Love Your Place

Slowing Down

2011-06-25T00:20:00.000-07:00

Hello to my fellow bloggers. I hope you have a relaxing weekend, safe and sound. What are your plans? How is your summer going so far?

I have not been able to post as much as I had hoped to this year. I have a bad shoulder and arm injury (of course it is my right side and I am right handed) and can barely move my arm now. It seems to be getting worse and worse and is very painful. This is on top of an old neck injury that always bothers me. On top of that, I am not feeling very well either. I am in need of a break and shouldn't be posting much so I can rest and get well. I know as soon as I write "I shouldn't do this or that" I will want to anyhow... but I really shouldn't... at least until I get more info from the Doctors about what is wrong and how to fix it. It's hard to do so little cuz I am so behind in everything. I don't wanna sound like a complainer and really want to be healthy and well. So if you don't see much from me, just know I am still here. I am still able to stop by your blogs and read them now and then as scrolling thru a blog is a bit easier to do than gathering photos and typing a post. And they make me feel better too. Thank you so much for sticking around and for your continued support.

Million Dollar Decorators, Episode 2

2011-06-15T00:45:00.000-07:00

Ross Cassidy and Jeffrey Alan Marks

Smith Jerrod (Actor Jason Lewis)

Did you watch Episode Two of Million Dollar Decorators tonight? Anybody else notice the striking resemblance between Ross Cassidy, Project Director and BF of Jeffrey Alan Marks, and Smith Jerrod (played by Actor Jason Lewis), Samantha's Absolut Hunk boyfriend on "Sex and the City?" Hummm.... I think it's the hair...

What did you think about the show tonight?

Click here for more info about Million Dollar Decorators.

Photo credits:

Ross Cassidy and Jeffrey Alan Marks via Surroundings blog

Smith Jerrod via HolidayGolightly.com

Million Dollar Decorators via Mecox Gardens

(They filmed some scenes at Mecox in Los Angeles too)

Million Dollar Decorators

2011-06-08T01:00:00.000-07:00

I am loving the new show Million Dollar Decorators which debuted on May 31. It airs Tuesdays nights on Bravo TV and stars high end decorators shown left to right above Mary McDonald, Jeffrey Alan Marks, Nathan Turner, Kathryn Ireland, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard. You can read more about the show in the LA Times article here. And check out more info about the show onBravo TV too. (I would write more about it all but I have injured my shoulder, arm and even a finger, which makes it painful to type and is keeping me off the computer.)

I hope you get a chance to see it!

Photos and links are from LA Times Article and Bravo TV

It's Raining

2011-05-17T07:14:00.000-07:00

The rain woke me up in the night.

From a drop of dew to a few more too.

It's raining in LA... finally, free water.

Legends of La Cienega Celebrate ART

2011-05-12T08:00:00.000-07:00

It's that time of the year again for the Legends of La Cienega event!

I'm going Friday and Saturday too. It would be so nice to meet my fellow bloggers and friends to say hi. If you are going, look for me, I have long red hair. I look forward to seeing the pretty window displays and attending all panel discussions and events I can get into. Read more at the Legends of La Cienega Celebrate Art for their schedule.

Happy Mother's Day

2011-05-08T08:00:00.000-07:00

Wishing all the Mom's a very Happy Mother's Day.

May your day be filled with flowers, warm smiles and happy memories!

It just started to rain outside as I write this in the middle of the night. It's as if God hears my tears even in LA where it's usually sunny and bright. It's hard for me to write a post about Mother's Day cuz my Mom is in heaven. It wasn't suppose to be like this. I miss her so much it's nearly too hard to bear. Still, if I could pick any mother in the world,

I would have picked her. She was the best Mom ever.

I love you Mom!

Photo Credits:

Flowers via Luphia Loves by Shana Rae (Florabella Collection) Sets on Flickr

Heaven's Sunshine on the Clouds ... Where did I find this?

Happy May Day!

2011-05-01T14:05:00.000-07:00

Happy May Day Everybody!

Photo Credits:

Early 1900's vintage postcard via

Uploaded by Tuckwelldc in Home and Garden on Webshots Channel

The Honeymoon Begins!

2011-04-30T05:15:00.000-07:00

Prince William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, can be seen here in a video taking a short stroll around Buckingham Palace this morning before leaving by helicopter for their honeymoon. There is a great article in The Telegraph here about the possible destinations which are being kept a secret. Since this post, it has been reported that they will post pone a long honeymoon as Prince William must return to his job in about a week.

They both look so wonderful and happy even on what must be very little sleep. Notice how quiet it is in the video which is with sound. It is a bright sunny day and so peaceful. There is hardly anyone around compared to yesterday's excitement and crowds. The Telegraph article says "Before they boarded the aircraft, palace staff had carried out some of their luggage, which included a bouquet of white blooms." That's so romantic!!!

What struck me the most about Prince William and Kate is that they have the EXACT same walk. Each step is in perfect unison and yet it seems unintentional and completely natural. I believe they are truly a match made in heaven. :)

I hope they live happily ever after!

