Workspace Wednesday: Hint of Yellow
Sep. 1 10
There is something about the color yellow that turns even the dullest of spaces into cheery ones at the drop of a dime. Its like little beams of sunshine. And what better place to infuse a little yellow, than the place you spend most of your time, like say a workspace for example. What do you think?
Marie Nichols Beautiful Workspace (above)
For the Weekend
Aug. 27 10
Because the weekends are made for lounging, I thought I would roundup some beautiful bedrooms before I head out for the weekend.
And I didn’t forget about weekend links this week either. Yeah! Scroll all the way down to the bottom for those. See you Monday!
above image via Get Togetha
Beautiful Bedroom Light + Sleep Space
And a few links for your weekend:
-I did a really fun interview with Claudia of A Place for Twiggs that went up this morning here. I talked about what life was like for me when I was ten, an old obsession, my love for sweets, and a couple of other things. Check it out if you have a little time. I’d love to know what you think.
-Loving this decorative storage solution for shoes (heels specifically). Great weekend project.
-Make them Love you. Then Ask for Money: An article from Itty Biz that will make you think about the way you run your business.
- Get 15% off $40 or more at Fabric.comwith coupon code “DOD810″
More DIY Home Projects with Tali Schiffer
Aug. 26 10
Last week, we had the pleasure of peeking into photographer, Tali Schiffer‘s home, and learned how to easily hang an art wall. And this week, I am excited to be sharing three more wonderful home diy projects from Tali. So, let’s just dive right in…
A cozy woodland-inspired bedroom: Above. This is probably my favorite project from their home makeover. And only took a day to complete. Tali and her man created an accent wall in their bedroom, using a can of paint and some wall decals from Etsy. This is a really affordable alternative to wallpaper, and has similar results in terms of impact. Perfect for a bedroom. Love that dark grey color. Read more about this project here.
Seeing Stripes: Okay, seriously this is so simple to do and adds a lot of personality to the dining area. Tali scored a vintage table that was the ideal size for their small kitchen quarters and had the top refinished . Originally, the top of the table was a wood finish, so the couple had it custom covered with light blue Formica and a white stripe on the top.
But after they actually got the table into the space, they felt it looked a little odd, and they needed a visual cue that would help divide the kitchen and the living-room. So what did they do? Inspired by the stripe on their newly purchased table, they decided to carry that stripe on to the wall and ceiling to bring everything together. What a great idea! Read more about this project here.
Installing a new light fixture: And last but not least, we have a before and after: light fixture edition. The before is that top image. As you can see, the old light fixture was well, lacking a little something. The new replacement has great, simple lines, and although according to Tali it was a bit of pain to install, I think the end result was definitely worth the labor. Read more about this project here.
Thanks again for sharing your home with us Tali! Please visit Tali at the following links:
Room by Room – the Wegner Sawbuck Chair
Aug. 26 10
This week, Room by Room with FormFire Glassworks takes a look at the return of a classic, the Wegner Sawbuck chair.
Although Hans Wegner’s Wishbone chair has become a clear iconic piece, some of his other work has been a bit less known. His Sawbuck chair, designed in 1951, was re-released through Room & Board following Wegner’s passing in 2007. Its warm combination of walnut and oak combined with the handcrafted look of interlocking joinery make this piece a classic in its own right. Strong clean lines in a comfortable relaxed lounge-style add personality and texture to your modern living space.
The joinery of the Sawbuck Chair’s connections is echoed by the clearly handcrafted nature of today’s accessory picks. Bent walnut veneer is held in a curve by a smoky acrylic base to provide a place to store a few bottles of wine. Handprinted fabric in a offbeat geometric patterned pillow adds a touch of color to the scene. A reclaimed piece of wood is modified to become a centerpiece iPod stand, while a set of ceramic nesting bowls in a sage tone can be placed all in one place or used singly to hold precious items. A gullwing bench with a walnut frame is laced in danish cord to add another layer of handcrafted texture.
Next week I will choose a new iconic piece and give you my picks for accessorizing your modern home.
Sleeping Nook
Aug. 25 10
UPDATED: Once small and unusable spaces are being transformed into the most amazing sleeping nooks. The results are casual and super cozy. It makes me want to curl up with a book (yes, I’ve actually started reading) and take a long nap.
(above) Sleeping Nook + Sleeping Nook/ Workspace via You are my Fave
Cozy Nooks and Crannies + Read and Sleep Space
Bunting Fever: The Green Gables
Aug. 20 10
I think its safe to say, the bunting craze is here to stay. I personally love it. And so I naturally adore today’s shop of the day on the exhibition site: The Green Gables. I feel like I get bunting fever when I visit this shop. So fun!
And at the risk of using the word bunting for the fourth time (I know, I’m sorry), all I can think about right now are these fabric bunting / garlands and how they would be the perfect end-of-summer party decoration. What do you think?
Special Offer: 20% off everything in The Green Gables etsy shop THIS WEEKEND ONLY! No code necessary. Refund via paypal.
So, hurry on over and visit The Green Gables on etsy to explore more handmade items for you and your home.
