My sweet Erin..

Happy 29th Birthday to my beautiful and amazing sister Erin!!!  You are such an inspiring and wonderful person to be around. You're funny-outgoing-hardworking-creative-motivating-enthusiastic and of course super duper fun to be around! I love you...

The imaginary flowers I'm sending you

I know...You're getting older! I'd be surprised too

Love and Miss you!

Linen

lin'en (n): textile made from fibers of the flax plant. Linen is a very durable, strong fabric -aging beautifully with time and becomes softer the more it is washed. It is relatively easy to care for, since it resists dirt and stains and has no lint or pilling tendency. Linen can wrinkle easily but nevertheless, is often considered part of the fabric's particular "charm"...

I'm excited to design my clients' home this week with slip-covered dining chairs, linen sofas & chairs, sisal rugs and neutral color palettes.

Soothing Colors...

Creating color palettes that are soothing and cohesive will provide a well balanced atmosphere for everyone to enjoy!

Keep on...

Designer Pads for Paws!

Last night we had a successful turnout for the PAWS charitable fundraiser event we hosted At Hom. For more information about this wonderful orginization and their mission 

in San Diego visit www.pawssandiego.org

I was one of the designers who participated in creating a custom pet pad for auction to raise money for the organization. My inspiration behind the bed was to create a multifunctional "up-cycled" bed that was aesthetically pleasing and yet a statement piece for any home. I purchased this beauty at a local thrift store...sanded, painted and lightly distressed it for a complete make-over. Along with building up the base to create a cozy pet hideaway in a fun striped fabric with new drawer knobs from Anthropologie. I think our Lila-Mew would have enjoyed this little home!

Before

After

Here is the very happy winner of my "pet-pad"...Congratulations!

:: Jonathan Adler ::

Jonathan Adler's world is full of bold colors and mixing patterns and design elements to create an elegant twist on a timely era. He is an iconic potter - creating unique and eccentric ceramics...an amazing hands on designer and author! His favor on mid-century modern design has made a widespread impact on retail showrooms throughout the states and has brought personality back into the homes of a America.

Paring Gold, Silver, Olive Green and Poppy Blue creates a dramatic statement~!

Bringing monochromatic gray and whites together with a splash of Orange!

 :: Jonathan Adler at his best ::

Detailing ...

I believe good design is in the details. Whether it's for the home, accessorizing your wardrobe, playing up your office, reading a good book, cooking a dinner for two, or throwing a celebration...Create little gems that will be remembered. These are a few beauties I'm day dreaming about that add a touch of interest to the everyday!