SALE ALERT

Check it out!  This beautiful button tufted, wingback headboard is on sale for HALF OFF!  I already have a headboard I love but am tempted to buy this one too!?  It's in a lovely natural linen that will go with just about any décor!  It's on sale right now for $154 for a queen headboard and $166 for a king headboard (PLUS FREE SHIPPING!).  I don't know about you, but have any of you tried to do a DIY tufted headboard??  You'd be coming in to close to the same price but with none of the headache of getting each of those tufts just right!  Check out the sale here. Trust me, if you in the market, this is a STEAL!!!!  Happy shopping!

One Design Rule You Should Break

Gone are the days of matchy-matchy finishes in one space or even in an entire residence.  Old school wisdom tells you not to mix metals but I see no reason why silver, gold, bronze, brass and copper cannot beautifully co-exist in a space.  You see it everywhere from fashion to interior design and people who are breaking this rule are creating beautiful interiors. I'm sure whoever came up with the rule of not mixing your metals is probably rolling over in their grave at this notion, but today, we are throwing out this rule and giving you tips on how to successfully mix and match metals in your home. 

TIP #1:  DON'T LET ONE METAL TONE DOMINATE
     If 90% of your room is in silver and only one or two items are in a gold tone they may seem a bit out of place.  Even the playing field and scatter various metals throughout the space and you will achieve a more timeless, collected look rather than looking like your trying too hard.

TIP #2: USE YOUR COLOR SCHEME
     Use your color scheme as a guide.  In a neutral room you can use gold tones  to add warmth and comfort or use polished silvers to give it a more modern feel. 

TIP #3: SELECT METALS TO COMPLIMENT YOUR EXISTING FURNITURE
     If your furniture already has chrome play it up with accents of gold or bronze and a few silver accessories.

TIP #4: CHOOSE A DOMINATE METAL
     I know what you're thinking..."didn't you JUST tell me not to pick a dominate metal?"  Yes, yes I did.  I'm not crazy though, this tip is for those who may not be ready to jump in and just want to get their feet wet.  If you're still not sure about mixing metals then start with picking a dominate metal and mixing textures and finishes.  For example, mix polished silver with a brushed or hammered silver or pewter.

Don't be afraid to try new things and mix and match!  I'd love to hear your opinion on mixing metals or if you have any questions about how to do it successfully!  Happy mixing!

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New Year, New Trends!

Hello? Tap, tap, tap...is this thing on? Did 2012 really just come to an end and the first week of 2013 too? Where does time go!?  Well dear friends, I'm so sorry to have abandoned you as I graciously took my maternity leave...for six months. :)  I have thoroughly enjoyed being home with our precious baby girl while learning to be a mom, but as it always does, reality is calling me back and now I think I'm ready to welcome it with open arms.  I have missed so much over the last few months that I don't even know where to begin!  So if any of you have ideas of things you would like to see or design questions you want answered, shoot me an email and I will try to incorporate it into the weekly posts.  For now, I'll just give you a heads up on trends to look for for 2013. 

This year I think we will continue to be surrounded by color, but perhaps with more deep and saturated hues than what we saw in 2012.  The Pantone color for 2013 is emerald green which to me screams jewel tones.  We will also see warm modern vintage interiors {sounds like an oxymoron I know, but it's not ;)}, photo-realistic fabrics, lots of high gloss and shine, and modern/painterly florals in fabrics and wall coverings. In fashion week for Spring/Summer 2013 there were an abundance of stripes used so I wouldn't be surprised if you also see that flowing into your interiors this year as well.  But hey, who doesn't love a good stripe and it's a great way to create movement in any space! So there you have it, my two cents on what to look for this coming year. :)

I know I am looking forward to the new experiences, new clients and new friends that this year will bring and couldn't be more excited to see what it has in store for me! And I can't wait to watch this cute girl learn and grow!

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Timeless Trend

Trends in interior design always come and go, but there are a few trends that are timeless.  One of these is tufted upholstery.  I'll admit, I'm a sucker when it comes to tufting!  Can you go overboard with it? Definitely!  Your home does not need to look like puffy marshmallows threw up all over it.  But a piece here and there can add interest and texture to any space.  One thing I love about this timeless trend is that it transcends all styles.  It works perfectly in traditional spaces, contemporary/modern styles or as a transitional piece.  If you are using tufted upholstery in the right way you can't go wrong!  Just remember to use it sparingly.  For example, if you have a tufted sofa in your living room you do not want to have tufted chairs, pillows, and/or ottomans (especially if they sit right next to each other in the space).  If you have a couple of tufted pieces in one room make sure they are spread out and not grouped together.  Here are some of my favorite examples of tufted upholstery:

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Color Blocking Your Interiors

Unless you live under a rock you probably know that color blocking is the big thing this Fall in fashion.    And perhaps you have embraced it head on or maybe you're a little like me and are a bit timid about pulling off some of those looks.  Whether or not the fashion trend has hit your closet yet maybe it is time for you to throw out those neutrals in your home and add some color back into your life!  That's right! It's time to color block your interiors!  You can either go full blown color blocking or with just a little paint and throw pillows, you can make a subtle transition that will be easy to change out down the road.  Are you nervous yet? Well don't be; here are few tips and tricks to successfully going bold with color.  First, to get a more harmonious look choose colors (or tints) that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel (ie. yellow and orange-yellow, or blue and aqua).  If you want to go more bold with you color then choose those that are opposite each other on the color wheel (blue and orange or yellow and purple).  To keep it easy to choose your color scheme, try to stick with just two or three colors.  Next, avoid prints.  Solid blocks of color are the trick to successful color blocking.  Last, just as in fashion, use neutrals to compliment and balance your color.  This way you have a nice balance throughout your space and it makes it a bit easier on the eyes.  Although these are just a few tips to help get you going in the right direction, the most important tip to remember is to just have fun, get creative and recover everything yellow and gray in your house and spice things up a bit!

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