Royal Wedding Memories

2011-04-29T22:40:00.000-07:00

I wanted to save some photos from the Royal Wedding of Prince William and his lovely new bride Catherine Elizabeth Middleton. It was truly a beautiful wedding, a dreamy fairy tale come true. You can watch highlights from their Royal Wedding in a short video here.

Prince William and Catherine received their new titles from Her Royal Magesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Their new title is now officially the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Prince William is now His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge. Kate's official title is Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge. The Queen also gave Prince William two additional titles... He is also now the Earl of Stratheam and Baron Carrickfergus which link him to Scotland and Northern Ireland.

I got up very early to watch their wedding live on TV in Los Angeles. I hope you had the chance to watch it too.

Royal Crown Wallpaper

2011-04-28T09:45:00.000-07:00

Get in the Royal spirit and feel like a Princess by adding some wallpaper with crowns to a room. These would look pretty in a little girls room, or perhaps a powder room or dressing room.

The Crowns and Cornets wallpaper is by Graham & Brown. You can add some sparkly jewels too! They are offering a 20% Royal Wedding Discount.

The grey, black and white crown wallpaper is from The UK High Street.

The pink crown wallpaper would look cute in a little girls room and comes in purple too. It can be found via Wallpapers-UK Designed by CWV.

The Royal Wedding

2011-04-28T08:25:00.000-07:00

I am so excited about seeing The Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. You can catch up with the latest news here at the official Royal Wedding website. I have been watching the pre wedding coverage on television. They seem so much in love! Their wedding seems so well organized and I hope they live happily ever after!

Happy Easter!

2011-04-24T10:30:00.000-07:00

Hopping by to wish you a very Happy Easter!

Photo Credits:

Vintage Easter Bunny with Eggs Postcard via Suzee Que on Flickr

The Royal Wedding and Lisa Vanderpump's Closet!

2011-04-20T22:00:00.000-07:00

Still trying to decide what to wear to the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton? Watch Lisa Vanderpump from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and her Fashion Designer assist Brooke Anderson of "Showbiz Tonight" with some fashion tips! Check out the video here. (I couldn't get it to show up on my blog.)

Check out Lisa's closet in that video!!! Wow!!! I think Lisa Vanderpump is fabulous! I wish I could meet her in person. And Brooke is adorable. I look forward to her coverage of the wedding.

I really wish I could go the wedding and celebrations! On my first trip to England several years ago, on the first day I was there, I saw Her Magesty Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. I was amazed. I hope Prince William and Kate Middleton have a truly romantic wedding and a wonderful life together.

Here is another video of Lisa, talking about her closet in Style: In My Closet with Lisa Vanderpump via The Hollywood Reporter.

Take a photo tour of the Vanderpump's beautiful home in Beverly Hills here. It is from Mauricio Umansky at Hilton and Hyland Reality.

Photo credits:

Prince William and Kate Middleton via...

Lisa Vanderpump's Closet via Closet Fever and Mauricio Umansky.

Aerin Lauder's Home Collection

2011-04-20T00:18:00.000-07:00

Estee Lauder said,

"Find what you love to do and do it well."

http://www.stylelist.com/2011/04/07/estee-lauder-aerin-lauder-lifestyle-brand/

http://www.homeaccentstoday.com/article/537954-Aerin_Lauder_partners_with_Lenox_to_launch_new_home_collection.php

http://www.elledecor.com/celebrity-homes/articles/home_stylesetter_aerin_lauder

aerin lauder home collection

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-HjDkSMnyc

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/04/aerin_lauder_will_still_receiv.html

http://www.styleite.com/media/aerin-lauder-fashion-lifestyle-brand/

http://chanceplus1.com/aerin-lauder-says-goodbye-to-estee-lauder/

Estee Lauder:

http://www.ruggedelegantliving.com/a/002692.html

Grandson William Lauder:

http://feedroom.businessweek.com/index.jsp?fr_story=FRsupt206315

Stylish Places to Work

2011-04-19T18:30:00.001-07:00

Although many of us have seen these photos before, I wanted to post some glamorous work places and home offices to motivate me a bit more... and it has done the trick!

Then I can day dream about going on a fabulous trip!

Hope your week is going well!

Photo Credits:

1. Ralph Lauren A Store With Style via A Page of Inspiration

2. Desk by Window via It's Like Reality on Tumblr

3. Mary McDonald's Home Office via Domino Magazine

4. Inspiration Frame via Elements of Style

5. Scandinavian Design Photography by Joakim Bergstrom for Skona Hem

via This Is Glamorous and The Sweetest Occasion and Lilium Designs

6. Office Space by Domicile Interior Design via Moth-Design Blog on Pinterest

7. Photography by Simon Upton for Elle Decor July/August 2009

via The City Sage and via This Is Glamorous

(The hand painted wallpaper is by Gracie.)

