As a designer as well as Feng Shui practitioner, I have been naturally drawn to odd numbers for my groupings for as long as I can remember. I love items in sets of 3 or 5. I intentionally placed a jade plant as part of this grouping since the jade plant represents wealth and the...Read More

This spot made me so happy as I walked by, I asked my husband to stop and snap a quick pic of me here. Then I realized, it feels so good because all 5 elements are being used appropriately in the decor. • Wood – in the pillars and table • Water – the shape...Read More

I decided to become a certified herbalist, because I just love learning about herbs and all their amazing properties. I have been growing flat leaf parsley for years in my garden. I never thought much about it other than using it for cooking. As I have now chosen to approach life with more of a...Read More

Garden Feng Shui The weather is getting warmer and everyone is spending more time outside in their gardens. Did you know you could apply Feng Shui principles outside? Let’s start with Yin & Yang and a few examples of each. YIN Flat, smooth stones A quiet pond Curving forms Cool areas in the garden Overgrown...Read More

Feng shui tip of the day! If your front door and back door are in direct line with each other, place a large plant near the back door. Chi can rush directly through your home, taking your money with it, so the plant provides a place for the chi to linger and therefore keeps your...Read More

Feng Shui & Cactus Most Feng Shui consultants and experts will discourage you from bringing prickly plants into your home. Since moving to the desert, my love and obsession with all things cactus has only grown. If you are like me and have a love affair with all things prickly, then the Fame and Reputation...Read More

I received a question from an Instagram follower @giftofyoga the other day which is the inspiration for today’s post. Q: “Hi! I’m new to this so I’m wondering why are Feng Shui bathroom ideas/suggestions to hard to find?” A: Bathrooms can create all sorts of angst for clients. The owner of the Pilate’s studio I...Read More

Spring is right around the corner. Did you know you could implement my Elements in Balance approach with your patio & garden? Bring in representations of all Five elements to create balance & harmony. • Water – a water feature, pool or birdbath • Wood – trees, plants, flowers, furniture • Fire – a fire...Read More

Here is a Feng Shui cure to help you hold on to your finances: Pot a live plant in an earthenware or ceramic container. These type of planters represent the Earth Element and help to stabilize & secure your finances. For an added Feng Shui boost, choose a plant which is considered auspicious and lucky....Read More