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Showing posts with label white. Show all posts

Thursday, June 14, 2012

White Items from IKEA

HOT SUMMER DAYS are coming and a great way to cool down your home is by adding white!
We love shopping at IKEA. They offer great designs and fabulous prices. 
If you do not live near one, shop online. Better yet, look online, make a list and plan a trip. It is worth it!



TULLSTA Chair IKEA The pillow provides comfortable lumbar support. Extra covers are available for variation and renewal. Slim lines, easy to place.
IKEA: Tullsta $99

LILL Pair of curtains IKEA A thin, sheer pair of curtains. Can be cut to desired length; no hemming needed.
IKEA: Lill Pair of Curtains (White) $4.99


SNÖIG Pendant lamp IKEA Safety tested and tamper-proof. Gives a good general light.
IKEA: Snoig Pendant Light $19.99





ABORG Rug, high pile IKEA Its high pile creates a soft surface for your feet and also dampens sound.
IKEA: Aborg Rug High Pile, Natural $39.99

LIATORP Sideboard IKEA Cord outlet in the back.  Keeps all cords in one place. Adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs.
IKEA: Lliatorp Sideboard $350.00
BLOMSTER Candle holder, set of 3 IKEA Can be used both with candles in metal cups and with tealights.
IKEA: Blomster Candle Holder Set of 3 $14.99




SALONG Vase IKEA Mouth blown; each vase has been shaped by a skilled craftsman.
Ikea: Salong Vase White $7.99




MASKROS Pendant lamp IKEA Projects decorative patterns onto the ceiling and on the wall.
IKEA: Maskros Pendant Light $49.99

BILLY Wall shelf IKEA Small wall shelves help you utilize small wall spaces, e.g. above windows and doors.
IKEA: Billy wall Shelf $40.00



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I hope you are inspired to add a little white to your decor.
It REALLY DOES go with everything!

HAPPY DESIGNING!
Christa

PS: Please leave us a comment below on which item is YOUR FAVORITE! Thanks.




Monday, June 11, 2012

Global Design: Greek Isles

This month we are traveling to the Greek Isles.

 What better way to start off the summer with cool blues and whites! 
This design styles takes is cues from the beautiful surrounding waters. They inject stone, wood  and lots of plaster into their homes to bring the outdoors in.
Notice in the images below how each room shows off these design elements.  

Simple and clean lines make up this room but the real showstopper is the ceiling!

Adding fabric to the bed surround gives an outdoor feel in this bedroom.
But here again, a  "WOW" ceiling idea! Easy to recreate in your own home. 

It's all about simplicity in this dining room.
Even though they have rustic furniture, they bring in mirrors for sparkle and of course the crystal chandelier.  

beautiful house greek island interior
This is a more modern approach to Greek design.
But the biggest factor in this room is the arch. This is typical to many designs in the country. 



This family room holds several design elements of Greek design.
The stone fireplace, the smooth stucco built-in benches, and of course the beams on the ceiling
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Another modern approach to Greek design. I love the steal bar stools and light pendants.

This bedroom beams with romance. The fabric draped ceiling, the all white palette,
and to top it all off, a FABULOUS VIEW!
I hope you enjoyed this journey to the Greek Isles. Do you have a FAVORITE DESIGN ELEMENT from this style? Please let us know in the comments below!

HAPPY DESIGNING,
Christa

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Pictures Sources:
momoy.com
blogcatalog.com
youbookit.com






Friday, March 16, 2012

Neutral colors for your home this spring

Spring is such a wonderful time to change things up a bit. After cold winter months it seems everyone is ready to welcome new and fresh color into their lives and home.

I love looking at nature for inspiration. It truly is a work of art to see all the colors in flowers, trees and grass. But look at some other items you might not think about...such as the color of the sky, moss growing on a tree, mushrooms, and even tree bark. These are neutral colors you can use as the base of your room design and then add your pops of color to make it come to life.

Here are some neutral color inspirations to bring spring and nature into your home.













 I hope these neutral color schemes will help you get started in bringing nature inside. I know many of you are afraid of color so I hope this will help you stretch your design ideas!

Happy Decorating!



Sources for pictures: 
1 & 2. www.homeklondike.com
3. www.decoratehomeinterior.com
4. www.freshbump.com
5. www.homedesignpics.com
6 & 7. http://usedcar-sale.com/interior-design-ideas/romantic-spring-home-interior-decorating-ideas.html
8 & 9. www.houseofanais.com
10. www.higginshomes.co.uk

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Winter Wreaths

So you need  little inspiration for your front door during the winter. Here are a few great wreaths I found to show you how creative you can be during the cold winter months.
Some of these would be perfect to hang around the house too. Think above the fireplace, layered in front of a mirror, over a bed...the possibilities are endless!

Natural wreaths are really the way to go during winter. The first one shown is a ready made wreath but you can use this as an example to create your own. Notice all the pinecones, pines bundles, and several sprigs of faux berries to make this wreath so interesting. I love the touches of white.
That makes it pop!


How simple is this wreath? Find a fabulous twig wreath, add a simple ribbon bow and finish it off with pinecone ornaments. Use your imagination here...what would you put at the end of the ribbon?



Such a fabulous wreath this is.....a white spray painted pinecone wreath with simple gold leaves as accents!
STUNNING and SIMPLE!





This is an easy to make wreath. Start with a styrofoam or flat wooden wreath, hot glue a few cinnamon sticks, add in a few berries and tie it up with a ribbon. VOILA! you have a simple and elegant wreath that not only looks sweet but smells great too!



Such a wonderful idea....a MARSHMALLOW WREATH!
Create this one with the kids for a fun craft day.


This lovely wool felt rose wreath uses the best colors for winter.
But it warms you up with the materials used. I love the extra touches of sparkle snowflakes!




This silver toned wreath featured on Stonegable Blog is my favorite.
It is such an easy shape but with such style.


So are you now inspired to make a new wreath for your front door? Did you find one to create for inside your home? I would love to hear from you and which is your favorite. Please let me know.

And if you have some of your own creations...post them on my FB fan page at Christa Delgado Design Inc.

Happy Decorating!