Client Project–a little peek…

This week I have been busy working on a local client project. This particular project has been fun because I am working with my little sister-in-law, helping her update and decorate her new condo.


Here is a peek at a few of the items we added yesterday…

 

 

The above accessories purchased include this fabulous pillow found at a boutique in Benicia, Ca. called Nest. A friend and I spent the day in this charming Bay Area town, browsing the shops, eating lunch, and meeting up with another friend who just opened her own store. More about that coming next week!

 

 

 

 

My client loves all of these colors and we are pulling them in throughout the entire condo, from the living room, to sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and more. She has some really cool original art that started this color scheme…

 

 

 

 

We still have more to add, but the new Ballard Design drapes, Cynthia Rowley picture frames, designer pillow and coasters were a fun start…

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Friday…and Have a Great Weekend!

 

 

 

 

Online reading…

I recently received my favorite online magazine in my e-mail in-box and just had to share it with you!

House of Fifty

 

 

The new fall issue is out this week and it is packed with incredible photos, artist spotlights, fashion tips and recipes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you have not discovered this e-zine yet, head on over to House of Fifty to read this issue here. Founder and editor Janell Beals is an amazingly talented blogger that I have been following for a long time. Check out her blog here.

 

 

Now you just need to grab a beverage, find a comfy spot to sit and relax, and read this excellent online magazine. I am sure it will become one of your favorites too!

Fall Decor…simple and natural

Fall is my favorite time of year here in Northern California. The changing leaves, the chill in the air, means its time to change up my décor.

While decorating for fall this year, I am drawn to simple, natural elements like these…

 

 

The above mantels look clean, simple and sophisticated. Using natural elements like leaves, berries, and even apples is an excellent way to bring in fall colors and textures.

How about collecting some acorns on your next outing to use this season. There are so many projects you can create…

Cover a plain picture frame

 

 

Leave them on the branch and put in a vase

 

 

Napkin rings for your fall table setting

 

 

Cover a wreath and hang with ribbon

 

Pumpkins are an obvious choice to use for fall décor. You can find them easily at the market in all shapes, sizes and colors. Put them out now and enjoy them through November…

 

 

 

 

Create a charming Welcome Wagon

 

 

Personalize your pumpkins with craft paint and stencils

 

 

Lastly, gourds are another all time favorite of mine. The unique shapes and textures add so much interest to any display…

 

 

Multi level table runner

 

 

Simply set on a round wood tray

 

 

Stacked in glass vases with the stems attached

 

 

Now that I have plenty of inspiration…I am looking forward to adding some simple and natural elements to my home for fall.


How do you like to decorate for the season?

 

 

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