8. Beneton Weinstock's Home Office via House Beautiful

9. Louis Vuitton Cruise 2011 Look Book via Fashionising.com

Upstairs Downstairs

2011-04-10T21:43:00.000-07:00

Are you watchin it?

Oh my... the drama and the decor!

And let's not forget the pet monkey!

Delightful Garden

2011-04-06T21:00:00.000-07:00

I have been in the garden,

getting it ready for spring.

Creating a place to wander,

dream and ponder.

Maybe I will make a swing

under the big trees,

and a place to relax

in the afternoon breeze.

Indeed Spring is here. The garden is lush and green and the fragrant flowers are blooming. I have been busy trying to transform the over grown jungle in my backyard into a beautiful garden. I am quite exhausted and can only dream my garden would look as lovely and magical as these. Still what I have means a lot to me. :)

I hope you are enjoying your Spring days

and making your dreams come true.

Photo Credits:

1. Photographer Rodney Smith via Kelli Jo's Photostream on Flickr

2. Rose Garden Arbor via Yoninah Aliza on Tumblr

3. Belle Atelier Leaf Skirts via AbOrigine on Tumblr

(I believe this photo was in Vogue)

4. Owl Topiary via ILovedYouForever on We Heart It

5. Garden Swing via My Exquisite Life on Tumblr

(I've seen this other places but cant remember where)

6. Relaxing on the Garden Hedge via My Exquisite Life on Tumblr

(Another photo from Vogue?)

7. Circular Wall and Garden via A Cottage In the Woods on We Heart It

Chair-ish Chairs to Cherish

2011-03-22T11:30:00.000-07:00

Sharing some pretty exotic chairs that seem more like art or sculptures.

These unique chairs are designed by Carla Tolomeo for Sicis Next Art.

You can read more about them here at News House Design.

Serene Glamour

2011-03-21T14:30:00.000-07:00

Some sparkle in the dark makes for some serenely glamorous settings.

The first picture is one of my favorites for Interior Design inspiration.

I have a big shell like this one in my yard maybe I should bring it inside!

I hope you find some sparkle in your day too.

Photo Credits:

Table Setting via Monica on Pinterest and Style Swoon.com

Chair and Fashion Books via My Exquisite Life on Tumblr

Automobile via About Burdigan on StumbleUpon and WeHeartIt

Ralph Lauren Home via Beautiful Rooms

Ralph Lauren Home via Have Some Decorum

Another Rainy Day

2011-03-20T15:00:00.000-07:00

Oh to be so fashionable in the rain!

Photo Credits:

1958 LIFE Magazine via My Vintage Vogue

Peaceful Japanese Gardens

2011-03-12T07:30:00.000-08:00

With Japan on my mind, I wound up searching for everything Japanese from interior design, furniture, graphics, landscaping and more. I came across some lovely (real) gardens will perhaps post a few pics next time. I liked the graphics of these two pictures which are actually paint-by-number paintings. Remember those? I loved painting them as a child... I hope the pretty gardens bring thoughts of calm for Japan and the other places affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Perhaps the pictures will inspire you to paint a pretty picture or plant some pretty flowers in a garden too.

The Great Wave

2011-03-11T08:00:00.000-08:00

Sending positive thoughts and prayers out to those in Japan and all of the other areas that have been and will be affected by yesterday's 8.9 Earthquake and subsequent Tsunami. The power of nature never ceases to amaze me. They say waves may reach Hawaii and as far as the California coast too.

After watching the news and a few videos on the devastation, my thoughts wandered and came to rest on images of "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Katsushika Hokusai. He was a great Japanese artist who lived a long time ago from 1760 to 1849. This was the first color block print in the series "Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji." I found a video with more of his work set to some soothing music too.

I hope that calm seas return soon and that everybody has a safe and blessed day.

Photo Credits:

"The Breaking Wave Off Kanagawa" also called "The Great Wave"

Color Woodblock Print by Katsushika Hokusai

via Wikipedia

March On

2011-03-01T13:00:00.000-08:00

It is a sunny day in LA,

but it's cold and it's suppose to rain.

How are you today?

Photo Credits:

Signs of Spring ~ Puck Flapper ~ March 1917

Painting by Everett Shinn

via Finsbry on Flickr

Lavender and Gray

2011-02-15T18:00:00.000-08:00

Just some pretty pictures for today.

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T15:00:00.000-08:00

I hope you have a beautiful day.

Seriously Cool Bedrooms!

2011-02-13T22:30:00.000-08:00

There are so many beautiful interior design blogs with posts about bedrooms, like those over at Claudia's blog, The Paris Apartment in One of a Kind Love Affair, To Sleep, Perchance to Dream, and The Art of the Unmade Bed, and over at Trouvais in her post More Bella Notte.

I had to join in the fun and share some pretty bedrooms I found too,

but with a twist... ones with beds that look like tents, and those with canopies and a cozy nook to curl up with a good book.

