tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16932123813023260962023-11-16T02:38:28.371-08:00Katie Gavigan Interiorskatie gaviganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01348454681177714240noreply@blogger.comBlogger111125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1693212381302326096.post-41654035725221196442014-11-10T10:37:00.000-08:002014-11-12T10:04:45.686-08:00This blog has a new home - please do come visit!<div style="text-align: center;">
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You may have seen my recent note on <a href="http://instagram.com/katiegavigan" target="_blank">instagram</a> about going full-time with design. This has been a goal of ours for quite awhile, and it's wonderful and amazing and still feels a bit surreal. I've been doing a lot of processing and praying about the concept of transition...so stay tuned for a post on that! In the meantime, my home office was seriously overdue for some love. For real. </div>
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The room doubles as a guest bedroom, and is not large…at all. I'm also not willing to put money into it at the moment. Given that I'll be spending a good portion of every day here, I knew it was important to have a spot that served a few purposes: </div>
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- Needs to be pretty and welcoming. (I'm a fairly visual person. ;))</div>
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- Organization and storage! The current piles (and piles and piles) are not cutting it. </div>
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I couldn't face another work day without making some significant improvements, and I was motivated. So, I "shopped" the basement (and closets and above-mentioned piles) to see what I could find.</div>
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I'm making progress! After moving furniture around for a more open layout, I freed up an entire wall (where the storage will go). It feels AWESOME to have just a few functional, pretty areas in the room already! A pretty inspiration board is like a breath of fresh air to me. And a cozy, welcoming place to sit when I need a break from my desk. Progress!! As for the storage plan…I have a temporary solution in the works - one that is much, much better than what I've been living with. I hope to finish this weekend and will share when it's complete. </div>
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Hi and happy Monday! I've been working with a wonderful family on the plans for this room which will service multiples purposes including family room, home office and occasional guest room! We've finalized the larger pieces and are now ready to fill in with art, lighting and accessories. Fun! I'm recommending they keep things mostly neutral while incorporating the blue in their existing rug, which we're keeping. They already own the desk and armchair as well. The loveseat is custom sleeper sofa (using the above image as inspiration) in a navy velvet-like microfiber. It's going to be gorgeous!!<br />
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With so many different purposes being served in this room, as well as the amazing and rather grand architecture (it's jaw-dropingly beautiful!), I want to keep things sophisticated and streamlined. Anything too crazy would compete with the awesome architectural elements. At the same time, we're blending husband and wife's tastes and preferences. (One leans more traditional; the other more modern with a touch of artsy.)<br />
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Opposite the fireplace wall, there's a long, blank wall. The husband's desk as well as the media console will live here. The art needs to not only fill the wall but also bring balance to a large TV. Again, while not being too overpowering! I provided two suggested gallery wall collections. The first is more subdued and calm. The second keeps with the neutral color story while leaning just a tad edgier by incorporating a couple of modern pieces along with hits of black. Or, as you see in the above design board, they could choose to keep things more minimalist and go with one single piece over the desk.<br />
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<i>Art pieces via <a href="http://www.minted.com/art?it_category=n_artb&it_id=top1" target="_blank">Minted</a></i></div>
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Recently, I decided it was time to do something about our dining room chairs. I had intended to paint them months ago and it just hadn't happened yet. I had purchased them at a thrift store at 50% off, so although they weren't my favorite finish, they were too good to pass up. The above photo was taken a few months ago, and you can kind of see the lovely faux finish. </div>
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The funny thing was that we also had this tray table tucked in the corner with a similar finish! I decided to tackle both projects at once. It's from <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1</a> many years ago, and we call it our "orchid table" because it's typically drowning in orchids. (I'm not exaggerating - my husband <i>loves </i>orchids and can't bear to part with any, in case they decide to bloom someday. :)) Matte black was the treatment this table received. I'm sorry to not have an 'after' photo to share just yet, as it was pulled immediately into the Christmas wonderland of my <a href="http://ext.homedepot.com/community/blog/tag/holiday-style-challenge/" target="_blank">Home Depot Holiday Style Challenge</a> shoot -- more on that soon! Back to the chairs...<br />
