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Design Trend: Malachite

August 7, 2013

Ever since Pantone named Emerald Green as the 2013 color of the year we’ve seen this gorgeous shade of green everywhere. One of the classic renditions of emerald that has gained popularity in the home décor market over the past couple of years is Malachite. With a base of emerald green, malachite is a swirly mix of emerald, dark blue and black creating a random pattern that has lots of movement and depth. A malachite finish to me is best when paired with white, gold and black, and when combined with bold and vibrant colors.

In looking for some design ideas using malachite, I came across some great images and a really awesome diy project creating this finish. If you’re not already in love with emerald green or malachite, these photos just might change your mind.

This malachite console table is a stunning piece and really adds drama to this all white space.

Love these drapes!!!

And love the pop of magenta with the green.

Even a little touch of malachite in the form of a tray can make a statement, especially when it’s an easy diy project.

Malachite is a fairly traditional look but it pairs really well with more modern elements.

How about malachite fabric shades? Pretty chic!

The green malachite lamp is pretty hot and would be an easy DIY project.

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A malachite pillow…what a great way to add a little drama to a classic chair. Here’s a good source for malachite fabric at only $18 a yard!

There are so many ways you could add malachite to your décor but this Faux Malachite DIY Desk by Jenny from Little Green Notebook has to by my favorite.

Isn’t this just amazing! I can’t believe she achieved this finish with a little paint and paint brushes.

If you want to try your hand at DIYing here’s an easy how-to for a Malachite box.

I’m loving Malachite so much that I created an inspiration board using a Malachite pillow as the jumping off point.

Artwork / Pillow / Chaise / Rug / Tables / Vase / Lamp

While I don’t think malachite is for everyone, I do think that emerald green will be a color that has a lasting impact on fashion and décor.

Do you like malachite or is a simple pop of emerald more your style???

If you’d like help creating the home of your dreams, contact me about my design services.

Great Reads: New Books for the Library

August 6, 2013

I was down at the gift and furniture mart here in Atlanta last week and took a moment to stop by a few showrooms to check out some of the new design books coming out this fall. During the fall months, there are always a slew of new books being published which in turn means the UPS man will be stopping by once or twice.

I’m somewhat of a book snob and really don’t like to buy books unless I can take a sneak peek it be before hand. That’s one of the good things about have the mart here in Atlanta. While many of the books are in mock-up form I at least get to check out the cover and look at a few of the pages. The cover says a lot about a book and if it is mostly text heavy, and has little visual inspiration, it’s usually not at the top of my purchase list.

Anyhow, here are some of the books I was able to spy and I’ve noted the ones that will definitely be making their way to my home. All of these books are available for pre-order on Amazon so you too can start you book buying planning too! Enjoy and let me know which title(s) you’ll be adding to your bookshelf.

I am so excited that Mary Carol Garrity is coming out with a new book Nell Hill’s Rooms We Love. Like all of her books, this one is filled with beautiful images of comfortable, stylish rooms each with a distinct personality. Mary Carol, the owner of the specialty retail stores Nell Hill, shares her design tips, design approach and design tricks in this book. And you’ll get to look inside Mary Carol’s home which is a design dream. This one’s a definite!

p.s. All of the other Nell Hill titles are worth investing in too!

I hadn’t really followed the career and life of Aerin Lauder until I started seeing images of her home appear on Pinterest and saw this article on ElleDecor. Ever since them I’ve been in love with her style and her fashion sense. Her new book, Beauty at Home looks like it is going to be stunning and the cover alone should make you want to buy it. This one is getting added to my Christmas list!

Anything Veranda is worthy of a place on the bookshelf and I am definitely looking forward to reading this new title, The Art of Outdoor Living. This book looks like it will provide a photo tour of some of the most beautiful gardens and homes ever designs. Yes please, get here as soon as you can!

While Rachel Ashwell’s style is not totally in sync with mine, I am looking forward to reading Couture Prairie because it includes a tour of Round Top, Texas and the world-famous flea market that takes place there every year. I am also excited to get a look at Rachel’s home and see how you creates her signature style using flea market finds, salvage items and architectural treasures. I’m for sure getting this book and planning a trip to Round Top.

I love all things illustrations and know I will love this book filled with just for that reason. Fashion House is all about showcasing the interiors of design and fashion icons through hand-drawn images. When I can tap into my love of fashion and design I know I’ve found my happy place. On the Order List!

