaning against the kitchen island, she found herself remembering why she’d stepped back from casual flings—it wasn’t exactly easy to balance a life like hers with a kid in tow. “I’m from New York,” she added, setting the empty glass on the countertop behind her. “The city that never sleeps. So this...” She glanced around the quiet space, the calm so different from her usual world. “I’m not sure I could sleep in a place like this,” she mused quietly, more to herself than to him.

Morgan

It started to feel like the woman in front of him was beginning to let her guard down, and it was nice to see. He hoped that once he was done with her car, and had sent her on her way, she'd feel happy about the interaction between them - Morgan at least only tried to meet people with kindness, hoping it would brighten their day in some kind of way. "You wanna be carried around by strong men, huh? I'll go and call for Phillip, my other colleague, he's very strong," Morgan teased, his arms crossing over his chest and a smirk plastered on his face. He hoped she could take the joke. "So is that what you do for work? Fashion?" Morgan asked, intrigued and leaning back against the kitchen counter as he watched her take another sip, the water leaving her lips moist. He licked his own lips, feeling the chill from the cold water. It was nice. "I wish I could help ya with the heels, but judging by the looks of it, you don't seem like the kind of person who uses size fifteen in shoes, right?" A slightly nervous chuckle escaped Morgan's lips and he ran a hand through the thick beard, smoothing it out. "Thank you. That's a nicer compliment than 'psycho killer'!" He laughed and crossed his arms again, listening to Serena talk. New York. It made sense. "I shoulda guessed, when you said fashion," what in the world had made her come to LA? "No? It's pretty nice. Just the cicadas and me."

Serena

Serena bit her lip. Right now, she only wanted him carrying her. Pushing herself off the kitchen counter, she moved closer, her head tilting slightly as her voice softened. “Why treat a girl so nicely just to hand her off to someone else?” A few years ago she wouldn’t have thought twice—she’d have kissed him already, just because he was handsome and the moment felt right. But now, even with his kindness warming her up, she hesitated. And just like that, she found herself cursing therapy again. This annoying version of herself, the one who thought before doing stuff, was totally a downside of doing therapy. His question pulled her back to the moment and she pushed the thoughts aside. "No, fashion’s just an obsession," she said, casually tucking her hair behind her ear. “I own The Rupture. It’s a final club—exclusive events for the PSU community, wild parties, that sort of thing.” She watched his face curious to see his reaction. Most people outside her circle either had no idea what The Rupture was or hated the concept. “Probably less thrilling than training horses,” she added with a playful smile. When his tongue darted across his lips, Serena’s eyes followed the movement and her pulse quickened. Her breath caught in her throat, barely noticeable. Lately her body did remind her often that it’s been seven months since she had sex. "Alright," she said, straightening up and stepping back slightly. "I should probably let you get to my car before I end up walking around barefoot." She turned toward the door, but her thoughts were a mess. Was it his looks and the easy charm or was she so touch-starved that she was ready to throw herself at him over a few kind words?

Morgan

There was no denying that Serena was gorgeous. She had the kind of elegance where her height came from her carrying herself with confidence. But she did it in such a light way, it almost seemed like she was a beautiful feather flying through the air. Morgan watched as she took a few steps towards him. The way she'd changed her tune, her slow walk towards him and her eyes softening on him, had Morgan raise his eyebrows slightly, his body straightening up, and his arms moving to the side of his body, hands gripping onto the kitchen counter to brace himself. He wasn't entirely sure what Serena's next move was, but he'd be lying if he said he wasn't intrigued. "The Rupture? I can't say I ever heard of it, but I also only attended PSU for six weeks," Morgan chuckled to himself. "Does one need an exclusive invite to The Rupture, or can a former PSU summer course student come along and say 'howdy'?" While he wasn't the type of guy to go to a club, he figured it wouldn't hurt to drop by in the daytime hours, with a cup of coffee or something. Serena didn't seem so uptight after all, anyway. He quickly downed his glass of water, feeling the dryness in his throat, and he nodded. "Yes, we should get going," he agreed, snapping out of his thought process, and he went to step through the doorway, only to walk into Serena. He chuckled nervously, and gestured for her to move first, before following along outside the house again. "Jump right in," He told her, opening the door to his pick-up truck, and allowing her to climb inside, before he moved to the driver's side, so they could make their way back to Serena's car at the end of his driveway. "Did ya get any worried messages from your brother while you've been here?"

Serena

She paused mid-step and glanced over her shoulder with a slight raise of her brow. "It's for everyone connected to PSU, so yes, you’re allowed in. It's only considered a final club because it's exclusive to the PSU community. Think of it as a place to let loose without ending up on the front page of TMZ. We all—" She turned back around to explain better, or tried to, because Morgan stepped forward at that exact moment and his front brushed up against her back. The sudden proximity caught her off guard, making her forget whatever words were on her tongue. The warmth of his body sent a thrill down her spine, her breath catching slightly. Her body was reminding her just how long it had been since she'd been this close to anyone and it annoyed her. She wasn’t consciously choosing to hold back—it was like something deep inside her had changed, keeping her from giving in the way she used to, and the frustration at her own hesitance burned at her mind. When they stepped outside, Serena took a second to breathe, trying to center herself again. Morgan opened the truck door for her and she glanced up at him. “Thanks, you’re so sweet.” When she swung her leg into the truck, the slit of her dress parted just enough to reveal her smooth, toned thigh. Settling into the seat, she crossed her legs effortlessly. At his mention of her brother, her eyes widened in surprise. “Oh my God, I haven’t checked my phone,” she admitted, her tone almost embarrassed, “You completely stole my attention.” She quickly fished her phone out of her pocket, scrolling to see if there were any messages. “Doesn’t help that my phone’s always on silent,” she added with a soft smile.

