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NURSERY ART PRINTS
The nursery collection launched on in March and I couldn't be happier to have it almost complete. Over the course of about 2 weeks we found out that 8 close friends were pregnant, and then a few more joined the club a month later. I wanted to create gifts for the parents-to-be, and art is really the marriage of my two loves, interior and graphic design, so creating a collection of prints was a task close to my heart. I was inspired by stars, the moon, and dreaming. You can view the entire collection in our shop here.
SEPTEMBER ECO FRIENDLY FINDS
The changing of the seasons not only signals a change in wardrobe, but adjustments to your home as well. Think about it in the same way you would your wardrobe. Adding lush fabrics, texture and warmth can be easy if you start of small. A knit toss pillow, a wool throw, and some wooden accessories can cozy up a space, just like that. This month's favorites are a collection of small things you could add to your home to warm it up for fall. I just ordered #2 and I can't wait to snug it right onto the guest bed.
FAVORITE ECO-FRIENDLY FINDS: AUGUST EDITION
Starting this August I'm going to begin sharing my five favorite eco-friendly finds of each month. This month I focused on eco-friendly home decor. If there is a product you have been desperately trying to source, leave me a comment below, and I'll see if I can find something to suit your style needs for future posts!
FRAMED AGATE COLLECTION
We tend to gravitate toward collections in this home because we have 12' ceilings, which makes for a lot of ground wall to cover- and because collections inspire us. We've always loved going to museums and spending hours in the natural history wings, wandering through the dioramas and gazing at the fossils. When I saw what was hanging over the tub in this showhouse in Utah I knew exactly what we needed for our space.
Even though John loves agates and geodes, and I love pyrite- we selected agate slices to frame, because they were thin, yet colorful and would add dimension to space. I ordered my agates from Sonya Masur on Etsy. Check out her shop, she has so many great stones, and her agate coasters were perfect for this project. I tested out one agate in a frame prior to purchasing, because I did not want a shadow box frame. and they were thin enough to rest against the glass, and still get the back of the frame on, I did have to pop the rubber feet off the back of the coasters, but they came off without a snag.
To complete the look I taped a piece of biscuit colored card stock to the back of my mat, and because I ran out of double stick tape I used a fancy tape loop on the back of the agate. Simple place the agate in the center of the mat and put the frame back together. I used frames from Michael's Craft Store, I also used the same frames for this project. And I stuck with my favorite brand of metallic spray paint, Rustoleum universal metallic - but this time I got the hammered metal, in the rosemary finish, it has a great greenish silver color. It's from Home Depot.
CAMP THEMED NURSERY INSPIRATION
Remember this post about nursery inspiration? How could you forget, it was just last week. In case you are just joining us, I was really inspired by a paint by numbers mural I saw on Land of Nod's website. It was my jumping off point for this design. A good friend was having a baby boy and asked me to create a fun, unique space that could grow with their son.
NURSERY INSPIRATION
June must be the month for having babies. I have had quite a few friends who just celebrated their babe's first birthday, and a handful more that are due later this month. If you know me well you know babies terrify me- I never grew up having baby siblings, and I have never changed a diaper in my life. I think I am the only person in the world with babyphobia. I used to teach kindergartners, I can handle toddlers and small children, its just something about the unpredictability of a little human that strikes fear in my heart. But I LOVE designing nurseries, and play rooms. I recently designed a nursery for a good friend who is having a little boy later this month, here is where I drew some of my inspiration. I'll share my design board with you a bit later in the week!
I love the gold crib and draperies in this nursery. What a great idea to have a larger bed in the nursery in case you need/want to be close to your little one.
The simple owl print hung in an ornate frame above the crib really makes a statement in this space.
The backdrop of this nursery is all neutral with touches of green and coral in the accessories.
The rug in this room really sets the stage for a "world traveler" look, the map doesn't hurt either.
This green crib is perfect.
The paint by numbers mural in this room was a huge inspiration for me. I hope this room has a tee pee.
I love orange and pink for little girls, this room is fresh, and fun I loved the roman shade and window seat.
I imagine this room in a cozy New York apartment, I love that little felt cloud.
This neutral space is quite feminine, I really like how they incorporated texture to warm it up.
I was kind of dying over the antique crib in this room, and the gingham bed skirt just hit it home for me.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT BACKSPLASH
Add a touch of pattern
Try a natural touch like pebbles or bricks.
Mix it up with metal
Renting? Try painting a backsplash it’s affordable and far from permanent
*Note two of the images have a watermark so I know where they came from-- but the rest were saved on a file on my computer before Pinterest (how did we even live before Pinterest) If you know the source please send it to me, I'd love to be able to link them!
HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CHALKBOARD PAINT
I was at the craft store yesterday and saw a little bottle of chalkboard paint that cost $13.00 --excuse me-- that's more than we pay for Hulu and Netflix each month (aka how I get my Downton Abbey and Bachelor fix) So here I am to share my top secret chalkboard paint recipe with you. I love it because its so easy a child could make it, and you can use ANY color you can contrive! If I can convince John I might just paint an entire wall in my office to be my new chalk board inspiration wall.