I hope they are inspiring and peaceful. Sweet Dreams!

Photo Credits in Progress:

1. Looking thru the Canopy via Dress Up Her Bones

2. Tea Under the Canopy

via Live for the moments that you can't put into words

on Just Beyond the Stars on Tumblr

3. Canopy Bed via Shimmer Like Gold

4. Winter Whites via This Is Glamorous

5. Canopy Flowers by Photographer Denise Grunstein via Cameralink

6. Purple Tent via

7. Sonyas Secret Garden via Our Awesome Planet on Flickr

8. Photo via Shimmer Like Gold, A Lovely Little Cottage

Originally from via The New York Times Home & Garden Section

9. Same as 8

10. Canopy Bed via Of Delicate Beauty on Sporadic Beauty

11.

12.

13. La Madone Paris via Goodnight Love on Pinterest

14.

15.

About 16... Canopy

via Fairy Lights, Forts and Faffing About

at Vintage Cottage French on Tumblr

(Discovered on We Heart It, original page no longer found)

4th from Last... Canopy Bed via Blessed Wild Apple Girl on Tumblr

3rd to Last...

2nd to Last... Tents via Shimmer Like Gold

Last... Outdoor Canopy at Night via Mansion on Tumblr

"The Holiday" and Bedroom Tents

2011-02-13T22:00:00.000-08:00

I'm watching one of my favorite movies, "The Holiday"

and dreaming of pretty cottages with cozy rooms.

Some of the cutest scenes from the movie are with the little girls,

Sophie and Olivia, when they want to show Amanda their room:

"Guess what? We have a tent in our playroom. Do you want to see it?"

"This is an exceptionally great room!"

"Come inside! Lay down... lay down. It's cozy."

"Who cut out all these beautiful stars?

"We did, the three Musketeers."

Next post, I'll share some more "seriously cool" rooms!

Photo Credits:

Pretty pics via Hooked on Houses

Gray and Burgundy Today

2011-02-07T10:00:00.000-08:00

The wintery cold feeling of silver and gray

can be warmed up with rose and burgundy

in hopes you will have a very pretty day.

Photo Credits:

Hermes Purse and Shoes via Dusty Sequin on Tumblr

Roses in Crystal Vase on Mirrored Vanity via Dusty Sequin on Tumblr

A Little More Light

2011-02-04T13:23:00.000-08:00

Winter Wonderland

2011-02-03T21:00:00.000-08:00

Just sharing some pretty snowy winter wonderland pictures.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Photo credits on the way...

2. Red Cabin in Snowy Woods

via They Don't See What We See on Tumblr

3. Winter Cabin and Waterfall

via Tasty Little Toadstools on Tumblr

4. Schloss Burgsteinfurt Winter Wallpaper

via Nature.desktopnexus.com

Strolling Along and Longing for a Stroll

2011-02-02T17:00:00.000-08:00

When I was young I couldn't wait for my life

to hurry up and happen so I could get there,

where ever it was I thought I wanted to be.

At some point, all of that changed.

I don't remember when it happened,

but now I wish life would slow down.

Time seems to slip by out of my grasp

and I long for a meaningful stroll

instead of just strolling along.

ps.

Inspiration for my post came about after reading

"Men In Hats" by Pamela at The House of Edward.

Pamela's blog is so beautiful and well written...

one I simply can't live without.

Thank you Pamela for inspiring us every day.

Photo Credits:

1. Paris Gardens ~ Vue de Marly, Mongin, c 1800

France in the Age of Les Miserables

French Gardens and the Bourgeoisie on Mtholyoke.edu

2. Moonlight Promenade Painting by John Seerey-Lester

via Useppa ~ A Passage in Time

3. Strolling Couple under Blue Green Trees

via I Wear Shirts as Dresses ~ Doreese on Tumblr

4. Starduste via Artemislives on We Heart It

Lovely Luxurious Lighting

2011-02-01T17:30:00.000-08:00

May your days and nights be filled with sparkling light

and all that makes life shine bright.

Photo Credits in Progress:

1. Angel Wing by Tord Boontje

via Interview on Design Boom

2. Impressive Crystal Chandelier from Water Pressure

via Best House Design.com

3. Fabian Chandelier by Chandi

via Maison Classique

4. Love While You Live

via Nadi Vondi on Tumblr

5. Chandelier ~ Martha Stewart Holidays

via From Me to You on Tumblr

7. Chandelier on Table

via Sunset in Paris on Tumblr

and Ligiane on We Heart It

8. Chandelier at Capwl-y-Graig in Wales

via Namino on Flickr

10. Chandelier via Alice Baby on Tumblr

11. Chandelier

via I Loved You Forever on We Heart It

and Miss Wall Flower on Tumblr

12. Ship Chandelier

via We Love India

and All the Mountains

You Light Up My Life

2011-02-01T13:45:00.000-08:00

Searching for something to light up your life?

Here are some lovely chandeliers and sparkly lights.

Many more to come in my next post too!

