Couture Parlor

This room is at my parents house and some 10 years ago it was the bedroom that belonged to yours truly. :-) Now, however it has been transformed into a stunning parlor and viewing room for my photographer mom's clients. A deep, bold paint color hugs the walls while the white woodworking and zebra stripes hold for an outstanding contrast. This room makes you very comfortable...to the point where it is hard to leave.

 

 

Mirror Mirror on the Wall...

I believe in mirrors. Lots of Mirrors. Not for personal vanity reasons but for the reflection of light and space that they offer. They can really open up a room to make it feel larger and or brighter. Below is a beautiful set up where we actually wallpapered this accent wall and adorned it with a shimmery gold mirror an unfinished stone table and a few coordinating accents. It is one of the "Wow Factors" of this home.

Guest Room: UPDATED!

I was given a really cool shelf, which I spray painted black (of course) and hung it in the corner. I also framed some pictures of a recent snowboard trip and hung them above a few travel cases I have picked up at thrift stores over the last few months. Those travel cases then went under a bit of a spray paint makeover too. They are now home to my sewing supplies and tools.

 

2010: A Couture Christmas

Green and Gold Glam. Fabric swags. Pearls and Swirls. Feathers and Sticks and Pineapple Grass. This tree turned out to have a ton of style and a splash of romance. As I write this I sit cozily on my zebra chaise, cup of chamomile tea cooling off next to me, all lights off except for that of the tree and they dance magically; filling the room with twinkling, holiday blitz. I am officially ready for the season.

 

 A unique ornament I wanted to try this year was a photo frame. It really creates a romantic feel for the tree...like a love tree. haha! It's our love tree...

 For a tree topper I wanted something whimsical yet glamorous so I tied the fabric to create the look of the half of a bow complimented with peacock feathers and glitzie sticks.

 

And for the fancy shot (compliments of my beautiful mother):

Can't you just feel the warmth of the holiday season? Nothing cozier.  

 

Fab Foyer

This customer had a beautiful cabinet in the entryway of their home. However, she was looking to put the cabinet (filled with adorable photos and memories) down stairs in their family room and wanted a new and improved foyer with a clean, minimal yet welcoming display. See below for the transformation:

Before with cabinet:

 

 

We went with the look of a "Greek Goddess" and all parties were very pleased with the final product:

 

 

I don't have an foyer yet, but someday I will. It is on my list of things my next house must have. One of my favorite things is gathering in the foyer for welcomes and goodbyes... Someday...