Thrifting: Life Is An Adventure

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

You probably know by now that Wednesday is my thrifting day.  I look forward to getting outside to the stores and talking to the vendors. Yesterday’s trip to one of the shops threw me a curve ball in the way of a flat tire. I was lucky to be only 500 ft. from a gas station. Safe and back home, I was a little frazzled by the experience, but happy to find a little treasure to share with you.  A french porcelain basket.  I’m looking forward to displaying it with fresh spring flower.

 

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Slipcover Style

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Slipcovers offer a great way to dress up furniture that is worn, stained or outdated.  No need to add to the landfills with outdated furniture.  Remember to donate pieces you want to replace.  Consider shopping at thrift shops and consignment shops for that one of a kind replacement.  You can completely change the look of your furniture and update the style of your room by using slipcovers.  Consider your lifestyle and overall plan for the room.  If you have indoor pets or young children,  I recommend a  cotton-polyester blend.   I like a semi-custom fit that offers separate seat-cushion covers and great style for not too much money.  Most people shy away from white slipcovers.   I find them easy to keep clean.   Just put them in the wash gentle cycle with a little bleach.  Of course, there are many beautiful fabrics and details you could add to  slipcovers.  If you have a larger budget, invest in beautiful fabric on that special chair.

Marcelo Brito - Sao Paulo - Brazil contemporary living room
Marcelo Brito - Sao Paulo - Brazil contemporary living room
Study traditional home office
Lorraine Vale traditional dining room
Lorraine G Vale Designer
Breakfast Area eclectic kitchen
Classic Hyannisport Residence traditional family room
Images: via Houzz

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Eco Chic

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Sunday was Earth Day. It is a day set aside for the world to think about the environment and what we can do to protect it.  It also is a wonderful reminder for us to reduce, recycle and reuse.   Thrifting and upcycling  are two ways to join in saving our earth.  Leave a smaller footprint by walking and cycling instead of driving and bring your reusable water bottle.  In the kitchen, use plates and cloth napkins instead of paper goods.   We all love to shop.  There are many retailers with eco friendly merchandise.  Take a closer look at your favorite shops for earth friendly products.

Savannah Oval Magazine Basket

Sources: Pottery Barn, Bambeco, Burkedecor.com., West Elm 

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222 Mount Lucas Road

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

This home is conveniently located within walking distance to town.  It has a lovely kitchen with Miele appliances.  Read on and discover the attention to details in this house.

The home has a complete Renovation Studs to Sub-Flooring including Electrical and Plumbing. Charming, Modern & Beautiful is this stately Colonial home. Less than 7-Yrs renovated and is walking distance to Princeton Shopping Dining Entertainment, Schools & Parks yet located on a lightly traveled section of Mt. Lucas Road which provides privacy and quite. Renovations include: High End Kitchen w/Stainless Appliances, Cabinet Matching Appliances, Granite Island and counter tops, 4 Zone Media Center Install for Entertaining (House and Patio), Master with Sitting Room, Master Bath includes a “Privacy Room” and an Incredible Master Shower/Sauna room featuring Rain Shower Head, Multi-Head Sauna Shower, Steam with Bench Seating, & Vanity.  No Drywall in this house Plaster Ceilings, Walls & Cement Stucco Exterior ensures Highest Insulation and R-Factor.  Low Utilities and Low Taxes/Price Ratio compared to other homes in the area.

 

For more information about this home, please contact Jerel Washington at Keller Williams Real Estate-Princeton.

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Curated

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Cenco de Mayo is just around the corner.   The holiday celebrates Mexico’s victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla.   It’s a fun celebration for young and old.  Hosting inside or outside, formal or casual, the possibilities are endless.  Remember to keep it simple and enjoy your guest.  Here are a few ideas and sources to plan your event.

succulents and beans in glass jars

via Martha Stewart          

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table settings and party favors , crafts, Mexican blankets, bar ware, party city

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Nature Inspired

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Nature is a beautiful thing.  Inspired by the colors of these seashells, pink coral, flamingo, orange, these amazing rooms show how refreshing adding color to your decor transform a a home.  Don’t want to dive into color just yet, then here are some easy and inexpensive ways to dip your toes into experimenting with color: add  orange fruit in  a pretty bowl, buy  a bouquet of pink flowers, add a throw to your chair or sofa for cool nights, accessorize your table with vibrant drinking glasses or  table cloth.  Have fun with color this Spring.

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Color Bliss

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Lately pink, coral, and orange has caught my attention.   The combination of these colors are fun, chic and great to brighten a room.  Do you have a  favorite color combination this Spring?

Layla Grace, Land of Nod, Fabric.com, One Kings Lane

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Out and About

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Monday! Yesterday was a fabulous sunny day. I took my camera on my Sunday walk around the neighborhood. Princeton, NJ is a vibrant college town with art, music, parks, restaurants and an Ivy League university. Happy to share my photos and hoping you are inspired by the homes and building details.  Enjoy the creeping ivy and wisteria on the buildings and door hardware and moldings.  There is much more to this beautiful neighborhood and campus.  Two hours of walking is just not enough.

 

   

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Weekend Real Estate

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Looking for privacy and beauty.  This home has it.  Located in Princeton, New Jersey, this home is completely hidden from view on a 4.50 acre wooded lot is a gracious French Provincial home surrounded by every amenity necessary to host fun-filled gatherings for friends and family or even a round robin of tennis. The house presents an array of large rooms radiating from a travertine foyer. The formal rooms and study are elegant in tone with extensive molding and arched transom windows atop French doors to a stone courtyard. In winter, brick fireplaces beckon in the family room and sunroom. With lofty ceilings and glass doors opening to a sun-dappled pool and awning-covered terrace, both spaces become cool retreats during warmer weather. The kitchen offers a lengthy island, wine fridge and convenient access to the laundry and a basement play room. Enjoy the ease of single level living with a first floor master suite complete with double walk-in closets and a 5-piece bath. A pair of bedrooms upstairs and down have shared baths. Finally, a separate theater room turns every movie night into an event.

WOW!  For more information on this property, please contact: Cheryl Goldman at Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Curated

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Walking around on this Spring day inspired me to bring a post for preparing the patio and garden for long days and warm nights with family and friend. The Well Appointed House has many fabulous items for the home and garden.

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#wellappointedhouse.comgarden#wellappointedhouse.comgarden Picture of Kingsley Bate Cushion Box-Available in Two Different SizesPicture of Kingsley Bate Nantucket Teak Lounge Chair and Optional OttomanPicture of Personalized Ice Bucket with Green and White Design

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