my friend (erika) over at DELPHINE is having another SALE with ONE KINGS LANE coming up this weekend. if you aren't already a member of one kings lane...then you should sign up right now to receive info (in your email inbox) about upcoming home goods, stationery and other hi-style items that are offered at special prices. this weekend you'll be able to get fancy & fun items from delphine at a great cost. 2/1/11
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
my friend (erika) over at DELPHINE is having another SALE with ONE KINGS LANE coming up this weekend. if you aren't already a member of one kings lane...then you should sign up right now to receive info (in your email inbox) about upcoming home goods, stationery and other hi-style items that are offered at special prices. this weekend you'll be able to get fancy & fun items from delphine at a great cost. 
1/25/11
DIM PROJECT - NAPKINS turned to PILLOWS
so happy about a couple of things. FIRST THING... that i finally took a couple of sewing lessons from my friend (Laura Prince - SEW INSPIRED). my mom gave me a fab little sewing machine when i was first married (yes, 13 years ago) and i just recently busted the thing out to begin doing a bunch of fun sewing projects. SECOND THING i'm happy about is that i was able to sew a couple of super cute accent pillows for my lil' house.
oh...and did i mention that this first pillow project was made from cocoa/ivory toile fabric napkins found at a local thrift store. (4 napkins for $2.00). oh sure...toile may be a little outdated...but like... who cares...i still like it.
i also used a cocoa/ivory ticking stripe fabric remnant from a past project which worked out great as a coordinating back fabric. made 2 shams.
and so, the finished napkin/pillow project complete and a new addition to family room. i must say... i'm actually a little impressed with myself.
so happy about a couple of things. FIRST THING... that i finally took a couple of sewing lessons from my friend (Laura Prince - SEW INSPIRED). my mom gave me a fab little sewing machine when i was first married (yes, 13 years ago) and i just recently busted the thing out to begin doing a bunch of fun sewing projects. SECOND THING i'm happy about is that i was able to sew a couple of super cute accent pillows for my lil' house.
oh...and did i mention that this first pillow project was made from cocoa/ivory toile fabric napkins found at a local thrift store. (4 napkins for $2.00). oh sure...toile may be a little outdated...but like... who cares...i still like it.
i also used a cocoa/ivory ticking stripe fabric remnant from a past project which worked out great as a coordinating back fabric. made 2 shams.
and so, the finished napkin/pillow project complete and a new addition to family room. i must say... i'm actually a little impressed with myself.
1/10/11
FAB LIGHTING STYLES
i've been working on a kitchen redesign for client with a style that i define as 'modern country.' we're doing black shaker style lower cabinets, set on an ashy-style oak floor and black wall shelves against a linen-grey colored wall. still deciding on a countertop (torn between carrera marble or a neutral limestone) ANYWHOO....because the foundation of the kitchen is fairly simple i'm proposing to add touches of whimsy to the space with uber-fab lighting options. my client needs lighting above the apron sink, above the eat-in bar and in the center of the kitchen space in general. so, in researching lighting options i came across BARN LIGHT ELECTRIC and their fabulous lighting options good for 'rustic, barn, vintage and modern' styles. prices are reasonable...and you most definitely need to check out their industrial farmhouse pieces as well. (note: stay tuned for b&a photos of this kitchen project. scheduled to finish in 5 weeks)
i've been working on a kitchen redesign for client with a style that i define as 'modern country.' we're doing black shaker style lower cabinets, set on an ashy-style oak floor and black wall shelves against a linen-grey colored wall. still deciding on a countertop (torn between carrera marble or a neutral limestone) ANYWHOO....because the foundation of the kitchen is fairly simple i'm proposing to add touches of whimsy to the space with uber-fab lighting options. my client needs lighting above the apron sink, above the eat-in bar and in the center of the kitchen space in general. so, in researching lighting options i came across BARN LIGHT ELECTRIC and their fabulous lighting options good for 'rustic, barn, vintage and modern' styles. prices are reasonable...and you most definitely need to check out their industrial farmhouse pieces as well. (note: stay tuned for b&a photos of this kitchen project. scheduled to finish in 5 weeks)
1/1/11
A QUICK STYLING & STAGING PROJECT
i was lucky enough to wrap up 2010 with a quick styling & staging project for a revamped little beach cottage in downtown encinitas. my client had just finished the charmingly modern (and i mean...super sweet and cute) re-do and asked me to stage the property within a week so the home could hit the market next asap. so with a strict budget (under $4500) i pulled accessible... size appropriate furniture and accessories together from christmas eve through new years eve. my client was thrilled with the simply styled look...as it will undoubtedly help potential buyers envision themselves living in the fabulously adorable beach house. (p.s. sorry for the not-so-fab photos...they were taken with my phone)
12/20/10
HOLIDAY bridal party LUNCHEON