Morgan

"I've thankfully never been a big paparazzi target," Morgan started, shrugging his shoulders. Stunt work had been overlooked for a long time and it was only just starting to be recognized now, as Morgan's dad was beginning to talk about retirement. His dad had gotten them into the right crowds, because he had all of the right connections in Hollywood, but that didn't mean that him and his family was plastered all over tabloid news, thankfully. Did it help Morgan to land jobs by swinging his dad's name out to producers? Yes. Did he ever do it? No. He wanted to show everyone that he could do this on his own. "But that sounds like a great concept! I'm sure a lot of people appreciate it. How did you come up with that idea?" The girl intrigued Morgan. Here she was, not used to being out this far into the countryside unless she was driving through it, and it seemed like she wanted nothing to do with horses. But she was beginning to flirt with him, and that hadn't gone unnoticed. She hadn't even wanted to shake his hand earlier, and now she wanted to be carried by him! He wondered what he'd done differently, or if it was just his general kindness that had creeped up on her and won her over. Morgan prided himself on, not only his kindness, but also on being a gentleman. That was why, when Serena's dress revealed more skin than he'd seen so far, he couldn't help but clear his throat, and look away. He wasn't one to disrespect someone, especially not a girl, and if that hadn't been intentional, then he felt better off just acting nonchalant. But the few seconds he had seen, he could conclude that her legs looked silky smooth, almost glistening from the sun coming through the car window. And it almost had his mouth water; a stark contrast from the dry throat he had earlier, from the slight nervousness. The old car coughed and buzzed as it started, and Morgan shifted the stick to get it going. The dust behind them flew up, and down the road they went. "Hey, don't blame me, I was only bein' a good samaritan." Morgan grinned, looking over briefly at Serena and catching her eyes, his hand busy shifting the stick again. "But you can tell him that you're about to leave this god-forsaken place. Fixing the alternator should only take five minutes." Morgan said and pulled over to the side, right in front of Serena's car, and hopped out, grabbing his toolbox and the spare part from the bed of his truck. "Hold this for me for a second, ma'am." He asked, handing her the dirty alternator with a smile, and pulled out his necessary tools to get started.

Serena

“Sorry, he actually sent a lot of messages,” she glanced over at Morgan, her attention split between him and her phone. When she was done typing, she set the phone down and looked at him. He had asked something about the club, but at the time her body was having some kind of quiet panic at his proximity. "The idea for the club came from all the trouble I got into during college," she admitted with a playful grin. "I ended up on the front page of TMZ more times than I can remember. My parents were always furious." She smiled fondly at him then nodded. “Yeah, I actually just told him I’m getting my car fixed soon by a... cowboy-turned-handyman who’s incredibly sweet for helping me out.” And she should be thrilled to leave. She hated everything about this place—the smell, the animals, the dirt, the absolute lack of everything glamorous and familiar. She’d been itching to get out of here since she’d arrived. But now, with the warmth of Morgan’s presence next to her and the way he’d made her feel so at ease, so... comfortable, a tiny part of her felt disappointed at the thought of driving away. When he left the truck, she followed him, wanting to be close just a little longer. It didn’t make sense. She had spent the better part of the day internally cursing the heat, the dirt road, the smell, and yet now... now there was this odd warmth in her chest that she couldn’t quite shake. Did she really want to leave so soon? She glanced over at Morgan again as he focused on the task at hand, and for a split second, she found herself wondering what it might be like if she invited herself for dinner. By now, she knew he wouldn’t be like oh no, you have to go, you're not invited. But then what? If she stayed for dinner and didn’t end up in his bed later, would this strange feeling of not wanting to leave turn into something worse, like yearning? Oh God, she should leave right now.

Morgan

Morgan reached into the engine bay of the car, beginning to remove the old alternator. He couldn't help but wonder about Serena. She seemed like the type of girl who'd gotten everything that she pointed at, as a kid, and maybe hadn't been shown love in ways that Morgan's mom had done with him. So she'd probably lashed out at both of her parents, the way that Morgan had with his dad. He didn't know though, but it felt like it was a similar story with a lot of these nepo-babies and their troubled pasts; a parent neglected them, they rebelled against them, and somehow thankfully learned from it. Serena calling him sweet twice now wasn't something he'd expected though. At least not if you'd asked him about half an hour ago, when he'd first introduced himself to her, and she didn't want to get out of her car, in case he'd murder her. He shrugged his shoulders at the compliment and gave her a soft, but appreciative smile. "I'm just doin' what anyone would," He said, and reached into his backpocket, pulling out a dirty cloth to wipe his hands, as he switched tools. "So, if you're drivin' to this vineyard, and you're gonna have a lot to drink, are ya gonna call a cab or someone that you know, to take you home again safely?" Morgan asked, taking the alternator out of her hands, and bending down again, so he could put it in. "I mean, if ya don't have anyone, you could get my number, and I could come and pick you up." He screwed the car part in, and stood up straight, looking at it for a second, making sure that everything else looked alright. "Okay, try and turn on the car."

Serena

Serena watched him work while the heat of the day reminded her why she hated outdoor activities. She could practically feel the sun assaulting her skin, and the faint thought of premature wrinkles made her wince. She'd need so many skincare products to undo this day. Her eyes flicked down to his hands as he wiped them with a cloth that looked like it had seen better days. Isn’t that cloth as dirty as his hands? she wondered, but at least he didn't wipe on his clothes. “I’ve never been to a vineyard before, but I’m guessing the ground there’s pretty much like this, right? So not exactly high-heel-friendly.” She glanced at the rocky dirt path wondering why they didn’t just pave the roads out here. It would make everything so much cleaner and easier. “So I’m not going anymore because I think this is enough excitement for one day,” she added, offering him a smile that clearly lacked enthusiasm. The time she spent talking to him wasn't so bad though. “Besides, I really would prefer to do it with the right shoes on now that I've got a taste of what it feels like to walk in heels on a dirt road. I swear I can feel the dirt creeping into my shoes and it's stressing me out a little. I feel dirty," she added, with a disgusted glance at her feet. "Basically, I’m desperate for a shower." At the mention of a cab she couldn’t help but let out a soft laugh. He wasn't laughing though. "Seriously? We can call a cab here?" That sounded a little absurd. "Thanks for the offer, though," she said softly, placing her hand fully over his and giving it a gentle squeeze as she looked directly into his eyes. "Oh, and I’ll definitely get your number... And I'll keep it in mind if I ever need a rescue," she added with a wink, her hand lingering just a moment longer, showing her appreciation.

