A crafty space

The photo may be a little blurry but you get the gist of how this could be an organized persons dream crafting space. Oh how I wish I could have a few shelves that look like this instead of all my gear stored up in toolboxes, totes and bags.

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Welcome to my home

Its been a while since I invited you in and figured now that we have been here for very close to one year, I'd better get on in. Besides, its been this way for a while now so who knows when its going to change...my bet is sometime soon. As you can tell, I have a huge love for flowers and the color purple, its always been one of my favorite colors and I'm finding that its turning up in different hues all over the house. It may seem a bit strange, but one of my favorite items we have is this vintage record/8 track/radio/fireplace thing we got from a family friend. The husband wired it up so we can also run the computer and dvd sound through it, such a fun entertainment center! I've been meaning to change its exterior just haven't found the right solution yet...any ideas?

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Adult friendly kiddie spaces

When you think of children's rooms you very rarely end up with a minimal look in mind but these spaces created by Lily Z Design mixes the perfect amount of color and function that would work for anyone, adults included. It seems many new parents are struggling giving up their adult spaces for those brightly colored plastic toys and themed everything, but not here. I love the use of natural woods and color schemes that don't give you a head ache, just because you have little ones running around doesn't mean you need to give up your style! I am also a huge fan of hanging partitions, it not only creates additional space within a room but it also gives you a way to close of a bit of space if you don't want to see the clutter. A win win in my book!

photos via lily z design

Made a Mano

I'm just loving these amazingly detailed tiles from Made a Mano they are somehow both traditional and modern, I wouldn't mind any of these gorgeous hand painted and silk screened tiles in my home. I think my favorite is this photo below of the collage of tiles, the color palette is perfect for my tastes and the different patterns are the perfect focal point don't you think? Tile is often over looked but if you ask me they are the perfect way to bring your personality and color into any space.

found on design crisis, photos via made a mono

Tracery Interiors

Proving that a well thought out design will last years, this Southern Living 2009 Idea House designed by the creatives at Tracery Interiors not only created a space that fits the beach like atmosphere but also created a home that feels modern and relaxing. I just love the color scheme that was used and how fabulous is that bedroom with the sliding yellow barn door.

photos via tracery interiors

Teeny tiny spaces

Over the years of apartment hunting I have seen a fair share of interesting small spaces, like the one that had the bathroom across the building's public hallway and had a padlock or the one bedroom that fit a full sized bed-as in it was 3 inches bigger then the bed itself, but this tiny space is just lovely don't you think?  While the bedroom area is a bit cramped, the light is amazing and the styling is perfect.  Located in Sweden, this studio loft is brilliantly laid out, as long as you don't cook anything with lingering odors.  Mixing original architectural moldings and modern materials, its the perfect blend.  Keeping the decor so minimal and clean gives the space an even bigger feel too.

photos via stadshem

Eye candy

I am always a fan of interesting wall installations in homes, and this shutter wall is simply gorgeous.  Created by one crafty DIY couple Laura and Dan of Olive and love, this wall was definitely a labor of love.   I love the color combinations and  having different sizes both vertically and horizontally really adds to the punch.  Be sure to check out the process of how the wall came to be here.

photos via olive and love

And speaking of fantastic wall coverings, have you seen this reclaimed wooden wall over on Design*Sponge?  Its crazy fun.  3 days and $130 later, one Dallas couple was able to transform their rather large wall from boring to fabulous.  They even managed to get every piece of wood all in one stop, talk about luck!  From barns to school gym floors, they have an eclectic collection that sure is eye catching.

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Hillary Thomas Design

I don't know about you, but when it comes to home decor and design, I always try to add a splash of unexpected color, whether its in a bright rug or colorful pillow, adding new crisp seasonal colors to your normal decor is a great way of changing things up without breaking the bank.  And the portfolio of Hillary Thomas Design is full of wonderful colors and accessories.  Los Angeles based designer Hillary brings fun elements into her rooms, I'm just loving those teal drawers, and those over sized photos sure bring the focal point right up to the walls.  Be sure to checkout the rest of Hillary Thomas' portfolio and if you just love her style, she also offers online designing as well as a small curated shop and blog.

photos via hillary thomas design 

Stylist, Camille Soulayrol

I came across French stylist Camille Soulayrol and fell in love with her home styling right away.  She uses fantastic textures, colors and materials to create homey looks with a touch of glamor.

As a vegetarian, these are a set of antlers I could get behind!  The use of natural woods and fibers, this room would make for a perfect reading spot.  And how lovely is the wooden wainscoting!  I love the natural look, the wood grain is amazing.

