We SO have a "thing" for the furnishings of Brocade Home. These storage boxes that look like old hat boxes are a great way to store items you want hidden. I would put my socks in there since they take up too much drawer space! ;)
Friday, February 27, 2009
Friday Finds: Pretty Storage
We SO have a "thing" for the furnishings of Brocade Home. These storage boxes that look like old hat boxes are a great way to store items you want hidden. I would put my socks in there since they take up too much drawer space! ;)
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Art Smart~Fancy Smancy Switchplates
Try saying that 3 times fast! "FancySmancySwitchplates":) Check out the etsy shop of The Inspired Phoenix here - very fun switchplates! I think this is a wonderfully inexpensive way to give your home some sparkle. My fave is the Red Victorian Chair switchplate (shown above), but she has many other fantastic switchplates to chose from. They are like mini art pieces that would be great in a kitchen, kids room, or studio - basically any room that needs some love!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
DIY Tips & Tricks: Fun with Silhouettes
We like the word budget. We like the word friendly. We love the word art. So when we saw this slideshow from Better Home & Gardens called "Budget Friendly Art" we said "Yes." My favorite project is the silhouette art - they are always beautiful, and will never go out of style.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Dandy Chande Tuesday~Outside Inside
Having a mini freak out this morning (in a good way!). I saw a really really expensive European version of this type of pendant chandelier a few years ago - really really wanted it, but could not afford it.
While indeed everyone seems to register or shop at Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel, etc. and it can be hard to find really unique home decor at those stores - this is one of those finds you can say "Oh yeah, I totally ordered it from a high end design store in Sweden." ;) Shh, we won't tell! It is also on sale!!! I'm getting my credit card out!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Design Tip of the Week (2.23.09): Storing Your Shoes!
To display or not to display? That is the eternal question when you have fabulous shoes, but lets be honest, they aren't all fabulous....Here are some creative ways to hide, save space and/or showcase girl's best friend.
A dual purpose bench at the end of the bed or in an entrance hall provides both function and style.
Display your shoes by using a simple bookshelf as your storage unit.
Orgainze your closet using clear shoe boxes. This keeps your shoes safe, you find them easily, and the stacking is less of a hassle. No more shoe boxes with broken lids!
A dual purpose bench at the end of the bed or in an entrance hall provides both function and style.
Display your shoes by using a simple bookshelf as your storage unit.
Orgainze your closet using clear shoe boxes. This keeps your shoes safe, you find them easily, and the stacking is less of a hassle. No more shoe boxes with broken lids!
Friday, February 20, 2009
Friday Finds: Get Kristine's Apartment Style
Good morning! We sure have a lot of posts on yesterday's Decorator of the Month! Very good to see. Keep it up...we like it! :)
If you enjoyed the antique style Kristine has in her apartment, head to Frederick, MD Antique Stores where she found most of her home decor.
If you don't have time for antiquing - get the same look online from Target, where they have some great Apothecary Jar's on Clearance!!!
Check out these Bread, Flour & Sugar rusted signs here - perfect for your kitchen.
Also loving these Retro Tin Signs here, especially this coffee sign. Good things DO happen over coffee - Happy Friday!
If you enjoyed the antique style Kristine has in her apartment, head to Frederick, MD Antique Stores where she found most of her home decor.
If you don't have time for antiquing - get the same look online from Target, where they have some great Apothecary Jar's on Clearance!!!
Check out these Bread, Flour & Sugar rusted signs here - perfect for your kitchen.
Also loving these Retro Tin Signs here, especially this coffee sign. Good things DO happen over coffee - Happy Friday!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
FEBRUARY Primed4Design{er} of the Month ~ Renting and re-inventing
There is one thing that can really stifle the creativity of someone's inner interior decorator and that is RENTING. Whether its building restrictions like no painting or the imminent threat of losing your deposit for excessive holes in your walls, renters really seem to have live within the confines of their rented space. Or do they?
Lets think about the obvious, renting usually means this living situation is not permenant so the rationale is why invest in it fully. But the designer of this month was selected because with her personal style and love for antiques managed to create a living space she loves filled with tons of personality while still living within the confines of her lease agreement. Enjoy her unique furnishings as all of her guests do when visiting her home.
The front entrance really sets the tone for the house. A bench and coat rack with a shelf holding glass apothecary jars filled with silver glitter and a nice cabinet with an old stain glass window hanging above.
In the living area, Kristine has an old safe as her coffee table. One that she noted will be with her for life and weighs a ton.
An old iron press, that still works, acts as a TV stand.
She adorns her windows with old shutters to add warmth and draw your eye to the natural light.
Her bedroom has a four poster bed, a mantle she installed holding a collection of candle sticks, a nightside table with antique alarm clocks and a cozy reading corner.
Her kitchen, like for most renters, is the hardest to work around. You usually have to just settle for what you have. Kristine really worked with her kitchen and brought in some really fun eye catchers like a 1950's style table and fun knick knacks.
Other unique finds in Kristine's apartment....
An old ceiling tile
And finally the outdoor refuge- A screened in living area with comfy outdoor furniture with throw pillows and colorful hanging plants.
Lets think about the obvious, renting usually means this living situation is not permenant so the rationale is why invest in it fully. But the designer of this month was selected because with her personal style and love for antiques managed to create a living space she loves filled with tons of personality while still living within the confines of her lease agreement. Enjoy her unique furnishings as all of her guests do when visiting her home.