Morgan

Morgan wasn't sure if he should take it personally; if he had "demotivated" Serena from going to the vineyard, with the little adventure that he'd put her through that day. If he'd tired her out, or something - and if that was the case, then she'd really tried nothing yet! He hoped it was simply a logistic thing, with her choice of footwear and nothing to do with Morgan. "Well, if ya think this is exciting, you should try spending a whole day with me," He smirked, and gave her a little wink, hoping that would somehow cheer her up. And that he'd also somehow managed to convince her he wasn't a psycho killer! Serena mentioning a shower really was the final thing for Morgan. It was everything he needed to know about her - she was such a city girl! "I'd offer for you to take a shower here," He suggested, pointing back at his house. "But we've also just only met, and I don't wanna cross any boundaries." He'd still been taught to be a gentleman, after all. "Oh yeah! You can definitely call a cab from out here! Are you certain that it'll find its way and show up? Absolutely not!" He chuckled, knowing that he was far out from the city. He felt her small soft hand over his, and he was about to look down at it, but it was like her eyes had a hold on his, because he couldn't tear them away. "You should," he encouraged her and nodded, licking his lips quickly. "I'm very good at rescuing people. I've got a lasso and everythin'," Slowly, a small smirk grew on his lips, and he reached into his backpocket to pull out a pen, and before she could retract her hand, he pulled it gently to his chest, flipped it over, and wrote his number on the palm of her hand. "Call me."

Serena

Serena bit her lip when he mentioned spending a whole day with him. She wanted to say it’d have to be in the city, considering the only reason she had stuck around this long was that her car had broken down. But she kept silent, starting to realize she might actually endure more of this nightmare if it meant being around him. Which only confirmed she'd made a mistake distancing herself from her casual hook ups. She was sure the only reason she was so drawn to a cowboy was that she hadn’t been touched in months. There was no other explanation. No amount of sweetness would make her want to come to a ranch. When he pointed back at his house and mentioned a shower, her shoulders tensed slightly. She couldn’t help but imagine the horrors of a rural home shower—probably low water pressure and, worse, the possibility of insects lurking... like spiders. The thought made her skin crawl. But even so, she appreciated the gesture—it was just so not her. At his comment about the cab, she snorted softly despite herself. “Figures,” she muttered. This place was about as far from the city as it got. The warmth of his chest pressed against her hand sent a chill down her spine. She instinctively pressed her legs together very subtly as her heart raced. Oh God. She stepped closer, her eyes locked on his, and rose onto her tiptoes. Leaning in, she brushed a kiss against his cheek. "Thank you so much." The heat of his skin sent warmth through her body in ways she hadn’t expected. When she pulled back, her voice was low and sultry. “We’ll see, cowboy,” she teased, her fingers curling around the number on her palm like she was holding onto a secret. Without another word, she turned and walked toward the driver's seat, slipping in and turning the key in the ignition. The engine roared to life, filling the air around them.

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10 Ways to Achieve a Coastal Bathroom Look

Transforming your bathroom into a coastal oasis can provide a daily escape to the tranquillity and beauty of the seaside. Imagine starting each day with the refreshing ambiance of the beach, surrounded by the soothing hues and natural textures that evoke the ocean's calm. Whether you live near the coast or simply yearn for a seaside retreat, these design tips will help you capture the essence of the shore. From colour palettes to decor elements, here are ten creative ways to bring a coastal bathrooms Central Coast look to life, ensuring your space is both relaxing and stylish. Dive into these ideas and let the waves of inspiration wash over you. 

Choose a Light and Airy Color Palette

Start with a light and airy colour palette. Shades of white, soft blues, sandy beiges, and seafoam greens are perfect for creating a beach-inspired atmosphere. These colours reflect the ocean, sky, and sand, bringing a sense of calm and openness to the space. You can paint the walls in these colours or incorporate them through tiles, countertops, and cabinetry. A fresh coat of paint in a pastel hue can instantly brighten the room and make it feel more spacious.

Incorporate Natural Materials

Natural materials like wood, stone, and jute are essential for a coastal look. Consider a wooden vanity with a weathered finish, stone countertops that mimic beach rocks, or jute rugs that add a touch of rustic charm. These materials add texture and warmth, making the bathroom feel more inviting and connected to nature. Additionally, bamboo or teak accessories, such as soap dishes, toothbrush holders, and storage baskets, can enhance the natural aesthetic.

Add Nautical Elements

Nautical elements like ropes, anchors, and ship wheels can add a charming maritime touch. You can incorporate these through accessories like towel hooks, mirrors, or even cabinet knobs. Just be careful not to overdo it—subtlety is key. For example, a mirror framed with rope or a few strategically placed anchor motifs can be enough to evoke a nautical feel without overwhelming the space.

Use Beach-Themed Decor

Decorative items such as seashells, starfish, and coral can enhance the coastal feel. Display these items in glass jars, on shelves, or as part of your wall art. They add a personal touch and remind you of the sea. Consider creating a shadow box with a collection of beach treasures or hanging a piece of driftwood as a unique focal point. These items not only contribute to the theme but also bring a sense of nostalgia and personal connection to the beach.

Opt for White Fixtures

White fixtures, such as sinks, bathtubs, and toilets, create a clean and fresh look. They also help to reflect light, making the space feel brighter and more spacious. Pair these with chrome or brushed nickel fittings for a sleek, coastal finish. If you have the opportunity to choose a new bathtub or sink, look for designs with smooth, flowing lines that mimic the gentle waves of the ocean.

Incorporate Woven Textiles

Woven textiles like baskets, rugs, and shower curtains add texture and warmth to your coastal bathroom. Look for items made from natural fibres such as cotton, linen, or seagrass. These materials are not only aesthetically pleasing but also durable and easy to care for. A woven basket can be used to store towels or toiletries, while a jute or sisal rug adds comfort underfoot and complements the coastal theme.

