If you do not have built in cabinets, where do you store your stuff? In keeping with my Vintage theme for the day, I love these storage ideas from the archives.
Don't you just love the suitcase idea?
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Showing posts with label BBB Bright Ideas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BBB Bright Ideas. Show all posts
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Friday, April 15, 2011
A Creative Way to Display Your Silverware
What an adorable and creative way to display your silverware at your
festive Spring Soiree! This would especially be fitting at an outside garden party!
When are you entertaining next?
Related: Terra Cotta Clay POT 4"(pack Of24)
Thank you for all of your lovely comments this week... I truly appreciate your visit and hope you always find something here to brighten your day... Have a bright bold and beautiful weekend!
photo: simply seleta
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
DIY ~ Mismatched Chairs
Check out the ideabook by Brian Flynn on the Houzz - DIY Mismatched Chairs.
I have always wanted to give my dining room some of that "Wow" factor,
and this idea will do the trick... I love the red color of the dining chairs and where can we get that cute doggie?
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Bright Ideas: Using Mirrors
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Home Tour ~ Melinda and Lee Henry
I am so excited to invite you into the home of Lee & Melinda Henry. I have had the pleasure of getting to know Melinda, because she is one of my best supporters of my watercolor art, as you can see in these beautiful interiors.
My Caribbean Time print is on the left in this gorgeous sunroom. The cobalt blue and bright yellow color combination is one of my favorites!
Their daughter, Laurie, sent me these photos and had a little to say about her parents. "They love St. Lucia and we take a Caribbean cruise every year and add a little more to the collection. The shelf above your little painting has items from my travels in college that I've given them, mostly from Morocco, Italy and China. Everything seems to have a story in there. I love going home. They are pretty amazing people all around."
Lee owns a furniture store (hence the beautiful furniture!) and Melinda used to be a teacher for seventeen years and a gift shop owner/freelance interior designer (without a degree, she just has a knack for it). They live in small town Selmer, Tennessee which is about 90 miles east of Memphis. The landscape original watercolor in this photo was the first piece of art Melinda purchased from me, I believe. See how her stunning frame really shows off the painting? Framing your art can be just as important as the art itself. This beautiful nook looks like a design house on display!
I'm always a fan of the classic blue and white china seen throughout. Another one of my watercolor prints, Mystic River, is seen above this beautiful table display.
The last photos show their custom home painting that I painted for them for Christmas this year. You can see from these photos how to frame the paintings in a pleasing way that shows off the work. Perfection!
I am so grateful for wonderful clients such as Melinda, and thank you Laurie for sharing these stunning images of your parents bright bold and beautiful home.
How To : Get Ready for Summer with Ceiling Fans
with tips to get your home ready for Summer.
When the warmer weather arrives (hopefully soon!) don’t discount the value of a ceiling fan. Set fan blades to revolve counterclockwise, which forces the hotter air near the ceiling to mix with the lower, cooler air, leveling out the room temperature.
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Thursday, January 27, 2011
Bright Ideas: Beat The Winter Blues and Smile
Are the Winter Blues getting you down? Here are some tips to be happy and energized! For me, I instantly feel happier when I make my bed, get outside, connect with friends, do something good for someone else every day, and smile! Even if your smile is a fake one, it will instantly make you a little bit happier. Go ahead, try it right now...
A smile is a curve that sets everything straight. ~ Phyllis Diller
Beauty is power; a smile is its sword. ~ Charles Reade
Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important. ~ Janet Lane
I just like to smile, smiling's my favorite. ~ Quote from ELF
So go ahead and Send Flowers to someone you love!
Related "How To" be Happy during the Winter
photo: Beautiful Smile
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Decorating Ideas - How to Arrange Art on Your Walls
When a customer purchases one of my watercolor paintings, I often get asked the question, "How should I arrange the art on my wall?". Even though this is a very good question, there is no right or wrong answer. Some formal dining rooms call for symmetry, while modern living room spaces might entertain a mix matched collage. It simply is a matter of your personal taste. After all, people buy art that pleases them and makes them happy; therefore, do what feels natural and right to you. I have collected an assortment of wall displays to give you some ideas.
Enter to win $200.00 towards your choice of Watercolor Paintings.
Related ~ Done in a Day - Salon Wall via Southern Living
How to arrange and hang picture frames using butcher paper via apartment therapy
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Bright Ideas: Creative Work Spaces and Organizing Tips
With the coming of a New Year, I am always inspired to clear out the clutter, and organize! Just remember this tip: There is a place for everything. Create your
own work space filled with character and imagination, the sky is the limit...
What are your organizing tips?
Hey ~ I have this same IKEA trestle desk in my art studio!
I love the cups full of pens and pencils...
Organizing Tips : Home Renovation ~ Use Pegboards
Last year's post: Organizing Tips
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Thursday, December 23, 2010
"No Peeking" Holiday Gift Tags
Today I am busy busy wrapping away, but just took a few minutes to browse the net and found these adorable and free printable "No Peeking" holiday gift tags from paper Crave ... how cute!
How about you? Are you finished shopping, wrapping, and baking? Later on we are making cupcakes... yummm... I love the holidays!
Don't miss out!
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** $40.00 gift certificate to Friedasophie Jewelry Design - enter by Christmas Eve! **
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