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The Right Light

Written by on 26th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 2 Comments

My latest decorating challenge is finding the right light for my dining room, and as my husband has grown tired of looking at photos and hearing about the difference between chrome and brushed nickel I’ve turned to the blog to express myself once again….:)

I want something different, something cool and something that will strike the right balance between my traditional round pedastal table and the ecclectic look I am trying to create.  All of the lights below caught my eye. 

Yes, there are safer choices in the marketplace, but I’m feeling the contemporary fixture and I’m gonna go for it. Everyone should mix it up.!! Tell me, would you try any of these beauties in your home??  I will post pics in before and after when I’m done.

Bocci

Sergei

Johnathan Adler

Circolo 6

Focault

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Hackers Rejoice!

Written by on 24th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 1 Comment

If you like DIY projects, then you have probably modified an inexpensive piece of something from Ikea.  Allow me to introduce you to your people….the website www.ikeahackers.net features DIY “Ikea hacks” from around the world that are hit and miss in terms of my taste but certainly inspiring to see all the creative hacking.  Check them out!

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Comparison Shopping

Written by on 19th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 1 Comment

A few people have commented and asked about the nickel pendant lights I chose for my sister’s coffee shop.  I found them at Rona. Check out this comparison the Rona light is $78 the other is from lampsplus.com and is $299.  Can you tell which is which?

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i so happy

Written by on 16th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 0 Comments

I got my iphone this weekend…thanks Chris!  How’d you like a stylish charger like this palm of your hand piece of art?  Look forward to my reviews of design apps and cool uses for my new toy.

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My Take

Written by on 13th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 0 Comments

 My process is usually to drool over some photos and then hit the streets (or the information highway) and find comparables so I can re-interpret the look.

I’m so inspired by the home in my post below (Ryan Brown) that I am sharing my ideas of where to get some of the elements.

Drapery Fabric from intermall.com

Mimosa - Chocolate

 Iconic dining room light Fixture from Chintz & Co.

Sergei

Collection of Frames IKEA

Ribba

Orchids (They’re fake shhhh) – Restoration Hardware

 

White Vases – West Elm

Carpet - Select Rugs Canada

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Flipping Out

Written by on 10th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 0 Comments

If you know me, you know I love Reality TV AND Design shows so when I found Bravo’s “Flipping Out” three years ago it was my instant fave. I thought I’d share some great shots of Ryan Brown’s LA Home from the LA Times. Jeff Lewis is the star of Flipping Out and Ryan is his ex-boyfriend slash ex-business partner…Ahh no shortage of the dramz but that’s reality TV! Delicious.

Anyway…Ryan’s house is an inspiration for me in terms of style and I am currently trying to incorporate some of his (and Jeff”s) ideas into my own re-design.  I’ll share some of Jeff”s designs soon! Notice the mixture of traditional and contemporary… enjoy!

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Updated – Ask Me

Written by on 9th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 1 Comment

Hooray for Kaelynn!

She took my advice and here is the compromise that she and her husband have made. Excellent choice! He got the TV and she got the entertainement unit. Well done!  See the ‘Ask Me’ section of this blog for her question and my shopping advice!

After

Before

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TEXTing

Written by on 8th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 0 Comments

Im obsessed with Text as Art…It’s not a new trend but I’m still loving it. Lots to choose from and a great DIY Project too.  Dont be surprised if I try it!!  The anthropologie chair below DID inspire a DIY chair project that I will tackle in February. Update on Jan 8th - if anyone is interested I just saw a very similar stretched canvas sign with Parisian routes and locations at Winners for $49.99

Pottery Barn

Restoration Hardware

anthropologie

Etsy

AllPosters.com

Chintz & Co Sid Dickens

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Seeing Red

Written by on 7th January 2011 in Blog POSTS with 0 Comments

My inspiration(s) are constantly changing. This week I want to bring red back into the sitting room. I love this Atlanta home’s use of red accessories without looking obvious.  Watch for updated photos of my sitting room where my husband and I just finished the floors and I am inspired to add red…hope it looks as cool as this.

Traditional Home

 

 

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Fabric Fanatic

Written by on 6th January 2011 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments

Lately Ive been craving bright bold shots of colour. Maybe it’s the weather but Ive been scouring the net for some fabrics that are sure to brighten up the gray-est January day. My guest bedroom is crying out for some colour!!

Fabric.com

Tonic Living

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