I can appreciate a laid back, casual, coastal feeling and these photos give me inspiration to create a space that is seaworthy. This sliding chair for the patio covered in nautical stripes would be a perfect place to read a book or chat with someone special. If my ceiling was high enough, I would have a canoe hanging from…
Fun Last Minute Halloween Treats
Here are some fun last minute Halloween decorations and treats that I’ve had my eye on. I also think these items would make great hostess gifts in case you are attending a Halloween party. Pottery Barn Pumpkin Candles Spooky Spider Doormat – Crate and Barrel Decorative Owl with Lights – Pottery Barn Halloween Pancake Molds – Williams Sonoma Mini Iced Halloween…
Tim Clark: The Modern Beach House
This is my second post on my new favorite designer, Tim Clark. He is the designer for the 2010 Ultimate Beach House by Coastal Living (be sure to check out my post for this home) and I felt that there is still more to share with you about his gorgeous art of designing. Tim Clark states: When designing a modern home,…
What I’m Loving Now
Pumpkin Cupcakes With Maple Frosting by Ina Garten Cape Cod Chopped Salad by Ina Garten Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt by J. Crew Hydrangeas The Beach in the Fall
Rob Lowe’s Dream House On The Coast of California
The actor Rob Lowe and his wife, Sheryl, built their dream house on the California Coast. It’s a 20 room Georgian style home located on four landscaped acres near Santa Barbara. He and his wife wanted a home that would be comfortable and able to withstand their growing teenagers playing sports on the lawn, having family barbecues…
Kitchen Ideas from the Barefoot Contessa
The Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten, has a few pointers to help you get your kitchen organized. Her motto is, “the simpler the better”. These are just a few of her simple ideas that can make your life much easier while working in the kitchen. Have enough stools so that a big group of people can sit at the…