tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66066216249956821392024-02-07T09:32:58.864-08:00thirdavenuestyleAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.comBlogger1150125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-70060842937107490422015-07-20T22:03:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.343-07:00Flower Crowns and a Winner!Hi everyone! How are you? I know it's been over a week since I last blogged, but I have been busy planning an important upcoming event; an event where yours truly will be adorned in a flower crown. The hubs and myself will be acknowledging our upcoming anniversary with an intimate love ceremony with family in our backyard.Now back to the flower crowns; ever since they came on the scene, I fell Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-39576139298967402032015-07-10T07:46:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.363-07:00Bedding Giveaway with Perfect Linens!Splurging on great sheets is so worth the great slumber and no under eye bags, right? I'm a big fan of luxury bedding, so I am thrilled to be able to offer you this great giveaway today!Perfect Linens is offering you a chance to win a set of their Second Skin sheets. With a name like Second Skin, you know these sheets must feel amazing to the touch!The Perfect Linens sheet experts explain, if Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-71650703712501452562015-07-07T07:44:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.378-07:00A Stylish Paris Apartment.It's been awhile since we've visited Paris! Today we're off to explore this colorful abode located in Hausmann Paris, and designed and renovated by interior designers, Daphne Desjeux and Dorothea Delaye. It's filled with lots of architectural eye candy, pretty color and banging style! I love how they painted the base boards the same color as the wall. Very pretty color too!Seriously Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-53207094299417174062015-07-01T07:26:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.393-07:00The Planchonella House by Jesse Bennett Architect.The Planchonella House designed by Jesse Bennett Architects is located atop a rainforest ridge in Cairns, Australia. Nestled in the topography and boasting an open floor plan with drool worthy details, it is not surprising The Planchonella House recently received a number of awards from Queensland Architecture Awards and Australian Interior Design. Take a lookAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-82372837139978211092015-06-27T07:56:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.408-07:00In Living Color.casa abriltumblrcasa abrildesign filesWhat can I say? I really love color! Happy colorful weekend to you all! xxAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-46872468908376623822015-06-26T13:40:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.423-07:00Cool Down with Mango Margaritas.We recently returned from a mini vacation in Florida and we loaded up lots of mangoes when we were returning home. In addition to making smoothies and mango chicken, we recently added mango margarita to the list of what to make using mangoes.some of the ingredients needed(tequila is optional)I saw the recipe in the Summer issue of Good Housekeeping magazine that was waiting for me in Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-56438012817644008942015-06-11T13:28:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.437-07:00Wooden Letters Get Stylish with Vintage Wallpaper: A DIY.A few weeks ago, I bought these wooden letters that spell LOVE from Target(their Handmade Modern Line). Although I loved their natural look, I wanted to spruce them up a bit. I asked my friends on Instagram if I should paint them and the consensus was a resounding PAINT THEM!an IPhone pic of them beforeI was going to paint them, but then I remembered that I had wallpaper left Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-23968896142869666672015-06-10T08:35:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.452-07:00Layered Rugs.BarrieBensonLayered rugs is a trend that has been around for awhile and I think it's here to stay. Just like pillows, throws, candles, and really just about every accessory, I also have a thing for rugs. Unfortunately for me, I always fall in love with the most expensive ones. And as they increase in size, so do the prices! Well layering rugs can come to the rescue with that. If you look atAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-38525824811341067432015-06-08T06:23:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.469-07:00An Attic Renovation in Barcelona.I am blown away by this penthouse attic renovation. An abundance of light was added from the installation of large windows, an open floor plan allows for everyone to feel connected and gives the new space an overall feeling of spaciousness.I love their eclectic aesthetic; so inviting! Happy new week to you all. xx{images}Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-57878473386691959852015-06-05T06:14:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.489-07:00Colorful Summer Entertaining.Summer is in the air. The grass is green, flowers are bursting with blooms, the sun shines longer, and overall people seem to be in better moods. Since giving the patio a makeover, we've really been enjoying every bit of it! It's the perfect spot for Summer Entertaining.I recently had some Summer fun for a shoot with a couple ladies from a local social group called Fayetteville Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-42757591317571896752015-06-01T10:55:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.505-07:00The 3D DINO Clothes Rack by KAYIWA.Just when you thought that clothing racks are to remain forever mundane, KAYIWA excavates the DINO. After eight intensive years of research and development, the DINO clothes rack is now available in three versatile models: straight, wavy and module. Pictured is the Dino Module. I just love that they are on wheels!The DINO module is equipped with swivel casters that have brakes and, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-30533698677137559452015-05-28T14:40:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.520-07:00The Flip Clock Screensaver: A Free DownloadI've admired this flip clock screensaver for the longest time.Just take a look at my Creative Spaces board and you'll see a lot of this. I was obssessed!I am happy to say I finally found it and the best thing is it is FREE! Yup! It is called Fliqlo and it is a clock screensaver that allows you to make your desktop/laptop screen look like a flip clock. Click here to download. Enjoy! xxAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-35473720560632538852015-05-28T06:46:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.535-07:00A new tile collection inspired by the Pop Art of Roy Lichtenstein.Pop like you've never seen it before! The company Ceratec, located in Canada recently created a tile collection dubbed The Pop. The Pop has 12 different illustrated tiles alternate with a color