I hope you have a beautiful day.

Photo Credits:

Girl in Car ~ You Couldn't Have Loved Me Better

via Always My Hero on Tumblr

Le Meurice Hotel in Paris

by Sandra Austoni on Flickr

via Mimar.a on Flickr

Eifel Tower ~ My Exquisite Life

via My Exquisite Life on Tumblr

Downton Abbey

2011-01-30T14:30:00.000-08:00

I am looking forward to Part 4 of "Downton Abbey"

tonight at 9:00pm on PBS Masterpiece Theater.

Catch a glimpse of the show in the video above.

I like the itv1 promo for the movie too, especially the music.

You can watch "Downton Abbey" online here

and catch up with the other episodes too.

It's a great movie to watch on a rainy day like today.

The fabulous blog, Enchanted Serenity of Period Films, has

a wonderful description of the film along with many photos.

They also recommend many other fabulous movies too.

Rainy Day Blues

2011-01-30T14:20:00.000-08:00

It is a rainy day in LA today... but I like it!

Silvery Deep Blue Fairy Tale Decor

2011-01-29T09:00:00.000-08:00

There once was a regal Queen

who dressed in gowns of silver and deep blue sheen.

She searched high and low

for a magnificent blue grey chateau.

Soon enough she found

a magical place not far from town.

The gardens outside looked fine

but the inside was not as divine.

Although to her delight, she found many treasures

from murals, tables and chairs, to beds and chaises.

So she set about to restore

her magnificent abode to its new decor

And she lived happily ever after

in her silvery moonlit midnight blue castle.

Poem by Me

Photo Credits in Progress:

The Queen via

Photo 2 via

Photo 3 via

Hans Schiebold Painting, Lanning Gallery in Sedona Arizona

Ruins via Reliques online.fr

Blue Chaise against Ruins

Hand painted De Gournay Wallpaper in Blue Gray with

Burnt Sienna Gilded Chairs and Console Table

Dulac Fairyland

Sweet Dreams & New Year Wishes

2011-01-28T23:00:00.000-08:00

May your nights be restful,

Your dreams magical,

Your days peaceful and

Your life blessed.

This is my New Years wish for you and me too.

Photo credit:

Sleepy Redhead in Dragon Boat

via Blessed Wild Apple Girl on Tumblr

Time to Share

2011-01-28T18:30:00.000-08:00

I have discovered so many beautiful pictures of art and antiques, architecture, interior design, and fashion, and merely stashed them away in folders on my computer or in files on the internet. I have some of everything from fairy tale castles, romantic chateaus and villas, to cozy cottages, and amazing modern architecture and all the furnishings you might find inside and beautiful landscaping outside, to the people who I imagine might occupy such places.

My journeys have lead me to other wonderful bloggers, creative people, manufacturers, shops and websites that you might like to know about as well. I hope you don't mind if I share them with you without any particular rhyme or reason, but just because I think you might like them too. Well... I can't resist writing a story for fun now and then.

So without further ado...

Photo Credits:

Marie Antoinette

I had a hard time finding the original source

of this picture but discovered it on Tumbler.

Please let me know if you know more about it.

It's So Audrey! A Style Icon

2011-01-26T13:30:00.000-08:00

Black and White of Audrey Hepburn via Vanpop.com

Audrey Hepburn via Lemonylace on Tumblr

Quote via SarahMollyD on Tumblr

Audrey Hepburn at her Vanity Dressing Table

via Kaleidoscope Eyes on WeHeartIt

Audrey Hepburn at her Vanity Dressing Table in

"How to Steal a Million" via HollywoodPast.com

Audrey Hepburn via DreaminParis on Tumblr

Audrey Hepburn via Artemislives on WeHeartIt

Audrey Hepburn via Dragonaut on Tumblr

Audrey Hepburn via Hipsterama.com

Just remembering and sharing a few pretty photos and videos

of Audrey Hepburn an icon of beauty, style, talent and grace.

Audrey Hepburn

May 4, 1929 - January 20, 1993

The Blues

2011-01-24T15:10:00.000-08:00

The LA sun shines bright

but things just aren't right.

I caught a cold

and am feeling blue.

I want to crawl back in bed

and chase away the flu.

Sip some tea

and hide under the covers.

Maybe soak in a warm tub of lavender scent

to soothe my aches and pains.

Escape to an isle of retreat

till I feel better again.

The Softer Side of Honeysuckle

2011-01-11T13:11:00.000-08:00

Just adding a few more pictures of rooms done in a softer shade of Honeysuckle.

Credits to follow...