If you love beautiful illustrations too, you’ll also want to check out A Life of Style by Rebecca Moses. This book has been out for a few years but it one of my favorite design books of all times.

Suzanne Kasler is one of my favorite designers and just like her first book, Timeless Style is going to showcase her work from homes across the country. I’m looking forward to adding this classic design book to my library. On order!

I’ve never owned a Candice Olson design book before since I watch her shows and admire her style and design approach I’m looking forward to checking Everyday Elegance out. What I like most about Candice’s style is how elegant she can make a room look using simple and practical design ideas. I know the before and after photos of this book will offer up lots of design lessons. Another one added to the Christmas list.

And finally, while not a design book, I adore Ree Drummond so The Pioneer Woman Cooks a Year of Holidays is a must have book.

I’m a faithful viewer of the Pioneer Woman cooking show every Saturday morning and just love how easy and effortless Ree makes cooking look like. She is so down to earth and makes cooking look fun, which has even prompted a non-cooker like me to try a few of her dishes. And being from Oklahoma myself, I can’t help but love an Oklahoma gal!

So there you have it…what I’ll be reading this fall and winter?

Happy Reading!

Party Inspiration: Pink & Green

August 5, 2013

Cheers to Monday! I hope your weekend was good. My weekend was very productive. I spent a lot of time purging my magazine collection (only 20 more to go) and have lots of new inspiration photos to file way and new DIY projects to add to the to-do list. I also cleaned the carpet, started working on some new gift wrap inspiration and an easy fashion accessory DIY project which I’ll share with you later this week. With all the time I’ve spent indoors, I’m itching to go thrifting and the timing couldn’t be any better since the Scott’s Antique Market is this weekend.

One of the other things I did this weekend was to play around with some party theme ideas. Since summer is winding down I came up with a party theme using colors that are perfect for transitioning from summer to fall. Just in cast you want to have an impromptu gathering before summers over I hope this inspires you.

A little pink and green inspiration mixing feminine details with bohemian patterns and colors. Funky and Fun!

Here’s how you can get the look:

Linley Linens

Quadra Dinnerware

Rouge Flatware

Classique Glassware

Bali Jar Candle

Agua Fresca Beverage Server

Great White Tiered Stand

Paper Lanterns

Mariko Cocktail Napkin

Satin Ribbon

Let Me Be Your Personal Shopper

July 26, 2013

Happy Friday!

(better late than never)

I’ve been really good so far and have stayed away from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. In my prior life (when I lived in Seattle) I was so addicted to Nordstrom that I would actually take a vacation day on the first day of the sale just so I could go and shop it. While Nordstrom is still a great store and I do frequent it (best shoe department around), I’m not obsessed with it anymore. But, just because I haven’t visited the store in person doesn’t mean I haven’t checked out the Anniversary Sale online. And just because I may not be purchasing anything for myself doesn’t mean I can’t play the role of your personal shopper.

Come along as we do a little browsing and see what I’ve put on your shopping list…

Faux Leather Infinity Scarf Sale $39.90 reg. $60.00 (too darn cute)!!!

Vince Michela Boot Sale Sale $299.90 reg. $495.00

Vince Camuto Call of the Wild Bangle Sale $44.90 reg. $68.00 (adorable)!!!

Deux Lux Faux Fur Clutch Sale $44.90 reg. $68.00 (ok, so I might have added this to my shopping list too. Can’t beat that price)!!!

Halogen Print Pencil Skirt Sale $45.90 reg. $69.00

Mural Elongated Leather Bomber Jacket Sale $118.90 reg. $178.00

Olivia Moon Knit Blazer Sale $52.90 reg. $79.50 (yes, please)!!!

Donna Karan Cashmere Mist Body Lotion $98. (Yes this is a splurge but it is so worth it! Just so happens to be my signature scent)

Voluspa Two Wick Candle Trio $29.50 $48 value (think holiday gifts)

Wasn’t that fun. Us shopping together and me spending your money??? The sale ends August 5th so let me know if there is anything else you want to add to your shopping list.

Cheers!

p.s. It’s a great time to stock up on Spanx too!

photo source: Nordstrom

The Impact Pinterest Has Had on Me!