I have had a thing with over sized letters lately, and this e would be a fun addition.  How do you feel about using the alphabet and symbols as decor?  I think as long as it doesn't go overboard, why not. 

Wooden ring wall!  Every year I always grab a few rings from the Christmas tree lot that they are throwing away anyway.  This would be a wonderful way of using the holiday scrap wood, as long as it was treated of course!

And for the holiday's this would be so fun in lieu of a live tree.  Who knew a little sparkly paper could make a Christmas tree look so glamorous.

photos via camille soulayrol

Beautiful inspiration

Its Friday again, doesn't it just seem like this month has flown by?  I swear I just celebrated New Years.  Now that things are starting to pick up around here, there just isn't enough hours in a day anymore.  With design consults, gardening and taking care of a household, I'm one busy lady.  But of course, never too busy to oh and aw over great interiors.

While perusing Agent Bauer I found interior stylist Lo Bjurulf and just love her creative direction.  Along with wonderful tablescapes, ads and vignettes, Lo creates wonderful interior spaces with several different looks.  I am sort of digging the monochromatic look of the white and pink rooms, although I don't think I could every live in a space like that.  How about you?  Be sure to check out the rest of Lo's portfolio, her spaces are worth the click!

I want this sofa!  Anyone recognize it from anywhere?  When we move to our permanent place, we are going to need to furnish a place again and would love love love something like that grey sofa.

And how fun is this little accent of blue?  I love adding small details like this, it give a different look while being totally simplistic.

photos via agent bauer

Interior Styling

I absolutely love discovering interior stylists, and Lotta Agaton is one lovely stylist.  She has a wonderful eye for detail, I just love her use of different textures.  How wonderful is this natural table setting!?  From the pile of wood in the corner to the little horse, I love everything about this space, even if it is lacking a 'color'.  It just screams natural and earthy.  Lotta's portfolio is filled with wonderful spaces and detail images, you've just got to check it out.  And if you love her style, stop on by her blog for even more prettiness. So inspiring... makes me want to create a little vignette of my own.

photos via agent bauer

The Wallpaper Collective

You know my love for all things bold, and The Wallpaper Collective has not let me down.  Seems I am always stopping to look at all their gorgeous collections, I highly recommend taking a peek.  Just a few that are making my heart beat a little faster.

How fun would this be in a child's room!

A focal wall with this glamorous purple paper would really be a conversation starter.  Done in just the right amount, its simply fabulous.

photos via the wallpaper collective

Dreaming

Last week I focused on headboards, this week, the rest of the room.  From stark white spaces to over the top color and even a few built ins, when it comes to bedrooms, anything goes.  Seems I am drawn to the uber girly, super white and fluffy spaces... I can just see it now, the husband wading through pillows and ruffles.  Yeah right.  And then there is the whole dog on the bed thing.  Guess white would be a bad idea.  At least I can dream.

Now this is a built in.  Even though its surrounded by hard surfaces, the use of soft colors and textures make this space seem comfy and cozy.  Pillows are always our best friends.

There is something about the wallpaper, headboard and mirror that just draw me in.  Very ornate, very lovely.  I'm a sucker for anything tufted.

Love this headboard.  I can't tell if this is one solid piece or not, but you could also achieve this look with a set of ornate doors too.  

A cute way to display artwork and cards.  And the scalloped border trim makes for an interesting look.  I could see this fitting in perfectly in a child's room.  Although with the use of less contrasting colors, or even the same color with different paint finishes, it would be a fun touch to any adult room.

How fabulous is this!  I just want to crawl in and take a nap.

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A good stripe

Stripes are so in these days, both in fashion and interiors and I couldn't be more excited to see so many wonderful ways to spruce up a wall.  Whether its a subtle stripe, like this first one with grayed colors (my favorite!), or the off the wall, and make you a little dizzy stripe, like the second, they are a great way to create a focal point in any room.

I wonder just how relaxing it would be to take a bath in here?  I have a strong reaction to red/orange colors, and I'm just not sure how I feel about it on a wall.  What do you think, like it or loathe it?

I love the vertical and horizontal use of this paper, gives off the illusion of a chair rail, and keeps your eyes moving along the wall.  And the mirrors are too fun in this space.

You can even run the look up the ceiling!  I wonder if it would make you feel like you were getting closed in on, or if it was a little tent like.

There is something about this hand done look that I am just loving!  It has a very unsteady finish, but I just can't stop looking at it and wondering just how it would look on an entire wall.  Perhaps in a bit more of a cheerful color?

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