Admiring The Work Of Others

One of the reasons I started my blog was because I really enjoy looking at what inspires other people and seeing what they create as individuals. I also love to look at the work of interior designers across the country.. the style that we use in Baltimore might be different from a designer in Los Angeles or Austin. In my searches I came across Kristen Hutchins Design, a firm in downtown LA. She has a unique design style that is comfortable, glamorous, and fresh all at the same time: very west coast. Below are a few of my favorite shots from her portfolio.

PS: Part of the reason she is so talented may have something to do with the fact that she worked for Kelly Wearstler - super jealous!

Commercial project - record store

Commercial work - boutique

Plate Arrangements On The Wall

Good Morning Dahlings!

This weekend I was at the driving range.. while my boyfriend hits golf balls, I read! I brought Mary McDonald - Interiors, because I was in search of some good ideas for plate arrangements on the wall. I have a lot of open wall space and not only can I not afford to buy big pieces of art to cover each, I don't want my walls to be repetitive. Plate arrangements are unique and allow you to be creative in picking different colors, shapes and patterns. Mary has some fabulous shots that I should scan in, but I also found some great ones online to share.

There are a few different ways to do this, but make sure you map out how you want the plates on the wall before making holes in the wall. Standard plate hangers are only $2 each and can be found at your local hardware store.

White plates make a statement against a darker tone paint or wallpaper

Only a few plates are needed to make a statement - no need to cover the entire wall

Symmetrical layout looks great in this fun guest bedroom

Graphite paint + cream plates = chic

Mixing plates with other wall accessories - small art and mirror - is also a nice option

Thanksgiving Table Setting

So this Thanksgiving, I am in charge of creating a fabulous center piece and table setting (AKA I put myself in charge because it is way more fun than cooking). I have been doing some research to try to get some fresh ideas... my goal is to make the table look festive and unique without spending $500 in the process. Incorporating elements from the great outdoors - such as fall leaves, pine cones, and cranberries - looks great and better yet, it's all free! What do you guys think of these ideas?

Simple pine napkin holder & name tag

All you need for this name tag is a few twigs, pine, and a hot glue gun - it's adorable!

Cranberries dress up these neutral flowers

Festive & easy

Ok.. this isn't natural OR inexpensive.. but it does look fabulous.

Colored tissue paper around candles

A little Christmas-y but would still work for Thanksgiving

Any green would look pretty with the floating cranberries

Loving the glam white, black and metallic feel of this setting

Natural greenery looks simple and gorgeous

A little green goes a long way...

Holiday Hair Ideas

I was on Pintrest and came across some really pretty hairstyles that I plan to attempt :) I am too much of a chicken to dye my hair, but I am really liking the ombre look below..

For tips on how to do the fishtail braid, visit this link... I found out it is way more simple than it looks, but it will def take some practice: Fishtail Braid - How To

Happy Friday!

Bringing the outdoors in

Cashmere Interior (the company I work for) recently completed an install at a vacation home in Cabo. Outdoor furniture was critical, as the client wanted to spend a lot of time outside (and understandably so when the ocean is your backyard). We used a really great company based in DC whose products are unique, trendy, and of great quality. 

What I love most about their products is that they look just as good outside as they do inside. I was looking through their online catalogue this morning and picked some great shots to show you... enjoy!