Install Shiplap Walls

Shiplap walls are a staple of coastal design. They bring a rustic yet refined look to the bathroom. You can paint them white for a classic look or choose a soft blue or grey for a bit of colour. Shiplap is also a great way to add architectural interest. If you’re not ready to commit to shiplap on all walls, consider an accent wall behind the vanity or bathtub to create a focal point.

Enhance with Coastal Artwork

Artwork featuring beach scenes, ocean waves, or sea creatures can tie the whole coastal theme together. Choose pieces that resonate with you and complement your colour scheme. Framed prints or canvas art can add a focal point and elevate the overall design. For a more personalised touch, you could use your own photographs from beach vacations or create a gallery wall with a mix of different coastal-themed prints.

Incorporate Greenery

A touch of greenery can bring life and freshness to your coastal bathroom. Consider adding potted plants such as ferns, succulents, or even small palm trees. Not only do they improve air quality, but they also add a natural element that enhances the coastal vibe. Hanging plants or wall-mounted planters can also be a great way to introduce greenery without taking up valuable floor space.

Embrace Natural Light

Maximise natural light in your bathroom to create a bright and welcoming space. If privacy is a concern, consider frosted glass or light, airy curtains. Mirrors can also help to reflect light and make the space feel larger. The more natural light you can incorporate, the closer you’ll feel to the beach. Skylights or larger windows can be a great investment if your bathroom layout allows for them, offering a direct connection to the outdoors and enhancing the airy, open feel.

Creating a coastal bathroom is all about embracing light, natural materials, and beach-inspired decor. By following these ten tips, you can transform your bathroom into a serene seaside retreat, no matter where you live. Embrace the tranquillity of the coast and enjoy your new coastal oasis!

In addition to these ten tips, don’t forget to personalise your space. The best coastal bathrooms not only capture the essence of the beach but also reflect the homeowner’s personal style and memories. Whether it’s a piece of driftwood collected on a family vacation or a seashell picked up on a romantic beach stroll, these personal touches will make your coastal bathroom truly unique and special.

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Embracing the Charm of Small House Designs: Maximizing Space and Style

In an era where minimalism and sustainability are becoming increasingly popular, small house designs are capturing the hearts of many homeowners and architects. These compact yet efficient homes offer a unique blend of coziness, functionality, and style. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of small house designs, innovative space-saving solutions, and some inspiring design ideas to make the most out of every square foot.

The Benefits of Small House Designs

Affordability: One of the most significant advantages of small house designs is their cost-effectiveness. With less square footage, the construction costs are lower, making it an attractive option for first-time homeowners or those looking to downsize. Additionally, smaller homes typically have lower utility bills and maintenance costs.

Sustainability: Smaller homes require fewer materials to build and less energy to heat and cool, making them a more environmentally friendly choice. By opting for a small house design, you can reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Simplified Living: A smaller living space encourages a clutter-free lifestyle. With limited room for unnecessary items, homeowners are more likely to prioritize what truly matters, fostering a sense of simplicity and mindfulness.

Easier Maintenance: With fewer rooms and less space to clean and maintain, small houses allow homeowners to spend more time enjoying their living spaces rather than tending to them.

Innovative Space-Saving Solutions

Multifunctional Furniture: Investing in furniture that serves multiple purposes is key in a small house. Consider a sofa that converts into a bed, a coffee table with storage, or a dining table that folds down when not in use. These pieces can help maximize your space without sacrificing comfort or style.

Vertical Storage: Make use of vertical space by installing shelves, cabinets, and hooks on walls. This can help keep floors clear and create the illusion of a larger room. Tall bookcases, wall-mounted storage units, and hanging planters are excellent options for optimizing vertical space.

Built-In Storage: Custom-built storage solutions, such as under-stair drawers, built-in wardrobes, and window seats with hidden compartments, can seamlessly blend into your home’s design while providing ample storage space.

Open Floor Plans: An open floor plan can make a small house feel more spacious. By minimizing walls and barriers between living areas, you create a sense of flow and openness. Use area rugs and furniture arrangements to define different zones within the open space.

Light and Bright Colors: Light colors can make a room feel larger and more inviting. Opt for neutral or pastel shades for walls, floors, and furniture to create an airy atmosphere. Mirrors and ample natural light can also enhance the sense of space.

Inspiring Small House Design Ideas

Tiny Homes: Tiny homes, often built on wheels, are the epitome of small house living. These compact dwellings usually range from 100 to 400 square feet and include all the essentials: a living area, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping loft. Despite their size, tiny homes are designed to be highly functional and stylish.

Cottage-Style Homes: Cottage-style homes offer a cozy and charming aesthetic. With their quaint architecture, steep roofs, and inviting porches, these small houses are perfect for those who appreciate a traditional and rustic design. Inside, you’ll often find warm wood accents, exposed beams, and comfortable, vintage-inspired decor.

Modern Minimalist Homes: For those who prefer a sleek and contemporary look, modern minimalist homes are an excellent choice. Characterized by clean lines, open spaces, and a monochromatic color palette, these small houses focus on functionality and simplicity. Large windows and minimalist furnishings enhance the sense of space and light.

Scandinavian-Inspired Homes: Scandinavian design is renowned for its emphasis on light, simplicity, and natural materials. Small homes inspired by this style often feature white walls, wooden floors, and functional furniture with clean lines. Adding cozy textiles, such as sheepskin rugs and knitted throws, can create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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The Conclusive Catalog Of Maritime Decor Offerings For Online Purchase

As you navigate with the extensive ocean of nautical design alternatives offered online, you'll find on your own attracted to the allure of improving your space right into a coastal sanctuary. Picture the understated luxury that beach-inspired toss pillows can deliver or even the fascinating attraction of ship tire wall surface art powerful focus at home. Anchor-themed tones and nautical lights selections await your exploration, vowing to instill your decoration with a contact of naval miracle. Embrace decision of the sea as well as find exactly how these maritime prizes can easily redefine your home.

Beach-inspired Throw Cushions

Enrich your space along with beach-inspired throw cushions available for acquisition online. These ornamental nautical emphases carry a contact of the ocean in to your home very easily.