Honeysuckle Hues

2011-01-11T11:11:00.000-08:00

Marabout Hat 1960's - Photo by Mark Shaw

via Champagne and Macarons, A Place to Dream

Arundale Wallpaper in Girardon Design

via Designers Guild

Bedding via Little Blue Deer Life, Luxuriant

Living Room via Little Blue Deer Life, Luxuriant

Console and Lamps via Little Blue Deer Life, Luxuriant

Chair and Pillow via Designers Guild

Settee, Pillows and Curtains via Designers Guild

Model from 1960's Photographed by Mark Shaw

Pillows and Cushions via Inside Out Colour and Design

Decorum Your Decorating Forum with Jennifer French

The Schiaparelli Suite at the May Fair Hotel in London

Bathroom and Wallpaper via Pantone

Bedroom Walls via

Carolyn Quartermaine via Champagne and Macrons

Designers Guild

Jewel Crusted Ring (in Fushia) by Trina Turk

Evening Gown and Coat by Yves Saint Laurent Au Petit Palais

via Squa.re.com

Schiaparelli Hat Box by Elsa Schiaparelli

Who's Shoes?!

Console via The Paris Apartment

Kelly Wearstler via Champagne and Macrons

Model from 1960's photographed by Mark Shaw
via Nonsense and Sensibility

Bedroom by Jamie Drake for Kips Bay

Bedroom of Gweneth Paltrow's

Pink Sofa via Creamy Life

Wallpaper via Graham Brown

Carolyn Quartermaine

Chest of Drawers by Graham and Green

Modern Pink Bathroom via

The Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen via Republic of Fritz Hansen

Photo via Design Box Blog

Pink Avenida Maze Pillows by Trina Turk

Two Models at the Beach for Vogue 1963 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe

via The Fashion Spot

House Beautiful via Champagne and Macrons

Bedroom by Sarah Richardson

Honeysuckle Interior by

I find the Honeysuckle color changes how I feel depending

on what other colors it's paired with and the style of the room.

However you choose to use Pantone's new color for 2011,

the Honeysuckle hues are sure to brighten your day!

ps. Posted on 1-11-11 at 11:11am :)

Some photo credits still to follow...

Honeysuckle ~ Pantone's Color for 2011

2011-01-10T19:41:00.000-08:00

Photo via Soigne the blog of a deux bespoke bridal paper

Orchid single stem, Better Homes and Garden, Steve Madden Boyfriend Comforter, Addison bench, Ektorp armchair cover, Pietre knob flower, Honeysuckle Medallions pillow. Photos via Sweet Home

Pantone has crowned Honeysuckle as thee color for 2011.

Pantone Colour Institute Executive Director Leatrice Eiseman says,

"In times of stress, we need something to lift our spirits.

Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating colour that gets the adrenaline going, perfect to ward off the blues."

Here are some examples of the color as seen in fashion, makeup, weddings, accessories, interior design, and appliances for the home.

What do you think of the color?

I found lots of very pretty photos highlighting the use of Honeysuckle

which I will share with you in my next post.

Until then... it looks like the lady on the hammock in my blog header is resting her head on a pillow in the perfect shade of Honeysuckle.

Sweet dreams!

Pottery Barn Giveaway via Made By Girl

2011-01-10T15:45:00.000-08:00

Let's Get Organized!

Be sure to enter the Pottery Barn Giveaway on Jen's blog Made By Girl.

The winner will receive a white Modular Daily System by Pottery Barn for their office or craft room. You can use it to sort mail, plan your days, keep track of important dates and more!

I would love to have the Pottery Barn Modular Daily System.
It would help keep me organized and inspired in 2011 and beyond.

I would put it either above my old antique desk

in the den where I have my business and office kind of work,

or in my art studio above my drafting table.

To Enter (on Made By Girl's Blog):

1. Tweet about the giveaway and let Jen Know you did
(if you have Twitter).
2. Tell Jen at Made By Girl (in her comments)
how you would use the Daily System.

You can enter up to two times.
3. Leave your email with Jen too.

That Includes:

Top Display Rod, 12" long (3)

Top Display Rod, 24" long (2)
Magnetic Whiteboard Calendar, White (1)
Linen Pinboard, White (1)
Letter Bin, White (1)
Daily System Office Organizer, White (1)
Corkboard, White (1)

INFO ABOUT THE DAILY SYSTEM:

The Modular Daily System allows you to create a customized system for supreme organization in any room. Each Daily System modular component slides onto a wall-mounted stainless-steel rod so you can easily move or add each piece. Cork board, letter bin and office organizer take the 12-inch rod; all other pieces take the 24-inch rod. To create a system that's ideal for your space, view the Daily System Tool here.

ENTER THE POTTER BARN GIVEAWAY HERE AT MADE BY GIRL

Jen at Made By Girl will randomly select and post the WINNER on Wednesday, January 12th.

Good Luck Everyone!!

Rainy Days

2011-01-02T19:40:00.000-08:00

It's a rainy cold Sunday and a good day for blogging.

I discovered some new blogs,

especially those of my new followers

and want to add them to my reader list;

however, I have been stopped by the

"blogging police" and issued a warning:

"You are already following the maximum number of Blogs (300).

Unfollow some other blogs first."

I don't want to delete my fellow bloggers who's

interior design, fashion and creativity I so admire!

Does everybody else have this restriction?