so, i share a charming little suite (in carlsbad village) with my talented friend hannah (from modern bouquet) ...one of her bridal clients wanted to host a bridesmaid luncheon for her closest girlfriends and other gals in the bridal party. long story long.....she currently lives in colorado, but her family and friends still live here in San Diego so she knew she wanted to have the luncheon for everyone when she came into town for the holidays. we had to come up with something clever...and we came up with the idea of hosting the luncheon on december 24th, christmas eve (exactly 6 months to the day of the actual wedding date). we thought it would be fun to create a festive lunch- full of girlish charm and a little bit of the Christmas spirit. who doesn’t love feminine, sweet and festive all rolled up into one? the brunch was themed around the pink bridesmaid dress that she had chosen 2 months ago, and would reveal to her friends that day. her plan was to ask each girl to be a bridesmaid at her wedding after the big reveal. a color palette of shimmery whites and soft pinks combined with traditional holiday accents for the flowers, invitations and tabletop décor. we created a mock up for her at the suite 3 weeks ago, and my other talented suite mate chelsea (from chelsea anne photography) took pictures for us to send to the bride before she came into town. all printed pieces combined a little vintage nostalgia feel with modern charm. the inspirational piece (the bridesmaid dress) is adorned with a coordinating cluster of flowers and a “will you be my bridesmaid” hang tag. each place setting is detailed with the bridesmaids name…and a personalized note written for each guest by the bride herself. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
so, i share a charming little suite (in carlsbad village) with my talented friend hannah (from modern bouquet) ...one of her bridal clients wanted to host a bridesmaid luncheon for her closest girlfriends and other gals in the bridal party. long story long.....she currently lives in colorado, but her family and friends still live here in San Diego so she knew she wanted to have the luncheon for everyone when she came into town for the holidays. we had to come up with something clever...and we came up with the idea of hosting the luncheon on december 24th, christmas eve (exactly 6 months to the day of the actual wedding date). we thought it would be fun to create a festive lunch- full of girlish charm and a little bit of the Christmas spirit. who doesn’t love feminine, sweet and festive all rolled up into one? the brunch was themed around the pink bridesmaid dress that she had chosen 2 months ago, and would reveal to her friends that day. her plan was to ask each girl to be a bridesmaid at her wedding after the big reveal. a color palette of shimmery whites and soft pinks combined with traditional holiday accents for the flowers, invitations and tabletop décor. we created a mock up for her at the suite 3 weeks ago, and my other talented suite mate chelsea (from chelsea anne photography) took pictures for us to send to the bride before she came into town. all printed pieces combined a little vintage nostalgia feel with modern charm. the inspirational piece (the bridesmaid dress) is adorned with a coordinating cluster of flowers and a “will you be my bridesmaid” hang tag. each place setting is detailed with the bridesmaids name…and a personalized note written for each guest by the bride herself. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
12/13/10
the SWEET SUITE on STATE STREET
just a quick shot of the new window signage that was installed over the weekend. the white lettering on the outside window goes perfectly with the shades of whites on the charming lil' inside of the suite. the lil' suite on state street is available by appointment .... and has turned out to be the perfect spot to meet with friends and clients. me and the girls (photographer: chelsea of chelseaanne.com and florist: hannah of modern-bouquet.com) love the new view from the sidewalk.
just a quick shot of the new window signage that was installed over the weekend. the white lettering on the outside window goes perfectly with the shades of whites on the charming lil' inside of the suite. the lil' suite on state street is available by appointment .... and has turned out to be the perfect spot to meet with friends and clients. me and the girls (photographer: chelsea of chelseaanne.com and florist: hannah of modern-bouquet.com) love the new view from the sidewalk.
12/1/10
WAREHOUSE SALE this saturday...
erika from delphine is joining up with another local stationery company (elum) for a warehouse sale this coming saturday. you won't wanna miss the good products...and good prices. swing by for lots of delphine letterpress goodies, limited edition prints, and holiday cards. all at wholesale or below prices! delphine will also be bringing furniture, warehouse supplies, studio supplies, letterpress supplies (and even a tabletop press) for sale. ya' might wanna get there early!
erika from delphine is joining up with another local stationery company (elum) for a warehouse sale this coming saturday. you won't wanna miss the good products...and good prices. swing by for lots of delphine letterpress goodies, limited edition prints, and holiday cards. all at wholesale or below prices! delphine will also be bringing furniture, warehouse supplies, studio supplies, letterpress supplies (and even a tabletop press) for sale. ya' might wanna get there early!