Picture passing time on your couch neighbored through pillows featuring elaborate concepts like a dog clipper Cutty Sark, a majestic Drakkar Viking ship, or maybe an enchanting surfboard decorative design. These throw cushions certainly not only incorporate a pop of seaside style to your decoration however likewise provide a relaxing place to relax after a lengthy day.

When searching online, you'll discover an assortment of options to fit your style choices. Whether you choose a more traditional ship version trend or even an eccentric surfboard design, there's one thing for everybody. The intricate particulars on these pillows, like the sails of the Cutty Sark or the fierce dragon head of the Drakkar Viking ship, are going to surely catch the eye of any sort of attendee at home.

Include these beach-inspired toss cushions to your selection and also transform your home into a seaside hideaway. At OMHUSA, you may buy decorative nautical.

Ship Steering Wheel Wall Surface Craft

Take into consideration combining a ship tire wall craft piece to add a maritime flair to your home design. Ship wheel wall art can be found in a variety of types, from traditional wood styles to even more contemporary analyses. These pieces commonly include detailed details that may work as a centerpiece in any type of room.

For a natural appearance, you may pair ship tire wall surface art along with other maritime factors like design ships or shipyard designs.

When picking ship steering wheel wall art, choose pieces that complement your existing design. Try to find items like model of ship that sound along with your type as well as desires. Whether you favor conventional ship versions or even more modern ship choices in styles, there's a large selection of alternatives offered online.

A lot of ship tire wall surface craft parts are crafted from watercrafts with wood, adding an authentic style to your area.

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Anchor-themed Home Accents

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For a more diverse look, think about combining these items along with a fireman natural leather headgear, adding an unanticipated twist to your maritime concept.

Whether you're a seasoned yachter or just adore the seaside visual, anchor-themed home tones are a fantastic means to instill your home along with a tip of the ocean. Check out online sellers to find a variety of alternatives that suit your design as well as elevate your living area along with a style of maritime style.

Maritime Lanterns and also Illumination

When wanting to add a contact of seaside beauty to your living room, check out maritime lanterns and lighting fixtures options readily available online. Nautical lanterns aren't merely practical yet also offer as fashionable decor pieces that stir up a feeling oceanic. Whether you're a supporter of model shipbuilding or just enjoy maritime motifs, including maritime lights may enhance the setting of any sort of area.

For lovers of models ships like the ship HMS Bounty or the Drakkar ship, a maritime light may suit your compilation beautifully. Picture the cozy glow of a light illuminating your model ships, producing an engaging show that showcases your passion for marine past. Also admirers of naval crafts like the Constellation USS may locate illumination possibilities that sound with their interests.

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Conclusion

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Seasons of Flourishing for Florists

In the world of flora, seasons dance hand in hand with the rhythms of life, each bearing its unique tapestry of colors and scents. For Indianapolis florist, these seasonal shifts aren't merely changes in weather but markers of bustling business opportunities.

As the frost of winter melts away, spring tiptoes in, painting the world in pastel hues and breathing life into dormant gardens. It's the season of rebirth, of budding romances and joyous celebrations. For florists, spring is akin to an artist's canvas, where every bloom tells a story of hope and new beginnings. From weddings drenched in the fragrance of fresh blossoms to Mother's Day bouquets that speak volumes of love, the demand for nature's delicate wonders reaches its crescendo.

Then comes the languid embrace of summer, where the sun showers its warmth upon fields of vibrant blooms. Weddings continue to bloom, but now outdoor ceremonies and garden parties take center stage. Sunflowers, dahlias, and roses reign supreme, their vibrant hues adorning tables and bouquets alike. With graduations, birthdays, and spontaneous gestures of affection, florists find themselves in a whirlwind of activity, crafting arrangements that mirror the radiance of summer days.

Autumn arrives, painting the landscape in a palette of fiery oranges, golden yellows, and rustic reds. As the air grows crisp, gatherings move indoors, and florists adapt their creations to reflect the season's cozy charm. From rustic weddings accented with dried leaves and berries to Thanksgiving centerpieces that evoke the warmth of family gatherings, there's a certain nostalgia in the air that florists skillfully capture in their arrangements.

Finally, winter wraps the world in a blanket of snow, offering a canvas of serenity punctuated by the vibrant hues of holiday festivities. While the pace may slow, the demand for floral expressions remains steady. From festive wreaths adorning doors to elegant bouquets exchanged under mistletoe, florists infuse the season with beauty and cheer, reminding us that even in the depths of winter, nature's splendor endures.

For florists, each season brings its own unique opportunities to weave magic with petals and stems, transforming fleeting moments into everlasting memories. As the wheel of time turns and seasons ebb and flow, their craft continues to flourish, a testament to the enduring beauty of nature's bounty.

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Left: Without a hanging system and is a scenery. Hoping it will hold up well with the hanging system, which is making even more rustic.

