Looking to add a little something special to your Easter tablescape? Nothing could be easier or better suited for spring décor than fresh flowers. Yellow, in particular, can be a remarkably powerful color for spring - especially after a dreadfully gray or snowy winter. Aside from the color alone, the beauty and fragrance of fresh flowers are guaranteed to make anyone smile.

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… or sweet… or tranquil… or sophisticated… or cheerful… or sporty… (felt like I was naming off Spice Girls or the 7 Dwarfs for a second there…)

Summer is an awesome time to paint. But when contemplating the options feels a bit like counting stars in the night sky, it’s no wonder that many are overwhelmed with the thought of it. Regardless of whether you love or hate to paint, color can have a remarkable affect on us - not just psychologically but physiologically.

Few people realize that color affects our mood, our appetite, even how well we are able to concentrate or relax in a space. Literally, color can make or break a room. Need I also mention that 1 in 10 men are also color blind?

Because color can be so complicated, and because I know the difference the right color can make, a color consultation is one of my favorite services I offer. I love being able to work with someone for what could be as little as an hour, and be able to provide them with peace of mind and confidence that they will love their color selection.

Is there a painting project on your To Do list this summer? Call or write today to schedule your consultation.

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Some projects are small, some projects are large. Some projects are fast, some projects take years.

As you will recall from previous posts (here and here), I have had the fortunate opportunity to participate in the Endicott Hotel renovation for the last year or so. At long last, our chapter has closed on this project and the happy tenants have moved in.

The images below capture the large unit (blues/green), the smaller unit (reds/orange), and the common areas we furnished/staged.

Since I’m still catching up from the holidays, you’ve probably already heard the news: Emerald is Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2013! This is a pretty big deal for the fashion/design world, and an influential factor for hot trends you’ll see this year. I’m personally super excited as green is my go-to color, and Emerald is a juicy shade that can be incorporated in so many ways.

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In case I haven’t mentioned it before, I have a MAJOR thing for Ikat fabrics. They are graphic, they are colorful, they are exotic, and simply sensational. Ikat (pronounced e-cot) is a dying technique utilizing a resist dyeing process (sorta like using rubber bands in tie dyeing). The yarns are strategically dyed prior to being woven, resulting in a fabulous striated pattern. This design has been known to various cultures for centuries, and it’s a hot trend you’re likely to see more of in 2013. Absolutely love it!

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Be still my heart. I have a MAJOR thing for Chesterfield sofas. They are classic, sophisticated, textural, versatile, awesome, fantastic, wonderfulness. Seriously. I can barely think. This is a problem.

Of course you don’t have to take my word for it. See for yourself!

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I’m back! What a lovely weekend it was. I didn’t end up pinning as much as I had originally planned, but that’s ok. Where I’m at is exactly where I’m supposed to be

In other news, I thought I would share some rockin’ recent finds from Etsy. Man, that site is truly a wonderland of awesome everything. Check it out!

Awesome, right? And who wouldn’t love that Daushound pup…

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Helllloooooo summer! There’s no denying it’s summertime with these crazy hot temperatures. Check out these super cool designs for outdoor spaces.

rug, umbrella, pillow, pillow, pillow, sofa, pitcher, planters, Buddha

Chevron. Honestly, it is everywhere! Chevron must seriously be on trend right now because I am bumping into it left and right. Just see for yourself.

Fortunately, I am still in the position of minimal responsibility when it comes to Thanksgiving. Well, in terms of food preparation that is. I think it is safe to say that I tend to fall into the role of “floater” in situations of family gatherings. Forgot a major ingredient? I’ll zip to the market. Kids need a distraction? Auntie to the rescue! Minor flooding in the basement? Tend to the turkey Mom, it’s under control.

As you may have guessed from my last entry, my initial reaction to Thanksgiving = ***FOOD!***. Hence, the post on decadent dining rooms. Nevertheless, I’d like to give props to those multi-taskers doning the aprons this year - enjoy these amazing kitchen images.