tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4029673395937698222024-03-19T04:47:18.978-04:00Style Key WestStyle Key Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13753613412040570465noreply@blogger.comBlogger252125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-61541165523028682212012-01-14T14:32:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:53:57.940-05:00First Thursday with Artist Matthew CovenyThis month's <a href="http://stylekeywest.blogspot.com/2010/01/first-thursday-in-caroline-st-art_28.html" target="_blank">First Thursday</a> event featured the artwork of Matthew Coveny. <br />
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Recognize that name? Aren't we lucky to have this kind of talent in our family?<br />
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Don't his paintings look great in the shop? I think they really work with those giant orange sea horses.<br />
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Seriously though - he is so talented and original... I'm a proud big sister.<br />
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Want to see more of Matt's work? Check out his <a href="http://matthewcoveny.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">website</a>. <br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s1600/Kate.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483419707879733682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s200/Kate.png" style="float: left; height: 34px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 190px;" /></a>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-20989442588893018702012-01-06T09:13:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:52:34.178-05:00Thank You to The Style Side of Life!I just received a lovely surprise. Shelly from <em><a href="http://stylesideoflife.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">The Style Side of Life</a></em> visited the shop on her Key West trip and <a href="http://stylesideoflife.wordpress.com/2012/01/06/key-west-style-diary-day-1/" target="_blank">just featured</a> some pictures she took.<br />
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Here are a couple:<br />
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See the rest <a href="http://stylesideoflife.wordpress.com/2012/01/06/key-west-style-diary-day-1/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br />
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Shelly's site is new to me and I'm looking forward to reading more. She's going to be renovating her darling <a href="http://stylesideoflife.wordpress.com/the-renovation/" target="_blank">1930s bungalow</a> this year and I couldn't be more jealous. Can't wait to see the finished project!<br />
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Do you have any big renovation plans for 2012?<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s1600/Kate.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483419707879733682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s200/Kate.png" style="float: left; height: 34px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 190px;" /></a>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-30969206184174659842012-01-02T11:48:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:49:20.325-05:00Where Did the Time Go?I had every intention of posting some pictures of my home decorated for the holidays...write about a few more decorators on the Elle Decor A List...browse design blogs for more beautiful, inspirational images to share...<br />
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Of course none of that happened. But here is a belated view of my favorite Christmas tradition:<br />
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If you'd like to read more about my Christmas tree <em>issues</em> - check out my recent post on <i><a href="http://thebigpieceofcake.com/2011/12/16/annual-christmas-tree-report-alternatively-titled-the-grinchs-small-tree-grew-three-sizes-that-day/" target="_blank">The Big Piece of Cake</a></i>.<br />
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The tree is gone now...replaced by the furniture we moved to make room. And a beautiful Amaryllis flower is now blooming there to help ease the pain of not seeing lights and ornaments. Actually...I should be honest and admit that I'm kind of relieved to have everything back to normal. I loved my tree, but it was really, REALLY dead. Needles were everywhere. And it was beginning to smell. <br />
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I think I'll start the New Year with some pretty pictures. No theme - no color story - just a lot of pretty:<br />
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Wishing you all the best in 2012 - and A LOT of pretty!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.kuchefski.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://www.isuwannee.com/" target="_blank">2</a>/<a href="http://leeannthornton.com/" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://www.brabournefarm.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">5</a>/<a href="http://tranquiltownhouse.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">6</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-4679680576377230292011-12-16T06:37:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:46:58.691-05:00A Little PinkI'll admit it. I'm not that excited about some upcoming Elle Decor Top 20 designer portfolios... And I've been avoiding those posts... But I will get back on track this week.<br />