11/26/10
i'm so thrilled that my fab friend, Wendy Ware of wendelline papers, has the most incredible set of holiday gift tags available again this year. Wendy offers hand calligraphed tags with unique die-cut shapes and glitter details. i'm telling ya'...a simply wrapped package can easily go glam with one of these special lil' tags dangling from the ribbon. check out the other beautiful products offered at www.wendellinepapers.com or take a trip to seaside papery (coronado) if you're local.
11/18/10
FALL IS IN THE AIR
it's that wonderful time of year when the weather changes (well only a little bit of a change from our san diego summer weather), the kids are looking forward to a week of school vaction and clients ask me to begin styling their homes and shops for the holidays. just installed a fall-decor project for my fab client HOMETOWN REALTY based in san elijo. i've been so lucky to work with the owner ( Mary Maloney) from the beginning her boutique-style realty office began. we started with logo/identity and grew into the build-out, design and decor of her 'modern vintage loft' style office right in the hub of san elijo. although the big project is complete...i'm thrilled to style the place as needed...like for instance this holiday season. because the Hometown Realty office has a rather 'nostalgic-like' feel i designed pieces that worked as focal points (interesting vignettes) throughout the office comprised of natural textures of burlap, seagrass, twine and twigs along with tarnished vintage silver and mercury glass vessels. the vintage thanksgiving themed postcard images added a little touch of charm. now i'm so excited to create a my style board for Hometown's christmas/new years decor and installation.
it's that wonderful time of year when the weather changes (well only a little bit of a change from our san diego summer weather), the kids are looking forward to a week of school vaction and clients ask me to begin styling their homes and shops for the holidays. just installed a fall-decor project for my fab client HOMETOWN REALTY based in san elijo. i've been so lucky to work with the owner ( Mary Maloney) from the beginning her boutique-style realty office began. we started with logo/identity and grew into the build-out, design and decor of her 'modern vintage loft' style office right in the hub of san elijo. although the big project is complete...i'm thrilled to style the place as needed...like for instance this holiday season. because the Hometown Realty office has a rather 'nostalgic-like' feel i designed pieces that worked as focal points (interesting vignettes) throughout the office comprised of natural textures of burlap, seagrass, twine and twigs along with tarnished vintage silver and mercury glass vessels. the vintage thanksgiving themed postcard images added a little touch of charm. now i'm so excited to create a my style board for Hometown's christmas/new years decor and installation.
7/7/10
COOL JEWEL WEEK at the workshop studio
what a blast! the premiere of my COOL JEWEL WORKSHOP SESSION has been so much fun for me (and the girls)! in addition to designing and making super fab couture crafts...it's such a joy for me to watch individual creativity shine in these young girls. to think that they all begin with the same blank slate, have access to the same tools and supplies (and snacks...hee hee) and yet they each create their own work of art. sooooooo fun to see! Jenna and Jamie (above) were workin' on their 'deco glam bracelets'...a project that was inspired by a recent browsing trip at a "free people" clothing boutique where they were for sale. today (the second day of the workshop session) i was thrilled to see 2 of the girls wearing their uber-cute bracelet sets. still to come this week..a funky wire cluster rings, upcylcled t-shirt necklace and a deco-glam dress form.
what a blast! the premiere of my COOL JEWEL WORKSHOP SESSION has been so much fun for me (and the girls)! in addition to designing and making super fab couture crafts...it's such a joy for me to watch individual creativity shine in these young girls. to think that they all begin with the same blank slate, have access to the same tools and supplies (and snacks...hee hee) and yet they each create their own work of art. sooooooo fun to see! Jenna and Jamie (above) were workin' on their 'deco glam bracelets'...a project that was inspired by a recent browsing trip at a "free people" clothing boutique where they were for sale. today (the second day of the workshop session) i was thrilled to see 2 of the girls wearing their uber-cute bracelet sets. still to come this week..a funky wire cluster rings, upcylcled t-shirt necklace and a deco-glam dress form.
6/30/10
SOOOOO SUPER CUTE...
i'm so excited that my friend wendy ware of WENDELLINE PAPERS was a huge success at the new york stationery show this past spring (as i knew she would be!!!). let me tell you...this girl is talented! her new hand-calligraphed products can be purchased on her website or found at fine retailers nationwide. all the details (glitter accents, charming crystals, cute ribbons etc.) are must haves for your next event, gift giving occasion or "just because you need to have it."
