Wood pallet project ideas embrace the inner do-it-yourselfer. They range on any level of expertise and the ideas never run out. From chic and elegant to country rustic, wooden pallets accentuate decorations and room color. These often discarded pieces can easily be attained. As they say, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure! Read the rest of this entry »
{bits & pieces: ombré from benjamin moore color chats}
April 18, 2013 — Marsha
Benjamin Moore Color Chats did a great blog post on the ombré trend I thought I’d share with you.
Ombré is a paint application that makes anyone look like a master painter. Use the paint colors on a color strip or mix your own secret formulas and you’ll end up with a one-of-a-kind wall or piece of furniture. Here’s the link to Color Chats Ombré: The Fade is Not a Fad.
Trend alert – Does it seem like the scallop motif is gathering momentum?
{bits & pieces: thibaut’s faux bois wallpaper}
March 4, 2013 — Marsha
I planted the seed a couple of weeks ago. In passing, I mentioned to my husband, ” Think about horizontal (painted) wood planking on the headboard wall in our bedroom.” Audible groan, and then, “what are YOU talking about?” In our house, my ideas = husband doing a lot of the work.
That was before I saw this wallpaper in the new Neutral Resource book from Thibaut. The Hirshfield’s Design Studio staff first showed me the paper, and then a couple of the stores mentioned it. Everyone’s in agreement. It’s an excellent faux bois paper and all around great book. That extra layer of texture gives a room more character and added interest. What do you think?
A wide array of natural tones comprise Thibaut’s Neutral Resource wallpaper collection. Designs range from traditional classic patterns to novelty contemporary prints. A variety of metallics paired with colors such as soft fawn, stone, and charcoal enrich the neutral color palette. Specialty papers like cork and raffia enliven the collection with dimension and vitality.
The majority of H’s stores have the Thibaut books, but call first before making a special trip.
Enjoy your week! Spring is almost here.
{bits & pieces: decor happy}
February 26, 2013 — Marsha
This Cow Parsley wallpaper is what grabbed my attention and made me want to check out Vanessa Francis and her blog. This is a room from her own home; a small unused bedroom she transformed into a lovely den for her husband. Vanessa did a wonderful job picking out the finishes for this room; I think it’s the uncluttered, cozy vibe that hooks me. Back to the wallpaper. This is the first I’ve seen Cow Parsley in this yummy neutral and it looks just as splendid as the flashier colorways.
If the Cow Parsley wallpaper didn’t grab YOUR attention, what about Vanessa’s interview with Scott McGillivray from HGTV’s Income Property? Scroll down and check out the basement transformations. All those paneled basements, which men still can’t bear to paint, and shazam! the Power of Paint to the rescue.
{bits & pieces: oscar bingo}
February 11, 2013 — Marsha
As you’re planning your Oscar party (February 24) you’ll want to include Oscar Bingo in your evening festivities. How about Orange is sharing the Oscar love with downloadable Oscar Bingo and an Oscar Ballot. Coveralls, four corners, (squeal of excitement) Jessica has 20 different games. Your guests will be completely wowed if you have the Bingo Daubers…some are even ergonomic with a grooved grip for the serious bingo players.
Spend some time on Jessica’s site as she has tons of tutorials, downloads, and my personal favorite, time-wasters. Enjoy.
{bits & pieces: painted polygons}
January 30, 2013 — Marsha
2012 was the year of geometric patterns. From rugs, to wallpaper, fabrics and accessories, interior design was flooded with all these fabulous shapes, sizes, and colors. Triangles trended to the top of the heap for me as they seemed to be everywhere. I didn’t get too excited about them until I saw these funky painted walls.
Merci to Muriel over at http://unetouchede.canalblog.com for curating these curiously inspiring rooms. Make certain you click on the link in the post where she shares the pastel painted doors in her kitchen.
Turn your cool factor up a few degrees by checking out Muriel’s Pinterest Boards. “Paint” is my fav. Loving that European flair…
…you’ll recognize many of Muriel’s pins on Hirshfield’s Pinterest boards-check us out.
{bits & pieces: foxy finds}
November 21, 2012 — Marsha
Viscusi Elson Interior Design-House of Turquoise
Coral and Tusk-March 29
Source unknown
Bloesem May 4
Julia (Hirshfield’s Design Studio) is my trends prognosticator. Emerging trends, on-trend, or trends where I’m the last one to the party, and the party was two years ago. Julia knows all.
Last year I asked Julia for her predictions on what design trends we would be seeing in 2012. Her prediction which totally caught me off guard was foxes. I had not seen one fox, much less a skulk of foxes in the design world. I went back through my favorite design/decorating blogs and came up with nothing.
My first fox sighting was January 17, on House of Turquoise. The elusive fox crossed my path a few times, but I came to the conclusion Julia was off-base on this trend. Then the November 2012 issue of Country Living came out. Ta-da! A whole page devoted to the crafty fox. Julia wasn’t off-base, I think it took the trend a little longer to gain momentum. Move over birds, butterflies, and other small creatures and let the fox have its day in design.
P.S. According to some comments on a post Apartment Therapy did back in February the fox has already had its day. Huh.
P.P.S. Who can forget the fox in Dr. DeSoto?
{bits & pieces: Sarah’s before & after photos}
November 13, 2012 — Marsha
“Before” photo
You recognize this living room don’t you? It’s a typical living room of a certain era; large picture window with two side windows, front door off to one side, hardwood floor and fireplace optional. (I bet there’s a coat closet behind the opened front door) Check out the “after” photo and see how the new homeowners transformed this living room into a room right out of a home decorating magazine. Read the rest of this entry »
{bits & pieces: leather flooring made from… }
July 16, 2012 — Marsha
How seriously cool is this leather rug repurposed from belts? Can you stand it? I have to give credit to Cupboards for sharing the Ting love. Did anyone else instantly think, ” I can do that?” Head over to Cupboards for more leather love!
Wall treatment from belts
{friday finds: bits & pieces}
May 18, 2012 — Marsha
Is this the summer you improve your home’s curb appeal? It is for this Hirshfield’s customer who is already giving his home a new coat of paint.
A Hirshfield’s colorist went out to his home and selected a color scheme she thought would work for his style of home and for the neighborhood. The homeowner had difficulty visualizing how the colors would look on his home from the color chips. Problem solved. The homeowner asked the painter to do a mock-up for him. He loved the color scheme once he was able to see how the paint colors looked on his home.
This homeowner is not alone. Having a mock-up done is an excellent solution to a very common problem. Hirshfield’s can help you out with a variety of sample options: pints, quarts, Hirshfield’s Big Swatch, and selected 2 0z.Benjamin Moore colors are available for test drives. It’s a DIY project or hire a professional to paint it out for you.
Paint colors shown are Benjamin Moore 1154 Dash of Pepper for the body of the house, 1547 Dragon’s Breath on the shutters, and OC-45 Swiss Coffee.
The ASID Showcase Home Tour kicks off Friday, May 18, 2012 and runs through Sunday, June 10, 2012. Located at 2002 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, the home features 26 breathtaking spaces and showcases the talents of 30 Twin Cities interior designers.
A portion of proceeds from the Showcase Home event go to the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and The Women’s Foundation of Minnesota.
Tickets can be purchased at Hirshfield’s for $15 and $20 at the door. For additional information you can visit their site at MSP magazine.
Great savings on Hirshfield’s paints and deck care products thru May 31, 2012!
On Thursday, May 24th, 2012, Hirshfield’s is giving away a $100 Hirshfield’s gift card to one lucky winner. Here’s the link to enter the Facebook Giveaway. Good luck and have a spectacular weekend.