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In the meantime, here are some very PRETTY (girly) pictures:<br />
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How cute is that bathroom? Makes me feel like primping.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.brabournefarm.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://www.bonesteeltrouthall.com/" target="_blank">2</a>/<a href="http://www.isuwannee.com/" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://www.elledecor.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://www.elledecor.com/decorating/articles/bold-and-beautiful-townhouse" target="_blank">5</a>/<a href="http://leeannthornton.com/index.html" target="_blank">6</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-90438671026915785292011-12-11T06:00:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:44:59.184-05:00All I Want for Christmas: THIS CAMERA!Yesterday, I posted this to my Wishing True blog - but I thought I'd share it here as well.<br />
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Have you seen the new <a href="http://www.lytro.com/" target="_blank">Lytro</a> camera?<br />
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You can get full details on the science behind it (light field mumbo jumbo) <a href="http://www.lytro.com/science_inside" target="_blank">on the website</a>. But putting theory into practice, the user can take a picture and then play around with the focus later. Here are examples of two pictures focused two different ways AFTER the image was captured:<br />
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The perfect camera for a regular Joes who are never going to become serious photographers with all of the lenses and technical training. And particularly good for events or action that you don't want to miss while fiddling with camera settings.<br />
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While I love my "real" camera and do want to learn how to do more with it - this little guy would come in pretty handy for on the go - every day picture snapping.<br />
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Now I'm curious to hear what users think...<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s1600/Kate.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483419707879733682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s200/Kate.png" style="float: left; height: 34px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 190px;" /></a>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-67762537464777882582011-12-05T09:15:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:42:58.164-05:00Frame-able FabricIn my next life I want to come back as a textile designer. I love pretty fabric and would definitely consider framing some that I've found as art. <br />
Like these!<br />
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I found all of these images on <a href="http://www.lulisanchez.com/" target="_blank">Luli Sanchez</a>, Lourdes Sanchez's website. As an artist and textile designer, Sanchez works in hand painted watercolor media. Visit the <a href="http://www.lulisanchez.com/" target="_blank">website</a> to see more of her work, including her fine art watercolors.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s1600/Kate.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483419707879733682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s200/Kate.png" style="float: left; height: 34px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 190px;" /></a>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-40706424133082223442011-12-02T14:32:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:38:18.563-05:00Elle Decor's 2011 A List - Designer #4: Mark Cunningham<em>*Each week, I'll be looking at Elle Decor's "A List" of designers for 2011. See full details on </em><a href="http://www.stylekeywestblog.com/2011/11/elle-decors-2011-list-designer-1.html" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em><br />
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Today's spotlight is on <a href="http://www.markcunninghaminc.com/" target="_blank">Mark Cunningham</a>.<br />
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Here is what Elle Decor says about him:<br />
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<em>As you might expect from a Polo Ralph Lauren alumnus, this New York designer’s rooms tend to be masculine, well tailored, and timeless. He likes his palette neutral, but the Florida-born designer isn’t afraid of shades like light blue and royal purple either. He mixes crisply upholstered custom-made pieces, American antiques, and accessories ranging from Coromandel screens to rough-hewn doors set into pristine white walls, all resulting in a quietly invigorating look. </em><br />
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Here are some pictures.<br />
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I can't believe I'm saying this - but his work really speaks to me. Or - since that sounds a bit dramatic - I was really drawn in while going through his portfolio. I find his designs kind of fascinating. They're generally contemporary - but never have a spare or cold effect. They're actually very warm and inviting - and even offer some surprises and personality.<br />
