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.COM

Valentine’s Day Inspiration – Day 6

GIFTS FOR HIM See more gifts for the men in your life. Mark & Graham

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Valentine’s Day Inspiration – Day 5

Today’s Valentine inspiration is about  a simple pleasure we all enjoyed growing up… bath time.    Run the water, pour in the bath salts and light a candle.  I cannot promise that it will wash away your troubles, but you’ll be … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day – Inspiration Day 4

When was the last time you wrote your sweetheart a note just because?  I admit, I love the idea of writing notes to my darling.  Place your note in a coat pocket, sock draw, lunch bag, etc.  Ask if they saw your note, just … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day – Inspiration Day 3

 Win his stomach, win his heart. Breakfast Lunch Salad and Shrimp   Tortellini Skewers Dinner Chicken Parmesan Find these recipes here.

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Valentine’s Day Inspiration – Day 2

This Saturday is a cold one.  Enjoying a warm fire with my darling husband and daughter in the morning is one of my favorite things to do at home, before the day gets away with things to do and places to go.  If you … Continue reading

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14 Days Of Valentine’s Day Inspiration

Hello February!  Valentine’s Day will soon be here.  I thought it would be fun to have 14 days of Valentine’s Day inspiration.  From cards to recipes come back and visit the blog and spread the love. My kids are too … Continue reading

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A Bright Winter

How do you update your room during winter?  I  look on the bright side and add color in my home and clothing to cheer things up.  Purchasing flowers each week for the family  room and kitchen counter is my way … Continue reading

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Winter Style

Stay warm and stylish during the winter months by adding a fun hat to keep your head and ears warm.  Add layers for comfort and ease.  Visit my Pinterest board for more inspiration.        What’s your favorite look?

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Daryl Hall’s Historic Home

Last night, I was singing and dancing to Daryl Hall’s music.   Yes, the fabulous Daryl from Hall & Oats.   We love  Live from Daryl’s House.  The show won the 2010 WEBBY Award in the Variety Category. Daryl invites his friends and musical artist … Continue reading

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Happy Monday: 1/21/2013

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.”  ―    Martin Luther King Jr. Make it a great day!

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