Life would be pretty "blah" without colour in it. It's a way to express our individuality, our creativity, and to make our homes interesting as well as beautiful. Even if your style is minimalistic and modern, there is always room for colour and pattern somewhere. Where to start? Where to find inspiration? A great way to introduce some colour into your space can be with artwork. Art is very personal, so what you select really says something about you and your style. Do you like modern, abstract, still life, traditional, landscapes, watercolours, or photography? Some people like a bit of everything and a mix is always a good thing. Whatever your style, art "speaks to us" and if we love it, we buy it and take it home. I usually know within about 10 seconds if it is the piece for me, an … [Read more...]
Time For The Reveal With Valspar and Ace Hardware
It’s reveal time. When I told you about the summer colors we are loving this year, I said I would tell you how we were going to get them in our lives in a big way and here it is: That’s right – paint chips. I recently received a “color wheel” full of inspiration in the mail from Valspar Paint and Ace Hardware . Have you ever felt overwhelmed in the paint section of a large home improvement store? Too much to look at, maybe not enough help or not the right help? Good news! Ace Hardware has teamed with Valspar to create a boutique style experience in their stores. Just like the curated, edited experience you have in a clothing, beauty or jewelry boutique – it’s now available at Ace in The Paint Studio. The beautiful blue green aquas we loved were perfectly portrayed in Valspar … [Read more...]
Color Trends We Love
It’s summer. School is out and the flowers are blooming. We’re planning vacations and shopping for great looks to wear to BBQs and meetings. We are trading out bulky home accessories for lighter looks. Opening the windows and trying new recipes on the grill. We’ve also discovered summer is a great time for new colors to fill your life. There are a couple color trends we are loving right now and you’ve probably seen them too. First are blue green aquas that remind us of those beautiful beach scenes in our dream vacations. On nails and shoes it exudes confidence. As a flowy top we are thinking breezes and relaxation. Plus this color is a perfect compliment to all the popular home decor metallics - gold, bronze, silver. Then there the berry pinks that are warm and cool all … [Read more...]
Planting the Color of The Year – Radiant Orchid Plants in Your Garden
The color of the year, chosen by Pantone, is Radiant Orchid. It's a bright purply-pink color and it's a huge hit in home decor accents and fun office accessories all over the place. But if you want to GROW something in your garden or home landscaping that features the color of the year can you? The answer is yes! See some of my favorite plants that will bring the radiant color of the year to your outdoor spaces. Hatsuzakura Tulips from Colorblends Oh I adore these gorgeous tulips by Colorblends. Plant bulbs in the fall when the leaves start turning colors for gorgeous blooms in the following spring. Lavender Bloom-a-Thon Azaleas by Proven Winners These Azaleas are reblooming azaleas so they are shade-loving, evergreen shrubs that flower at least twice a year with … [Read more...]
Spray Paint Home Decor Makeovers – 3 Cool Ways To Jazz Up Your Home Accessories
I don't know about you, but I have plenty of home accessories that can use a few new coats of paint. Paint can transform a piece drastically, and make it look brand new. Most of us have a certain color scheme that we use consistently throughout our homes, and sometimes spray painting a Serving Tray, or an Ornate styled mirror, a Mid Century Modern Cabinet, can add tons of interest to a space. I am not one to run and buy new, I like to keep what I have and spray paint if I inspired by another color! Serving Tray, Mirror & Modern Cabinet: Before Use What You Have I have a shelf lined with almost every color of spray paint, so I try my best not to make any unnecessary purchases. Believe me I am always looking for a good reason to shop at my local home store, but I … [Read more...]
Fall Photography – Fashion Inspiration
As summer comes to an end and our anticipation for fall grows bigger each day, many families start to think about having family photos taken. The holidays are rapidly approaching, the kids are back in school and the temperatures are a little bit cooler - fall is the perfect time to get professional photos taken. The number one question I get asked when a client books a session is, "What should we wear?!" It can be the most stressful part of taking photos, but with these tips you will be on your way to fun, stylish and beautiful family portraits. 1) Color - gone are the days of white t-shirts and jeans or every family member wearing the same outfit. Fall is a gorgeous time of year and the color of your clothes should reflect the season! Jewel tones are always a great option during this … [Read more...]
