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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.COMCurated: Gifts for Dad
WHAT’S HIS STYLE? Give him the perfect gift for Father’s Day. Sources: notebook, blazer and boat shoes, needlepoint cuff links, runner tag and socks, Swiss knife, tent Thanks for stopping by.
Brimfield: DIY
While organizing my boys’ room I found a few sport metals they received during their school year. Time for a little diy project. I decided to hang them proudly from a piece of crown molding I found while visiting Brimfield. I painted … Continue reading →
Blogfest Recap Day 3
The excitement continued on day three at the Kravet Studio. Design bloggers got a first hand look at how Kravet designs and manufactures their products. We were recharged with a delicious lunch sponsored by New York Spaces at the Museum of … Continue reading →
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Tagged Benjamin Moore, Blogfest2012, DIFFA, Glassy Baby, Interiors Magazine, Kravet, New York Spaces, Traditional Home.
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Blogfest Recap Day 2
This was my first year attending Blogfest. I was not sure what to expect. I arrived at Hearst Tower on 57th Street and 8th Avenue excited to be in New York City and ready for day two. Upon my arrival on the 44th floor, all I could … Continue reading →
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Tagged Blogfest2012, Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Kravet, Next Wave Designers, Traditional Home., Veranda
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Blogfest Recap Day 1
Wow, it has been a fun and busy week and a half. I attended Trade Secrets, a fundraiser for Women’s Support Services (WSS), which started 12 years ago in Bunny Williams’ backyard. Then I was off to Blogfest in New York City for three … Continue reading →
My A-HA Moment
One of the highlights of Blogfest was meeting Newell Turner, Editor-in-Chief of House Beautiful. He is a charming man. He gave us a little challenge. He invited bloggers to share an “a-ha moment. ” My “aha moment” inspired by House Beautiful is our … Continue reading →
Red, White and Blue
Join in the American spirit with red, white and blue. Start at the front door with festive half rounds of bunting. via BHG Display small individual flags at each window and front door. I love white houses. This double porch … Continue reading →
Guest Post: Architecture In the Garden
Hello everyone! My name is Becky Harris and I’m a contributor at Houzz, a home design site focused on helping design professionals and homeowners manage the remodeling and decorating process. Thanks so much to Ivy for having me! Because everything … Continue reading →
Curated: Beach Essentials
I’m ready for a little fun in the sun. Going to the beach is much more pleasant when you have the right essentials. Protection from the sun is important. In addition to sunblock, I always wear a hat and sunglasses for … Continue reading →
Thrifting Window Shutters
On my recent thrifting trip to Brimfield, MA, I came across a stack of shutters. Besides using shutters on the outside of a house there are many creative ideas for recycling shutters. The best part, you save money and our landfills. I love the look of the shutters in this … Continue reading →
