Burgundy and Gold Bridal Shower

My eldest niece, Kierra is getting married in just over a week and we couldn't be more excited for her. This past week I threw her a bridal shower. Everything, burgundy and gold, her wedding colours... which is exactly what she wore when she was two years old as a flower girl in my wedding!

I had so much fun preparing everything for this shower and am so pleased with how it turned out. These sparkling chandeliers were a huge hit. They added a bright and fun element to our dinner.  We set a 24' table with a sequin runner and gorgeous flowers from Ode to a Bloom!

Event the rain held off for this special event. It is so great seeing family and friends surround Kierra with love and support as she takes on the next stage in her life.

Katie Woo  - the queen of caligraphy, did an amazing job with the pace cards!

And a Bavarian Creme cake for the bride to be!  

We moved some furniture around and added touches of gold and burgundy throughout the outdoor space.

On to the wedding!  Can't wait to see this beuatiful bride marry her beau.

Jewels on Display

Beautifully organized and displayed jewelry. Tangle free. What a dream come true! 

Jewelry can add style and flair to more than just your outfit. This vanity and jewelry display is from my collection.... love my jewels!  not many real jewels..... but jewels none the less!

pics by Janis Nicolay

I have found so many beautiful examples of gorgeous jewelry displays. Alaina Kaczmarski, The Everygirl created a beautiful display that perfectly incorporates her jewelry and vanity decor. 

I always love the work done by Pencil & Paper Co.  Isn't this a lovely display of jewelry?

                                         

For those of your with larger collections, this idea of a built in jewelry storage behind a mirror is genius!

If budget wasn't part of the equation... A custom jewelry vanity.....um yes!

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And what about this DIY by Emily Henderson...Love it!

I can't tell you the frustrations of tangled jewelry when I travel.  Imagine my delight to come across the genius idea from The Crazy Coupon lady.  Cling wrap. Love it!

Why not make your jewelry part of your decor?  A little corner with a mirror and some pin nails for your necklaces.  Pretty bowls on your counter with your favourite earrings.

Boho Chic

The bohemian style has become very popular.  Especially in Southern California where home owners and designers have nailed it by added touches of bohemia to add interest, colour and texture without overwhelming your senses!

Here are 5 ways to add a playfull and interesting touch of Boho Chic to your home:

Here Amber from Amber Interior Design has added pillows from her shop.  Some with a Morrocan flair, others with indigo dyed cloth.

1. Morrocan Cushions





I scored these gems at Homesense!

Im not Restoration Hardware's #1 fan.  But here, they have nailed Boho Chic!  I'll have one of everything PLEASE!

2. Plants Succulents & Catci

I kill most plants that enter my home.  But if I could have planters like these, Id work overtime to keep them pretty!


Here we see plants being hung in macrame-type planters!  Can you even believe we are back to that?But don't they look great?

Check out an indoor plant guide here 

Source: Becki Owens

2. Macrame fun!  It definitely adds interest to a room.  Would love this in a cabin retreat.


Source:  Etsy

This macrame baby swing is just too cute!


Source:  Etsy

Cement tile

If you know me, you know how much I love cement tile.  Look at this gorgeous one!


Rattan

And of course rattan.  The nice things about the So-Cal bohemian style is that many items with that flair can be found at thrifts stores and repurposed.


Source:  Hanna Blackmore Photography






Check out Emily Henderson's line for Target for all sorts of bogo chic goodness!

Design with Colour

When the most amazing property in the desired neighborhood became available this client jumped at the chance.

When they purchased the home it was beautifully appointed in a rich, dark décor pallet which was lovely for the previous owner.  But this owner was looking for something more modern, bright, and colourful.  They started the transformation with a few rooms and enlisted my help.

sofa, Stylus; chairs, Grapevine; coffee table, Joss and Main

First was the challenge of making a comfortable and cool room for their 12 year-old son.

We added visual interest with a chalk board feature wall and bright yet masculine colours for him.

Next was the 11 year-old daughter who is a gymnast.  She is homeschooled to accommodate her gymnastics schedule.  There was a spare room upstairs, which became her home school room... and a perfect place for fun sleepovers too.

In this home, colour gave each room personality and uniqueness perfectly suited to the family's needs.