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Gift Wrap Inspiration: Paper Lace Band

During my recent trip to the CHA show I had the opportunity to see lots of really cool crafting machines.  One of the machines that stood out to me was the Fiskars AdvantEdge Punch cutting system.  I’ve seen this crafting machine in the stores for a few months but never really took the time to learn how it worked or what type…

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Inspiration {and a design tip}

source I love when I come across a room where the wall décor statement over the sofa is NOT your typical set of framed art pieces.  This wall décor arrangement is not only unique but creates so much visual interest. Design Tip:  Mixing mirrors and artwork is a great way to create a bold wall décor statement in your home. …

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Tips for Styling a Coffee Table

Styling bookcases and table surfaces are two of my favorite things to do and that often results in constant changes with my personal décor.  My coffee table décor is a great example.  I change the look on a frequent basis, switching out decorative elements, moving books around, adding flowers and re-working the arrangement.  While there are no set rules for decorating a coffee table, there…

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The Power of Accessories and Accent Furniture

I’m working on a design project that will involve some new pieces of furniture but the real changes that will take place in the home will come from the accessories and accent furniture we’ll be adding.  These two elements alone play a big role in giving a room its personality and building a strong design theme for a space. When I’m…

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Sun, Sand and Crafting

Hello there! Today I wanted to share my trip last week to the CHA show in Los Angeles.  I had an awesome time and it was the perfect new adventure to start the year off.  The Craft and Hobby Association show is like the super bowl of crafting.  All of the industries leading product manufacturers, designers and craft talents come…

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Inspiration {and a design tip}

Happy Sunday! I hope you’ve all had a fantastic weekend.    I’ve been laid up in bed for the good part of the last 5 days with the flu and no energy for blogging or anything else for that matter.  Thank goodness I’m finally feeling better despite a lingering cough and a voice that sounds very much like Barry White.  Since my…

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A Few Favorites from the HGTV Home Collection

I’m a fan of HGTV, the network and the magazine.  After touring the HGTV Home pop-up shop here in Atlanta last summer, I’ve been keeping tabs on the HGTV furniture collection to see what’s new. The collection of furniture and accent pieces are a compilation of the ideas and vision of the HGTV design talent that we see  on TV. …

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Fashion Focus: 2014 Jewelry Trends

One is good but two is better.  That’s my philosophy when it comes to jewelry.  I love buying it, wearing it and even decorating with it.  Just when I thought I might go a few months without buying a new piece of jewelry I did some research on the 2014 Jewelry Trends and now I’ve got the buying bug again. …

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