Middle through Bottom: It’s got a light brown color string for the hanging piece and as for the rest it’s as rustic as can be. And as cute and complex as well, as far as it goes there’s in the one corner is a red flower for the gardens and then behind the house in the corner is a rustic brown and black coffin. ⚰️ The latter of the three things is the house being quite pink as ever. For well it’s complicated, but pink for the desolate and dreamer, as well as desoriates and desvorates. The house is a light pink with a rustic roof and has a bright blue window and white door with black knob. The black on it is for the darkness and the white, which is most of the door is for the light and good. It’s complicated, but the house is very much a cute little space and the pink is around every piece of it, except that it’s still complicated and in the corners lay the remains of the rest of the scene pairing a black and red on the front part of the coffin and the top for eternity and for decades. The red is also for lies in the background of the top piece, while the black remains as the truth. The blue part which is the window only, is for wheels and swords, but it’s a light blue due to the contrast needed to be a stronger one of a variable in which there is only at least 12 options and they make it no easier to see the way things work. The pink house is there as the rustic roof type due to the desoniate, which is not exactly the one that will bring much of the piece to a charm length let-alone anymore of a piece that fits the design of those dream home America type full on typical white walls on the inside and pink exterior and all that. Instead the door is purely white and the exterior structure is still pink, both of which are individual and indistinguishable places in which the scenery is more effective and efficient. The door is all white due to the main lack of a single system of the dream being far less than an effective piece unless one really must have the time. The house of rustic pink exterior is designed as a older version of a much more complex scenic and much more contemporary little bold but not as much as the gardens and the coffin, while those are still as much of a highlight parts of the scenery and make it much more complex than it already was. The garden flower side which is red only is there for the lies and desvoniate, which is the dralconian and dark term for the garden is all but those who came before while in reality it is all the lies and desolate structures that are there, while the structure of the coffin is entirely on its own a rustic structure with very little red and blacks of a reflection of the mirrors 🪞. Of which, the blacks and the red side are incolianate and they’re mixed nearby one another but not exactly and extremely excessively there, used as a hidden structure. Tbe blacks are the truth and the reds are lies Among many other things, including those who came before full of nothing but slack and lack of trust with lack of truth. The main structure is rustic brown for the decades of the past and the decades full of mistakes and failures Among other things full of lies themselves as well, though on another note makes it that much more convenient old school piece rather than something entirely random and a lack of skill. The latter of which it still is a work in progress for what I was thinking of using it for in the time ahead of schedules and ahead of time for rather than have it sitting on the side doing nothing. Still quite complex, but it is not the only piece that was out of the ordinary ready for even being within reach and reasonable enough of a even further rustic style due to the hanging side of the piece has a brown rather than anything else, plus with only three options there, the logic of the rustic functionality and the overall design of the rustic system of the piece is very much so that it is left to highlight the small pieces in time even those that seem to make less of a sense than they already are, but instead of the red being any of a highlight worth the extra detail.

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She isn’t married right now, but her and I being together is means for her to get around people she couldn’t get around. I have my chin, she has her chin, I can talk like a rustic, with bucolic tongue, but she gets poking out lips when I make it about the strange woman Solomon spoke of, in proverbs, and how Praxiona was going to a place, after being extorted by a mighty man, and the place was only means for the wanton to cook her husbands dinner. She couldn’t stay. She sees this and wants to cling to what demoralized her kind, and I would refer to what advances my kind and she wants “togetherness.” The essence of strangers becoming brothers because of an ID, democrats say Donald Trump is radical with his voters ID, and you just look at me and call me controlling. You want to get around what you couldn’t get around, to think they would be like what you would be around. Business men who want cash, and by the cash do they extort. You see this and want to be involved, Anglo-American law, you want to visit places with me, and I not start it by talking on the phone with you and I’m there.. you think you can trust whites after I am means for you all to really come together. That’s slavery, see my stance and aporia. Everyone holds a bar in the train, almost, if they are a commuter, as another is holding the wheel and another is holding the clothes hanger handle. You know it.

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Unleash Your Style: Creating a Beautiful Kitchen That Reflects You

Beauty can be defined in many ways. For some, a clean and minimalist kitchen may be the definition of beauty. Others, like the kitchen at Casa Vista Lejana by Wallflower Archtiecture + Design, establish a synergy between the kitchen and nature through huge windows.

Adding a bold splash of color can help make a room feel beautiful. Find ways to make your favorite shade sing, such as with antiqued mirrored backsplash tiles seen here.

1. Add a Touch of Your Personality

Your kitchen is the heart of your home, where you and your family gather to eat and spend time together. To make this space truly feel like your own, you can incorporate a variety of design elements that reflect your unique personality.

For example, try a wall fern (left image) or a floral-patterned window treatment to add a pop of color and interest to your cooking area. Decorative items on open shelves can also help to show off your interests, from a colorful bowl filled with fruit to a set of uniquely-shaped dining dishes.

Artwork can also dress up your kitchen walls without requiring the expense of a new kitchen remodel. Look for art that explicitly portrays your own style, rather than something that depicts food or other kitchen-related scenes. Then, hang it on a wall where you can admire it.

2. Incorporate Personalized Elements

One of the best ways to personalize a home is through decorative elements. Adding decor like vases, paintings, baskets, family photos, and dishware is an easy way to bring your personality into your kitchen design. These decorative pieces can help make your kitchen feel more inviting and warm, which is especially important if you have an open floor plan.

Another great way to incorporate personalized elements into your kitchen is by adding a statement centerpiece. This can be anything from a vase filled with colorful marbles or beads to a statue or even a bowl of greenery. The key is to find something that will catch the eye of your guests and serve as a conversation starter.

Another way to add personality to your kitchen is by updating the hardware. This is a simple and inexpensive way to update your kitchen while adding a personal touch. For example, replacing the cabinet handles and faucet can completely change the look of your kitchen and add a touch of your style.

3. Create a Space That Feels Truly Yours

To feel at home, you have to create a space that feels truly yours. Whether you prefer a cozy reading nook stocked with half-finished novels or a man cave full of rustic accents, creating a space that is 100% for you helps you relax and feel at ease in your own home. Adding a few personalized touches like wall ferns, decorative accessories on shelves, or personal mementos can help you transform your kitchen into a beautiful homey escape.

If your kitchen is currently a mishmash of different styles, commit to one aesthetic. Opt for a neutral palette to create a classic, timeless look or go with warm woods and woven materials for a more comfortable, welcoming feel.

A bold color scheme can also make your kitchen feel more unique and beautiful. Opt for a hue that sits opposite on the color wheel, like green and red, to give your kitchen a vibrant feel. A mix of patterns can also add a dynamic look to your space, such as the herringbone tile pattern used by Blakely Interior Design in this beachy escape.

4. Unleash Your Style

Imagine stepping into any room and turning heads with your impeccable fashion choices. This is what happens when you transform your style and unleash the confidence within. This eBook reveals the secrets to transforming your look with expert tips and advice that will elevate you from simply dressing, into a truly stunning style statement. From elegant jewelry to the perfect accessory to complete your outfit, this eBook will help you take your style to new heights.

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The kitchen is often the heart of the home and plays a significant role in determining its overall appeal. If yours feels outdated or dated, you may feel less motivated to spend time cooking and eating in it. That’s why Vancouver kitchen Renovation is proud to bring you a Kitchen Design and Renovation package that will transform your space into something truly timeless and functional. Our Kitchen Design and Renovation packages will create a space that reflects your lifestyle and personality and gives you everything you need to cook delicious meals and entertain guests.

