Showing posts with label shell decor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shell decor. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Inspiration Tuesday - Clean Lines and Beachy Pastels

As my blog starts to take shape (somewhat), I am starting to see patterns forming on the themes I blog about on certain days of the week. I had a thought as I was lying in my bed this morning wide awake before I needed to be of course, I think I am going to have a theme for everyday of the week, well maybe not everyday because I don't see myself blogging everyday, but maybe four or five! Here is the schedule I am looking at as of right now:

Monday: Write about anything interesting I experienced over the weekend that is worth sharing, and any projects I completed in the past week
Tuesday: Inspiring photos I came across throughout the week online and in print
Wednesday: Follow the making of a certain object, instruct readers on how to create an item
Thursday: Write about a topic in decorative arts, i.e. milk glass, where it comes from, how it is used today, etc...because I have to put that Art History major to use :)
Not sure about Fridays yet, something short and sweet I am thinking!

Suggestions welcome!

Sooo to go along with Inspiration Tuesdays, I have chosen to post photos of decorated rooms by Tracey Rapisardi whose style is, "clean lines and beachy pastels, a mishmash of new and old furniture unified by color and fabric”.  Enjoy!



I am loving the white and blue stripes - I can't wait to try it on one of my pieces!


love that damask, so elegant!

Ahh, I could see mom making sandwiches in here with kids and family running in from the beach for lunch.


What I like about this room most is the combination of all the fun pieces like the mermaid print and natural shells in the corner shelf mixed with the elegant and formal.


love blue glass! Here is a piece I had in my shop, sold to my good friend Jules!





Thursday, October 15, 2009

I'm in love with the fall...

Although I am definitely a warm weather, beach-loving girl, it is hard not to fall in love with the fall season here in Connecticut. I love walking out of my apartment in the morning with a warm cup of coffee on a crisp fall day - there is nothing more refreshing than that air! I also love walking down narrow tree-lined streets glowing with red, yellow, and orange leaves and spooky halloween decorations popping in people's yards. And finally, I love coming home to my lovey and having a nice dinner with a nice glass of cabernet on our couch - I love it!

Back to the beach - As I try to work up the motivation to get crafting, I visited House Beautiful's website and typed 'coastal' for some working inspiration. I found this incredible home in Connecticut decorated by Jason Bell, and I'm going to share it all with you :)


what a beautiful image to walk into everyday. i love all the white and beige, so refreshing!


throwing the coral into the mix is the perfect punch




how nice for summer entertaining! I could totally see a wicker tray coming out with fun summery cocktails and snacks for guests :)






I love this room!! I want that bed, and on that note, buona notte :)

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Tuesday's Inspiring Photos

Some of my favorite bloggers put up photos they love, and I love looking at their blogs, so I thought I would try it out tonight :) I took photos from two different websites and named them each a theme, enjoy!



Talk about a shell mirror!! I LOVE this bathroom - Beachy Elegance


Beachy Elegance

Coastal and Rustic Simplicity

Coastal and Rustic Simplicty

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I'm loving this rustic feel
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