July 25, 2013

I must admit I spend a lot of time on Pinterest. Yes, I use Pinterest when I need to take a break from the computer or when I bored with TV in the evening, and I’ve been known to pin a lot when I’m the passenger on one of our road trips. But Pinterest is also an online tool that serves are a source of inspiration for me, a resource library of design ideas, a personal coach that motivates me and a business tool that I use for marketing.

The INSPIRATION comes from all the amazing room images that helps me focus on a design concept, gives me a starting point for an entertaining idea or leads me to a product or resource that I can use.

Although this starburst mirror has been around for a while and is very popular, it took this image to really sell me on the idea of buying this piece for a dining room project I’m working on.

The IDEAS are endless on Pinterest and Pinterest allows me to see how an ordinary item can be transformed into something great with a little elbow grease and more often than not a little paint.

This image got me thinking about how I could turn a simple black mirror into an elegant wall décor statement. I love the addition of the gold inner rim and the embellished gold corners.

I have seen and admired these embossed metal pieces at Scott Antique Market every month and now I have an idea of how to use them.

This image has given me the idea of buying a super cheap silver-plated coffee service and spray painting it gold. Isn’t this set so chic!

My DESIGN LIBRARY is full of beautiful room images and DIY projects that will keep me inspired and creating for years to come, thanks to Pinterest.

I have a four-poster bed that I felt was dated and no longer useful but this picture gives me a different perspective.

The next time I working on an office space or trying to sell the attributes of a small space to a client, I can refer to this image and will definitely recommend a bold desk color, dark walls and an eclectic mix of art. So beautiful & captivating!

When I see images like this I am reminded that it’s the little details that make a space come together. I adore this wishbone and how it adds an unexpected touch to this coffee table vignette. I have one on order and you can order yours here.

No longer will I send a card in a plain envelope…I’ll put my DIY skills to work and will add a pretty piece of decorative paper to make my note really special. Here’s a tutorial I did on creating lined envelopes.

While it may seem like an unlikely SOURCE OF INSPIRATION, if you are like most people on Pinterest you have a board where you pin inspirational quotes. My Words of Wisdom board serves as a motivation coach, reminds me of what really matters in life and helps me set and go after my goals.

And finally, Pinterest has become a great BUSINESS TOOL and a way to promote my businesses and bring new followers to my blog.

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One of the things I’ve learned in my life is that inspiration can come from anywhere. Pinterest is one of my favorite social media tools and to me its much more than just a bunch of photos.

How has Pinterest impacted you??

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Workspaces, Made in the USA and Shopping the World

July 24, 2013

The other day I came across this photo of designer Kristin Albers office space and was captivated. I usually lean towards bold, fun colors in my work space but I really felt a connection with the monotone color palette. The space feels cozy and totally relaxing with a simple sophistication to it.

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In doing a little research about this office space I discovered that all the binders, which I originally thought had been wrapped in Kraft paper, were actually products made by a company right here in the USA.

Guided Products makes simple, durable, reusable and beautiful binders, folders, business cards, labels and iPad cases. And the company has a great business philosophy.

When I started looking for information on Kristin Alber I learned that she is pretty amazing designer and business woman. In 1999 Kristin and her husband founded the store Domestic Bliss in Mesa, Arizona and have since gone on to establish FOUND Design Co. a second store which sells a curated collection of home finds. Kristin is also the talent behind ReStyleSource.com which is a national guide to local shops and restaurants plus a blog featuring amazing content on interiors, DIY projects, fashion, food, entertaining and parties! You can read about RestyleSource here.

The Domestic Bliss store is one of most beautiful stores I’ve come across in a long time and I haven’t even seen it in person. The store is filled it with an amazing collection of vintage and new items and is expertly merchandised with lifestyle vignettes and creative displays. I could go on and on about this store but I’ll let these photos speak for themselves.

Here are a few images of the store decorated for Fall and Christmas….

Domestic Bliss also offer interior design services and creates beautiful spaces for their clients like these…

Such a great mix of patterns, colors, textures and finishes.

This home decorated in shades of white and cream is just stunning…

Wow, right?? So much goodness under one business umbrella.

We are planning a trip out west next year and I will definitely include Domestic Bliss on my list of places to check out.

For more inspiration you can find Found on Pinterest or you can visit them in person in Mesa.

FOUND by Domestic Bliss
166 W Main St

Mesa, AZ 85201

Open Tuesday thru Saturday

More images of Kristin’s work space can be found in the book Where Women Create Organization!

Be Inspired!