If you haven't tried creating a photo book yet- I recommend that you do! There are so many inspiring books out there. Just click on the link for a preview of mine, It is a collection of my photos that represent my love of nature. I call it Naturally, The coffee table book from Neutral Dwelling. Be sure and click "preview book" for a peek inside.
Monday
Thursday
PhotoStory Friday and Design- Flowertini
May I offer you a Flowertini? Yum!
The story behind this shot- I am playing in photoshop :) I used an artistic brush on my photo- click on the photo to see an enlarged view.
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Wednesday
Office Romance
Since we all seem to be in agreement that the home office is here to stay- I thought I would share some of my favorite home offices on the web.
Hmmm, I see a pattern here. Each one that I like has a little red in the room. Ah, the color of love- Office Love - Home Office Love that is.
Resources: Point Click Home , Southern Living and Architectural Digest.
Hmmm, I see a pattern here. Each one that I like has a little red in the room. Ah, the color of love- Office Love - Home Office Love that is.
Resources: Point Click Home , Southern Living and Architectural Digest.
Monday
Working Spaces
The trend in home offices may be gone in 5 years due to wireless technology.
When you read this statement, what was your first thought? Michelle Lamb made this remark at a forecasting seminar that I attended and my first thought was - I disagree! I think that no matter how technology grows, we still have to have a space for storage(what would I do without my magazine stash, samples and catalogs ?!) and a dedicated place to sit down and really get to work. Yes, I agree that wireless is a great thing and I love being able to work while lounging at the lake, or enjoying the backyard. But I remember myself as a kid and I always studied better when I sat at my desk, in my little desk chair in my designated study spot. How about you?
I am going to keep my little office space - no matter the trend. So bring on the crystal sconces, beautiful vases, wooden bowls, soft pillows and fantastic artwork! I want to be inspired while working!
Here are a few options when creating your home office:
- Open shelves filled with baskets provide storage that's visible but out of sight.
- To cut glare on computer monitors, use an adjustable desk lamp and have overhead lighting on a dimmer.
- Organize work with a beautiful bulletin or inspiration board.
- Use glass urns to hold office supplies such as stamps or pencils.
- Think vertically to maximize space - store beautiful fabric covered boxes and bins on top of one another to hide all those unsightly things.
- Spend five minutes at the end of each day clearing off your desk so that the next time you sit down to work, you want be distracted.
The above office was designed by Erica Millar and posted on interiordesign.net.
Saturday
Let the Sun Shine!
Today is the first full day of seeing the sun since Gustav came through town. We are thrilled!
Thursday
Wednesday
Mirror Mirror on the Wall
This is one of the coolest restaurants! It is Bella Italia which is a wine store as well as a restaurant. It was designed by Ippolito Fleitz Group. How thrilling to see all of the mirrors- both used and new that have been hung (securely screwed) on the ceiling. I also love the mix matched chairs used as a color splash.
This is definitely on my list of places to visit in Germany. Has anyone experienced the interior in person? I would love to hear if it evokes the same exciting feeling in person as in the photographs.
Photographer: Zooey Braun
This is definitely on my list of places to visit in Germany. Has anyone experienced the interior in person? I would love to hear if it evokes the same exciting feeling in person as in the photographs.Photographer: Zooey Braun
Monday
Fall Nesting Week & The Inspired Room
If you are joining from Melissa's Fall Nesting Week -
Welcome and Thanks for dropping in! If you are a regular visitor- Welcome Back! and be sure to check out all of the fall inspiration over at The Inspired Room.
Are you ready for Fall? Try these quick and easy ideas. What could be more simple than adding a floral bouquet using magical fall colors? Alstroemeria are inexpensive and easily accessible from your local supermarket. Place in a simple glass vase and voila! Fall is in the air!
Spice up your table with a simple setting in autumn colors. Bringing in natural elements from nature is uplifting so incorporating the asparagus fern from the garden and flowers from the florist adds just the right touch to the table.
Not all sprucing has to be done with typical fall colors. Chilly Autumn nights can be eased with a snuggly throw in the bedroom. Warmth can be added to the room simply by changing accessories to warmer colors, here black and green are used. The mix of colors and textures adds depth. So as you trade out your summer wardrobe for your fall wardrobe, don't forget to make your bedroom more cocoonlike - warm and inviting.
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