Monthly Archives: July 2012

Table Matters: Mint and Pink

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Hope you are having a great summer with family and friends.  I’m enjoying the pretty colors of summer.  Mint and pink are in fashion this summer.  The colors are happy and fun.  I am bringing them to the table with tabletop ideas for a fun gathering … Continue reading →

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High Point Market’s Style Spotter

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Last week,  I was chosen by the  High Point Market Committee to be one of the 15 finalists in the search for the next High Point Market Style Spotter.   I have been busy designing my room on Olio Board for the … Continue reading →

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Curated: Summer House

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

When summer comes around, I’m all into blue and white.   Nothing says summer to me like rattan furniture.  These white rattan club chairs are beautiful in crisp white.  I like to display brass bookends with a coastal theme.  Keeping the desk organized … Continue reading →

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Out and About: Chinoiserie Chic

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

I’m out and about at One-Of-A-Kind in Princeton, NJ.  They have a fabulous assortment of furniture and accessories.  Come visit them at 301 N. Harrison Street, Princeton, New Jersey.   They are open late Thursday nights.  Enjoy the Summer Courtyard Concert … Continue reading →

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Gardening: Evening Gardens

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

When the days are hot, it makes it virtually impossible to sit outside and enjoy the garden.   Evening is the perfect time to enjoy your garden after a long day.  An evening garden is a great place to unwind, have … Continue reading →

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Happy Monday. Back from Maine

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Good morning.  Happy Monday.  I’m back from my family camping trip to Mount Desert Island, Maine.   The temperature was perfect and food delicious.   Mount Desert Island is the second largest island on the East Coast of the United States, behind Long Island … Continue reading →

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Curated: In the Kitchen

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Household items can be both beautiful and practical.  I am in love with the individual Doris Berry Bowls, from Snowbound Pottery.   They are perfect to drain berries and beautiful to keep on the kitchen counter. Individual Doris Berry Bowls, Photo by Anna … Continue reading →

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Out and About: Camping Trip

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Hope you had a wonderful 4th of July.  We are thinking of taking a little family vacation.  We’ll be camping in Acadia National Park  in  Maine, if all goes according to plan.  We love the outdoors.  I’m a little nervous … Continue reading →

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Happy Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Independence Day!  How are you celebrating Independence Day?  I’ll be celebrating my mother-in-law’s birthday with family and friends pool side. I love my freedom.  I love my America.  ~Jessi Lane Adams Thanks for stopping by.   Images: Pinterest     … Continue reading →

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Bedroom vs Dressing Room

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Do you have projects around the house to complete this summer?  I have several projects on my list.  One such project is  changing a small  bedroom into a dressing room.  What do you think?  Yay or Nay?   Thanks for stopping … Continue reading →

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Michael Herold Design

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Michael Herold is principal designer at Michael Herold Design.    His work was featured at the 2012 Junior League of greater Princeton Designer Showhouse.   I had the pleasure of meeting Michael at Blogfest2012 in May.   I contacted him and he graciously agreed to answer a few questions … Continue reading →

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