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I knew I wanted a cobalt-ish shade… and this gloss navy fit the bill. Something classic enough, but just a tad unexpected. Blue is basically a neutral for me - I use it all the time. I knew it would go well with everything in our home currently and down the road. It just works. Also, I couldn't bring another brown or black tone into the room -- between the floor, huge banquette, wood console table…I was craving color! </div>
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I LOVE how they turned out. Love, love, love. This photo represents a very 'in progress' shot - I was playing around with art and accessories - but you can see how the chairs look with the main pieces. And, that "tablecloth" is actually a bedskirt I picked up at a thrift store! A couple of safety pins strategically placed, and we have a lovely skirted table. :) It feels so great to finally have the chairs painted!!</div>
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A quick and fun little post for you today. For my lovely sister's 30th birthday last month, I made these awesome, huge paper flowers and have been meaning to share! I used a mash-up of the instructions found <a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2012/02/diy-project-giant-paper-flowers-from-ruche.html" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://diyandfyi.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/diy-giant-tissue-paper-flowers/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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We felt a little like Jack and the Beanstalk for a few days as they took over the living room. For easier transporting, I left the flowers unattached from the stems until arriving at the park and simply attached them with zip-ties upon arrival. They were a hit, and made for such fun photos!<br />
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Everyone who knows me would say that Summer is my favorite season. I love warm weather, going barefoot, warm sun rays on my face and the carefree feeling of it all. It's true. But…I have to admit that the <i>slight</i> change in the air lately has me pretty excited about Fall!<br />
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I was pretty late to the party this year in terms of adding some Fall-like decor at home. We've had a really warm September & October, and the weather really influences my decorating choices. Decorating for me engages multiple senses. It's about the feel of the air, the scents wafting through the window or through the house, and the sounds around me. It's all inspiration, and plays a part.<br />
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As the years go by, I find myself gravitating more and more towards simple ways of bringing beauty into our lives. Going all out with seasonal decor is fun (and I will always do this for Christmas!!), but in the everyday, it's just not practical for me. Maybe this will shift at some point, but right now, I need to lower the expectations I place on myself and keep it simple. And the thing is, I end up finding joy in these little things.<br />
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These beautiful sunflowers were left by our sweet house sitters after our recent vacation. I split them into a couple of small vases, added clippings from a backyard succulent and called it good.<br />
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And call me crazy, but some days it really just comes down to the subtle changes in the light that filters in through our blinds. It's warm and comforting and suggests a change in the air...<br />
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Remnants of a drink station after a women's Bible study at our house. I especially love the scarf-as-tablecloth.<br />
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So, let me just encourage you today. If you're feeling overwhelmed about the idea of decorating for the season, here's an easy plan: the next time you're at the supermarket, pick up just one interesting-looking pumpkin and a bunch of flowers. Maybe light a candle or two. For a few dollars and very little effort, you'll have added bits of warmth and beauty to your home. It's worth it!<br />
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What you might not know is, they also have a <a href="http://blog.chairish.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>. When they recently asked me to share their <a href="http://blog.chairish.com/post/94735290601/5-colorful-couples-to-invite-into-your-home" target="_blank">post on "color couples,"</a> I was happy to do so! The color pairings they've pulled together, below, got my wheels turning about interesting color combos. First, I was inspired to pull together some of my favorite images highlighting Chairish's featured "color couples"…<br />
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I realize not every guy would go for this, but it was fun to find masculine elements to ground the pink found in the rug. To me, the velvet lumbar pillow kind of bridges the gap between the pink family and the darker tones. And while the artwork has softer tones to help bring the room together, it feels very edgy and masculine. The deep-seated linen sofa keeps things from getting too serious - comfort is always a priority in my book. (For some fun accent chair browsing, be sure to <a href="https://www.chairish.com/collection/accent-chairs" target="_blank">pop over to their site</a> -- I'm telling you, so many great pieces!!)<br />
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For this simple, sophisticated dining room, I imagined the artwork as the starting point. Pull in a subtle purple rug and then pile on some stylish neutrals.<br />
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Last week, I helped a client install a gallery wall. She has an amazing art collection, and it was a treat to arrange about thirty pieces throughout her home. Most were included in this large wall in the living room, with a few others elsewhere in the house. I wish I could have captured a picture of this entire wall for you! It's quite a sight.<br />
