Let the Christmas decorating begin!

So maybe some of you have already started your Christmas decorating, but if you are like me, you might still be looking for some inspiration. Here's what I've gathered for some ideas this year.  Silver and mercury glass accents are definitely a sophisticated, polished look.So cozy! The garland over the mantle is cute and something I haven't...

Another great giveaway for art lovers! The unique illustrations of Claire Heffer

Gotta love a giveaway! I was lucky enough to be introduced to the intricate pen and ink illustrations of Claire Heffer just a little while ago. I don't get to draw a lot anymore, but my bachelor's degree is in illustration, and I will always appreciate art. You should also think of it as the jewelry of...

Announcing the lucky winners of the Affichionado art posters!

a Rafflecopter giveaway Congrats to Elizabeth Gonzalez, who will get the Pride and Prejudice poster, and to Olga McDowall, who will get the Alice's Adventure in Wonderland poster! I will be announcing another fab giveaway for art lovers this afternoon, so stay tuned!

For a beautiful christmas in white and gold….

I hope everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving!  Now it's time to get started on finding gifts to delight.  Here are some items I'd be proud to give....and THRILLED to receive!! A stunning and cozy throw for curling up by the fire (with some yummy wine)Get at Joss and Main for $46.95Simply stunning. Captured dream earrings from Spool 72, $28.00I didn't...

Last day to enter to win one of two beautiful art posters, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  Don't forget that today is the LAST day to enter to win either the Pride and Prejudice poster or the Alice's Adventure in Wonderland posters.  If you like design you will definitely appreciate how Affichionado's posters are both modern and timeless.Click here for more information and to enter.The Pride and Prejudice poster on the left.The adorable...

Chic and unique gifts from some of my fav. online sources

I'm sure by now most of you have heard of flash sale sites.  I hate to admit that they consume about 15 of my precious minutes almost everyday.  The deals are too good to resist, especially if there is something you've been "needing," or if you have some gifts to check off your list.  Here are finds that would...

Thanksgiving decorating with candles and objects in nature

Just a bit more inspiration before my favorite holiday...yum! Love this combo of different leaves, seeds, and pumpkins.Branches are always dramatic - in a good wayI also love white pumpkins.  Thanksgiving suffers from orange and brown overload sometimesEverything home decor is warm mixed metals these days, so simply silver, copper, or gold leafing some stones, or painting pumpkins...

Quick and beautiful last minute decorating ideas!

Is it just me, or did Thanksgiving really sneak up out of nowhere this year?  If you are like me, you're going to need a lot of last minute decorating ideas, which means, fast - but still adorable of course!1. Find some free printables that look custom designed (skip goofy looking turkeys and pilgrims please!)  These menu templates are...

Total Crash Day

Today was a total bust - ugh. Got up this morning at a reasonable hour and made the huge mistake of sitting on my sofa for "just a minute." HUGE mistake.Out like a light... for 5 HOURS Unfortunately I'm having more and more of these "crash" days. It's not like my to-do list is that unreasonable right? • Plan a wedding for...

Interior designer Mark Sikes’ Southern California Home: Open, glamorous, and elegant

Interior designer Mark Sikes' and partner Michael Griffin's home is full of unexpected and wonderful moments of old world Hollywood glam, while still maintaining an open and organic feel.  Check it out below: Couch in the kitchen?  How genius is that for entertainers.  Just make sure it's a stain proof, easily washed material.  Not as crazy about the...