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But let me backtrack a little. At first glance, this is not a designer that I would expect to appreciate as much as I did. He incorporates very little color in these spaces, which is one of the first things that I consider while getting the feel of a room. He also uses a lot of contemporary furniture, and antiques and older pieces are often of such similar style, that they don't provide very much contrast. I on the other hand, prefer a more eclectic approach to decor - with rooms that look like they have evolved over time. Finally, there is very little focus on art (or the wall decor is so subtle or unmemorable that I didn't really register its presence). And the art that does appear in these images looks more like it was placed there to compliment furnishings <em>after</em> the design was completed. Nothing is wrong with any of that, but none of it falls in line with my own preferences.<br />
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Regardless of my personal taste, these are pretty great rooms and I can't imagine many would disagree. Somehow, he manages to give very specific styles universal appeal. And one obvious reason is that he is a master stylist. His resume really shows in his work.<br />
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When you click through his online portfolio, the one consistent theme is impeccable, yet seemingly effortless styling. The last six images display this best. Probably because some of them were shot for ad campaigns...but they really do encapsulate the elements of styling that he brings to interiors.<br />
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It's the styling that takes what could have been pretty boring, masculine rooms and softens them. He can even "do" feminine...and <em>well </em>(see images 4, 8 and 9). I honestly think he could take any half-hearted bachelor pad with good furniture, rearrange things, add some accessories, pop a few lilies in an organic looking bowl, possibly slap a little textured paint on the wall...and <em>voila!</em> it's a spread in Elle Decor!<br />
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How about that last image? Is that a photograph or a painting? Something about the wall, the orchids...even the angles of the furniture and lighting... I can't stop looking at it.<br />
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So yeah - this was a surprising one for me. And a perfect example of how looking for what you DO like in all design will open your mind, make you think and possibly compel you to reconsider previously held notions about your own personal style.<br />
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What about you? Have any thoughts to add?<br />
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<em>all images via <a href="http://www.markcunninghaminc.com/" target="_blank">Mark Cunningham Inc.</a></em></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-14025593239306720862011-11-28T01:43:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:36:31.825-05:00Pretty Powder RoomsI've never wallpapered a room before. But my first attempt would definitely be the powder room:<br />
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Love wallpaper in small spaces.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">image via </span><a href="http://www.bonesteeltrouthall.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Bonesteel Trout Hall</span></a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-87141448472458286322011-11-26T09:19:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:33:45.582-05:00My Thanksgiving Photography PrioritiesI meant to do another <a href="http://www.stylekeywestblog.com/2011/11/elle-decors-2011-list-designer-1.html" target="_blank">Elle Decor's 2011 A List</a> post...really, I did...but the holiday prep, day and aftermath got the best of me. I'll have to double up on posts next week to catch up. In fact - I should probably do that anyway since it will be a little odd to write about a "2011" list in 2012...<br />
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In the meantime - I also completely failed at taking warm family photos of our Thanksgiving dinner. This may have a lot to do with the fact that our children are still pretty young and were barely at the table (and only my daughter put any thought into her holiday attire - the boys were still in the logo tee shirts that they put on that morning). <br />
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Earlier in the day, when I assumed that family photos were going to happen, I snapped some pictures of all my simple rose centerpiece and pretty china waiting to be set on the table.<br />
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I also took a picture of the killer dessert I made. <br />
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Okay, so the picture isn't great (there is a reason that I don't bother with shots of food on the table - foodie photography is not my forte). BUT the dessert, an eggnog cake was divine. I highly recommend <a href="http://eatplaylove.blogspot.com/2011/11/eggnog-cake-weggnog-buttercream-recipe.html" target="_blank">the recipe</a>.<br />
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Sending you belated holiday wishes! And if you're not in the U.S. - I hope that Thursday treated you well.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s1600/Kate.png"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483419707879733682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR0RrMJPjZke2EY-DcLUy_vkIktYf-jUiQGlVJ_U8aBmmfNSYDPQ5jIyxfEXnMbuufxafigk7PE0yavNWGmqodip23lIOkDxoe00aV0XVeWXoq9Ov3wrxyz4TNA5TRO6hR1cmXk5cmpyf1/s200/Kate.png" style="float: left; height: 34px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 190px;" /></a>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-77384259245564556462011-11-22T16:01:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:31:22.984-05:00Blue and Orange on a Rainy TuesdayI'm serious - it's coming down outside! It's looked like evening all day.<br />