Is there a way to add more without deleting some?

I hope you're warm and cozy and having a good day.

Photo credits:

"Spring Rain" by Erte via Desert Glitter on Flickr

Gazette du Bon Ton Fashion Plate 1915

Happy New Year!

2010-12-31T06:00:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Graphics

Wishing all my blogging friends a glamorous sparkly New Year!

Merry Christmas

2010-12-22T22:06:00.000-08:00

I can't believe how fast this year went by.

I am very grateful for my blogging friends and

your thoughtful comments mean the world to me.

I love seeing your blogs and all your creativity too.

I'm wishing you all a wonderful, magical Christmas.

"The French Inspired Home" by Carolyn Westbrook Giveaway Contest

2010-11-01T11:35:00.000-07:00

Judy at the "French Laundry" blog is having a contest to win "The French Inspired Home" book by Carolyn Westbrook. This is a beautiful book that is sure to delight you for hours. I just entered and you can too. Please check out the contest, open thru November 17th, on the lovely "French Laundry" blog for more info here.

Judy is going to include some French inspired goodies along with the book. This is sure to be quite a treat after seeing her French Laundry blog.

Judy has another wonderful post about "The French Inspired Home" book including some dreamy photos on her blog here. What a wonderful way to start November! Thank you Judy!

Boo to You!

2010-10-29T14:40:00.000-07:00

I'm trying to dream up a post for Halloween,

Something clever to make you scream.

But I can't seem to top my story from last year,

Check it out here.

Do you have any plans for Halloween?

The Beauty Loft in Beverly Hills

2010-10-27T13:00:00.000-07:00

Head on over to The Beauty Loft in Beverly Hills and put your best face forward! If you live in Beverly Hills or nearby, or even if you are in town visiting, I highly recommend Sandra Dee at The Beauty Loft for your all your beauty needs. She is a true artist when it comes to makeup and waxing, and creating perfect eyebrows and eyelashes. She will also do your makeup for everyday, special events and weddings. With the Holidays coming up and lots of parties, you'll want to look your best! You won't want to hide behind a mask at Halloween! So please give Sandra a call and check out her website for more info here.

Sandra used to work at Umberto's Salon on Canon Drive in Beverly Hills for many years, but has moved on to a new location. She has set up her new place down the street at the Joseph Martin Salon in their light and airy loft upstairs.

Sandra does the makeup for quite a number of celebrities, including Natalie Cole, but always makes everybody feel like a star! I have been going to Sandra for years and can't say enough positive things about her work. I am a natural redhead, and actually have blond eyelashes and eyebrows which make me look rather faded away. She dyes or "tints" my eyelashes black using a very natural dye that is not harmful. It doesn't hurt to have it done. She shapes my eyebrows perfectly, and tints them ever so slightly too. I always feel I look better afterwards. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to see her in quite some time due to an eye injury but I can't wait to go back.

A glowing review from another fan:

"The Beauty Loft, upstairs at Peter Ishkhans at Joseph Martin Salon is LA’s version of New York loft beauty. In this bright airy space you can’t help but feel beautiful. The lighting is exceptional for make-up and trust me, Sandra Dee will not miss a hair on your face. The salon's vibe is fresh, easygoing and is all about making our clients feel exactly what they deserve, “the best.”

Call and make an appointment today!

You'll be delighted with the results!

Sandra Dee

310.880.0682

sandra@thebeautyloftla.com

thebeautyloftla.com

The Beauty Loft

Located upstairs at Peter Ishkhan's

at the Joseph Martin Salon

275 N. Canon Drive

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Photos from Sandra Dee's website

Behind Our Mask

2010-10-23T08:00:00.000-07:00

The time is near for Halloween,

will you join in the party scene?

Wear a mask and costume,

or ride around on a broom?

Take the children door to door,

gathering trick or treats galore?

Just be sure to put on your best face,

so you'll arrive with grace.

Short poem by me

Carnival Mask photo via We Heart It

Going, Going... Almost Sold....

2010-10-21T06:12:00.000-07:00

Just a quick post to tell you about an Ebay auction I just stumbled across. It's for a "Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Faux Bamboo Flatware Set" that could make a chic and glamorous table setting. It reminds me of days gone by, out by the pool, with decor in the manner of Kelly Wearstler, Joe Nye, Mary McDonald, Woodson & Rummerfield, and so on.

This is the direct link...

Vtg Hollywood Regency Gold Faux Bamboo Flatware Supreme

I don't normally post things I discover that are up for auction but this looks so pretty. There are only about 11 hours until the auction ends and there are already a lot of bids. It's a set of 10 complete servings stainless steel and gold electroplated by Supreme. What do you think of it?

Colors of the Night

2010-10-12T17:40:00.000-07:00

Don't you just wanna wear that and lye on that bed!

Charcoal grey and peachy mauve look pretty together

and the patterns and textures are amazing.

