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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

How to welcome Spring into your home a little early this year!


Spring cannot get here soon enough!  Yesterday here in Maryland was a tease, with sunny skies and almost 50 degrees.  Today?  In the 30’s with wet, sloppy snow.  All the weather flip-flopping is not good for one’s mood or health!

So, I ‘ve decided to come up with a game plan to bring Spring to me, in my own home.  Next week I am going to start implementing touches of warmth, sunshine, and new growth through small changes in décor.  And, if you have the budget – you can go big – through furnishings, etc.

In my own personal experience, the change that makes a biggest impact on my space are the window treatments.  This may simply be because I tend to look toward light sources, which are often windows.  You may be more drawn to looking at the floor, foreground, or anything with in your eye level.  Next time you walk into a room, notice where your eyes go first.  Once you pinpoint that point of focus, start by making updates in that area for the most bang for your buck.  Then, if you want, spread out!


Simply swapping out heavy dark drapes, which may be appropriate for winter, with airy, white window treatments will lighten up the entire room and allow more light to enter the room.



Window treatments need not cost a leg and an arm,  treatments like roller blinds are not only affordable but are also being offered in chic and modern designs by manufacturers like Web-Blinds.


If your focus tends to be on the floor, than consider adding a colorful rug, or a rug in a lighter weave, or one with a beautiful pattern.

Get in on the chevron insurgence, but keep it unique with this pear-hued rug.

So many beautiful rugs - so little time!

If new window treatments or a carpet is not in the budget right now.  You'd be surprised at the amount of life that a grouping of new throw pillows can breathe into a room!








All these pretty rugs and pillows are available at Joss & Main (You have to create a login to shop, but it's free and fast) .

Do you have any plans to lighten and brighten your space before Spring or when Spring arrives?

This post in partnership with Web-Blinds.com

Thursday, October 4, 2012

A house that combines the eclectic and glamorous

While I really like the eclectic style of decorating, but sometimes it looks a bit too "dusty" for my taste. I also really like the shiny newness of glamorous interiors. This home, by the fabulous Angie Hranowsky manages to marry these two seemingly contrasted styles.

 *swoon!  That dresser - that rug! Love them paired together





I wouldn't ever think to combine the mauve in the blinds with the lavender wall.


Love the wicker-ish bed contrasted with the mirrored nightstand.


Do you like Angie's work?

You can see more at her website.

Monday, August 27, 2012

What I missed at NY International Gift Fair 2012

I was all set to go to this summer's NYIGF when a last minute obligation came up.  I was a bit bummed as I haven't been to one yet, and I have been wanting to go for years now.  I will shoot again for 2013, and in the meantime, live vicariously from those lucky enough to attend.

Here is some of my favorite coverage and products.


Unsurprisingly, COCOCOZY's booth is a breath of beautiful fresh air...



Love the combo of luxe and rugged on this throw...by PEHUEN

3 images above via OD360 Designs


Adorable ceramics by Kahler

and Pantone bowls by Room Copenhagen

via 3 rings


All the finials a girl could want....by Hillary Thomas Designs...

via Habitually Chic



How gorgeous is this dresser upholstered in Indian embroidered textiles from Manglam Arts?
via StyleBeat

See anything you like?

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Sanctuaries fit for dreaming

eclectic and elegant.  love the print over the fireplace
via Architectural Digest

pull the sheers around the bed and escape
via Sweet Home Style

small, but perfectly furnished and decorated for unwinding.
via House of Fifty

via House of Fifty

via Interiors Porn
 
Above and below are the same bedroom. Chic peacock wallpaper on one wall and exposed brick on the other.
2 above via Lonny mag

Monday, April 23, 2012

Bedroom bliss for a sleepy Monday

It's a very "Mondayish" Monday for me. It's dreary and cold outside and I want to curl back up in bed!
heaven, heaven, heaven...to wake up to the ocean.

stunning bed!



We have a faux fur throw - and it's so cozy for napping...



1. Lonny, 2-3. DecorPad, 4-5. Adore Home, 6. Houzz

Thursday, December 1, 2011

A great giveaway for designers and DIYer's from Lewis and Sheron Textiles!

So, on Tuesday I introduced you to my newest sponsor, Lewis and Sheron Textiles. Today I'm happy to announce that they are offering $100.00 in store credit to one lucky Decorology reader!

To enter for your chance to win, simply visit lsfabrics.com and browse through their amazing selection of fabrics. Come back to this post and leave a comment sharing the name of the fabric you would buy with your $100.00 credit, and what project you have in mind for the fabric. To comment on this post (scroll to the bottom of this post and right above "Labels" you will see a number followed by the word "comments." Click on the word "Comments." Or, you will see a link, "Post a Comment," which you click on to comment.

If you receive posts in your email feel free to respond to the email noting that you'd like to be entered in the drawing (don't forget to mention your favorite fabric!).

Below are a few more of my favorite fabrics...

"Tribal Thread" - I would love to reupholster my dining chair cushions with this.

"Parisenne" - I think would make some really cute, conversation starting table linens - napkins, placemats, or a runner.


The fabric above, "Westminster," would make a really fabulous upholstered headboard.

"Iskander" would be great for throw pillows.

I can't wait to hear what everyone's favorites are, and the projects you'd use them for! Post your comments by Dec. 8th, 6 PM EST, and I will draw the winner at random and announce the lucky reader the next day!

Good luck!
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