Hello people! This week on the show we’re showing you all the little details of the renovated apartment. It’s such fun to dot all the i’s and cross all the t’s. One of the things we discussed this week was training your drapes. It’s easily accomplished and should be done when new drapes are installed.  

Begin by cutting strips of scrap fabric about 4â€? wide, then stack the drapes back as far as they’ll go, and arrange the folds as you’d like them to be. Then wrap the strips around the stacked back drapes and pin the in place. There should be a band about every 3 feet. Leave the bands on the drapes for about 2 weeks. When you remove them the drapes will “rememberâ€? their position when ever you open them. 

This week on my NPR podcast I’m discussing how best to use the week between Christmas and New Year’s. There are lots of things to do with down time. Be sure and listen! 

If you haven’t already, take a look at my new product line at www.FelixPopuli.com. While you’re there, sign up for an account – there are lots of fun products that will be debuted in the coming weeks and months. You won’t want to miss them! 

Don’t forget the Brini Maxwell auctions. This week it’s all about vintage shoes.

Hi people. This week we’re rerunning a holiday episode from season 2 that features a delicious recipe for Christmas morning. It’s called Mattie Belle’s Cranberry Bread and it’s very easy to make. 

You’ll need: 

2 cups flour

¾ cup sugar

1 ½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon soda

¼ cup butter

¾ cup orange juice

1 egg

1 tablespoon grated orange rind

½ cup walnuts

1 cup halved cranberries 

Preheat the oven to 350. sift flour, baking powder and soda and set aside. Cream butter and sugar together, add the egg, then add the flour mixture in parts, alternating with the orange juice and blend well. Then mix in the orange rind, walnuts and cranberries. Bake for 1 hour, then turn the oven off and crack the door slightly to let the bread slowly cool down. 

On my NPR podcast I’m talking about decorating with food. Making our morsels do double duty as décor is such fun, and it honors our holiday feast in a lovely way. Be sure and listen! 

Don’t forget to have a peek at the Brini Maxwell auctions this week and if you haven’t already be sure and come by Felix Populi and have a look at my new line of products!

Hi people, Brini here with another episode for your enjoyment. This week we’re touring the renovated apartment. Don’t miss it!

On my NPR podcast I’m talking about bottle cutting for a fun gift giving alternative. Be sure and listen, it’s such a fun craft.

I have quite exciting news for you this week. My product line has been launched and is available at www.FelixPopuli.com. For the launch we have two lines of pillows. The Felix Populi line features luxury fabrics, leather appliqué and custom tassels, while the FP line features graphic prints with a pop art feel on cotton canvas with colorful backs. You can also find my book there and soon we’ll have more items going up, including items for the kitchen and bath. I hope you’ll come by and have a look!

Don’t forget the Brini Maxwell auctions! This week it’s all about the 1940’s.

Hi people! We’re coming into the home stretch with the renovation! This week we’re installing the carpeting and doing some upholstery. Don’t miss it! 

This week on my NPR podcast I’m discussing a fun idea for holiday gift giving – bottle cutting. There are some lovely projects that can be made with the right bottles. Have a listen and find out how. 

The Brini Maxwell auctions are featuring some fun items this week, and there are always new ones going up. Don’t forget to have a look! 

I’ll have some exciting news for you next week. Be sure and check back!

Hi people! Brini here with this week’s episode. We’re finishing up the fireplace this week and it looks great. Have a gander! 

The insert we used for the fireplace is a log and grate set from 2 Burn Inc. and the fuel we’re burning in it is SunJel. You can find those products along with free standing fireplaces right here. 

This week on my NPR podcast I’m discussing decorating your door for the holidays. It’s such fun to greet your guests with these clever ideas. Be sure and listen! 

Don’t forget the Brini Maxwell Auctions this week. We’re featuring all the glitters – holiday garb in gold and silver, and there are still some of last week’s offerings left in red and green!