Start with flat-finish latex paint in any shade. For small areas, mix 1 cup at a time. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container. Add 2 tablespoons of unsanded tile grout. Mix with a paint stirrer, carefully breaking up clumps. Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush to a primed or painted surface. Work in small sections, going over the same spot several times to ensure full, even coverage. Let dry. Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper, and wipe off dust. To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge.
Start with flat-finish latex paint in any shade. For small areas, mix 1 cup at a time. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container. Add 2 tablespoons of unsanded tile grout. Mix with a paint stirrer, carefully breaking up clumps. Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush to a primed or painted surface. Work in small sections, going over the same spot several times to ensure full, even coverage. Let dry. Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper, and wipe off dust. To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge.
PRIVATE RESIDENCE: COTTAGE KITCHEN
I have been working with great clients who have a 1940's cottage, and they are renovating their original kitchen. They wanted a clean, contemporary space that was reminiscent of the style of the home. They have been using vintage dishes because the plates from their new set won't fit in their cabinets! Their only design must-haves were simple, white cabinetry and stainless appliances. I love them already. Here is the design board I came up with for them. I am installing the project in mid Spring, and can't wait to share the finished product with you!
THANKSGIVING TABLE INSPIRATION
I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week, and whether your taste in tablescapes is subdued or sumptuous, get ready to give thanks in style. Check out this collection of photos of beautiful Thanksgiving table settings, centerpieces and accessories for ideas and inspiration.
HOW TO STYLE YOUR SOFA
One of my design pet peeves is when a homeowner buys a sofa, and it sits in their living room with the matching pillows that it came with. But I can sympathize, you take time selecting the perfect piece at the right price, and you have been convinced that that is how it is "supposed to look." It is hard fore many of my clients to see that it is okay to replace those pillows with some new ones that coordinate with their sofa and the decor in the room. In fact, many times you can just take off the cover that came with the pillow and purchase/make a new one. So here are a few tips on how to style your sofa.
Select a matching pair of pillows that are either 24 or 22 inches square to place on the far right and left of the sofa, I like to call these the "anchor" pillows. Work your way to the center with a set of slightly smaller square pillows.
Mix and match your fabrics, sofa upholstery and pillow fabrics should never be the same. If you have a solid fabric on your sofa use a print on your anchor pillows to ground other pillows, and vice versa. Limit patterned fabrics to one set of pillows per sofa.
I don't like to have more than 5 pillows on a sofa, I think it just gets too cluttered after that. If you want to add an odd shaped pillow to the mix to keep the look from feeling too symmetrical, include a smaller, rectangular pillow made from a third fabric that's different but coordinates.
I like to use down inserts rather than polyester inserts. They are more comfortable and better looking. If allergies are a problem, try high-quality, hypoallergenic down.When you fluff the pillows give the top a gentle karate chop, just to get the slight "v" shape. (its hard to do this with polyester filled pillows)
If you stick to those simple rules you will be headed in the right direction, and take it from me- as long as your sofa doesn't have built in cup holders, you'll be miles ahead of the curve.
Here are a few of the rule breakers and why its okay:
In this sofa they stacked the tallest pillows in the middle and the shortest on the edge. Its okay because the pillows on the ends are the same size and they alternated the color and patterned pillows.
HIGH POINT FAVORITES
I finally got around to unloading my ipad and phone of all the shots I snapped at High Point. Here are some of my favorites.I had so much fun, my feet were killing me, but it was all worth it. There was so much inspiration, and I was able to source a lot of things for current projects.
I love this bed, I'd even take it in the display size
This carved lamp was so gorgeous in person, the finish was amazing and they had the perfect cream linen shade to top it off.
These framed intaglios were a highlight for me. We saw them at quite a few showrooms and I think they look so sharp framed in the gold with the detail on the edge of the mat.
I not only love the shape of this nightstand, but the hardware was perfect. I am a sucker for a great tassel or ring pull and these were the perfect addition to this feminine silhouette.
This pillow was one of my favorites at market, I've seen this detail done on pillows before but these guys did them so well. If there was a heaven for pillows you'd see it below.
The re-CYCLER had all these great bikes hanging on display, I thought it was so funky.
Love this finish.
This table is one solid piece of carved stone, beautiful! I also loved the cabinet behind it.
EXCITING NEWS
I am excited to announce I have joined Opal Design Group as one of their new interior designers! I have been working with the ladies at Opal for over a month now so I thought I'd share the great news with you.
I love the versatility that joining the team has offered to me and my clients. I am designing locally in Sun Valley, Idaho, and the surrounding areas. If you aren't local I am also taking e-design clients. E-design offers you the option of having an interior designer assist you with your space at your own pace. Check out the details here.
If you are in the Salt Lake area I would love to meet you at the Home and Garden Show, October 12-14. I will be at the Opal Booth offering free design consultations. Please bring your design quandaries! If you are interested in becoming a client please send me an email!
I love the versatility that joining the team has offered to me and my clients. I am designing locally in Sun Valley, Idaho, and the surrounding areas. If you aren't local I am also taking e-design clients. E-design offers you the option of having an interior designer assist you with your space at your own pace. Check out the details here.
If you are in the Salt Lake area I would love to meet you at the Home and Garden Show, October 12-14. I will be at the Opal Booth offering free design consultations. Please bring your design quandaries! If you are interested in becoming a client please send me an email!
If you plan on coming be sure to get this great groupon discount before it ends!
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