range of 10 bright colors inspired by the Pop Art of Roy Lichtenstein. Look at how that color combination pops in the modern kitchen above!The Pop's color palette has roots in the 50s and remains as fresh Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-40830258919423482712015-05-21T10:43:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.550-07:00How to use Red, White, and Blue this Memorial Day Weekend. i used a scarf as the tabletop cover, a thrifted blanket, and some red pillows also help to bring in the colors. A portable grill(in blue), white candles, tableware in white and blue, some strawberries, over a week old flowers, Stella glasses, and this red white blue no fuss set up is ready! By now, you know I am a big fan of outdoor entertaining and this weekend is a long one here in Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-11465225194911993372015-05-20T05:42:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.567-07:00Urban Loft in London.Outfitted with lots of books, art, alien like lighting, and drool worthy accessories this loft exudes lots of urban chic with an industrial edge. Architects of Studio Cloud based in the UK created this gem. Let's explore more. Click through for larger pics.I am smitten with the expanse of windows and all that natural light streaming through! A beautifully appointed loft. Happy Wednesday friends. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-1431255597946450132015-05-15T06:50:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.582-07:00Repurpose or Recycle: DIYWith a little elbow grease, sander, and some paint, a piece of old furniture can be given new life. This is what the piece I thrifted looked like before. After lightly sanding, I painted and sealed it.I originally shared this diy here. You can read it there to get all the details.Just because a piece looks like this doesn't mean it can't become this! I gave this one a heavy sanding, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-54481090478206156952015-05-11T07:49:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.598-07:00How to Create an Effective To-Do List.To maximize my productivity, I had to recently reevaluate my strategies. My first priority was tackling the to do list with things that never seem to get accomplished.How To Create an Effective To-Do ListShorten your list. I realize I was being unrealistic by placing up to 10 things that I wanted to tackle in a day. Who was I kidding? Maybe if I had a clone... Limit your list to three things and Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-29170195985989983422015-05-09T04:26:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.613-07:00Happy Mother's Day: Matters of the HeartBefore Zion was born, I was told by Doctors that I wouldn't be able to conceive. At the time, I was undergoing a series of tests to diagnose the issue of my severe abdominal pains. I was told I had cysts... Anyway, when I was told that I wouldn't be able to conceive, for some reason, I didn't panic, in fact, I didn't embrace it as truth. Fast forward, Zion was born. I was so elated that when I Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-90654856852188345462015-05-07T13:23:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.627-07:00Design Inspiration in Maine.Seriously the first thing I thought when I saw this was,"What an adorable couple!" I want this to be the hubby and myself one day. They are not only adorable, but super stylish too! You see, the husband, Peter Cohen is a veteran architect of Peter M. Cohen and Associates. Did I mention that Peter is 84 years old!? Anyway, he designed this home for Sally(his wife) and himself. It's dubbed Maison Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-19093156747980629262015-05-07T09:31:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.641-07:007- Fabulous Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas.Try as we might to be amongst the early birds, some of us still always succumb to the last minute woes. But fear not! You still have time to get your Mom something special...Books:I have three on my list this year because personally, I love all three, but you can choose a fave.Justina Blakeney's The New Bohemian book is total bliss. Seriously.Gabrielle Blair's Design Mom: How to Live with Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-58608651881462785242015-05-01T04:17:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.656-07:00Tips for An Inexpensive and Lovely Outdoor Mother's Day Brunch.How are you celebrating Mother's Day? I will undoubtedly be spending time with the boys and since the weather has been so splendid, it will probably be spent outdoors. Here is a wonderful and inexpensive way to have a light brunch and some outdoor fun with things you might already have in your home.For this picnic brunch, I grabbed a few of their favorite books, toys, beverage, apples, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-86482729764211875122015-04-24T15:54:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.672-07:00Home Depot Patio Style Challenge Reveal!We've been enjoying the space for weeks and today the reveal is finally live over at the Home Depot blog where you'll see before shots and get details on the process. But let's take a peek at some more after pics. Click images for larger view.the hubby made that potting benchThe boys have really been enjoying playing in their diy sandbox on wheels on the new patio! For all the project and Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-69653230834789875892015-04-17T05:24:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.688-07:00Masseria Petrarolo: Rustic Luxury Redefined click through for larger picI received this press release in my inbox regarding this amazing restoration and had to share! This is not sponsored. The restoration and design is just really amazeballs and I know you'll appreciate it, especially my rustic loving peeps! But seriously, there's something for everyone to love. Let's start, shall we?click through for larger picHaving undergone four yearsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-65487701516222028082015-04-15T13:40:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.704-07:00 Decorating Ideas for a Dormer.I learned all about dormers during the building process of our current home. When our builder asked us if we wanted to add dormers to a certain wing of our home, I have to admit, I thought, "dom-what?" and memories of college and dorm rooms briefly came to mind. I thought surely dormers and dorms have nothing in common... We opted to add dormers which cost us more, but fast forward to now and Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6606621624995682139.post-15966256082068806602015-03-31T06:36:00.000-07:002015-10-11T18:58:51.720-07:00Cacti Love.I just love these prickly creatures and the texture they add when placed in interiors. However, one has to be careful to place them out of reach of little hands. Are you a fan?{images via my tumblr}Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13637808196822996629noreply@blogger.com0