6/12/10
girls + music + treats = super fab COUTURE CRAFT parties
it's been such a fun week for me...and i think for the many girls who were guests at the "SCHOOL'S OUT SOIREE" couture craft workshop parties. a few parties this week and another party next week where a bunch of gal pals get together to celebrate the end of a good school year...and welcome the beginning of a fun summer. among the cupcakes, candy, french lemonade and lady gaga tunes the girls created a welcome summer MEMORY JAR to capture all the dimensional memories they'll collect from the season. too fun!
6/1/10
COUTURE CRAFT WORKSHOPS
now available for older kids (ie: adults)
i have been spending the last week or so organizing the fun details of my COUTURE CRAFT WORKSHOPS open house held at the charming little location in carlsbad village. you can check out a few cute open house pics of some of the guests/girls that enjoyed putting together a little 'make & take' during the party. so, the open house went great and i received lots of great feedback, some of which were from the adult gals that attended. they suggested that i should offer more workshop options for the adult crowd. now...i'm happy to introduce a few more adult workshop dates on the new WORKSHOP website (no more WORKSHOP blog). with the new website you can get the scoop on the schedule (for kids, adults and parties), see photos of the crafts and even register online. how simple is that!?!
SUMMER MEMORY JAR WORKSHOP
bring a friend and your creative energy to craft a summer memory jar.
using stylish inspiration from the colors of summer, the beach, travel, vacations etc.
you will have a blast making a charming lil' jar
(funky, vintage or whatever style you'd like) that will be a
dimensional keepsake...a "whimsy-chic" twist
to the traditional scrapbook/travel journal.
(keep shells, sand, ticket stubs, love notes, invitations, programs,
matchbooks, photos, maps, fabric swatches, etc)
now available for older kids (ie: adults)
i have been spending the last week or so organizing the fun details of my COUTURE CRAFT WORKSHOPS open house held at the charming little location in carlsbad village. you can check out a few cute open house pics of some of the guests/girls that enjoyed putting together a little 'make & take' during the party. so, the open house went great and i received lots of great feedback, some of which were from the adult gals that attended. they suggested that i should offer more workshop options for the adult crowd. now...i'm happy to introduce a few more adult workshop dates on the new WORKSHOP website (no more WORKSHOP blog). with the new website you can get the scoop on the schedule (for kids, adults and parties), see photos of the crafts and even register online. how simple is that!?! SUMMER MEMORY JAR WORKSHOP
bring a friend and your creative energy to craft a summer memory jar.
using stylish inspiration from the colors of summer, the beach, travel, vacations etc.
you will have a blast making a charming lil' jar
(funky, vintage or whatever style you'd like) that will be a
dimensional keepsake...a "whimsy-chic" twist
to the traditional scrapbook/travel journal.
(keep shells, sand, ticket stubs, love notes, invitations, programs,
matchbooks, photos, maps, fabric swatches, etc)
5/16/10
ANOTHER TEACHER GIFT IDEA
back by request is another option for a custom stationery gift for those special teachers. with summer in mind i have created a whimsy-chic set of notecards. 20 cards and matching envelopes (with glitter detail...of course) ready-to-give in a beach themed lil' tote. $25 (plus shipping if applicable)...taking orders through June 10th.everybody loves personalized stationery
something a person wants, but never orders for themself
something a person wants, but never orders for themself
5/11/10
LOVE THIS CHAIR PAIR
{ BEFORE }while visiting URBAN BARN'S flea market event a couple of weeks ago, my friend Chelsea (Chelsea Anne Photography) and i also swung by the salvation army (in escondido, ca). among all the treasures and trash Chelsea (who pointed out my obsession with chairs) discovered this wonderful pair...just for me! with new inspiration from the flea market...and ideas from another crafty gal (my friend Gana, who lives in an adorable beach cottage in manhattan beach, ca) i decided the $25 bucks for the chair pair would be well spent.
{ AFTER }i love this chair pair! so simple and so cute. when is 'white' ever wrong? with a nice shade of white and new natural burlap seats these two will be perfect for the WORKSHOPS studio i'm moving into this saturday. but for now, i will enjoy them for a few days since they look darn lovely in my house.
