Mix and Match

Today I'm sharing a little peek into one of my new favorite spaces in my house. Simplifying the gallery wall and isolating it to a singular photo ledge gives you the ability to change out picture frames and artwork with minimal effort. And if you're anything like me and are completely indecisive then this is the perfect concept. I can tell you for a fact though... the one item that is not changing from my photo wall is this beautiful custom painting. Let me introduce you to the The Painted Elephant. The creative mastermind behind The Painted Elephant and a local to Charlotte, Alysa Wayland is truly an amazing artist. My ginger jar painting should say it all {similar painting here}

I finally took my love of ginger jars to my bedroom, bringing in the whites and blues found in the  timeless chinoiserie jars with an Anthropologie twist. I've paired this beautiful painting with a variety of frames in different sizes and materials. Combining wood, ceramic, and painted frames {and a touch of gold} create the mix & match/ anthro feel that we all know and love. I also mixed both photos and artwork with the painting to continue the look I was going for.

Alysa could not have done a better job with this painting - the use of bright colors and the depth and light perceived with brushstrokes just blows my mind. I can't help but think of it as a combination of Lilly Pulitzer meets Andy Warhol... and I LOVEE both, especially Andy Warhol. {there's the art student in me coming out} Below are the images that I shared with Alysa when we were discussing what kind of painting I was thinking of for this space. I'm sure by now we all know my love for ginger jars, and some of my favorite paintings of Alysa's are of her beautiful hand painted blooms. I sent her these images thinking that I could combine the two and she did not disappoint.

Alysa's artwork is available on her etsy shop, she also offers custom signs and artwork perfect for baby showers, wedding gifts, or personal gifts if you want one for yourself! 

Follow along with The Painted Elephant

website // instagram // facebook // blog

Shop & Contact The Painted Elephant

etsy // email

Simple & Sophisticated

A Beautiful Mess

This entryway is so simple yet so stunning to me. The baskets serve for great hidden storage, and come on - us girls can always use some extra storage... am I right? Well, adding some metallic accents and some greenery into this simply white yet sophisticated space will polish this look off and you'll have this look for less!

Shop the look:

Console Shelf: Ikea | $199
Starburst Mirror: Target | $35
Wall Art Print: Target | $53
Bowl: Ikea | $13
Candle: Bloomingdales | $35
Flowers: Ikea | $1.99
Plant: Ikea | $3.99
Metal Hurricanes: H&M Home | various sizes

Basket Option #1: Ikea | $7.99 each
Basket Option #2: Ikea | $17 each


Can you see this in your home? Who's ready to go shopping? I know I am!

Friday Favorites

Happy Friday! Who's excited for the weekend?? I know I am... It's moving weekend! The next time you see me I will hopefully be all settled into my pretty new house!! {don't worry it's just a rental} Not only am I excited to be moving into a house for normal reasons, but hey hey who wants a home tour?? I'm so excited to have a clean slate and all new inspiration to post about!

Well, getting back to the fact that it's finally friday. Here are my favorite pins from this week!

Style Me Pretty

I love this nursery. I have a bunch of girlfriends who are expecting right now so if there's a nursery on Pinterest you can bet I'm all over it! I love the look of the mid century modern dresser and the watercolor paintings are to die for!

Design Manifest

This may only be a portion of what leads on to be a beautiful living room but that is alright. Look at that side table. Driftwood side tables will never go out of style {i'm convinced!} Love the combination of mixed patterns and colors also!

Pinterest Image | Shop acrylic on Wayfair

One word: Lucite. Ahhhh my latest obsession. Lucite accent furniture and decor is right up my alley so I couldn't pass this one up. For those of you who don't know, lucite is just a fancy word for acrylic.

Makely 

And just one more thing I love, gold accents. This DIY gold leaf vase is an amazing project to spice up any part of your home on a budget! Time to get crafty!

Home Design Collections

Don't you love the look of this eat in dining area? Taking this cozy casual area another notch and adding the pink table base screams creativity. Such a bold move pulled off flawlessly.. my applause.

Design Improvised

Ohh the joy coffee brings to the world every morning around hmmmm 8am? This coffee nook is so adorable I want to create something just like this in my new home!

#hpmkt

Happy Monday friends! I know High Point Furniture Market was the the beginning of April... and it's taken me a few weeks to get my act together to post about my trip.  Better late than never right? I couldn't leave you guys hanging from my Market Predictions post! So here's the low down. I only made it through ONE building. Yes I know, it's a little sad and I expected more of myself but I had a great time, saw some great things [and some great people!]

For a reference of my predictions:

Mixing Metallics

Statement Mirrors

Radiant Orchid

Ginger Jars

Bold & Bright Colors

Heavy Geometric Patterns

Oversized Florals

Lacquered Accent Furniture

I was very surprised with the lack of support for the Pantone Color of the year, Radiant Orchid.  In the past markets, the Pantone Color of the year has been such a focus with the showrooms whether it's paint, accessories, or even the furniture [ie: Emerald in 2013 & Tangerine in 2012 ] However, I was right on most of my other predictions! Mixing metallics and statement mirrors are not going out of style anytime soon, so if you've been a little weary on the trends - don't be! Ginger jars & Geometric patterns were also everywhere! 

As for now, I'll leave it at that and I'll let let the pictures speak for themselves...

[All images are my own, showroom links within captions]

Studio A | Instagram
Global Views | Instagram

showroom entry display

statement mirror

Bar cart display

statement mirrors | 3D wall hangings

Natural Curiosities | Instagram | Twitter

gold leafing demonstration

Regina Andrew Home

wood floor design

statement mirror

bone detail coffee table

Loloi Rugs

red coral rug

HGTV Home Design Studio by Bassett | Instagram | Twitter

mixed metallic layered trays

lacquered accent furniture

statement mirror

mercury glass coffee table decor

nailhead trim on driftwood dresser

Arteriors | Instagram | Twitter

chevron statement mirrors

 Bungalow 5

ginger jar

Worlds Away | Instagram | Twitter

metallic starburst details

mixing antiqued mirror & silver accents

Libby Langdon for Braxton Culler | Instagram | Twitter

upholstery detail

Libby & I in her showroom

Love this furniture & decor but aren't a designer to hold an account with these companies? HINT: Keep your eye out on flash sites like Wayfair, Joss & Main, One Kings Lane & more for flash sales and curated collections featuring pieces from these lines! Check out my list of my favorite places to shop here for all of the direct links for flash sales & all of your shopping needs!