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Sunday, February 26, 2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Colorful Living: Colorful Cozy Throws
It's an unusual windy chilly day today in Los Angeles so I am gravitating towards anything cozy to cuddle up with to stay warm and these Designer Guild throws would be perfect. I am always on the hunt for colorful accessories like throws as accents for spaces and these do not disappoint. Other than those offered up by Missoni, it is difficult to find a multi colored throw that is unique for a bed or a sitting area in a bedroom. I like to keep the bedding white or light and then use colorful throws as accents. The calming zen vibe is still achieved even with small amounts of color. These would also stand out well in a neutral hued living room or den.
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| This one might be my favorite because it has so many colors to pair up with. |
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| This one is perfect for those who like to stay with neutral hues |
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| This one is masculine enough for the boys. |
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| I would love to pair this one with purple or gray accents |
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| The blue stripes would fit in perfectly at a coastal retreat |
Source: Designer Guild
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Colorful Living: Ravishing Rugs
I typically choose rugs that more natural and neutral and let the fabrics do the talking but, when I find a show stopper rug like these from the Designer Guild, the upholstery goes neutral and the rug is the attention grabber. Designer Guild is known for colorful fabrics and rugs and these do not disappoint if you are looking for a wow factor for your dining or living room. These wool blend rugs are soft on your bare feet and full of style.
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| Images Source: Designer Guild |
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Colorful Living: Passionate Purple Color Blend
My eye has been attracted to anything plum, purple or lavender these days. It's an unusual pairing but I am loving how it looks next to an aqua blue color. Can't wait to start using this color pairing for a client! Above are some of my inspirations for this color blend. I paired up purple in this previous post and haven't stopped thinking about it. How do you feel about deep plums and purples in home decor? I will be back with more on this color blend with fabrics and accessory ideas in these hues. Happy Weekend!
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Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Swatch Watch: Color Blending Tip #4
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| Image Source: Pinterest |
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| Fabric Source: F. Schumacher |
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| Fabric Source: F. Schumacher |
More Book Styling Tips ...
I am sharing book styling tips for your home today over on the COCOCOZY blog so be sure to click on over and check it out. The photos on Coco's blog are of my work and photographed by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien. I am very grateful to Coco for letting me share my tips on her blog. She is a gem! Have you seen her latest pillows and textile designs? I am using some of her bedding shams on a project and my client loves them! Be sure to check them out. I am dishing out additional styling tips using books here on today's blog post. Books don't need to be on a shelf in a library to be read :). Enjoy!
Keep brightly covered cookbooks out for additional color rather than stuffed in a cabinet.
Organizing and displaying your most inspirational books isn't just for show... it increases their beauty and access to read them rather than being hidden away. Choose your favorite ones and display those. There are no rules so do what makes you happy.
The collection of books on hobbies of surfing and sailing are vast in this Santa Barbara home. Keeping low stacks below the flat screen tv make them accessible for reading. The coastal themed is continued with added accessories.
I would love to get your feedback for future posts so enter your comments either here or over at COCOCOZY and let me know what you think of the guest blog post and what other topics you want me to cover in the next post.
xo
Emily
Photo Source: Armonia Decors
Sunday, February 5, 2012
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