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I've also been out and about a lot over the past few weeks - antiquing, thrifting and sourcing at various stores. A few goodies that caught my eye...<br />
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And lastly, we've spent a few evenings with friends and my sister (my only immediate family who's local), which I've really appreciated. I took an unintentional break from email for just over a day (I know - not the longest break!) and was reminded that I need to do this more often! Running my business, I tend to work a lot of weekends and it's easy to get sucked into this habit. The way I'm wired, I definitely need breaks and am determined to do better with this! Hope you're well and enjoying these last bits of summer!<br />
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If you follow me on <a href="http://instagram.com/katiegavigan" target="_blank">instagram</a>, you may have caught this design board I posted a few days ago. It's strictly depicting the inspiration stage of this project, but I love the direction we're headed. It's definitely an eclectic blend, which you know I love. It's mid-century meets traditional... with some surprises thrown in. Can't wait to see this one evolve, and come to life!</div>
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If you've been around here for any length of time, you've heard me mention my in-the-works website. My dad very graciously agreed to build it for me (a project that was completely daunting to me!), and after many, many hours of hard work, it's in a place where I'm able to share, so please do <a href="http://katiegaviganinteriors.com/" target="_blank">stop by and check it out</a>! My goal is that we'll be building it out as time goes on (more portfolio photos, tightening up some technical elements, etc.), but for now, I'm definitely thrilled to have a website dedicated to my business. Next steps include figuring out the best way to link my blog to the site and other technical considerations… exciting stuff. ;) (I'm not particularly gifted or patient when it comes to these types of details, which is why I'm so relieved to have my dad to help!)</div>
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We love Mexico. The colors, the culture, beaches, heat, laid-back vibe, sun and the markets full of fun treasures! It's on my mind like crazy as we are headed there next month (to celebrate our ten-year wedding anniversary!!) and are both so excited. And you're not going to believe this (we hardly can)... the trip was gifted to us, generously and extravagantly!! We're headed to a few spots in Mexico that are new to us and can hardly wait to explore, take it all in, and relax! So, as my mind is filled with memories from past trips and visions of what's coming up, I thought I would share some favorite moments from our trip to Cancun and Merida in 2012. </div>
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I love details. And layers. Mixing patterns and textures. Interesting combinations that catch the eye with delight and maybe a bit of surprise. My eye tends to search, wander for the new, the unique, the bold. There's so much beauty at fingers' reach today that I find myself craving the unexpected. I've seen designers at both of the ends of this spectrum -- there are those who, exposed to color all day long, crave a calm and neutral space to come home to. I fall into the opposite extreme. I need visual interest and stimulation. In our small home, too many layers easily turn into visual clutter, so I have to keep this in check and am constantly rotating and editing. But the little moments of fun are what bring character and a personal touch to a home, and I love them. And because I love seeing these peeks into others' homes - the corners that often escape the camera's lens - I thought it would be fun to take a little tour of details through our house. </div>
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These blue curtains in our dining room are from Ikea several years ago. My favorite sources for trim are two local fabric outlets where you can find some amazing deals -- I often see high-quality, fun/beautiful designs at $1.99 or $2.99 at 50% off. Depending on the curtains/windows you're covering, you may need quite a few yards, but I've always been able to find enough yardage for my projects. And even with several yards, it's a much better bargain than fancier or custom window coverings.</div>
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This border (below) on our bedroom windows was such an amazing find. The pattern is slightly imperfect - definitely done by hand - which makes it perfect to me! I love it!!</div>
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And in this room for teenage sisters, we used a thin velvet in a fuchsia color. Just enough to give the curtains some definition against the white walls. In this small room, the white walls and curtains really help make it feel more spacious, but the trim brings some extra style and oomph.<br />
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This could be as simple as a beautiful scarf or bag (or both!) casually hanging from a doorknob. (Both shown above are thrift store finds, maybe $2 each.)<br />
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Beads! It's hard to go wrong with beads. Sometimes, thrift stores sell a bunch of broken strands in a bag. As long as they're not completely falling apart, snatch them up! Broken strands can be strewn about and look so effortlessly chic. Case in point: several of these strands - above and below - were tangled together and not labelled with a price. I asked and the cashier acted like I was crazy and gave me the whole knotted mess for .99. I LOVE the beach-y vibe of this strand of shells, above, and the larger string below. The silver tray above shows signs of age and wear. I like this. I could polish it to shiny 'perfection,' but I like the patina, the character, the soul.<br />
