We're Obsessed - Bright & Bold Patterns

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We are loving bright and bold patterns this summer. They are that little something that creates a conversation piece - in a good way, of course! 1. scarf  // 2. card - Alice Lane Home - $5.75 // 3. dress // 4. chair - Alice Lane Home - $2,137.50 // 5. settee - Alice Lane Home - $2,962.50 // 6. pillow - Alice Lane Home - $375 This bed just arrived in our showroom. The bold, zippy pattern makes this statement piece stand out!

King Bed - $2,427.75

Wishing you all a colorful and bold weekend! And don't forget to enter our giveaway for the perfect serving bowl for summer.

 

 

Summer Entertaining - Giveaway CLOSED

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I've had this little quote pinned to my bulletin board for about 10 years now. Its taken on deeper meaning the longer I look at it. I have learned that saying yes is a compliment, an acceptance of a person, and their ideas. I try to say yes, to whatever I'm offered these days... it really doesn't matter if I like it or not. I can like it in that moment because I want people to feel my love and acceptance for them and what they've made.

We're in the thick of summer entertaining months. Its milkshake season. Say yes!

I'm giving away my favorite serving bowl for summer! Everything is guaranteed to taste better when served in this oversized navy check serving bowl. People will want to give your recipe a try just because it showed up at the party in the cute bowl! (Retails at $100)

To enter, simply

- Subscribe to our blog and leave us a comment telling us about your favorite summer party. - For an extra entry, post this giveaway on your blog, Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, 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 Tuesday, July 23rd and the winner will be chosen at random and announced on Wednesday, July 24th, just in time for your Pioneer Day celebration. Please leave your email address so that we can contact you! Good luck!

Best of luck!

[photos 2 & 3]

Inspiration in Unusual Places - Summer Wardrobe

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Cool colors and playful patterns are where it's at for summer. Keep it light and airy with gray, white, and silver. A perfect outfit for an evening out and a sophisticated palette for your living room.

 

Pineapples are all the rage right now. Not only do they make a for a quirky print or accessory but they are the symbol of hospitality, a fitting piece for an entry.

What more to say than pink makes us feel pretty.

On a dress or in a bathroom, an oversized polka dot makes a bold and playful statement.

[all outfit photos from j.crew. photos 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5]

What We Love About June

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With June comes summer, and we couldn't be more thrilled! While there is so much to love about it, these are are five favorite things about June:

1. Patio dinners are the perfect gathering for friends and family. And what better place to start your weekend than with brunch on the patio?

2. It's time for a summer filled with fun in the sun. The pool is finally open and we're ready to get our tan on!

3. Nothing is better than freshly laundered linen sheets that have been line dried in the warm summer sun.

4. June is the month of love. Well, weddings that is. We love getting all dressed up to celebrate the love a of friend or family member.

5. Mmmm... a fruity lemonade is the perfect addition to any barbecue.

[photos 1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Inspiration in Unusual Places

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As the school year comes to a close and the weather is warming up, it's a sure sign that summer is on it's way! Fun in the sun and play dates galore, what a time to be a kid! We love all of the bright colors and fun stripes that are showing up just in time for a new summer look for the kiddos. Black and white stripes are a must! A classic. Go bold and use it as a wall treatment in your bathroom.

Need a punch of color in your neutral space? Put up some artwork that you love. This will help brighten up any space and make it feel fresh and summery.

Cobalt or navy with black and white stripes. A striking combo! And stay tuned... we have a navy sofa on its way to the store now!!!

While you are shopping for the little ones this summer keep this in mind. It could be your inspiration for your next room makeover.

Utah Dream Home Expo

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Come and get inspired at the Utah Dream Home Expo this weekend!

We have 50 pairs of tickets we are giving away so stop by our store to pick up yours while supplies last! You can also purchase tickets online here. Enter "Dream" under the promo code to get your tickets at half price.

Stop by our booth to say hi to Adam and several of our designers and enter to win a $250 gift certificate to our store! See you there!

Mother's Day Sale & Giveaway

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Don't know what to get Mom this Mother's Day? Surprise her with something stylish that she will love all year long whether it be a sparkly necklace or a photo frame with this year's family picture.

Nominate your mom (or yourself) for one of these pretty Mother's Day gifts! Tell your siblings to nominate mom and your friends to nominate theirs!

To enter, follow or subscribe to our blog and leave us a comment telling us why your mom deserves some extra love.

The giveaway closes Sunday, May 12th (Mother's Day) and two winners will be chosen at random and announced on Monday, May 13th. Please leave your email address so that we can contact you! Good luck!

How-to: Restyle Your Mantle

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With warm weather headed our way, now is the perfect time to clear out winter and welcome the sunshine!  I'm going to start by re-styling the mantel. Removing all art and accessories from the mantle and start with a clean slate.  Then, select your focal point. Try out different art pieces and mirrors. I went with a mirror because I wanted some sparkle.  Don’t be shy about your focal piece. Go big and bold. Hunt through your home, or in store for something grand!  Next, add a sculptural element: a statue, obelisk or bust.  I chose the whale vertebrae sculpture, because it’s the perfect companion to the porthole mirror.

Now you’re ready for a splash of fresh flora!  I used a glass vase to keep it airy and add more of that sparkle.  The stems will balance the sculpture without being too symmetrical.

Last but not least, I added ocean glass bottles for some color. Voila! You have a freshly styled mantel that will take you into fall.

-Shelby

Market Watch Spring 2013

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Spending a week in Highpoint, NC is a joy of mine twice a year. We go to stay current with the endless possibilities of all that are available or coming available. We get to see what the style makers and designers are forecasting for summer and fall. It's inspiring in every way! One thing was undeniable; Pattern is the new black! It is no surprise seeing how our favorite fashion designers have given us patterned pants, shoes, blouses, bags, bold patterned necklaces, etc. Why would our homes be any different? I wanted to share with you all the patterns I snapped while at market. They're everywhere.

The patterns today are more self-confident and spontaneous than ever before!  Don't be afraid to mix them in your own space(s). Structured patterns look great with free flowing more organic patterns.

You'll find a movement and rhythm gives your room a beat or a pulse. An easy way to start is with the rug and build upon that. A patterned chair, a textured sofa, art work... Patterned drapes also give back in a big way, and of course, a patterned or textured wall paper is always a great trick.

This season, find a way to incorporate a fresh new pattern into your decor.

Get out there, and find your beat!

-Jessica