5/3/10
SCHOOL IS ALMOST OUT - TEACHER GIFTS
okay...so there's still another 5-6 weeks of school left but i'm starting to get requests for TEACHER GIFTS so i thought i'd take a couple pics of what i'm doing (so far) for clients to give to their kids' teachers this year. 
thoughtful, simple and sweet... 20 custom notecards (detailed with glitter) and coordinating envelopes wrapped up in a box with ribbon and matching gift tag. ready to give for $25 (plus shipping if applicable). taking orders through June 10theverybody loves personalized stationery
something a person wants, but never orders for themself
4/29/10
DIM (did it myself) UPCYCLED CHAIR
i came across an old cruddy chair at a garage sale and couldn't pass it up for 3-bucks. i knew there would be some painting involved, but didn't want to paint it white (which is my answer for everything..."oh just paint it white" or "it would be cute if it was white" etc). turns out that i've been seeing quite a bit of green lately...(DELPHINE's studio redesign, several mags and blogs) and decided to paint the chair green.
note: erika (from Delphine) is having a TAG SALE at her home/studio
in rancho santa fe on on saturday 5/1. you do not wanna miss it!
it's going to be a treasure filled morning (full of fab stuff and good prices).
you can click on her blog link to read more about the super sale
{ delphine tag sale }
in rancho santa fe on on saturday 5/1. you do not wanna miss it!
it's going to be a treasure filled morning (full of fab stuff and good prices).
you can click on her blog link to read more about the super sale
{ delphine tag sale }
even after a nice coat of fresh granny smith apple green, i decided to bolt one of my super cute 'fabric-o-pauged' tins that i typically use for my custom stationery gifts (from BRODYANDMA etsy shop) to the seat of the chair. this way, when i toss random receipts in...or my husband throws a heap of mail in there...the tin container won't move around, go crooked or fall off. i also thought a couple of hooks would work well too...and suddenly i have a cute lil' catch-all for all of the stuff that collects by the back door.
4/27/10
NEVER ENOUGH PILLOWS
why is it that i love every piece of furniture in my house filled (or should i say "overloaded") with pillows? my husband hates that there are 8 pillows on our bed (6 decorative, 2 for sleeping) and he constantly comments that "there are so many pillows on the sofa, there's no room to sit on the sofa." and i say..."there are never enough pillows!"
as you know, pillows not only add interest and comfort to a room, they are immediate indicators of style (elegant, romantic, cottage, coastal, modern etc). just make sure your inserts/fill are always 'down filled' for that uber-comfy (karate chop on the top) look.i have a couple different design/style projects (one retail, one home) that are winding down to actual installation...therefore i've been on the hunt for finishing touches like...you guessed it...pillows. bored with the off-the-rack and catalog options i've turned to etsy and found some super fab sellers that offer great looks (modern, french/vintage, eclectic and whimsy-cottage) for decorative pillows and pillow cover options.
now i just need to decide which pillows to get for my client(s)...and which pillows to get for me!
as you know, pillows not only add interest and comfort to a room, they are immediate indicators of style (elegant, romantic, cottage, coastal, modern etc). just make sure your inserts/fill are always 'down filled' for that uber-comfy (karate chop on the top) look.i have a couple different design/style projects (one retail, one home) that are winding down to actual installation...therefore i've been on the hunt for finishing touches like...you guessed it...pillows. bored with the off-the-rack and catalog options i've turned to etsy and found some super fab sellers that offer great looks (modern, french/vintage, eclectic and whimsy-cottage) for decorative pillows and pillow cover options.
now i just need to decide which pillows to get for my client(s)...and which pillows to get for me!
4/18/10
ALREADY LOOKIN' FORWARD TO SATURDAY
as much as i love those barn sale weekends out in the beautiful countryside of fallbrook (california)...i'm thrilled that there is now another uber-chic vintage, flea market fair a little closer to my home and studio. this weekend URBAN BARN will be hosting a vintage flea market within an 8000 square foot barn in escondido (california). i can't wait to see the goods, meet the owner and see the many talented vendors sharing their fab finds. i'm takin' my list of "still need to find" items for my home...and i'm prepared to just drool and die over what's in store! maybe i'll see you there...
4/12/10
KMART....FOR REAL....I'M SERIOUS
i'm working on a great styling project...a boutique/office (for a local realty company) that's opening in may. i put together a bunch of clippings, fabrics and swatches for a quick reference style board for myself and my client. while putting together the eclectic mix of vintage, french and modern styles we're planning to implement i came across a cute frenchy-like accent chair from KMART. yes, for real...i'm serious....i said "KMART!" oh and did i mention that the chair is $99! don't get me wrong... i know they'll arrive in a box (we're ordering 4-6) and a ton of assembly will be required...but i think with a little sanding on the edges (to shabby it up a little) the chairs will be perfect for the reception area of the new space. check out the other coordinating items from the Country Living Collection and stay tuned for the b&a photos from my styling project.
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