pattern and color

I have been inspired this morning by Lulu DeKwiatkowski! She has an amazing line of textiles and wallpaper that will surely inspire you as well! The colors, texture, and pattern are stunning! Makes me want to go sew some fun pillows!

green thumb friday

These are the cutest little planters I have ever seen! And they even look simple and small enough for me to take care of. Succulent Love Designs has some very creative ways to add greenery to your decor. Looking at all these photos inspires me to get a little crafty...and it's a 3 day weekend! I love the use of a glass fishbowl as a planter - genius idea and it looks so fresh!

quote of the day

Colorado Homes and Lifestyles magazine has a great article today on "What the Pros Want You to Know". Below was my favorite part of the interview...

Give us the final word: What's at stake for a homeowner who doesn't bring in a professional?
 
Jennifer and Gary Hartman: It is simply the difference between a house and a home. It’s the difference between what you dreamed of and what you have to settle for. A house is a place to lay your head down at night and keep the rain off. It is a simple utilitarian shelter that provides for basic needs. A home goes much further—it evokes emotion, engages the senses, becomes part of the life that lives within it, speaks about who you are as a person and allows you to be that person. It’s about coordination of the big picture—overall form, space and volume—down to the tiny details and connections that a good design pro has the eye for and can implement with elegance and style. It’s the infusion of soul and spirit. into an otherwise lifeless structure.

 Here are some beautiful rooms to enjoy from the design pros in the article.

ceiling fan with a new twist

I just discovered a new ceiling fan that has retractable blades! What a genius idea! The fixture functions as a pendant light when the blades are not in use....watch the video from Fresh Home to see these modern blades in action.

paper those walls people

I love wallpaper....tasteful wallpaper that is! (sorry no fruit borders) Take a look at some of these fun ways to incorporate color and style in a room with your wallpaper. No need to do all the walls, even just wallpapering one wall for a focal point has a ton of impact.

Photos from Apartment Therapy.

trash to treasure

Lately I've had a bug to purchase old pieces of furniture and antiques to refinish them. I think my new favorite hobby will be reupholstering and refinishing furniture and accessories! There's nothing better than reusing pieces with style and freshening them up to fit with your own decor. Here are some inspiring ideas from Chic Antique to get my wheels turning...

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happy friday...

Friday is finally here...and I'm celebrating with these unique ways to add stripes to a room! Some are a bit wild for my taste; but inspirational and quite creative! Some actually make me a tad dizzy, but that could also be due to ladies night last night at Chopstix. Thanks to Portor House Designs for the great pics!

Hope you enjoy the photos...and stripe your little hearts out this weekend!

new fall finds

As much as I don't want to kiss the Summer months good-bye....I am loving the new fall lines in furniture and accessories!

I am in love with this leather chair from Williams-Sonoma Home; it is a beauty from every angle and would look amazing in a den, library, bar or lounge. These Saddle Stitch Hurricanes are also quite fabulous from Williams-Sonoma....and I actually like the brass! The chandelier from Restoration Hardware is made of wood and zinc...so unique and stylish. Love how versatile this trunk can be from Restoration Hardware; function and beauty in one. And who wouldn't love to sit in a rocking chair made to replicate the comfort of a hammock. This bookshelf also from Restoration Hardware would surely spice up any home office!

the look and feel of faux

Sherwin Williams has come out with a line of faux finishes for your wall called Faux Impressions. All you have to do is select from one of their four textures and you'll be well on your way to adding drama to your room. There are even instructional videos for those who want step-by-step guidance throughout the painting process. Here are some photos that use the Metallic Impressions line and the Quartz Stone Impressions line.

make a wish

I decided to post about beautiful beach houses today...why you may ask? Well it's a beautiful sunny day in Seattle and it's my birthday! If I could pick a place to spend my birthday this year, I would gladly take my friends and family to a beach house to celebrate! Slightly far-fetched, but a girl can dream...right?! Enjoy these breezy, relaxing photos below from Elle Decor and dream along with me.

dining in beauty

I'm on the hunt for a dining table and have found some very inspiring dining rooms along the way....hope you enjoy! Love the different chairs, lighting, and wall treatments to make the rooms unique.