Head on over to savemysofa.com for removable covers tailored to fit any IKEA sofa. This is an easy and budget friendly way to revamp your space!
Monday, August 31
IKEA rut?
my muse, my aunt Susan Gutfreund
{a photo from her apartment in NYC}
"I recycle old curtains. Cotton can be a toxic material to produce, so I'll take clients' curtains out of storage — I've even bought boxes of them at auction — and re-dye them, re-hem them, re-do the pleating, change the trim. If there's water damage or staining, I just dye them a darker color." —SUSAN GUTFREUND{Quote written by House Beautiful magazine on ways designers are going 'green'}
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60's style
While researching 1960's Interiors here, I found some awesome images from the Practical Encyclopedia of Good Decorating and Home Improvement. The 60's must have been a blast, the fashion from the 60's is out of control (in a good way) and from what I have gathered the interiors were fabulous as well. The use of color is so bold and exciting. I would love to have done house tours back then! Imagine the fun! I think being a set decorator for a tv show or movie set in the 60's would be a definite DREAM PROJECT!
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Parisian Style Decorating
As you have probably guess I LOVE PARIS and I love seeing pretty Paris interiors. They are always so luxurious. They totally make me happy! Better Homes and Gardens UK has a great website for all types of decor styles. You can get inspiration from any or all cities overseas and bring the influence to your own home. Check out their site and see what you can discover! Here are the ones that I adore!
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Sunday, August 30
Book Club
Anyone who knows me well KNOWS that I love kelly wearstler. She has been my design idol ever since the first day I visited Santa Monica and saw the Viceroy hotel. At my first job in LA, I actually got to meet her and I felt like I had met the president of the United States. This woman is incredible. Her designs are FANTASTIC, too! Her latest book, HUE, doesn't come out for a bit but I am on the waiting list, to get on the pre-order list because I cant stop daydreaming about what might actually be in it. (Hopefully some images of her home) It will feed me more than you know! I can hardly contain my excitement!!!!
OWL LOVE
I found this image over at MADEBYGIRL. I love it so much....but its sold out. bummer! I need one so bad, in fact i need it on a pillow for my bed! ok, mission!
Friday, August 28
i heart bookshelves
*Image via xJavierx
I have this rockin bookshelf from IKEA...and this photo is an inspiration of what I am looking to achieve!
and now for more FUN inspiring images from xJAVIERx @ Flikr.com
YOU GOTTA SEE THIS!!! Fashion meets home.
Eileen Kathryn Boyd of EKB Interiors is on of my design IDOLS and her site is an amazing array of inspirational designs. She has great advice as well, I would love if she wrote a book. Now before you rush over to her blog, check out some of her design tips. Also, a link is posted below for a live video of some of her best insider tips and tricks on mixing fashion into your home! Enjoy!
Design Tips
DO start a reference file of inspiring pieces for the room you want to decorate.
DO use jazzy fabrics on pillows and ottomans that can be easily changed out according to season.
DON'T be afraid to use a strong color on the walls. Paint is the least expensive way to totally change a room's appearance.
DO avoid using floral fabrics on sofas—unless you know you'll never tire of it. Try and keep to solids and small geometrics.
DO consider the lighting effects in the room. Will there be an influence of natural light? Will you need ceiling lighting or will lamplight be enough?
DO keep your vision clear—you can be easily seduced in other directions.
DON'T use a rug that's too small—the furniture will appear to hang off of it, making the room appear smaller.
DO beware of scale and proportion and how all the elements come into play.
DON'T forget to break some rules and most importantly to have fun with it!
Thursday, August 27
ANNA SUI LIVING
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Immediately run out and get your copy of the latest ELLE DECOR. Or head over to their website to check out the write-up on fashion legend ANNA SUI. She is one of my most favorite fashion designers (i LOVE purple and black too). She also gives tips on chic entertaining! I am crazy about her unabashed style!
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HELLO YELLOW!
Right now I am loving me some yellow! I happened to stumble upon this picture from the lovely Bryn Alexandra's blog. It's one of my most favorite reads and I am absolutely crazy about this photo. Super inspirational! The frames on the wall are exactly like the ones at IKEA. Talk about creativity, anyone can do this in their home too.
Inspriational Home Offices
I don't know why but now that I have branched out on my own and started my very own business, I can't help but be obsessed with home office spaces. These are a few modern ones that sparked my interest for creating my very own. I am loving the ones that I see and I NEED to see more immidiately!!!!!
*Images courtesy of Living Etc.
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DESIGN IDOL: TURQUOISE
I AM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS INSPIRATION BOARD! It's by none other than the founder of TURQUOISE! Turquoise LA is absolutely one of my most favorite blogs. Vanessa De Vargas is THE woman to watch for all things, style, design, furniture, innovation, etc. I love that she has the same passion that I do for vintage antique furniture. She also has created a designers networking event that I cannot wait to attend. She is brilliant! I can't wait to check out her space.
Check her out here!
Here are some images of her (in my opinion) AMAZING work!!!
Tuesday, August 25
Style Idol: Victoria Beckham
This woman is a rockstar. I am so loving this look right now. I need these bags in my life PRONTO!
*Images courtesy of jessicastyle
last night i dreamt of Paris!
Oh, it was such an incredible dream. I can't wait for the day that I get to rummage the beautiful boutiques of France to my hearts content. In the meantime I have been rummaging the adorable Paris Apartment blog to fill my hearts thirst for all things 'french'. oh la la!
*delicious images courtesy of Paris Apartment
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