Tortola Ticking

In 2010 we did a keeping room for a lovely young family in NC.  What started off as a fairly neutral palette became fresh and bold with this Tortola Ticking rug by Dash and Albert.  The sea foam blue paint really popped against the molding and the kitchen's new white cabinets.

 

I was recently in a store that carried a variety of D&A runners, and I still think this one is my favorite!  

The Arteriors Home wood chandelier was selected to hang over the clients breakfast table connecting the keeping room and kitchen.  Large bay windows set behind the table were dressed in modern linen panels, fabric shown below.

Kelly Wearstler's Sea Urchin on linen  

We created this custom settee based off an inspiration page we pulled from a FLOR catalog.  The neutral fabric was chosen from a contract line because of its durable properties that would withstand the client's children and pets.  The pillows are China Seas Double Cross in Inca Gold fashioned in three sizes for character. 

What's your favorite Dash and Albert Rug?

Monday Office Dreams

Repinned from Belle Maison

Welcome Home: Foyers

 When you work hard or travel far, there's nothing better than coming home.  Design is about creating a feeling and an emotion.  When you walk through your door, your entry way should greet you with personality and a transition into comfort.  Drop your keys and leave your baggage at the door... Welcome Home.


Light & Airy from Pinterest 
I love how this designer carried the repetition of the wallpaper pattern through the ottoman fabric and the ceiling fixture.  Large windows are great and this pale palette is perfect for reflecting the natural light.

Sophistikat by FLOR

Love the console table, the art that draws your eye, the stacked orange boxes and of course these Flor Tiles.  I feel like this room is a wonderful summary of a graphic, bold, dramatic statement.

 Classic.  Pinned from The Lennoxx

A Georgian home entry way by Jill Goldberg of Hudson Interiors.

Foyer by Lauren Leiss of Pure Style Home

This foyer has served as great inspiration for many projects because of the amazing flow and placement of artwork.  The pendant and orange door are great too!

 

Pinned from Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 

This Burlington home was transformed into a resort-worthy hall for Tommy Bahama's Road to Canberra collection by Lexington Home Brands.  I was lucky enough to help style this week long shoot while freelancing last year in North Carolina.

Color Changes Everything

I can't help but feel an itch for spring with Target's NEW Color Changes Everything commercial.  What makes you wish for warm weather?

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This playful bar cart paints the picture of spring with lemon soda, daffodils and pastel ping pong balls.  If this tasteful green trellis wallpaper doesn't evoke the perfect southern parlor I don't know what does.  Photo from Isabella & Max Rooms blogspot.

Tory Burch Coral Sandals

Shark Pups blogspot

 Breakers Barstool from Lily Pulitzer Home.         Arches fabric Tory Burch for Schumacher.

 

Hold tight girls, spring is just around the corner!  Bring on the color!  - XXO

Happy Valentines Day

Amelia Lyon Photography

The real lover is the man who can thrill you by kissing your forehead.

- Marilyn Monroe

Vogue

I'm looking for love.  Real love.  

Ridiculous, inconvenient, consuming, can't-live-without-each-other love.  

- Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City.

 

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Sugarboo Designs

E. E. Cummings.  This has always been a favorite of mine at High Point Market.

The Glitter Guide on Tumblr

Celebrate in Style.  Happy Valentines Day-  XXO

A Valentines Inspired Buffet

 

Last weekend I hosted a dinner party and used these long stem Pink Carnation vases as my centerpiece.  This week, they've inspired me to create a Valentines themed vignette.  

 

I love using flowers that are all one color or similar in color to make arrangements.  I've also found I like the strong contrast of pink or red against a real masculine blue.

 

I used a coastal white lantern and modern vase to balance out the rustic feel of the Regina Andrew table lamps.  The "Lovely" burlap bunting is something I've had inspired by Etsy. - XXO

Weekend Brunch: Sweet Potato Birds Nest's

1.  Add egg white to 1 1/2 cups of shredded sweet potato.  Season as desired.
2.  Press mixture around the outside of baking cups, leaving a pocket in the center.  
3.  Bake at 375 until sweet potato turns crisp.  
4.  Remove from oven and crack one egg into each of the nests.
5.  Bake eggs until cooked as desired.