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Anyway... With Thanksgiving day fast approaching, the blogging week looks very short... I'll be back tomorrow with another A List designer from <a href="http://www.stylekeywestblog.com/2011/11/elle-decors-2011-list-designer-1.html" target="_blank">Elle Decor's 2011 list</a>. But in the meantime, here are some pretties in the way of blue and orange:<br />
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I think I like the aqua combos best. You?<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bellemaison23.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://www.dianebergeron.com/" target="_blank">2</a>/<a href="http://www.lwcinteriors.com/" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://www.kendallwilkinsondesign.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://www.traceryinteriors.com/" target="_blank">5</a>/<a href="http://www.katieridder.com/" target="_blank">6</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-54065344002515182842011-11-19T07:55:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:27:25.580-05:00Elle Decor's 2011 A List - Designer #3: Sheila Bridges<em>*Each week, I'll be looking at Elle Decor's "A List" of designers for 2011. See full details on </em><a href="http://www.stylekeywestblog.com/2011/11/elle-decors-2011-list-designer-1.html" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em><br />
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Today's spotlight is on <a href="http://www.sheilabridges.com/index.html" target="_blank">Sheila Bridges</a>.<br />
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Here is what Elle Decor says about her:<br />
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<em>This New York decorator is known for her savvy updates on traditional Americana—from her handsome design for Bill Clinton’s Harlem offices to the spirited interiors of her own Colonial weekend home in New York’s Hudson Valley. She has a fashionista’s sense of pattern and color (yellow is a favorite) and an eye for the standout element—a </em><a href="http://www.fornasetti.com/" rel="nofollow" s_oc="null" target="_blank"><em>Fornasetti</em></a><em> rug, a Frank Gehry cardboard chair—that makes a room click. </em><br />
Here are some pictures.<br />
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This was an easy one. I really like Sheila's work. <br />
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I love her subtle use of color and eclectic mix of furniture and accessories. And of course, yellow is my favorite... <br />
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I keep coming back to the first room above (also shown from a different perspective halfway down). I would never think to upholster all three pieces of furniture in the main seating area in the same fabric - especially one that matches the wall color. Now I want to do that in every room of my house. Okay - that would be excessive - but I'm crazy about that space! <br />
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Other thoughts: I like that the rooms are full of art, books, and personal objects, but they don't seem cluttered. The general impression is clean and modern, but the elegant furnishings still convey a sense of home and comfort. Traditional pieces and design elements give balance to some of the whimsical touches and the effect is that of warm and welcoming sophistication.<br />
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What do you think of this designer? Any differing opinions?<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.branca.com/" target="_blank">1-3</a>/<a href="http://www.semiglosschic.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://lookbook.elledecor.com/search/" target="_blank">5-7</a>/<a href="http://froghilldesigns.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">8</a>/<a href="http://lookbook.elledecor.com/search/" target="_blank">9</a>/<a href="http://www.sheilabridges.com/private_residence1.html" target="_blank">10-14</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-4016722647483964892011-11-16T10:13:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:25:28.403-05:00New Painted Chests!Some new painted chests have arrived at the shop.<br />
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Aren't they pretty? I love how they could work in any room. If I had the space, that green one would look great in my dining room!<br />
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I love this simple combination. When in doubt - you can never go wrong with blue and white. Fads come and go (didn't we all hate brown and orange in the '80s and '90s?) - but this palette can be easily updated with accessories and splashes of color like the yellow and green in image #1. <br />
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Chic. Effortless. Timeless. <br />
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Now - off to carve a heart on a tree: <em>Kate + Blue & While 4 Ever</em>.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.apunchofcolordesign.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://www.bellemaison23.com/" target="_blank">2</a>/<a href="http://www.decorpad.com/index.htm" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1260084144" target="_blank">4</a>-<a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/" target="_blank">5</a>/<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/" target="_blank">6</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-14409307063649650952011-11-11T16:52:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:16:47.237-05:00Elle Decor's 2011 A List - Designer #2: Alessandra BrancaLast week, I wrote my first post about Elle Decor's "A List" of designers for 2011 (see details <a href="http://www.stylekeywestblog.com/2011/11/elle-decors-2011-list-designer-1.html" target="_blank">there</a>).<br />
