Slide Around Your Home

The inner child in me came out when I saw the Houses with Slides article on flavorwire.com. It takes me back to when I would design spaces in my head as a kid. I use to want the loft that Tom Hanks had in Big. I would dream of having a train to ride around my home like Rick Schroder on the 80's TV show Silver Spoons. Well now I want to add to my fun house list a slide. Why take the stairs when you can get there faster via slide. I have decided someday I will have a dining table that converts into a ping pong table and now a slide to take me from up to down. Your never too old to slide around the house. Check out these great homes designed around slides. ~xo~ Annie


{all photos above via flavorwire.com}

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Typography Trend

Do you love the typography trend as much as I do? It's modern art that says something. This style can be mixed with photography or even traditional paintings for a twist. It also can be hung alone on a wall and speak for itself. Get some typography in your home today to enjoy art that actually speaks to you. ~xo~ Annie


{above photo from Lonnymag.com}


{all posters above from madebygirl.com}

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Geek Chic iPad Cases

I admit it I am one of those people addicted to the Apple products. I love my iphone and I really love my ipad. Mostly I just love the cool cases you can get for these items. I was very excited to hear about the new ipad and it's latest features...I mean video chat how cool is that?! In anticipation of the latest ipad arriving in stores I have been looking at cases. Even though the new ipad comes with it's own sleek cover, it's still fun to have one that shows your personal style. Here is a round up of some fun ipad cases. View this list with your geek chic glasses on. ~xo~ Annie


{from the top left to right journal ipad cover, lemonstory ipad sleeve, felt ipad sleeve, ipad book}


{from the top left to right true bamboo ipad case, old fashioned book case, temple ipad case, ipad techee sleeve}

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Great Vintage Poster Resources

I am always in search of interesting posters and art for clients and myself. I especially love finding websites for affordable vintage posters. I was happy to see a recent Apartment Therapy's post on Best Sources for Vintage Posters. If your in search for something special to hang on your walls you need to check out this list. Just be prepared to spend a lot of time flipping through options, finding a great vintage poster takes time. ~xo~ Annie


Best Sources for Vintage Posters via Apartment Therapy

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MyDiab Master Bedroom Design

I just mailed an eclectic Master Bedroom design to a MyDiab client in Cardiff By The Sea, CA. I selected soft grey walls with accent walls in a light grass cloth to bring in texture. The bedding is crip hotel white with a red contrast stitch, red cashmere throw blanket and bold colored accent pillows for that pop. Also giving the space bursts of color will be the artwork and the red and white chevron rug. I think this room will be a nice retreat and relaxing space at the end of a long day. ~xo~ Annie





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Aussie Vogue Color Inspiration

I just caught a glimpse of this months Vogue Australia and was more than delighted at what I saw. It's a fiesta of bold colors, textured fabrics and the best part big hats. Now I need to plan a trip to Mexico, so I can fashion a wonderfully large hat with a boldly colored sun dress. Doesn't this just bring you into spring in the best way possible? I can' t wait to design some spaces inspired around this color fiesta. Margarita please! ~xo~ Annie






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Silhouette and Butterfly Trend

I love new and different artwork trends. I am really drawn to the silhouette and butterfly trend I keep seeing. These looks have a strong presence when an entire wall or small space is designated for a grouping (see photos below). I could even see mixing a little silhouette with butterfly being a wall stunner. This could really be an affordable art option if you printed the silhouette's on your home computer and framed them yourself. If you don't want to splurge on real butterflies you can always pick up the faux version at your local craft store and put them in a frame. I think I am going to do this in a bathroom, I will let you know how it turns out! ~xo~ Annie



{photos above from last months lonnymag.com}

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