Don't you have sand, seawater, surf, seafood and remnants of a sunburn (at least for me) on your mind when you return from the beach? Although it was a relaxing holiday, artistic creations are never far from my mind. When I saw this spotted-beach-wrap while reading my House Beautiful, I thought this not only beats my long linen shirt as a cover-up but it reminds me Continue Reading
I Screen, You Screen
Screens can serve multiple purposes -- both decorative and practical. They can be a room divider or a clutter concealer. They can be contemporary, classic and artsy as well. Here are some inspiring examples from FixR and if you have teenagers, like I do, a privacy screen can help in many ways. This one above reminds me of our Casart Zebrawood reusable Continue Reading
Big Bang Design
Since we're still in 4th of July celebration mode with this added gift of a federal holiday today, I thought it timely to share some design examples that add big bang design impact (without actual fireworks). The first are appropriately red, blue and patriotic.. I first saw this photo in a Patriotic Interiors ideabook on Houzz. I really like how elements Continue Reading
Go Fourth, Independently!
This Sunday is the day that only we, as Americans, can celebrate to the fullest, for it is the fourth of July, our Independence Day; the day in 1776 when we declared our independence from Great Britain. It's a day celebrated with parades, fireworks, concerts with patriotic music, displaying the American flag, gatherings to consume a bounty of hot dogs, hamburgers, Continue Reading
Helping the Gulf Coast
We're helping the Gulf Coast with their clean up efforts with our Gulf Coast removable wallcovering and accessory designs. I mentioned in my last post that we are considering donating proceeds from a mural composed of Louisiana and other Gulf Coast wildlife that have been affected by the oil spill. There are so many types of wildlife to choose from that we want to Continue Reading