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And today's spotlight is on <a href="http://www.branca.com/" target="_blank">Alessandra Branca</a>.<br />
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Here is what Elle Decor says about her:<br />
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<em>Call her a passionate neoclassicist. Born in Italy, Branca developed an aesthetic steeped in antiquity. Nonetheless, she’s a woman of our times. She likes comfortable rooms and the color red—also stripes that recall vintage mattress ticking. Expect plush upholstery and fabrics, as well as shapes you’d find in a museum’s Greco-Roman hall, accented with anything from Moroccan mirrors to Chinese foo dogs. </em><br />
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Here are some pictures.<br />
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There are a number of things that I like about Branca's designs. First and foremost, the focus on comfort and seating. All of the living room/family room spaces have been arranged for conversation. Since these are rooms where people gather, it seems like an obvious priority - but I'm often surprised by how often rooms featured in magazines seem far more conceptual than livable. <br />
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Branca's designs also have a lot of personality. The art, the textiles, the whimsical details... They all give me an impression of the person who lives in those spaces. I want to explore the rest of the house outside of the frame.<br />
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Finally - I love the fact that these rooms don't have to be perfectly staged to have the same impact. The beds don't have to be perfectly made (as pictured above), you can take away every floral arrangement...you could kick your shoes off and curl up in a chair. The detritus of life doesn't take away from the overall effect. These rooms were designed for people, not cameras.<br />
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The elements that don't appeal to me are more prevelent in pictures that I didn't include here (though picture #4 is a pretty good example). I really don't understand the heavy burgundy and yellow/gold palette. I reminds me of professionally decorated Federal homes that some of my friends lived in during the '80s. It's so dated - I feel like I just stepped into an apartment in the Watergate from twenty years ago (remember, I live in the DC area). Anyway - I won't harp on that. It just strikes me as odd.<br />
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And what's going on with all of those shaded sconces? They're featured in a lot of the images on her website - and they seem a bit superfluous to me. They add an element of clutter to rooms that are already richly layered with antiques and objets. <br />
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Many of her bedrooms (none pictured here) have the matching wallpaper and bedding style that I also remember well from the '80s. And when done in a floral or a toille, it can be a bit overwhelming. So that wasn't my favorite either - though I do love it for the daybed featured above. <br />
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The last three images appeal to me most. They are fresh and bright, with a great mix of modern and traditional elements. And strangely enough - none of them are on <a href="http://branca.com/">branca.com</a>. <br />
While I may not love all of Branca's designs, I'd prefer to see a range like this in a designer's portfolio. And all of these images convery a sense of comfort and personality, with an emphasis on bold textiles, unique accessories and art. It takes some serious talent (and experience) to bring all of that to the varied personal styles of her clients.<br />
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What are your thoughts? I'd love to hear them (especially if you have some in favor of the burgundy and yellow...)<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.branca.com/" target="_blank">1-9</a>/<a href="http://www.knottinghillinteriors.com/blog/" target="_blank">10</a>/<a href="http://www.beckybergdesign.com/blog/" target="_blank">11</a>/<a href="http://www.traditionalhome.com/" target="_blank">12</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-24017555794760924952011-11-10T22:38:00.000-05:002014-11-08T22:15:39.478-05:00Celebrating the Centennial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ez6V8ZTMoSG4Hz5svNGsNRaDs0lSfWjIUbyfbq0G2-Nkp3aIdlnTvmrLvys6a_-Pr1eW3th54IVo6N397eUWVoc4602lomvagq8ZnNEqRGERq1zYxzNhiBTNEMJ9YC_UJ2TgAUk99bFW/s1600/tshirts3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" nda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ez6V8ZTMoSG4Hz5svNGsNRaDs0lSfWjIUbyfbq0G2-Nkp3aIdlnTvmrLvys6a_-Pr1eW3th54IVo6N397eUWVoc4602lomvagq8ZnNEqRGERq1zYxzNhiBTNEMJ9YC_UJ2TgAUk99bFW/s640/tshirts3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
January 22nd marks the Centennial of Flagler Railroad and all of Key West will be celebrating.<br />
