Light It Up: Chandelier Covers

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Giving your chandelier a new look is easy with chandelier covers from Chandelier Parts.  Constructed of custom-designed and printed art paper adhered to a cardboard sleeve, each kaarskoker sleeve is fully saturated with color. The matte finish gives the candle sleeve a nice hand, which adds to its refinement. Very little effort is required for installation to your light fixture.

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images/description via chandelierparts.com

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Spray paint and new chandelier covers will make a  flea market light fixture new again.

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The  kaarskoker designer candle covers come in various patterns and colors, including Fretwork, Houndstooth, Marble, Dots, and Stripes.  Find the full selection of chandelier covers at chandelierparts.com.

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Double Shower Curtains

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

A glass shower door would be great in the bathroom.  But if your bathroom has a shower curtain, like our rental, doubling up the shower curtains makes it more impressive.   They look great and function beautifully, keeping the water in the tub, not on the floor.

 

A quick update on my Spring spruce up in the kids’ bathroom:  The HomeGoods shower curtains I bought need  something more.  I added a contrast grosgrain ribbon giving it the perfect accent to coordinate the look in the bathroom.

The bathroom is coming along.   What do you think of  double curtains for the bathroom?

Thanks for stopping by.

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Nate Berkus for Target

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Have you seen Nate Berkus’ collection for Target?   “I created this collection for Target with my philosophy that homes should evoke a feeling, not a theme,” said Berkus.   His aesthetic were not sacrificed, when it came to designing on a budget.

 Nate’s collection includes bedding, lamps, towels, curtains and home accessories.  I love the collection because it’s masculine, contemporary with a hint of glam.  In addition, I’m crazy for pineapples and  tortoise shells.  Nate does a beautiful job of re-introducing two classics in a fresh light using neutrals and texture at a great value.  Here are my “have to have it.”

 

Pick up Nate’s book, The Things That Matter.  The cover alone is reason to keep this “beauty” on the coffee table.

Images: via Target 

 

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Happy Monday 3/11/13

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Monday!  As I start my day, I found a few inspirational quotes to get me through the busy week.

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Be good to yourself.  Have a wonderful day!

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Coral Design Board Inspiration

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Coral is a fresh alternative to orange for Spring.  I’ve had this beautiful pinned image for sometime now.  I love the combination of coral and blue and the playful details.  Since the kids’ bathroom was in need of  a little Spring update, I was happy to use this inspiration image for my project.

Ruthie Sommers - via Simplified Bee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A trip to HomeGoods was the perfect start.  I love HomeGoods because it carries everything  for the home at a great price.  I found two shower curtains (some times two are better than one), a floor mat, and a ceramic elephant.  Today I’m out and about finding a few more pieces to complete my project.

Are you planning any projects for Spring?  What room are you working on?

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Happy Monday 3/4/13

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Good Morning!

 

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image via Master Channel

 

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Happy Friday: 3/1/13

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!  I’m so happy it’s March, which means Spring is just around the corner.

Lily-of-the-Valley- I miss my garden. Via BHG

It’s too early for flowers to bloom here in New Jersey.  The soil is cold and the buds are barely peeking out their heads.  Nevertheless, today I’m smiling and walking with a little hop in my step knowing that Spring will be here soon.

Echinacea 'Supreme Cantaloupe' Via BHG

I’m craving  something fresh for Spring.  I found it in this cantaloupe color from  Better Homes and Gardens Must-Grow New Perennials for 2013.

Curling leaves - fern fronds Spring

There is beauty in the simplicity of these ferns.   Have a wonderful weekend.

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AD Home Design Show

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Mark your calendars for the 12th annual Architectural Digest Home Design Show on March 21-24, 2013.   The event showcases the latest ideas and products for the home.  You’ll find fabulous furniture, lighting, floors and rugs, kitchens,  baths… you get the picture.  The show is the perfect kick-off  for  your Spring home projects.   You’ll find plenty of inspiration to start your project and discover items you cannot live without.

Architectural Digest Home Design Show  is  offering a discount code to share with my readers. The promo code ADBLOGGER  offers $5 off the ticketed price. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.martreg.com/reg/adhdsts/ or at the door.  I had a great time last year.

 Hope to see you there!

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Happy Monday: 2/25/13

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

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Tobi Fairley’s Get Published Design Contest

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!   Inspired by black and white stripes during fashion week in NYC, I had a little fun on Olioboard and entered Tobi Fairley’s Get Published Design Contest.  It is an opportunity  to win a pass to Tobi’s design camp, The Journey to Getting Published.   I love Tobi’s designs and her commitment to teach and inspire designers.  I’m a great believer in surrounding myself with the best teachers. I hope you visit Olioboard and vote.

Description: Earn Your Stripes.  Stripes are hot this year on the runway and at home.  Embrace them and have fun.  Mix it up with traditional and modern pieces.  A splash of pink and green says Spring is in the air, making this office a delight to work in.

  Vote here: Earn Your StripesStripes

Description: Get happy with sunny stripe walls in the entry.   I love to use color in small spaces…a place to rest your keys, lay down your handbag and kick off your shoes.

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You can vote for as many boards as you like but each board can only receive one vote per day.  At the end of the contest (March 6th 2013 at 11am PST) the top 25 voted boards will be put in front of a judge’s panel and the winning boards will be announced on March 7th 2012.  The Judges are  Crystal Gentilello Editor in Chief of Rue Magazine, Ronda Rice Carmen Editor | Founder of All The Best Blog, and Krissa Rossbund Senior Style Editor of Traditional Home.    Please vote each day here.

Thanks for stopping by.  Have a wonderful weekend.

 

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