We understand that to be successful is to stay ahead of the curve. That means staying current with the latest technology and design trends. We always want to improve our products or services without breaking the bank. That’s why we stay connected to the latest technologies of NKBA, National Kitchen and Bath Association. In addition, at Vancouver Kitchen renovation, our primary focus is providing sustainable kitchen design and renovation packages, and we believe in sustainable living. Sustainable living is a way of life in harmony with nature. It is a lifestyle which focuses on the preservation of our environment. Sustainable living is a philosophy emphasizing respect for the environment and concern for its well-being. This means we should take care of the planet and treat it as if it were our home. We should try to preserve what we have and protect it from destruction. If we do this, we will enjoy the benefits of the earth’s resources for many generations. Whether you’re planning a major remodel or adding finishing touches to your current kitchen, we’d love to discuss your project. Book your showroom consultation online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a good idea to leave during a kitchen renovation?

If you are good at taking out, you don’t need to move. However, if your children or pets are young or have special needs, you may want to consider living at a family member’s home or staying with a friend during renovations. It will be easier for you to keep your pets safe and not worry about them getting hurt or in danger. Plus, keeping your sanity will be much easier if you’re not dealing with construction noise and dust daily. Get a written estimate from the contractor if you are planning to move. You can then plan your move according to their schedule.

How do I begin a new kitchen design?

It would be best to start by creating a list of your wants and needs. This will help you communicate with potential kitchen designers, remodelers, or contractors.

Budget: How big can you spend to get a new kitchen installed?

– Size. What size is your kitchen? Will you need to expand or reduce the size of your kitchen?

– Layout: What is the layout of your kitchen? Do you think it is necessary to modify the layout of your kitchen.

– Appliances – What appliances do you need in your new kitchen design?

– Storage: How do you store your food and other supplies in your new kitchen.

– Style: What type of kitchen do you desire? Traditional, contemporary, rustic, etc.

– Colors – What colors would you like to see in your new kitchen’s design?

After you have taken all of these factors into consideration, you can begin planning your new kitchen.

How do you style small white kitchens?

A small white kitchen requires a lot of creativity. Natural materials like wood, stone, or glass are the best ways to create beautiful designs for small white kitchens. It is important to organize white kitchens and keep them clean.

Don’t forget personal touches! This will make the kitchen feel homey.

Can a stove or refrigerator be placed side-by side?

If there is enough room for both appliances, they can be placed side-by-side. This isn’t a good practice for kitchen design. This can result in wasted space and cramped spaces. It is better to have the refrigerator and stove in separate areas of the kitchen. This facilitates a more efficient workflow while making the kitchen feel bigger.

How to save money on kitchen remodel costs

Here are some tips to help you save money when remodeling your kitchen.

Do your research.

You must first do your research before you start any kitchen renovation project. This will help you get a clear picture of the final outcome you are looking for in your kitchen remodel. Also, research can help you to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Create and budget.

After you have an idea of the goals and objectives for your kitchen remodel, you can create a budget. This will help you determine how much money you will spend on the project. You must also stick to your budget in order to avoid going overboard.

Check out other websites for specials and discounts.

Always look out for discounts and deals when shopping for appliances and materials. This will save you money on your kitchen remodel.

Find a reliable contractor.

If you are looking for a contractor to remodel your kitchen, make sure they have a great track record and are reputable. Reputable contractors can deliver quality work at a fair price.

Do it yourself.

If you’re handy around the house, you might consider doing the job yourself. You will save money and feel satisfied knowing you did the work yourself.

These tips will help you save money on kitchen remodeling costs.

Statistics

In large firms, the commission charged by the GC ranges from 15 to 25 percent of the total job cost. (thespruce.com)

Keep 10 to 25 percent of List 2, depending on the budget. (familyhandyman.com)

Followed by cabinet cost, labour, and appliance costs consume 20 percent each of your budget. (hgtv.com)

In the Pacific region (Alaska, California, Washington, and Oregon), according to Remodeling Magazine, that same midrange central kitchen remodel jumps to $72,513, and a major upscale kitchen remodels jumps up $11,823 from the national average to $143,333. (hgtv.com)

According to Burgin, some hinges have this feature built-in, but it’s an add-on cost for other models of about $5 retail, adding up to $350 to $500 for an entire kitchen, depending on size. (hgtv.com)

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How To

Here are the 8 Basic Steps to Kitchen Remodeling for Beginners

These steps are essential for a DFY project that is suitable for Beginners.

Remodeling your kitchen involves three steps. First, decide whether you want to do an entire renovation or replace appliances and fixtures. Second, decide what kind of kitchen design is best for you. The third option is to hire professionals or do it yourself.

The next step is deciding what kind of kitchen you want to install. Do you prefer a traditional kitchen with cabinets and countertops? Maybe you prefer sleek modern designs and less storage. Do you want to add a breakfast bar or large island? After you have chosen a layout and finished material, you will need to hire a professional contractor for the job.

The heart of any home is the kitchen, but homeowners often feel overwhelmed by how many decisions they need to make before beginning a project. There are many easy ways to start.

Decide if You Want to Renovate or Replace – The first step is to determine whether you want to complete a kitchen renovation or replace some of the appliances and fixtures. You’ll need to calculate the cost of demolition and new cabinets, countertops and flooring if you intend to renovate the space.

Calculate Your Budget – The first thing to do is determine how much you are able to spend on your kitchen remodeling project. This includes everything including labor costs, supplies, and the budget.

You can choose your layout – Now that you know how much money you are able to spend, you can decide where to place your new kitchen. There are many options for layouts such as open concept, peninsula and galley, U shape, L-shape and corner. Each layout has its pros, and it is important that you choose the one which best suits your needs.

Selecting Your Materials – Once you have decided on the layout of your kitchen it’s now time to select the materials. This covers everything from cabinets and countertops, to flooring and lighting. There are many choices available so it is important to research and choose the right materials for you.

Hire Professionals – Once you’ve chosen your materials, you need to find someone who is a specialist in kitchen construction. A professional contractor will ensure that everything goes smoothly from design through to installation. You don’t need to worry about problems throughout the process. They also provide follow up services.