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Artist <a href="https://patandersonartist.com/" target="_blank">Pat Anderson</a> does paintings of cottages in the upper Keys and the Caribbean. And in honor of the Centennial, she's done watercolors of Style Key West which happens to be located in the old train station. <br />
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These paintings are also featured on good quality tee shirts and skimmers that we'll be selling in the shop.<br />
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On the night of <a href="http://stylekeywest.blogspot.com/2010/01/first-thursday-in-caroline-st-art_28.html" target="_blank">First Thursday</a> in January, we'll displaying Pat's art in the shop, so be sure to stop by!<br />
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Ah - that feels better. We shall see what the list brings us this week...Until then!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://houseandhome.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://caitlinmcgauley.com/">2</a>/<a href="http://theglamlamb.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://www.eddieross.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://www.ruemag.com/" target="_blank">5</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-76599730692749597712011-11-04T20:19:00.000-04:002014-11-08T22:08:49.112-05:00Elle Decor's 2011 A List - Designer #1: BassamFellows<a href="http://stylekeywest.blogspot.com/search/label/Elle%20Decor%27s%20A-List%202010" target="_blank">Last year</a>, I thought it would be fun to write about Elle Decor's "A List" of designers. And it really was. <br />
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Here is the first image featured in what ended up being months of posts:<br />
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Pretty right? I and when I started, I thought it would be all about my<em> preferred</em> "pretty." <br />
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Not so much.<br />
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So in addition to being fun, this exercise was also somewhat of a learning experience. <br />
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I challenged myself to focus only on what I <em>DID</em> like about the designs - and to then write about it. This is counter intuitive to my usual "in or out," "yea or nay" approach to finding beauty in the world. <br />
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And I would assume that most could say the same. Do <em>you</em> love every designer's personal aesthetic? I don't. In fact, I often exclaim things like, "<em>that's hideous!</em>" and "<em>why would anyone want to sit in a giant brass hand?</em>" <br />
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But in trying to find at least one appealing element in some images that seemed custom tailored to make me gag, I experienced something rather extraordinary. I started finding myself drawn to new designs and ideas that I would have once labeled: "not my style."<br />
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And since I've been making a lot of "not my style" statements lately...I think it's time for another round of "what <em>DO</em> I like about this?" And what better place to find designers and perspectives than Elle Decor's 2011 A List?<br />
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So without further ado, today's spotlight is on <a href="http://www.bassamfellows.com/">BassamFellows</a>. <br />
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Here is what Elle Decor says about them:<br />
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<em>Handcrafted, organic, and rooted in nature: Australian architect and designer Craig Bassam and Scott Fellows, a former creative director in fashion, describe their style as “Craftsman modern.” A gorgeous wood grain is often all the ornament they need, whether they are designing spare interiors for the James hotel in Los Angeles or renovating their own Philip Johnson house. </em><br />
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This is already making me feel uncertain. While I can appreciate beautiful wood grains and organic elements, the description very clearly omits any reference to color. These are not going to be colorful spaces, are they? Also? "Spare" is not an adjective that describes most of the interiors that I love... So the challenge begins!<br />
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First - some pictures.<br />
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There aren't exactly tons of images out there for BassamFellows, and their own site only features one residential project (the rest are office, retail and hotel spaces). So to say that there wasn't a lot to choose from would be an understatement. On the upside, it certainly streamlined my photo selection process.<br />
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The first thing that strikes me about all of these spaces is the focus on bringing the outdoors inside. And oddly enough - this is very similar to the Key West culture of outdoor living. No - you won't find many Conch houses with glass walls - but it's not uncommon to see walls of French doors leading out to patios and porches. <br />
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I love the way the rooms are filled with light. And I can easily imagine spending a quiet afternoon reading and sipping tea, glancing up to see that I'm surrounded by trees.<br />
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While this definitely isn't the decor that I would want in my own house, I would thoroughly enjoy visiting those rooms. And I think that may just be the core of this challenge: being able to appreciate and enjoy spaces that you wouldn't necessarily choose for yourself.<br />
