Butterfly Mobile

I realize this isn't the first time my object of desire has been something from a children's store. What can I say? I am in love with this dreamy butterfly mobile from Pottery Barn Kids. Of course, it would be precious in a child's room, but what about suspended...

The Hot Tropical Designs of Doug Meyer

Doug Meyer is known as a color revolutionary in Miami, Florida. Inspired by fashion and travel, Meyer is all about bending the rules and setting up juxtapositions in his design. Meyer really like to use plexiglass in his designs (see pic below). His work...

A Dresser Make-Over and What It Led To . . .

I have an old French Provincial dresser in my younger daughter's room. The walls in her room are yellow and the dresser was a slightly lighter shade of yellow with gold accents. It's been in there for several years, and it's been ok. But not fabulous. Awhile...

Pink and Red Rooms

Just in time for Valentine's Day, sweet inspiration for your home in the shades of pink and red. In my decorated past, I typically would choose a shade of pink or red for a room - one or the other. Now, I clearly see how much more lovely they look together. Red...

Valentine’s at Pottery Barn Kids

I was in Pottery Barn Kids recently and really loved the Valentine's Day merchandise they're hocking this year. Not surprising that I was drawn to these items - they are mainly retro-inspired! These melamine plates look like nostalgic valentines, don't they? I heart...

Easy Valentine’s Gifts

This Valentine's Day, why not take a really predictable gift (chocolate) and make it really special? Buy regular packaged chocolates or other sweet treats and remove the plastic overcovering. Take off the cover/top and do a little giftwrap job on it. Or take...

Simple Valentine’s Gift Ideas

I HEART this idea! Take an empty glass votive holder, drop a small gift inside, top it with an inverted paper cupcake liner, and tie with a pink string. Coat tiny planters with metallic paint - try Ralph Lauren's Regent Metallics paint. Tuck in flower or herb...

Valentine’s Truffles

I'm not much of a cook, but food gifts are always appreciated at Valentine's. Especially if they are chocolate! I thought I'd share a yummy and easy recipe I've used for Valentine's gifting in the past. Wish I had time to make some this year, but maybe you do!...

Inspiration Boards

Well, I'm sure most of you are familiar with inspiration boards. Some people use them for gathering memories, for planning a wedding, or for motivation to achieve goals. Creating inspiration boards is a common practice in the interior decorating world, as well...

Lace Beauty Lab

I stumbled upon some lovely inspiration over the weekend. Lace Beauty Lab is a high-end salon in Miami Beach, Florida. It's interiors are bold retro, and deliciously confectionary. Designed by Doug Meyer, Lace Beauty Lab is old-school 1950's Miami glamor with...