Blue and Theory

If you need a dose of color then look no further! Blue and Theory, the design portfolio of graphic designer and illustratior Kate Byrne out of NY is filled with fun colors, original hand drawn fonts and graphics to make you smile. I think her surface patterns are the best, I mean, look at that color. Boom. I have been toying with the idea of creating a geometric something or other similar to the one below, now I'm even more excited to get out my paint! And check out her tumblr for even more color fun, simply loving this skateboard deck!

photos via blue and theory

An idea

Its been a long weekend filled with trips to the pharmacy and lots and lots of cough medicine, but thankfully the husband and I are almost 100% back to normal. I've just got an annoying cough and stuffy nose. I was able to sit in on a few vegan cooking demos at the World Veg Festival yesterday that was luckily right down the street, and on my birthday! The husband even treated me to a special serving of pomegranate and dark chocolate soy ice cream, a gossip magazine and a lovely bunch of purple flowers {my favorite color}.

Anyway, it has been a while since I've been in the crafting mood and it seems this little illustration from Angela & Ithyle always turns it around for me, so I thought I would share. Sometimes you just have to sit back and let inspiration come to you, and I think this has worked its magic once more. I've got a slue of crafty projects waiting to be started/finished/drawn up, might as well start on something and see where it takes me.

photo via angela & ithyle

How Kapow!

Never one to shy away from colorful decor the second I found How Kapow I was in love. Run by husband and wife team, Rog and Cat are not only an adorable couple, they have a fantastic eye for curating the most colorful and unique items, I just wish they were here in the US! I am a big fan of incorporating elements of personal style, and what really says dog lover then an adorable pink chihuahua pillow? Be sure to stop by their blog as well for even more quirky and colorful inspiration as well as new shop items.

photos via how kapow

Mother nature at its finest

Do you ever just sit and ponder?  I love to sit and watch the world go by me, there are so many fascinating things to take in, from people to adorable pups, flowers and fantastically colored animals, there is always something wonderful to take in, like this amazingly detailed image from one seriously patient photographer.  Taken in Costa Rica, this hummingbird has such fine details you would think it was fake.  I love all the purples, greens and blues in the feather details... and I've always thought when all else fails, follow mother nature.  You can find lovely color combinations in every natural aspect of life, where do you gather your color inspiration from?

photo via no1chrism

Reminds me of this dramatic bedroom.  Using deep purples, blues and pale yellow the room feels luxurious and glamours yet still natural.  

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Have you heard?

If you follow me on Twitter, then you have probably heard me raving about using Pinterest, an online cataloging of sorts.  I simply love it!  Its such a fun way of viewing fabulous images all while still being able to click for more details from where the photo originated from.  Being a highly visual person, I am like a kid in a candy store with this site.  I just started my very own pin board on Friday, and I am already addicted.  Do you use Pinterest?  I love that you can categorize everything, it makes the uber organized side of me calm down a little!  So stop on by for a little dose of daily prettyness, and let me know if you have a Pinterest board, I would love to see your inspiration friends!

Blog love: PS I made this

I love blogs.  Not only is it a way to get into other people's heads and get inspired by people from across the world, most blogs are darn good looking.  I stumbled upon PS I made this this morning, and whoa, get ready to fill your DIY cravings.  Writer Erica Domesek has put together tons of fun and simple DIY projects and inspiration boards that will surly make you want to pull out some scissors and make something.  People are liking her work so much, she even has a book!  And I simply love her motto, "I see it, I like it, I make it".

photos via ps i made this 

Beautiful inspiration

I don't know about you, but whenever I get free time, I love to click through photo after photo of beautiful interiors, nature and fashion.  There is something so calming in just perusing the beautifulness of a home or garden.  Sometimes its the softness of a white and charming room, other times, the more color the merrier.

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Mixing the country charm of white washed floors and dresser with the acrylic accessories and ghost chair simply make me happy.  When people ask what my favorite style is, well, here you go.  

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Now this is a lovely child or guest room.  The large pendants create a major focal point for the room and break up all the blue.  Love it!

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Now how about some color?  Spring sure is here in this room.  There is something so warm and inviting about this space, color is your friend.

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When we were first looking for places in L.A, this was about the size of most of what we were seeing.  Seriously.  I even looked at a place that didn't have a bathroom inside the apartment!  Anyway, this is a great way to use all your possible space.  So many people forget to go vertical when it comes to storage too.

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Again with the white washing.  Can't help it, there is just so many beautiful things about it.  With a soft color palette, this room creates a cozy feel with low furniture and pillow cushions as chairs.

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Oh exteriors, how they are so often forgotten.  How fantastic is this orange door mixed with the blue walls!  And that iron work at the top, such detail.  By keeping it a lighter color, it gives depth to the front and detail to guests as they walk up.  And speaking of exteriors, this magenta and purple duo sure does pack a punch.  

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Lovely decor inspiration

Time for a little glimpse into some lovely decor.

While white may be a difficult hue to pull off with a family or a four legged friend, I still love it.  With everything white, it gives the illusion of being bigger as well.  And of course, pops of color are a must!  If you are painting a room white, be sure to pick the right color!  There is no such thing as plain white, I find the best to use against artwork is a white with brown/grey undertones.  

Now that spring has sprung, I can't stop looking at images of beautifully and well thought out tabletops.  For your next gathering, why not try something with a color theme and give your eyes a treat.  Fresh florals, place settings and a few candles and glasses and you have yourself a party.

I simply adore over sized mirrors that are placed on the floor.  And the more ornate the frame the better.  Mixing the modern table like this one from Knoll and the traditional style of the frame make this room so enticing.

Now if only I can find a latter that good looking.  A great way to showcase items as well as give an open feeling to a corner.

From the teal and yellow, to the chalkboard and cake stand, this kitchen is so inviting.  Just goes to show you don't have to spend a ton to get a great look.

How fantastic is this bathroom!  The soft white against the slate is the perfect way to give your room a womanly feel yet any man will still feel totally comfortable. I once walked into a clients master bathroom that was, no joke, wall to wall pink carpet with every single wall, closet doors included, in a hot pink stripe wallpaper.  

And last but not least, a perfect way to use a space that would typically collect dust.  Entry ways are often overlooked in the do it yourself design world.  Here, the use of floating shelving gives added storage, because lets face it, who doesn't need extra storage!  I also love the softness of the light charcoal color mixed with the rose tones.

So who's ready to redecorate their place!  I know I want to.

Tumblr Thursday

Today's Tumblr Thursday is just oozing with colorful inspiration, now all I want to do is re-design my place!  Hope you enjoy and it gets your creative juices flowing.

all photos via Tumblr.  Please click each photo for the link.