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One thing that I'm going to do a little differently this year, is that I <em>am</em> going touch upon elements that <em>don't </em>appeal to me. Just a little bit - and primarily because I would LOVE to hear your thoughts too. Tell me why I'm wrong - or just offer another perspective. Help me broaden my decor horizons.<br />
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So here is a bit about what I don't like: <br />
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The lack of art. Whenever I visit a home, I love to look at what the owners choose to put up on their walls. It's such a personal element of decor. Not just <em>anyone</em> could live in that house. <br />
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And while I have learned over the years that contemporary furniture can be very comfortable...those hard benches and backless stools are probably better for looking than sitting. <br />
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Of course, an architect and a furniture designer are bound to be far more conceptual than most when it comes to interiors... So I understand that the structure of the rooms themselves and the pieces of furniture within are an expression of art. Still - it feels a little impersonal to me. A little cold. And honestly, I wonder what those rooms <em>really</em> look like on a random Saturday afternoon.<br />
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Thoughts?<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bilhuber.com/" target="_blank">1</a>/<a href="http://design-milk.com/" target="_blank">2</a>/<a href="http://plastolux.com/" target="_blank">3</a>/<a href="http://design-milk.com/" target="_blank">4</a>/<a href="http://blog.kaluinteriors.com/" target="_blank">5</a>/<a href="http://thenorthelevation.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">6</a>/<a href="http://eekos.com.au/" target="_blank">7</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-9156565504550061432011-11-03T20:19:00.000-04:002014-11-08T22:07:29.358-05:00Seahorse Rug Finds from Highpoint MarketYesterday, I showed you some chicken-themed accessories (which look MUCH better than they sound...) that my parents saw at Highpoint market. While chickens don't exactly scream "ocean side cottage" they are definitely part of the Key West culture.<br />
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But I can't imagine ANY cottage on the beach that couldn't feature rugs like these:<br />
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Pretty - but not too girly, these rugs offer a nautical spin on the graphic styles so popular right now. And really, they aren't so specific that a non-beach venue wouldn't work.<br />
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What do you think? Do you have to live by the ocean to display a seahorse rug? I say no as far as these two are concerned. Can't wait to see them in the shop!<br />
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So, as you might expect, residents and tourists are fond of owning things that remind them of chickens. Last week, when Jo and Terry (they're my parents - if you're new here) were at the furniture market in Highpoint, they saw a number of “chicken items” for sale:<br />
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And after much deliberation (and pricing considerations), the following were selected for the shop:<br />
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LOVE that last one! So colorful.<br />
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Tune in tomorrow to see a couple of sea-inspired rugs that will be making an appearance in the shop soon!<br />
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So I'm trying to make the cold outside translate into cozy INSIDE. And tea help. So it's no wonder that I've been dreaming of pretty tea tins.<br />
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I've always loved this kind of packaging. And using them for floral arrangements provides a great opportunity to display them in your home.<br />
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Hope you are staying warm wherever you are! Unless you're in Key West - where I'll offer you an iced tea and cross my fingers against hurricanes.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">1</a>/<a href="http://caitlinmcgauley.com/">2</a>/<a href="http://acreativemint.typepad.com/">3</a>/<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75801599/tea-tins-with-hydrangea-and-lilacs">4</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-4043048333654370232011-10-24T10:29:00.000-04:002014-11-08T22:01:01.091-05:00Hot CuppaAs much as I'm enjoying the fall foliage, I do wish I was in Key West on chilly mornings when no additional layer of clothing seems to help me feel warm!<br />
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So this morning, a hot cup of tea is in order. Wish it was in one of these colorful Kate Spade <a href="http://www.katespade.com/library-books-mug/818940,default,pd.html?dwvar_818940_color=457&start=37&cgid=home">mugs</a>!<br />
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Happy Monday to you!<br />
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P.S. That's a lot of exclamation points for me... And sadly, the excitement over these mugs has not warmed me up. Think I'll stick with tea.<br />
