10 Ways to Embrace Red, White, and Blue this July 4th.

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Do you incorporate patriotic touches of red, white, and blue into your decor for July 4th? I actually love the idea of adding splashes of patriotic colors for July 4th in the decor although I mostly go all out with the colors on the outside...

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I already have my patriotic outfit too though it's not as fabulous as this one! Happy long weekend and Happy 4th everyone! Be safe. xx

Plants on Shelves.

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Plants have an uncanny way of infusing life anywhere they are placed and shelfies with plants are just  so joyous!

Photography | Maree Homer Styling | Kirsten Bookalil

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my own plants on shelf at home

What are you waiting for? Put some plants on that shelfie! Happy Wednesday everyone. xx

Alfred House Embraces Color Pop and Genius Design.

 Alfred House designed by Austin Maynard Architects is filled with innovative ideas on space extension and maximization. The pops of my favorite color, orange with some yellow and lovely art add a layer of hip that I can totally get down with.

Have a lovely Tuesday everyone. xx

images: Fraser Marsden and Tess Kelly

Weekend Recap.

I finished reading the book I mentioned here and I feel so accomplished. When you're a Mama of little ones, finishing a book can be quite a challenge.

I also beautified this pot with a cactus as a gift for a friend who celebrated a birthday. I painted the rim of the terra-cotta pot and cut a flower from left over wallpaper. I then used mod podge to adhere and seal it to the front of the pot. I love the way it turned out.

from the book-Greenterior

This week is going to be a busy one, but I am motivated to start another book and am open to suggestions. Happy Monday everyone. xx

Pink Touches at Home.

I hear today is National Pink Day and wanted to join in on the fun and take a look at some pink moments around our home. Though I've since repainted the kitchen, it is still pink and I do miss this bold and fearless shade.

Of course, I couldn't leave the office out of the fun. 

And the famous pink chair-ha!

I saw this one too in a Domino magazine and fell in love with it too. Photo by Brittany Ambridge.

Happy National Pink day everyone! xx

Images by Lea Hartman

Happy First Day Of Summer!

Summer is finally here and I couldn't be happier! Isn't this a lovely she-shed? Create your own she- shed for Summer with colorful potted plants, window box planters, and paint. Add a bench for extra seating which makes the perfect spot for reading a book. xx

I Have This Thing With Birds.

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Ever since my one room challenge that was influenced by feng shui and included the addition of birds, my addiction to birds has not wavered. Now I have a little collection going. I've been seeing lots of birds; (whether it's wallpaper, art or accessories) in interior design lately and I am loving it!

What about you? Are you a fan? xx

A Bathroom Update with Removable Wallpaper and Paint.

It's hard to believe that we've been living in our home for about five years, but still have a number of rooms that are untouched. The process of decorating/designing ones house a home takes time and I am thrilled with the progress made so far! This bathroom is upstairs where Ian's room is and was in need so some tlc. Since his bedroom was updated, I thought his bathroom should be too. 

It was a simple makeover and I was able to work with the lovely folks at Chasing Paper.  I chose the triangle paper designed by illustrator and wallpaper designer,  Kate Zaremba. Kate's limited edition collection line in collaboration with Chasing Paper launches tomorrow, June 15th.

Can you believe it- the walls were painted barely beige. Blasphemy, right? 

my ever reliable wallpaper installer and friend, Don doing his thing

Ok, so get this- the wallpaper is peel and stick. Yes-it's removable! A stylish way to transform any space, Chasing Paper features peel and stick fabric that is simple to install, easy to remove. The paper is also super sturdy. Even Don(wallpaper installer) commented on how strong it is. I chose the triangle pattern because it's fun and I thought it perfect for a child's space.

Kate Zaremba's limited edition features five prints in Black Swan, Bright Eyes, Flora, Muse Variations and Triangles, the collection will retail for $50 per 2 ft. x 4 ft. panel in June 15 for 6-weeks only at Chasing Paper.

I painted the bathroom after the wallpaper was installed(in hindsight, I should've painted before the paper was installed).  Since I love to paint so much, I have quite a bit of left over paint in the garage. I decided to use the Benjamin Moore White Dove that I used in this room.  The white pairs beautifully with the color way of the triangle paper. 

Believe it or not, I also had that blue paint I used for the door. I color matched Benjamin Moore Blue Symphony with Valspar for another project and still had almost a gallon left over.  I thought it would make the perfect pop and i was right. It also picks up on the dark blue in the paper.

Ian approves and is fond of all those colorful triangles. He also told me to paint the bath tub blue too. Haha! 

Weekend Vibes.

School is officially on Summer break and we will no doubt be spending lots of time on the patio; the boys playing in their sandbox while I sip on an adult beverage and jam to music.  Summer time is my absolute fave!

(Styled by Grace Coddington and shot in Jamaica for Vogue Magazine June 2016; via Honestlywtf) 

Maybe I'll wear a pretty dress like this one for the next party we host. So lovely!

These peanut butter ice cream bars are sure to heighten your taste buds! Great to make for parties or just for you.  Have a happy weekend everyone! xx