Lambert Channel B & B…..

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Linda

It is with great pleasure that I intoduce to you, Lambert Channel Bed & Breakfast! This delightful B&B has every desired attribute and special touch that could be hoped for in a get away spot ~ ocean views, complete privacy, designer taste throughout, gourmet breakfasts, local products and artwork ~ and to top all that off, hosts that go the extra mile to make your stay everything (and more) than you would ever expect.

Lambert Channel B & B is located on the eastern shore of Denman Island, perched above the ocean where you look directly over to Hornby Island ~ if your gaze is not first stopped by the eagles in the trees above or with the sight of sea lions & seals slipping in and out of the water or maybe with a whale pod sighting!

No words can make up for photos, so let me show you….

When you arrive down the long drive and park your car, you are greeted with this cheerful sight….

Before we go into the suite, let me show you down to the beach….

Looking over to the left you see Texada Island

Looking to the right you can see Vancouver Island way off in the distance

Looking across Lambert Channel you see Hornby Island

Long beach walks, kayak rides, beach fires and daydreaming await – if you can tear yourselves out of the comfort that awaits!  After a first quick glimpse inside you will know what I mean.

Nice eh? I love the upbeat and colourful flair that has been incorporated throughout ~ and their furniture choices are not only fun & fabulous, they all have such a practical purpose. I have other photos to share that will show you some of the details that await, details that enhance your stay both visually and otherwise ~ but first a break, would you care for a cappacino?

If you think that an overnight or two at this lovely Bed & Breakfast on Lambert Channel is in order at some point, you can find more information on their website at www.lambertchannelb&b.com .

I will create the next post to share with you soon, filling it with more shots of the inspiring details to be discovered here at this deluxe bed & breakfast.

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Purple wicker…..

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Linda

These purple wicker chairs add such an upbeat vibe to this calm looking covered patio, such an original choice of colour for wicker! It has been combined perfectly with the eggplant colour used on the french doors and surrounding trims ~ and the blue in the pots and cushions compliments the look so nicely.

The carpets just couldn’t be better for this area and the small hit of yellow in the lemons on the tree is the finishing touch. I adore this covered patio and would just love to be able to implement this colour scheme on one of our projects!

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Pink Orchid…..

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Linda

Friends of ours stopped in for a visit one day and brought us this incredibly lovely Orchid stem ….. I had never seen one stem this full of blooms!

The deep pink and burgundy looked amazing against the snowy backdrop outside….

and as I moved the orchid and the camera ever so slightly, the colours seemed to change….

                              Such outstanding design talent Mother Nature has!

 

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Epsom Salt Candles…..

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Linda

I came across this pretty table arrangement a couple of times in my travels around the blogosphere ~ it seems to cover several things for this time of year ~ it is gives a calm, quiet & peaceful look after the busyness of December, with a colourful & cheerful palette to provide the promise of spring ahead, all while still acknowledging that it is winter.

For me, it also gave an idea for a small project to stimulate my creativity. The instructions for the candles are so simple, it may even be a good project to do with your children or grandchildren.

To make ~ pour epsom salts onto a flat surface, add glitter if you like a more sparkly look. Apply a layer of decoupage adhesive to the candle sides using a paint bush or foam one, keeping the glue away from the top edges so the flame doesn’t get near the salts & glitter. While wet, lie the candle in the mix, lift and rotate until all of the candle is covered. When it is dry, set on a tray that has more of the mix covering it or on a clean surface.

This vignette is courtesy of  Better Homes and Gardens  and the also via the Inspired Room blog.

 

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Coastal weather…..

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Linda

What a difference a few days can make when it comes to the weather here on Vancouver Island and coastal British Columbia….late last week we had a lovely fresh snowfall that was deep enough to close our schools and have everyone staying home, leaving the roads so quiet. Many people in our neighbourhood were out walking though, enjoying the challenge, along with the invigorating excercise.  There were also people like me, out with their cameras capturing the beauty…..

It was windy and very cold so the snow was swirling off the roofs creating drifts of fluffy, delicate powder.

The day after the initial snow, the sun came out and really had the snow putting on a show for us ~ it glistened and sparkled like diamond dust had been sprinkled all over it ~ with the temperatures below freezing it was a show mostly watched from inside a heated home though. Anything that reads  minus zero keeps us huddled inside for the most part, except for our newcomers from the other parts of Canada who probably laugh at us winter softies.

Three days of this splendour and then a crazy wind storm with pelting rain and warm air consumed the day. Not a good day for vessels on the water, the waves were huge and crashing onto the beach! Then by yesterday, we were seeing rainbows and everything had returned to green….

We talk about the weather a lot here on the coast, it is as common conversation starter amongst us ~ the weather is unchangeable, so we adapt to what ever it decides to produce, as we all must wherever we live I suppose. During the winter we dream of and plan for winter getaways to warmer, sunnier climes ~ another common conversation starter in these parts!

 

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Red and all lined up….

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Linda

This scene caught my eye the last time we were in Vancouver….

- this row of staggered benches are on Burrard St. just outside of the new Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel and right across the street from the new & incredibly gorgeous convention centre.

The visual delights to be found in Vancouver are limitless – and by walking, as we do so much when we are away, is one of the best ways to really see & take in the city and all of it’s varied details. We love our visits to the city …. the people, the lights, the architecture,  parks, selection of restaurants, and the shopping….coming from the small community of Qualicum Beach, we really appreciate the multitude of options available to us there. A whole new world!

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