Spruce Up Your Home for Spring

When you are living in your home day-in & day-out it is easy to become bored your with decor.  Changing a few items in your home each season helps bring your home to life. By simply adding a couple of fun pillows, a spunky shower curtain, or colorful napkins you are energizing your home!  You will be amazed at the difference these minor changes will make.  For spring and summer don't be scared to add some pops of color. I picked a few items that will help spruce up your home for spring- take a look!

I recently purchased this Elisabeth Michael shower curtain in a coral chevron pattern to add color to my grey bathroom.  I found mine on One Kings Lane (if you are not a member you must join!) but you can shop her Esty store for great pillows, shower curtains and drapes.

Adding seasonal elements to a tablescape is one of my favorite things and is so easy to do! When I was in Gift Gourmet & Interiors last month I came across these seersucker napkins by Kim Seybert and fell in love!  The seersucker with the neon stitching is perfect for a spring table.  Add even more color to your table with these colorful bamboo utensils.  They are available in tons of hues and with a price tag of only $9 for a set of three they won't break the bank.

Stack a few of these colorful lacquered boxes from the container store on your desk or end table.  Really make an impact by stacking varying sizes in one color. The orange reminds me of hermes boxes!

Chic Shop LA is a great place to find unique pieces on the internet.  Their hand painted pillows liven up a stuffy room.  Add a finial to the top of a lamp for a super quick change.  They have tons of choices- my favorite is the turquoise!   

Jonathan Adler has so many pieces that will liven up a home, but I am dying over this lacquered orange queen anne mirror. 

Enjoy!

-a.e.h.

Black on Black on Black

I adore rooms with black or dark grey walls.There is just something really sexy and glamorous about a dark wall. Especially if they are done in high gloss or lacquer. I seriously cannot get enough.  I thought I would share some of my favorites...

I went nuts over these black lacquered walls. How incredible does the peacock blue on the chairs look against the black walls?! They are perfect. March 2012 issue of Elle Decor

I love the traditional wood paneling on the walls with the sleek dark color. A modern approach to traditional living.  AtlantaHomesMag.com

via decorpad

Via Pinterest

Atlanta Homes Mag.com

If the walls were lacquered, you removed the antlers & added some large art AND replaced the lampshades this room pretty much equals my dream master bedroom.  via Thedecorista.com

Aren't they gorgeous?!
 
-a.e.h.

Stool School: How to Use Garden Stools Inside

Lately I have really been loving the look of a garden stool inside the home. A garden stool is very versatile.  These little guys can be used as a seat, ottoman, end table, a great home accent, or even a bedside table.   Buy a colorful stool as a quick way to spruce up a dull room- double them up for twice the impact!  Garden stools can fit in with any type of home decor and are a traditional piece that won't go out of style.  Pick one up at your local goodwill or thrift store, add a coat of colorful paint and you have a cheap & chic new piece for your home!

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Don't you love them?!

-a.e.h.

Bedroom Inspiration

All images via pinterest

Next week I am officially moving into my very own apartment.  This will be the first time I have lived without roommates, which means I am furnishing the apartment on my own (be watching for some DIY posts in the near future). This is a bit of a problem since I don't really own any substantial pieces.  Truthfully, I am completely unprepared for the move.  My strategy is to move in with the few pieces I have and slowly build my collection.  I am trying to avoid moving in with a ton of furniture I hate.  My plan may change after a couple of weeks of dining on the floor (I will keep you updated).  Anyways, I decided to start the decorating process in my bedroom.  I wanted to share some of the rooms I am drawing inspiration from. Enjoy!  

If you want to look at all the things that I am inspired by- follow me on pinterest!

-a.e.h.

Wish List: Lulie Wallace Art

When you give the gift of art, you are giving a gift that that lasts a lifetime!  A great piece of art moves with you from home to home and get passed down for generations. I want to share some gorgeous paintings that are on my wish list by Charleston artist, Lulie Wallace. I met Lulie many many years ago while volunteering at a Young Life camp in Virginia- she is a really special person! Her work is just as incredible and would make an amazing Christmas gift (hint hint).  Her Christmas shop is open now through December 31st and you can shop it here. 

Abstract No. 2 24X30 $550.00

Floral for Anna 16X16 $275.00

Flowers for Katie 8X10 $125.00

Liza's Flowers 18X18 $315.00

Sunflowers for Scarlett 14X14 $225.00

Aren't her paintings lovely?  I am dying to have one hanging on my wall!  It would definitely bring happiness into any home- you can't help but smile when you look at her work! 

Have a great weekend!

-a.e.h.






Great Finds For The Home: Under $150!

1. Robert Abbey Delta Table Lamp (comes in tons of colors!) 2. Avenue Six Curves Tufted Ottoman 3. Parsons Desk Less than $80!!! 4. Diane Von Furstenberg 5 Piece Gold Tone Place Setting 5. Pre-order Deborah Needleman's(former editor of Domino Magazine) book The Perfectly Imperfect Home: How to Decorate & Live Well 6. Illustrations by Emma Kisstina 7. Happy Chic by Jonathan Adler Ceramic Accent Lamp  8. Modern End Table 9. Lucite Tray 10. Acadia Gray & Cream Wastebasket

Hope you are having a great Monday!

-a.e.h.    

Office Space Inspiration

I have always had a slight obsession with the future.  Unfortunately, I am not a very "in the moment" kind of person and I spend too much time day dreaming about my future home, wardrobe, vacations, careers, etc. Lately, my thoughts have been focused on what my dream office/work space will look like.  I know for a fact that it will probably include both lucite and laquer furniture (I am a huge fan).  I wanted to share some of my office space inspiration I have been collecting on Pinterest. 

All Images Via Pinterest

Enjoy!

P.S. You can follow me on Pinterest HERE

Weekend Wear: Claudia Schiffer Cashmere Cape Dress, Kenneth Jay Lane Bib-Necklace(On SALE!), Chloe Tuscon Leather and Metal Boots
For the Office: By Malene Birger Silk and Wool-Blend Pants, Chloe Pleated Silk-Mousseline Blouse, Nixon Oversized Time Teller Watch, The Row Lizard Shoulder Bag

For Wear the Room I use inspiration from interior design to create a certain look(s).  Hope you enjoyed the first installment!

-a.e.h.

Hooked on the Breakfast Nook

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day so shouldn't there be a special place in your home to enjoy it?  I remember going to a friend's lake house when I was little and seeing their adorable breakfast nook.  From then on I was hooked! 

Love the blue and white and the pops of color the children's art work provides Via Elle Decor

Via Houzz.com

Love the bright pinks and orange in this room Via Pinterest

There are tons of great elements here! Love this!  Via Tumblr

Love the green and coral!  Via Sunset.com

Via House of Turquoise

Via My Design Chic

I pretty much adore everything about this breakfast nook!  The chairs, the art, the coral cushion...sigh!



I love the mix of masculine and feminine pieces the designer used for this area! Via My Design Chic



Interior designer Palmer Weiss' retro breakfast nook

I love this table and the curved striped bench! Via Pinterest

Hope you enjoyed these breakfast nooks!

-a.e.h.