Ready to cool off? Company coming? Our friends over at Coastal Living have gathered 21 refreshing beverages to offer your guests. Take a peek at a few of my favorites and then click over to Coastal Living to get these easy recipes. Your guests will be impressed!Peach FuzziesSauvignon Blanc SangriaUltimate Rum PunchPicnic Sangria (love the jars!)Photos by Howard L. Puckett, Fran Graler, and Jennifer Davick … [Read more...]
Beach House Bliss
June 25, 2010 by · 2 Comments
Since we're rolling into another hot, hot, HOT weekend, I thought I'd send some cool images your way to contemplate. View the entire selection at Elle Decor! photos by William Waldron, Roger Davies, and Karen Radkai … [Read more...]
Trowbridge Gallery at One Kings Lane
June 23, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Don't miss this spectacular collection of fine art and antique prints from the acclaimed Trowbridge Gallery over at One Kings Lane. Here's a sampling of their stunning offerings. … [Read more...]
Mix It Up
June 17, 2010 by · 1 Comment
One of my favorite websites, Elle Decor, is partnering with Olympia Paints for a great giveaway. Win two free gallons of paint -- you pick from over 1200 colors, though I'm mad about the blue pictured here! Entering is a snap: click here and fill out the information. It's that simple.Which room in your home will you repaint with your freebies? … [Read more...]
Bravo for This Show!
June 16, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Not so long ago, I swore off reality TV, but Bravo's new reality show "Work of Art" has made a liar out of me. Fourteen aspiring artists compete to become the "next big thing" with the winner garnering a one man (or woman) show. This show appeals to me on a couple of levels.I am all about bringing art to the average person. I have studied art off and on for 25 years and believe strongly in its value-- and I don't mean material … [Read more...]
More Hard-Working Decor
June 11, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I stumbled upon this sweet little blog called Smitten Blog Designs while in search of new look for What's On Heidi's Mind, and lo and behold, these creative gals are highlightng some beautiful work spaces themselves! This serene space is by West Elm (thanks for the image). Head on over to their site and view their work space ideas AND their incredible inventory of blog design templates. You're bound to be inspired! … [Read more...]
Hard Working Decor
June 10, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Organization challenges me daily and no where am I more challenged than in my home office. After all, it's the hub of my home, where I write, and where I run my SLAH business. But after many stops and starts, I've realized that sterile organizational systems are not for me. What works for my creative and over-active mind is organization with style. Fortunately, my SLAH business has afforded me many beautiful … [Read more...]
Cool Shades
June 7, 2010 by · 7 Comments
As the summer heats up, I find myself conjuring up images of cool ocean waters... and the beautiful blues and greens that soothe the soul. What if we brought those hues indoors? Blue is the one of the hot new trends in color this season, I'm finding. Not only can blue make a warm space feel cooler, but it also has a calming effect that is universal. Since the most inexpensive way to change a room is a gallon of paint, … [Read more...]
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