Inspiration in Unusual Places

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Flowing skirts and simple color schemes make up Anthrolopologie's summer line and are perfect inspiration for our interiors.Crisp whites and a touch of blush pink add a whole lot of femininity to this outfit and rooms. Linen bedding makes this room as soft as this outfit. The flowing drapes mimic lines of the pleated skirt. A pleated skirt with an asymmetrical navy and white printed top gives this outfit a nautical edge. Asymmetry is used in the room above with a small and large plant on either side of the room. This dining room has that nautical feeling with the striped chair seats and the navy walls striped with white drapes. Both rooms are casual and classy.

The same soft pink skirt, paired with a bold red top adds drama to this romantic outfit. Adding punches of red to both of these rooms adds excitement and interest.

What fashion elements inspire your interiors?

Giveaway Time!!! - CLOSED

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Prepare your home for summer with this zippy doormat, a delightful dish soap and surface cleaner and brighten your day with this lovely little apron!

Honeycomb Doormat, Cucina Sanguinelli Orange & Fennel Dish Soap and Surface Cleaner, and Floral Apron. Retails at:  $118

Enter to win by following these rules:

- Follow this blog and leave us a comment. - For an extra entry, post this giveaway on your blog, Facebook, Twitter, etc.  Just copy the link into your comment on this post so that we can see it and your name will be entered twice. The giveaway closes Wednesday, June 8th and the winner will be chosen at random and announced on Thursday, June 9th. Please leave your email address so that we can contact you! Good luck!

Guest Blogger: Robert McArthur

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You know when something significant happens in your life, and you feel everything around you slows down and you think -- life will never be the same again. That is what happened to me nearly 10 years ago when I walked into Robert McArthur's home. He planned, designed, built, and landscaped the most spectacular home - iconic work! And put it in the Northern Wasatch Parade of Homes for all to enjoy! I must have gone through the home daily during the Parade. My husband Adam and I were looking for a home at the time - and after walking through Robert's home we knew we wanted to live like this. So we met with Robert and selected one of his house plans. We made a few minor alterations to the plan and began to build our Dream House on Alice Lane. I wanted to show you the house that changed my life! A picture is worth a thousand words... So I'll stop writing and just let you appreciated his charming way of combining all these elements that make you want to cozy in to all the precious spaces he's created in each and every room. This is McArthur Park... Enjoy!

- Jessica

Meet Robert...

When was it that you were first inspired to be an architect? When I was 10 years old. While growing up, my parents always took me to the Parade of Homes. I still remember at age 10 I saw a Parade Home that I loved. I wanted to be able to create something like it ever since.

What inspiration have you drawn from the various places that you have lived and traveled? I am soaking up my surroundings everywhere I go and in every aspect of life. I'm intrigued with materials used in all types of buildings, the light and lack of light in buildings as well as how structures are sited on the property. I even think that food and it's presentation is inspirational.

What advice do you give when helping someone determine their style? Check out every magazine possible and you will naturally gravitate to the style you like.

What is your ultimate dream project? To design a whole mixed-use community; residential, commercial and retail spaces complete with landscape.

Thanks Robert for taking the time to stop by and share your inspirational work with us! Stop by Robert's blog, Creative Spaces for Thoughtful Living.

Spruce Up for Spring

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Need a little freshening up for Spring? Adding some greenery will do the trick! This pretty little number is our Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant ($398). Doesn't it look so realistic???

Here are a few of our other plants that we have in store.

1. Spider Orchid - $220 2. Olive Trees - Small: $23 | Large: $54 3. Lemon Tree - $43 4. Dried Bouquet - $223 5. Potted Plant in Red Pot - $173 6. Split Leaf Stem - $266

Don't forget that these are included in our Accessory & Pillow Sale going on now!

Mother's Day Gift Guide: The Mom with a Green Thumb

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1. Grasshopper - A fun and quirky garden decoration. - $172. Watering Can - Water the plants in style. - $113 3. Gardening Kit - Perfect for starting a little herb garden. - $38 4. Bud Vases - Lovely for a few little flowers from the garden. - $65 for set of 5 5. Lemon Tree - This is for the not so green thumb. Freshens up the room without any watering. - $43

What are you getting your mother for Mother's Day?

Mother's Day Gift Guide: The Gourmet Chef Mom

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1. Table Runner & Oven Mit  - Add some pizazz to your cooking routine and dress the table with that same colorful pattern! - $47.50 & $22.502. Elephant Butter Dish - A perfect touch of whimsy for any tabletop. - $12 3. Lidded Compote  - A lovely little serving dish that will keep your food warm. - $75 4. Pitcher  - Bring a French Country touch to your breakfasts. - $62 5. Tasting Spoons  - Perfect for cooking or just for a little countertop accessory. - $47.50 6. Bowls - Perfect bowls for cereal or ice cream. - $50

April Showers Bring May Flowers

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Although the weather is not cooperating with our wants of warmer temperatures and sunny days, keep in mind that April showers bring May flowers. Add a pop of color somewhere in your home to brighten your day... And we just got some new fun accents!

1. Photo Frames - $25 - $40 2. Sari Blankets - $195 3. Outdoor Mats - $41 4. Lemon Trees - $43 5. Note Cubes - $17 6. Aprons - $28 - $41 7. Candles - $24 8. Trays - $23

Inspiration in Unusual Places: Children's Spring Collection

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Pastels are not only for the young at heart... J.Crew's crewcuts Spring Collection for girls is full of airy pastels. But adults fret not, incorporate these color palettes into your interiors for that youthful and whimsical feeling! Purples and pale peaches with a few ruffles and a bit of shimmer make up this outfit. Adding this palette into a Master Bedroom makes the room feminine and soft. A light coral, chambray and other shimmery pastels from yellows to blues with a surprise pop of magenta make a perfect match. The rooms can be feminine and light or bold and colorful.

A laid back sweatshirt or a silky ruffled skirt in shades of coral make this outfit laid back yet girly. Add a bit of tufting and nailheads to dress an ottoman and a structured sectional to give this room the same feeling.