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I've never been a fan of this autumn version of orange for interiors...but no matter shade of orange you prefer, it certainly warms up a room.<br />
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Speaking of autumn themed interiors - have you seen the cover of House Beautiful?<br />
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I really hate this. Well - hate is a strong word. But I vehemently dislike this wall color. I do appreciate that it's an interesting wall treatment and it certainly does "glow." But at the end of the day, I just can't get behind poo-brown walls. <br />
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I think it might be time to do some more "looking for what I DO like" in current interior design. I get way more out of that than I do talking about what I don't like. This is <a href="http://stylekeywest.blogspot.com/2010/07/elles-team-part-i.html">something I did last year</a> with Elle Decor's top 25 designers of 2010 and I loved the process of broadening my perspective and considering new ideas. It's so easy for people to become set in their ways - and design style offers no exception. I've been meaning to do the same thing with Elle Decor's top 25 for 2011. I'm a few months behind that issue of course...but better late than never. I'll start next week.<br />
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Until then - have a wonderful weekend (possibly with some falling leaves).<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://chinoiseriechic.blogspot.com/">1</a>/<a href="http://christinamurphyinteriors.com/">2</a>/<a href="http://jeffersdesigngroup.com/">3</a>/<a href="http://jeffersdesigngroup.com/">4</a>/<a href="http://vtinteriors.blogspot.com/">5</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-64963331363568697252011-10-18T19:16:00.000-04:002014-11-08T21:58:09.586-05:00Who Says Tile is Cold?One thing I remember most about my first childhood house (okay - second house, since I don't remember much before I moved there at age two) is the kitchen. I guess my mother felt that the white tile walls needed a little something. So she painted them. Sounds artsy craftsy - but it really was lovely. A simple Delft-like design in greens - more of an accent than an overpowering burst of color.<br />
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I've always loved pretty tile.<br />
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It makes me really hate the generic ivy motif tile in my own kitchen. Just another project for the list...<br />
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Color addicts can always add bright accents in the way of throw pillows, accessories, statement furniture...or possibly a ruffled gown for effect.<br />
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Happy Monday!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ajphotostylist.net/">1</a>/<a href="http://www.brabournefarm.blogspot.com/">2</a>/<a href="http://www.countryliving.com/">3</a>/<a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/">4</a>/<a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/">5</a>/<a href="http://www.robertpassal.com/">6</a>/<a href="http://www.madebygirl.com/">7</a></div>Kate Coveny Hoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18006589284938683965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402967339593769822.post-32004530427759672282011-10-14T19:57:00.000-04:002014-11-05T22:59:34.949-05:00A Fab Funny for the WeekendI've been going through piles of magazines and found a gem of an "I Love My Bed" feature from <i>House Beautiful.</i><br />
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This particular month featured Carson Kressley, one of the Fab Five from <i>Queer Eye for the Straight Guy</i>. I LOVED Queer Eye. Those guys helped me through the first two weeks of post partum depression after Oliver was born. I'm not kidding - something about their makeovers made me feel like all was right with the world. And Carson always cracked me up.<br />
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I still remember one of my favorite conversations between him, the gorgeous Kyan and the equally gorgeous straight guy.<br />
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<b>Gorgeous Straight Guy:</b> <i>People always tell me that I look like Keanu Reeves.</i><br />
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<b>Gorgeous Kyan:</b> <i>Really? People always tell ME that that I look like Keanu Reeves.</i><br />
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<b>Carson:</b> <i>Really? People always tell me that I look like Ellen DeGeneres.</i><br />
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I love Carson.<br />
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Okay - back to the <i>House Beautiful</i> interview. Here is my favorite part of the Q&A:<br />
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<b>Nancy Collins:</b> <i>Are you a bedroom kind of guy?</i> <br />
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<b>Carson:</b> <i>My bedroom is my cocoon-y little world. That's why I painted these walls a rich gray, to make the room cocoon-y. They're textured to look like the raw silk headboard. It's a texture lollapalooza in here. Not that you asked, but I consider zebra a neutral. </i><br />
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Oh - me too Carson. Me too. <br />
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Love him. <br />
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Have a FAB weekend!<br />
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