INSPIRED MONDAYS: Books

Hi everyone! How was your weekend? Did you get out and enjoy some Spring like weather?

It was really fun celebrating the Springtime flowers last week and hopefully you’re inspired to get out and work in your garden!  But, if the rain (or snow) is still falling where you live, maybe you can curl up with a good book – about gardening!   I found this great quote and wanted to share it with you since we will be bringing you some gorgeous ideas for home libraries and decorating with books this week!

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Do you have a special place in your home for your collection of books and magazines?
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INSPIRED MONDAY: Flowers

Hi everyone! How was your weekend? I don’t know about where you live, but here in Portland, we have had a mix of rain and sun that has brought on fresh Springtime blooms. Bright spots on the landscape – vibrant yellows of the daffodil, purple tones from the sweet crocus and deep blues and pinks courtesy of the hyacinth! Color is coming back to our rainy city, so this week we celebrate the beauty of flowers! Their magnificence has inspired fabrics, paint colors, furniture design and entire rooms! Stay tuned as we give you tips on arranging the perfect Spring bouquet and even ideas on planting your own flower garden!

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INSPIRED MONDAYS: Believe in Magic

Hi everyone! Hope your weekend was just lovely. We had moments of glorious sunshine here in Portland and very mild temperatures! I loved it! Spring is just around the corner! As we watch flowers unfurl and trees blossom, I can’t help but find this time of year magical, don’t you?

This week we will be celebrating magic and how we can bring it into our homes – especially into our children’s rooms! Gorgeous pastel color palettes, secret reading nooks and enchanting nurseries! Are you ready to wave your decorating wand?

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Have a magical Monday!
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Inspired Mondays: Classy & Fabulous

Hi all! How was your weekend? Hope it was a good one!

It was fun exploring the home office last week! We deserve a beautiful place to do our work, don’t we? My office desk sure does get a workout, but I gotta say, the other “desk” in my home that gets plenty of attention is my vanity! A girl needs a gorgeous place to get ready and put on her face before stepping out into the world after all…

 

So, this week we will be focusing on a little glamor and the importance of a lovely vanity. Whether it’s a spot in your bathroom or a separate table, it shouldn’t be overlooked…

 

because you just have to agree with Coco Chanel that…

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Yes indeed! Have a FABULOUS Monday!

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INSPIRED MONDAYS: Determination

Hi friends! Hope you all had a fabulous weekend. Sometimes, in the middle of these rainy months, it can be hard to stay focused. I have to up the coffee intake and remember to be disciplined in all my endeavors. I love this quote!  It reminds me how lucky I am to love what I do; to have the passion to fuel my determination and drive. Stay inspired and you will find boundless energy to achieve your dreams!

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INSPIRED MONDAYS: Love x 2

Hi Everyone!  How is your Monday treating you?  We are busy here at the studio with so many exciting projects to work on.  I probably don’t have to remind you that Valentine’s day is tomorrow and our “LOVE” theme will continue throughout the week.   You’ll experience a gorgeous spread of dreamy, romantic bedrooms, enjoy a decadent recipe, and we’ll explore tips on creating stunning floral arrangements so you can celebrate all week long! Plenty of design LOVE to go around!

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We LOVE this simple but powerful statement over the bed.  A wonderful way to wake up every day!  

Have a beautiful week and do something special with someone you love.
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INSPIRED MONDAYS: Sharing your home

Hi everyone! We are back from the 2012 Las Vegas Home Furnishings Market and we are filled with inspiration. We will be sharing more in the coming weeks so stay tuned…

This week we are all about LOVE!

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Whether it’s a welcoming front door, filling the house with flowers or baking up fresh cookies, the things we do in our home are an expression of love.  In the coming week we will be exploring this theme with a round-up of heart warming ideas! What do you love doing for those that you share your home with?

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INSPIRED MONDAYS: Las Vegas Market

Hi everyone! We are deviating from our typical schedule a bit this week. Why? Well, we are off to MARKET in Las Vegas! So excited to find new inspiration and see the latest and greatest from a plethora of fabulous vendors! Stay posted as we share our finds from this expansive show of today’s most beautiful home furnishings and decor!

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Off we go! Have a wonderful start to your week.

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INSPIRED MONDAYS : Perfection

Hello there! Hope your weekend went well. A new week begins and I’m excited to get to work on my projects…but before I dig in, I wanted to share some thoughts on Perfection. Yes, the P word!

We often strive for the perfect life, the perfect body, the perfect relationships and of course, the perfect home! But let’s face it…perfection is overrated and rather unattainable.  Remember this, when decorating your own home. Even though we sometimes want our rooms to mirror those seen in glossy magazines, what we really desire is for our home to reflect us and all that we love…

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This week we will be celebrating the beauty of imperfection – the worn patina of old wood, a chipped but loved piece of pottery, a distressed mirror…you get the idea. Personality is way more important than perfection don’t you think?

Have a great start to your week!
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P.S. Check in tomorrow to learn about the serene and beautiful Japanese aesthetic of Wabi-sabi.

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INSPIRED MONDAYS : Creativity

Hello there. Hope your weekend was lovely.  It may be a holiday for some but I’m back at work and as promised, I am here to share some inspiration!

One of the most demanding and pleasurable aspects of being a designer is being creative! Our clients expect us to think outside the box, be inventive and ultimately share in the vision they have for their home – OR create one if they don’t have one! I love it! I am constantly challenged to be open and to go the extra mile to marry form and function.

But, my friends, I am here to tell you that YOU are creative too! I believe everyone is. Being creative doesn’t just mean you draw and paint. Being creative is about solving problems…with style! You can creatively organize your kitchen, rearrange your living room or hang your family photos! It’s all about just going for it and not being afraid of making a mistake.

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So what are you waiting for? Look around your home…where could you put your own creativity to work? Tomorrow, we will be sharing some fabulous ideas for hanging artwork and photos! Don’t miss it!

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