A technique to inspire when you just can’t figure out a room
Sometimes you look at a room and you just draw a blank - nothing about it inspires you or strikes a cord, everything you try just makes it look over decorated or outdated. Well, (and I know this technique is nothing new), how about taking a cue from the celebs or people in your life who've always inspired you?...
My dream first day of spring outfit
I'm sitting here watching another 18" of snow fall on the 24" we received here in MD on Saturday. I'm just itching for that first day when it's 55 degrees - but I'll still be out there in a t-shirt just to feel some sun on my arms. Anyway, it's not going to be t-shirt weather anytime soon,...
A beautiful shabby chic Savannah cottage with some Scandinavian flavor
February is a great month for the home decor magazines. I had a stack waiting for me when I returned from Spain, and I've never used so many page markers! I thought I'd start off sharing all the things inspired me with this light and pretty Savannah cottage- which was condemned when the couple bought it for $29,000....
Gorgeous poster designs to get your creative juices flowing
As some of you may or may not be aware, I have been a web designer (you can see some of the sites I've designed here) before I ever became interested in interior design, and it's still the primary way I get the bills paid. Web Designers, like most creatives, well, like anyone in any industry I suppose,...
Morocco Series: Peaceful, coastal Essaouira
Chris and I took a much needed, 2 day trip to Essaouira (about 3 hours by bus from Marrakesh. Essaouira offers a little rest from the non-stop pace of the medinas in Fes and Marrakesh. The medina in Essaouira is much smaller, and the beach and dunes offer beautiful views.The city still looks like a fortress, and...
Happy Friday Hodge Podge
I'm back on the farm in Maryland and we're expecting 18-24" of snow today and tomorrow! I was super indulgent today after all my traveling and slept till noon. (Naughty, I know) I'm a little late today but I want to send you into the weekend with a little eye candy. If you're due for snow,...
Beautiful, peaceful bedrooms
I'm heading "home" this afternoon after living out of a suitcase since Dec. 28th. It'll be great to sleep in a bed and not a couch or a cot. I have gotten used to traveling and will miss it a bit, but a little time off the road will hopefully be recuperative and prepare me for my...
Glamorous and chic interiors from Nest design
I actually discovered this firm because I was looking for some web design inspiration for an upcoming project, and ran across their site on a web design gallery. The firm is called Nest, and they're located in Dallas, TX.I hope you like!I love this conservatory - the mix of elegance brought in by the chairs and dining sets,...
Lighting inspiration and a chandelier I love!
All these beautiful photos are from Zia-Priven, a husband-wife duo who teamed up and got into the lighting biz in 1999. Marcia Zia-Priven, co-owner, introduced herself awhile back, and sadly I'm just now sharing them with you guys. Not only are their lighting solutions timeless, you can tell by the lovely gallery of lighting inspiration that...
Bill Blass handbags, Calvin Klein dresses, and GORGEOUS jewelry sale at ideeli
This adia kibur jewelry is gorgeous - and it's about $25 - you can't beat that. See more and the Calvin Klein sale at ideeli. If you're not a member, here's your link to free membership link!master of simple and chic - Calvin KleinLove this white Bill Blass- they have this in a lot more colors, too!Here's...