The front entrance really sets the tone for the house. A bench and coat rack with a shelf holding glass apothecary jars filled with silver glitter and a nice cabinet with an old stain glass window hanging above.
In the living area, Kristine has an old safe as her coffee table. One that she noted will be with her for life and weighs a ton.
An old iron press, that still works, acts as a TV stand.
She adorns her windows with old shutters to add warmth and draw your eye to the natural light.
Her bedroom has a four poster bed, a mantle she installed holding a collection of candle sticks, a nightside table with antique alarm clocks and a cozy reading corner.
Her kitchen, like for most renters, is the hardest to work around. You usually have to just settle for what you have. Kristine really worked with her kitchen and brought in some really fun eye catchers like a 1950's style table and fun knick knacks.
Other unique finds in Kristine's apartment....
An old ceiling tile
And finally the outdoor refuge- A screened in living area with comfy outdoor furniture with throw pillows and colorful hanging plants.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Our Faves ~ Polka Dots in the Kitchen
Bring polka dots into your cooking. Baking Days Cook and Serveware come in fun colors. Buy polka dotted baking dishes, ramekins, and covered deep dishes.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Dandy Chande Tuesday~Plastic Chande's
These may be the most original chandeliers we have profiled. These inventive designs are all made from recycled materials. Here are a few of our favorites, but you should check out all of them!
A chandelier made out of coffee stirrers and it looks like glass.
This one made out of ballpoint pens and it comes off at first as a simple black and white pattern.
This colorful chandelier is made of used party poppers from the millennial celebration in London.
A chandelier made out of coffee stirrers and it looks like glass.
This one made out of ballpoint pens and it comes off at first as a simple black and white pattern.
This colorful chandelier is made of used party poppers from the millennial celebration in London.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Design Tip of the Week (2.16.09): Color Scheming
We thought since we have been doing this bloggin' thang since August 2008, (and many of you are newcomers-welcome!) that we would take the time this month to feature some of our favorite Design Tips of the Week-
Check out this post from 8.25.08 about wall color and how it impacts your space!
Color Wheel from Color Scheme Designer here.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Friday Finds: Bathing Beauties
An inexpensive, easy way to change up the look and feel of your bathroom is with a new show curtain. Loving these from Bliss Living Home's New Spring Collection.
Also, if this is for a master bedroom, most of the shower curtains have matching pillows and bedding collections you can order as well! Very cool!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
DIY Tips & Tricks: Chalkboard Bathroom
Good morning! We have been rummaging through our archives, and found this great DIY from Jen's former Creative Director Bryan, who did a really fun chalkboard bathroom. This is great if you have kids, encourage them to write on the walls! :) The kid in you will come out as well! Live alittle!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Art Smart~Looking for Love?
When you type in "love" in the etsy search engine, 7,963 items show up! That's alot o' love!
This photo from Irene Suchocki caught our eye. It would be a great gift to give to anyone - boyfriend, friend, husband, or family! Show the love!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Design Tip of the Week (2.9.09): Sunshine & Mirrors
Good morning sunshines! Who else is so excited to see the sun's triumphant return to the DC area?!
Today we thought we would rummage through some of our previous "Design Tip's of the Week" - just for those of you who may not have seen those posts from early on.
Here is our very first "Design Tip of the Week" about the best way to use mirrors in a space. Enjoy!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Friday Finds (2.6.09): Big chill
Turn your kitchen's look back in time. Big Chill has fun fridges, dishwashers and stoves in all those fantastic retro colors. Enjoy the look of the past without compromising modern technology. These appliances are functional but add so much character to your kitchen.
In baby blue
In PINK!!
You might have to convince your roommate/boyfriend/husband on the pink, it's worth a shot! ;)
In baby blue
In PINK!!
You might have to convince your roommate/boyfriend/husband on the pink, it's worth a shot! ;)
Thursday, February 5, 2009
It's a Dog eat Dog World
We love our pets, they make our house a home. Crypton Fabrics has a very large selection of fashionable and eco-friendly pet products. Their pet beds promise no stains or odors and you can design your own! Also their pet accessories are adorable and they have a large selection of eco-friendly collars, leashes and pet couture.
The Doodle Dog Bed
Eco Friendly Pet Coats
The Doodle Dog Bed
Eco Friendly Pet Coats
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Art Smart~Worldly Wonders
You know when you look at a photograph that, although you have never been there, just evokes a stir of emotions you cannot describe?
Check out local DC freelance photographer Mary Kate McKenna's shots of the Great Pyramids here. Peruse the rest of her photography, she has some really great photos of Burma as well.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
Design Tip of the Week (2.2.09): Low-Budget Decorating, High-Style Looks
Good morning everyone! We wanted to let you know about the great weekend the Primed 4 Design Team had. We donated a charity basket for Team Breast Buds Pink Tie Affair in Maryland on Saturday night. The event was so much fun, and our basket of goodies and a One Room Decorating Consultation went for a great price for charity. Here are some of the items we donated, if you are interested in purchasing. This online store is a beginning of items we would like to design & sell.
Also, for the Design Tip of the Week, I found some smart shopping tips and money-saving ideas from Design on a Dime's Kahi Lee here @ HGTV's website. These are words P4D lives by!
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