May 27, 2010

Morning Inspiration

A little secret of mine is that I visit a quite spot on the beach near my home as my morning ritual. Starting my day by the sea, listening to the waves, smelling the salt in the air, and seeing the beauty all around is such a lovely way for me to start my day. I spend about an hour taking in all I can and trying hard not to think about the day ahead of me. I have found that it provides me a sense of peace, calm and creativity that continues throughout my day and into the evening. Being in and around nature is such an inspiration for me and especially when I was developing my color palettes. I used many of the colors found on the beach, the sky and mountains, and the sea when creating the Fresh color palette.

This is what my eyes take in every morning. Ahh…the beauty that carries me through.

April 24, 2010

Refresh Your Outdoor Living Room

It is the time year to get ready for all your outdoor entertaining. Sprucing up the graden, cleaning the deck or patio and bringing out all of your outdoor furniture certainly gets you in the mood for entertaining.

Are you tired of you dull, boring furniture cushions? A new look on your seat cushions can change your entire outdoor living space. There are so many options available for sun protected outdoor fabrics and they range from bright contemporary fabrics and colors to more soft and muted tones. Any upholester can transform your look today. And yes you can even reupholester your umbrella!

March 28, 2010

Haley’s Cottage

Haley’s Cottage’s is our exclusive retailer of the Authentic Home Fabric line as well as the Authentic Home COLOR Paint line.  I will be available to answer all of your paint and design questions at their Spring Color Event on Saturday April 24th from 1pm – 4pm.  Hope to see you then!

 This beautifully merchandised store provides an escape from the day to day and allows you to be visually stimulated from all of the updated “shabby chic” home decor items.  Cindy Sullivan, founder and interior designer, has created a sanctuary for all your senses. 

Located in the heart of the downtown Kirkland shopping district, make it your first stop when shopping for a new home accessory or a gift for a special friend.  Or visit Haley’s website at www.haleyscottage.com to get inspired. You are sure to find something unique to make you smile.  Enjoy!!

October 27, 2009

Bedroom Sanctuaries

I was inspired by these beautiful, serene bedroom images to share with you my views on the importance of creating a peaceful space in your home.   

I so often find that the master bedroom is the last room in the home to be transformed.  The family room or kitchen is often the focus of attention.  Yet in order to give energy back to yourself or to your family, you need a place of restful retreat.  A bedroom should not be cluttered with “stuff” or have energy zappers such as tv’s/dvd’s or anything else high tech in them.  Your sanctuary needs to be a space for you to renew and refresh your energy.   

This is the time of year we all are hibernating in our homes.  Perhaps a new paint color with a new set of draperies or a new duvet cover will create that sanctuary for you.  Why not transform your bedroom this month and experience your own transformation.