I’ve Got Spring Fever
March 10th, 2010
We finally have has some spring-like weather here and I’m loving it! Here are some Etsy art finds that perfectly depict what spring is all about.
Tres Chic Trays
March 9th, 2010
Trays are an essential accessory in my opinion. They can be used as a purely decorative piece, or to organize your magazines, your high-tech gadgets, your perfumes or to bring the iced tea out to the patio. Here are the daily d’s tray picks of the day.
1 & 2 Etsy-afabulousfete 3 & 4 French Bull 5 target 6 Etsy-jbenjaminglass 7 Etsy-jillrosenwald 8 Graham & Green 9. homestansted (H@mes Interiors) 10. WeeGo Home
Today’s Spotlight…John Willey Interior Design
March 8th, 2010
NYC-based John Willey is best known for his creative use of color. He has the ability to transform a typical box room into a space to envy! His beautiful color selections remind me of spring.
Weekend Rewind…Sunday
March 7th, 2010
Click image below and check out today’s rewind about loft living.
Weekend Rewind…Saturday
March 6th, 2010
Click on image below to see our rewind on modern silhouettes.
Have a great Saturday!
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Go Ask Alice
March 5th, 2010
The imaginative Tim Burton’s Alice In Wonderland hits theaters today in the United States. Bring a little fun madness home with some of these Alice-inspired daily d picks.
1. Etsy-MaxCooperDesigns 2. Top Hat Pendants Foundry Light & Design 3. Fishs Eddy 4. Etsy-TheTatteredTowel 5. Etsy-Cybermoon
6. & 7. Etsy-Nuka 8. Etsy-HeartMarks 9. Foundry Light & Design 10. Etsy-TheTatteredTowel 11. Etsy-GlamDesign 12. Fishs Eddy
13. Whimsical Stool MyDeco 14. Fishs Eddy
Is anyone a Tim Burton fan? Planning on going to the movies this weekend?
Inspiration From…The Pansy
March 4th, 2010
One way to get design inspiration is to pull colors from nature. With the start of spring this month, the pansy will begin to take center stage. This pansy has many shades of violet which is a hot color this spring. Here is today’s inspiration from nature.
1. Etsy-Utilitarian Franchise 2. Etsy-V For Violet 3. The Purple Store
4. Etsy-Tanner Glass 5. Etsy-The Near Future 6. Design Your Walls-Chinoise Lavendar 7. Graham And Green
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Everyday Design…The Centerpiece
March 3rd, 2010
While I wait for the flowers to return, here is a centerpiece idea that I use in my home.
It’s simple but sweet and great for everyday! Just fill an apothecary jar with reindeer moss & your favorite shells and you are good to go!
To get a similar look, check out the shops below.
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What do you think? What’s your favorite centerpiece? Let us know!
The Birds Are Back In Town
March 2nd, 2010
Even with the snow piles still pretty high, I heard a familar sound that reminded me that spring is around the corner! It was a welcoming song from the birds–at long last! The birds are back in town!
To celebrate, here are some of my Etsy favorites that honor the tweeting flock!
1. etsy: fuzzonme 2. etsy: artmind 3. etsy: flightoftheunknown 4. etsy: hutchme 5. etsy: mudpuppy 6. etsy: regansbrain 7. etsy: artgoodies 8.&9. etsy: nestleandsoar 10. etsy: danceswithclay 11. etsy: melysbaby
Anyone else ready for spring?
Giveaway Winner…& Kitchen Love
March 1st, 2010
Note to Melissa: Please e-mail your shipping address to…
ddmail [at] dailydecorator [dot] com
(You have until end of day Friday, March 5th to claim your prize.)
Since we are talking about tea towels, why not check out some great kitchen designs? Here we go…
Pic # 3 is my absolute favorite. How about you? Which one is your favorite?
Do you already have your dream kitchen? Is so, please send in pics of your fabulous kitchen to the daily d !
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Weekend Rewind…Sunday
February 28th, 2010
Click on image below to see another daily d Room Service design.
Let me leave you with a little spring color inspiration from photographer Angie Cao.
There are still a few hours left to get in on the giveaway! Giveaway ends at 5 p.m. ET today!
Weekend Rewind…Saturday
February 27th, 2010
Click image below to see a very unusual hotel in today’s Weekend Rewind.
We love to see your diys, your new renovation, your new paint job, your holiday decorating, your handmade crafts–even your cute pet pics!!
Not Your Grandma’s Quilt
February 26th, 2010
As we bunker down for day two of the latest snowstorm to hit our area (it’s been snowing since the wee hours of Thursday morning), there is not much to do except snuggle up by the fire with my favorite quilt, my pile of mags and a Diet Coke. I have noticed that modern design has infiltrated the quilt world. Whether hung as artwork, placed on the bed or used to snuggle on the couch quilts can bring warmth & style into our home. There are some really cute & stylish quilts that I would love to get my hands on. Here are a few of the daily d’s favorites…
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Today’s Spotlight…Sarah Cihat
February 25th, 2010
Designer Sarah Cihat gives a new meaning to the leftover dish. She rescues neglected and abandoned plates from the Salvation Army and thrift stores and brings them back to life by refiring and reglazing the dishes. Her modern designs have received a lot of fanfare. Sarah’s work has been highlighted in magazines like Elle, Vogue and Metropolitan Home. It’s one of the daily d’s new favorites! Click HERE to see more of this Brooklyn artist’s work.
Seeing in Black & White
February 24th, 2010
Found these shots from my favorite Styleroom of a home that really sees life in black & white.
In most of these rooms, a graphic black and white wallpaper created a focal point. It’s a great way to add some drama to any room. Here are a few of daily d’s favorite black and white wallpapers…
1. Kashmiri Walnut Wallpaper 2. Contour Pallade Graham & Brown
3. Total Wallcoverings 4. Ophelia Black & White Floral Graham & Brown
5. Silhouette Vortex Interiors-Europe 6. Total Wallcoverings
It’s Giveaway Time!
February 23rd, 2010
Today’s giveaway is courtesy of…
Artist Lisa Price runs artgoodies out of her home studio in Michigan. She creates 100% cotton block printed tea towels, aprons and mini pillows. Her work has been recognized by Better Homes and Gardens, DIY Magazine and Food Network Magazine to name a few. To see more of her creations click HERE.
Today she has kindly offered a set of 3 handmade tea towels to the winner of this giveaway.
With spring around the corner, these tea towels will surely bring some spring cheer to your kitchen.
Just leave a comment and let us know how you found out about the daily d!
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Giveaway ends at 5 p.m. on Sunday, February 28th.
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