Enjoy! – You’ve made it to the final stage of the kitchen remodeling process–enjoyment! If you love your new kitchen, you won’t mind spending hours cooking delicious meals. If you are still not sure, take the time to test out your new kitchen. It will give a better idea if your remodel was worth it.

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If eclectic is even more of your preference, get a pillow in different colors, patterns, as well as appearances with a common measure. As always, you must prevent exaggerating the design of your living-room by positioning suitable number of furniture in it. If you put way too many furnishings, you will certainly crowd your home and also the passage might be obstructed. Much Better Homes & Gardens becomes part of the Dotdash Meredith posting family. The staff at DOCK86 is committed to "86" the high price of furniture. We guarantee to keep our expenses low by "86'ing" high overhead, high stress sales, and long running hours.

These shades are revers on the color wheel, so both pieces of furniture will look dynamic.

Television stands in a living-room can vary according to the kind of TV you have.

Or else, S-shaped springtimes develop a strong seat and also flexible support behind.

Try a mirror surrounded by a gilded steel frame to bring the living room a bit of contemporary, brilliant representation.

These colors are very easy to match as well as are an ageless method to enhance an area.

By contrast, modern living room furniture is much cleaner and sleeker.

Choosing the right sort of coffee table is important for two reasons. Depending upon the interior decoration of your living room and the rest of the furnishings, there are several options offered for coffee tables. For contemporary or modern style, a table with glass or wood top would appear excellent. For a traditional or rustic theme, anything that's simple with a somewhat rough structure would certainly be perfect.

The frame of the chair is made from wood, chipboard, MDF, fiber board, steel. Rattan, hyacinth, bamboo, walnut, reed are utilized for making wicker chairs that perfectly suit the inside of the suite and the living-room, embellished in ethnic design. The chair must not only match its guessed location, however it ought to additionally enhance your couch well. To put it simply, it should not look also small when contrasted to your couch.

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Take a look at our Bed room Furniture Essentials listing for more concepts. Custom-designed Amish furniture designed to last for generations. Whether you have an open location or easily-moved furniture, you require to see to it there is a lot of open area to play as well as interact. Kids as well as pets like window seats to look outdoors and socialize.

Great for the living room where you can watch TV or sleep. Various other functions include a steel frame construction that supplies greater stability. Thick seat cushions and bigger rounded armrests plus comfy and also resilient linen product guarantee far better convenience. Ultimately, a rubber base to cover your floor tile or hardwood flooring. This Boho influenced piece of seating furniture is ideal for any free-thinking house. This is our premium quality as well as trendy seat sofa that is best for small space.

A function targeted at the senior, the improved engine can lift you a lot more effortlessly and also carefully, without increasing stress on your back or knees. There are additionally 2 levels of resonance as well as heating functions to facilitate blood circulation. There are 4 locations of massage concentration with 5 settings that can please your demand for various massage therapies. Our lying massage chair is straightforward to mount with an user's manual as well as the suitable hardware included. Call us crazy, however we sedie policarbonato alpe arredi choose styling a tiny living room over a big one any type of day.

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When it concerns living room furniture, seating is crucial. You desire something comfortable, as well as you need sufficient for guests. Reclining couches and various other seating furniture will certainly need to be far from the wall surface, so they can totally expand. Extract a couple of various situations for your furniture placement so it's less complicated to organize whatever the means you wish to when the time comes. A console table behind the sofa is a staple for open-plan living.

Made of durable particle board that's exceptionally long lasting and easy to clean. This closet furniture is really easy to set up and contains all installing equipment. Establishing an object is much like a wind, you simply need to construct it through the extensive instructions. Absolutely nothing illustrates our present state much more clearly than a coffee table that serves as a workstation. The table top can be swiftly increased as well as forward to develop a workspace, work, or eat on the tabletop.

It includes 2 cupboards and also 2 display shelves-all with a large capability to satisfy your demand to place DVD gamers, Sky boxes, video game consoles, and also much more. Two large holes at the back for all your cords and cables to be safely as well as easily threaded with to the source of power, which can be hidden as well as out of the way. It lets you place your items in order as well as matches every kind of home style that's sure to be best for your TV as well as house. This item includes two units of this extremely demanded reclining chair. The basic structure makes it very easy for these reclining chairs to be stowed and relocated. Complete attributes consist of a stress pole for the reclining system which helps simplicity of reclining.

A stretch of south-facing windows, as an example, makes a bright, welcoming spot for a seating area. A pair of chairs with a collection of stools transforms this well-lit edge right into a comfortable area for two. As opposed to usual idea, pushing all your pieces against the walls is not the best means to arrange furnishings in a tiny living-room. This creates an uncomfortable space in the center and also highlights the space's confined dimensions. Rather, pull furnishings towards the facility to create an extra open sensation. Rug-- Making use of arearugs is a fantastic way to define seating locations, however the number one blunder individuals make in the living-room is making use of an area rug that's also little.

This modern rectangular coffee table is equally open as well as closed and also has four areas, 2 of which are fitted with drop-down doors. The boxy shape of the leading area complements a distinct powder-coated metal structure. By integrating this alcoholic drink table with its matching end table or television stand, this contemporary slat door package is finished off.

To preserve an useful room, make certain to maintain an open sidewalk for traveling between areas conveniently. Picking the appropriate size furnishings for your office can make you more efficient. You intend to make sure your desk, chair, area rug, and anything else you need can function within your space, specifically if you work mostly from your home office. The form of your eating area could help figure out the shape, style, as well as size of your dining table. Round tables tend to function better http://www.thefreedictionary.com/sedie in square-shaped rooms, while a lengthy rectangular table will do far better in a long area. In picking living room furnishings, do not just consider the living room alone.

The couches can be enhanced even more by putting accent chairs around them. One more important thing to take into consideration right here would be matching the wall's shade The shades selected for the furnishings collections have to enhance the shade of the wall surface. So, we recommend matching complementary colors to create a fantastic effect that people definitely like. Believe it or otherwise, a lot of people are convinced living room furniture has to match.