I know it is still considered winter but this amazing weather is fooling us all.  (I have even mowed my lawn already!)  We just had to get a head start on SPRING!  So, we have brought in a terrific collection of IRON FURNITURE & DÉCOR to add character to your outdoor spaces.  You can click onto the GARDEN PAGE to get a sneak peak or better yet stop by the store today for best selection!

When you are in the store be sure to check out our new handmade baby blankets and lovies by BUB LOVE.  Also, hand crafted hair clips special for baby’s hair made by TAYLOR PAIGE & CO.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

We have had some beautiful painted French Country pieces coming in and going out quite quickly! I think will continue to bring in this line as well as continue our hunt for original country and vintage pieces.

Supporting local is very important to us here at The Passionate Home, so we will continue to offer and source for you a unique collection of creations!  “The Passionate Baby” section has proven to be quite popular, so we will focus on this area to always offer you a selection of “WAY TOO CUTE” things for baby!

2010 will be a fun and eventful year as we strive to learn more, to do better, to be better and to offer you more!  RECLAIM, RESTYLE, REDECORATE with The Passionate Home, offering inspiring design for those with an eclectic sense of style!

We look forward to being of service!

"IMAGINATION IDEATION"

IDEATION (idea generation) the process of creating new ideas

Join the generation - My passion is to share with you fresh and creative ideas on how to use found objects, everyday items and treasured finds in you decor!  To some people a simple object  is nothing buy a simple object; to others it represents limitless possibilities!

My monthly PASSION PLAN is to BLOG about one item in the store and give you countless ideas and uses for that item.

The goal is to inspire that "Ah ha" moment in your life.
- To get you excited and passionate about your home
- To save you money on decorating
- To help you create a home that is unique to you and shines with your own personality!

To join the Idea Generation today just add your e-mail information to the contact list and you will not only receive our monthly newsletter, but a weekly posting of unique and creative decorating ideas!

The Passionate Home is pleased to Offer You...

LOCALLY CRAFTED

• Natalizia – Handmade & custom designed beaded jewelry
• Les Croquettes – Unique jewelry creations
• Marjolein & Co. Jewelry – One –of-a-kind creations
• Boodle Zak – Fun & Flirty Aprons
• Karen Graham Designs – Beautiful greeting cards
• Kozy Koats – Custom made jackets for baby
• What Wood You Say? – Custom made wood signs
• Cornucopia Glass Ltd. - Carefully crafted glass dragonflies & hummingbirds
• Pastiche Art – Art with a view
• Junk Style – Repurposed JUNK (you won’t believe it!)
• Country Folk Art – Paintings by Ilona
• Artist Sandy Clements

ALSO

• Lollia – A decadent line of fragrances, shea butter hand cream, bubbling bath and bath salts
• Pre de Provence – French guest soaps, body bars and lotion
• Beba Bean – Baby’s first “Mary Janes” and “Biker Boots”
• Bearington Bear – Cute coats, slippers and teddy
• Inspirations Wall Art – Canadian Made Wall Words

The Passionate Home works hard at supplying you with Canadian made, locally crafted creations focusing on environmentally friendly construction.  We feel it is important to support the community, to focus on Reclaiming and Restyling and to offer you a unique collection not found in other stores.  Thank you for shopping local!

EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT…

The Passionate Home is creating a new page on it’s web site ~ “SHARED IDEAS”!  We are looking for photos of items you have purchased from The Passionate Home whether large or small.  We want to see how you have incorporated your finds into your home.  This is your chance to show off your decorating expertise!  So grab your camera and have fun staging a photo of your Passionate Home treasure.  Forward it to carrie@thepassionatehome.com along with a brief description of the item and how you made it your own.  Thank you in advance!  I am sure this new section will quickly become a favorite!

LETTING PASSION FLOW

I came upon this article on PASSION written by life coach Lindsay Sukornyk and I am so excited to share it with you.  ENJOY!

“What are you passionate about?” – one of my favorite questions that often stops people in their tracks.  People often reply, “Passion?  What’s passion?  How do I know I have it?  I don’t think I have any – how do I find it?”

What is passion?
Passion:  feeling alive, fulfilled and full of energy.  The buzz you get when you’re truly excited – about a thought, a relationship, a feeling or an activity.  It’s turning on the faucet of joy when you’re engaged in what excites you.

How do I know I have it?
You may feel a sense of calm.  You’ll feel it in every cell of your body, feeling lighter, freer and at peace.  Time seems to stand still when you’re engrossed in a passion.  If you make a living doing what you’re passionate about, you’ll find yourself saying, “I can’t believe I actually get paid to do this!”  Passion can be experienced as a moment of bliss – a feeling that everything is exactly as it should be.

How do I find it?
The road to living a passion-filled life is one of ongoing evolution.  Here are some of the steps of this journey:

Reflect.  Think about the people, places, things, ideas and activities in your life that have made you feel alive.

Tweak.  Notice where you incorporated the things that light you up and adjust your activities to allocate more time and energy into the things that bring you passion

Eliminate.  Sometimes the path to passion is blocked by negativity.  To eliminate these blocks, shift your thoughts to ones of possibility:  redesign relationships that consistently bring your down:  change your life circumstances – job, lifestyle, location – to provide a framework for passion.  Take a stand for your passion by doing the tough work of eliminating the blocks.

Leap.  Living a passionate life is not for the faint at heart.  Take risks, do things differently and be open to the vulnerability inherent in living a full, passionate life.  Without risk there are no returns.

Notice.  Over time, your passions may change.  What worked five years ago may no longer light your fire.  That’s evolution.  Notice what’s real for you now and make the necessary adjustments to realign with the “new you”.

Savour.  Be grateful for all you create – it’s essential.  Bathe in the experience of living a life that reflects you, at your best.  Being true to yourself creates a flow that will have you constantly feeling lucky, as you attract more and more of what you want into your life.

The good news:  the more you practice, the easier it is to live a passion-filled life – creating a life of fun and ease!

I have found my passion and I know how it feels to have that sense of calm and excitement all at once! My wish is that each of you can experience that same joy!
Carrie

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