Time and Time Again

2010-10-10T10:10:00.001-07:00

Happy 10-10-10

at 10:10:10 am & 10:10:10 pm

Only once in a hundred years,

will this time ever pass us by again.

Yet each moment comes only once in our lives,

then forever passes us by.

Thinking about where Ive been,

Wondering... should I go down that path again?

Whats around the other corner?

Better pause a moment to wonder...

and ponder...

before I just wander.

More of the same?

Humm... I think it's time to change.

Rambling Thoughts by Me

Hello October

2010-10-09T07:03:00.000-07:00

Fall has changed the leaves,

and there's a slight breeze.

All is a glow in amber golden light,

telling me every thing's gonna be alright.

Wishing everybody a beautiful weekend.

A little poem by me :)

Photo Credits:

Hello October via tumblr

Fall Leaves via Slss blog

Bird in Sunlight via Amarynthia on Flickr

Fall Leaves and Trees with Girl by Lake via Live Internet

Redhead and Fall Leaves via Image Shack

I Dreamed A Dream

2010-09-25T00:34:00.001-07:00

Il Podere Villa in Grosseto Area, Tuscany, Italy

Sometimes I'll have a dream and then years later, I'll find a picture or see a place that matches the scenery in my dream perfectly. Years ago, I had a dream I was at this villa in Tuscany, although in my dream it was definitely night time. How can that be when I've never seen this place or been there before? Has that ever happened to you?

It's been a while since I've posted on my blog. I'm still here... and wanted to just jump back in and say hello to all my followers. Thank you so much for staying with me. It means a lot to me you're all still here too. I hope you are all doing well and that we can catch up. I will have more to post soon! Bonnie :)

Photo Credits:

Il Podere Villa in Grosseto Area, Tuscany, Italy

(I'm not sure if this info is correct but that's how the pic was tagged

although info and pic are now missing from the original website.)

via We Heart It and

via ItalianVillas.com

La Cienega Design Quarter Events

2010-05-07T13:21:00.000-07:00

What events and places are you going to? Click here for LCDQ's Event Schedule and more info.

I went to Rose Tarlow Melrose House this morning for the "East Meets West" Panel Discussion with Virgil McDowell, Joe Nye, Mary McDonald, and Carolina Irving and Lisa Fine of Irving & Fine, moderated by Pamela Jaccarino, Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design. There were so many people there... it was packed! It was a fabulous discussion with the panel showing wonderful pictures of their work. It ended with a great vignette of old Hollywood movies featuring some fabulous designs!

I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Virgil McDowell and to see Joe Nye again after many years. I also met Brooke Giannetti who has the lovely blog, Velvet & Linen at this morning's event too.

Well, I just can't sit around knowing the doors to the design world have been flung open... so I'm going back out there to see what more I can see! Maybe I can meet some more of my fellow bloggers out there... Christian May of Maison21 and Ivan Meade of Meade Design Group, and anybody else who's going... look for me... I'm the redhead with the big smile on her face gazing at all the fabulous decor!

This afternoon was a beautiful sunny day, perfect for walking around La Cienega, visiting with others, and seeing the stunning designer showrooms.

We stopped by Lee Stanton Antiques for refreshing cocktails and tasty h'ordorves and feasted on the "MANtique" decor. What is MANtique? It's "the use of masculine, chic and streamlined antiques and the creation of a strong, classic and current style." Unfortunately, I missed the panel discussion but many others were there to hear more about MANtique from Interior Designer Waldo Fernandez; David Keeps, of Los Angeles Times and Ovatition; and Giles Taylor, Chief Designer Jaguar Cars, Ltd. moderated by Mitchell Owens, Editor at Large, Elle Decor. Judging by the decor, it must have been magnificent.

Moderator, Wanda Jelmini, Marc Friedland, and Irene Neuwirth

I was able to attend the panel discussion for "La Dolce Vita, The Sweet Life of design with color influences in the home, film and fashion." Our panelists included Wanda Jelmini, Creative Director, Missoni Home; Marc Friedland, President, Creative Intelligence; and Jewelry Designer, Irene Neuwirth. Ronda Carman who we know from her wonderful blog, All the Best, was to moderate the discussion, but she was unable to be there. We had a wonderful sub who's name escapes me. Please tell me if you know... It was a lively talk covering everything from black and white, the 64 crayola coloring box, all the colors of the rainbow, and the entire Pantone spectrum. They spoke about how color trends of the season are chosen, about different colors combinations, and how color is seen on us each day and around the world. Be sure to check out their websites for some incredible sights and sounds!

The lovely gift bag from Missoni Home included many colorful brochures, a sample of Missoni Acqua Eau de Toilette, and a beautiful soft towel that looks surprisingly good with my colorful 1930's Art Deco tile bathroom floor. Definitely check out the Missoni Home website, it's FABULOUS! It's so fresh, colorful and lively with some great music on it too! Thank you Missoni Home!

It was indeed a beautiful day sprinkled with laughter and smiles. I can't wait for more tomorrow.