Archive for August 2012
color inspiration…
Yesterday my husband came home with some flowers. They were gorgeous. I started taking some pictures because the colors are incredible. The photographs don’t do them justice. Inspiration can come from anywhere, nature being one of my favorite sources. I’d love a rug with these colors in it. This color palette could work in a…
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my sidelights need some help…
My home was built in the 1950’s. The style is definitely traditional, minus one area. The sidelights surrounding my front door are traditional but the glass panels are not. The glass in these panels are ribbed and don’t match the style of the rest of the house. We made so many changes to the front…
Read Moremore on rugs…
So my rug shopping is not complete. I have two, possibly three other spaces that could use a rug. My mudroom is bare and will need something but I’m still in the middle of putting this room together. The new guest room has bare floors as well. I want bright colors, warm and cheery. Nothing…
Read Morepve designs giveaway…
As I was browsing through the Internet a while back I came across some sketches and instantly fell in love. The style of drawing was so inviting and personalized. I love hand drawn illustrations. I wished I could draw better. Instead I will live vicariously through Patricia of pve designs‘ lovely work… Visit the shop or…
Read Moreaugust thank you…
I’d like to thank all my sponsors today. Please go for a visit and check out what they have to offer! {1} Brightsides Designs {2} Pixelimpress {3} Chic Shelf Paper {4} The Felt Pod {5} Quote the Walls {6} PVE Designs {7} Royal Design Studio {8} Fridge Coaster {9} Designed Beginnings {10} U-Stripe-It
Read Morewe bought a rug…
Since our family room is now complete the first layer of decoration has been added. We bought a rug. I knew I wanted neutral. This room will eventually be filled with lots of fabric in the form of pillows and accessories. Choosing a neutral rug keeps you from limiting color choices. I also knew I…
Read Morefield trip to IKEA…
Yesterday was an IKEA day. We were there for the sole purpose of getting one particular item (more on that later). IKEA is like Target, you walk in needing one thing and walk out with much more than that. Besides that one item, I did walk out with some ideas. I also loved my three…
Read Moreand now it's done…
I’ve posted many pictures showing the progress of my built ins. First they were a concept, they then started to go up, then they were up and paper was added to the back. Then they were styled and now the finishing touch has been added… I don’t like to say that the television makes the…
Read Morethis one is for me…
I’ve seen numerous posts and pins about using a Sharpie pen on ceramic, then baking it in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. This project appeals to me in so many ways. The main reason has to be that as a graphic designer, I’ve always had Sharpies around. It has been my…
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