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I am a wife, mother and decorator. Welcome to my blog, where I share my projects and design inspiration. I love finding vintage pieces to add character and sense of history to my designs. My other passions are family, cooking, gardening and traveling. Feel free to drop me a line or just say hello!
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Author Archives: Ivy de Leon
About Ivy de Leon
From decorating and home staging to entertaining and gardening, I enjoy bringing traditional style to each project. I love to combine new and vintage market finds to create elevated and inviting spaces for today's modern lifestyle. CONTACT: IVY@IVYDELEON.COMInterview with Bruce Tilley of Décor NYC
On a recent trip to NYC, I stopped by Décor NYC, a consignment gallery in Chelsea, located at 159 West 25th Street (at Seventh Avenue). You all know, I love a great find. I’m often asked for a referral where to … Continue reading →
Posted in Decorating
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Tagged consignment gallery, Décor NYC, decorating, furniture, shopping, vintage
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Bright and Cozy Kitchen
After two months of festivities (birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve), I am craving quiet time and relaxing neutral spaces. Winter white interiors are calming and cozy. The kitchen in the house we live in has white walls, white cabinets and wood floors. Our quaint old house has low … Continue reading →
Posted in Decorating, Entertaining, Project
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Tagged kitchens, lighting, project, rustic, white
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Happy New Year!
Wishing you a Healthy and Happy New Year! Celebrate with family, friends and champagne. via lavia del sole
New Year’s Eve
The celebrations continue at home as we enjoy a few more days with family from out of town. Hard to believe Christmas is over. Time to think about New Year’s Eve decorations. We celebrate New Year’s Eve with grandma and the kids. There … Continue reading →
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
The presents are wrapped, the cookies are baked and everyone is together at home. We are getting ready to have brunch, but first I want to wish you Merry Christmas! May you find joy in the magic of the season.
Introducing Pantone 2014 Color of the Year: Radiant Orchid
If you love design and color, I’m sure you are excited to hear Pantone introduce the new color for 2014. Welcome, Radiant Orchid. According to Pantone, this color is “an enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones” that “inspires confidence and emanates … Continue reading →
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Tagged fashion, interiors, Pantone 2014 Color, Radiant Orchid, Tom Scheerer
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Winter’s First Snow
Snow arrived leaving a pretty winter wonderland. I enjoyed a walk in the morning to Palmer Square, while all is quite. The snow makes the holiday a little more festive and magical. On this cold winter morning, I’m writing out … Continue reading →
2013 IVY GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER
Happy Friday! It’s that time of year, again. Christmas will be here soon. You know the saying, “it is better to give, than to receive.” My holiday gift guide for her will have the giver and receiver jumping with joy. I would be … Continue reading →
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Tagged candle, Chanel, Christmas, clutch, earrigs, gift guide, gifts for her, lucite tray, ring, vintage bracelet
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A Natural Christmas
Have you started your Christmas decorations? With the mild weather today expected to be 60 degrees, I’m running out to pickup natural greens for Christmas décor. My approach to Christmas is to keep it simple. I like using what’s in … Continue reading →
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Tagged Christmas decorations, Fireplace, Kitchen, plants, table top
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