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The effortlessly casual thing applies to more than just beads. Tassels are definitely having a moment, and rightfully so. Big or small, they're just cool.<br />
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Scarves and beads can travel around the house - mix them up when you get tired of them in a certain spot. Note the use of trays, big or small, in these collections. One day I'll do a post on trays... in the meantime, just take my word for it that they're so versatile and useful! If you see a decent-looking tray for a great price, grab it and let me know - I'll give you many suggested uses for it!<br />
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A scarf or throw hanging over the edge of a basket also gives off the lived-in, cozy vibe that I love! Gives it some soul. Lets me know that it's okay to grab a blanket, put up my feet and stay awhile.<br />
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Plans are underway with a local client to refresh their living room (and master bedroom - more on that soon!). I'm extremely grateful, blessed and thrilled to be working with this client on another project -- we've previously worked together on her <a href="http://katiegaviganinteriors.blogspot.com/2013/07/australia-meets-mexico-nursery-progress.html" target="_blank">son's nursery</a> as well as a multi-purpose bedroom/office basement room (we have one or two loose ends to tie up, so no photos yet). </div>
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Their living room is currently a mix of pieces she and her husband each brought to the house. She leans more eclectic (and has some moroccan pieces I LOVE), while he appreciates a more classic approach. I'm happy to find a very happy medium which they both can love! These two images are her top inspiration spaces and since they inspire me like crazy as well, this is going to be fun. </div>
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The room is fairly large, and long with a beautiful fireplace in one corner. Between the fireplace, two large doorways and a wall of windows, the floor plan makes furniture placement a bit tricky. I love the challenge, and am excited to see how the room develops! We're still in the preliminary planning stages, but one idea is to keep their current rug, which is the design you see below. We may go in a different direction, but I wanted to give them an option with the existing rug, showing that it can definitely work with a more classic design. On its own, it might be considered more ethnic or even boho, but when mixed with some calming colors and patterns, the overall look is decidedly more traditional and relaxed. </div>
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We also haven't finalized the furniture layout just yet, but I'm pulling for a cozy 'reading nook' area on one end of the room. I see this as a corner which draws you in to pull up your feet, turn on a cozy light to read... or just take a nap. :) For the nook, I'm proposing a gallery wall which will include family photos as well as collected art. I also see this as the perfect place for a bold pattern or two to balance the heaviness of the gallery wall. And…hoping my client's moroccan mirror can be incorporated into the mix!! </div>
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Are you guys excited? You should get excited, because this is a fun one. You might remember me showing some in-progress shots of this room awhile back, but after recently adding some final touches, we finally had proper photos taken. Let's take a little tour of this happenin' little spot...</div>
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The room is not big, so we had to get creative with the space. These two sisters previously had a trundle bed which they've really grown out of. They requested a cool place where they could relax, do homework and and also hang out with friends. We decided on two twin beds in an "L"-formation in the corner. The pillows are cozy and versatile for lounging here or on the floor. (They're hard to see here, but I love these long "lumbar" pillows along the back - the orange stripes on the right and light green on the left. I have several in our house as well, with different covers. They're actually "body pillows" from <a href="http://www.target.com/" target="_blank">Target</a>, and these cases are in their dorm decor section and the pillows as well as the covers are so reasonably priced, it's crazy. The ones in my house move from room to room - I seriously love them! Just today's little tip from me to you :))<br />
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The pillows are quite a mix. Let's see what we have represented here. In addition to Target mentioned above, sources are: <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a>, <a href="http://www.homegoods.com/" target="_blank">HomeGoods</a>, a few my clients had already and one sewn by yours truly. Rug was from Urban Outfitters as well (last year). You probably recognized the Ikea <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90147465/" target="_blank">Maskros</a> light fixture, which was a perfect fit to mix with the poms requested specifically by the room's occupants. :)<br />
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I love this whole desk arrangement we have going on here. Desk is vintage, found via Craigslist. Bench also vintage, sourced from flea market, reupholstered and painted. Sconce is <a href="http://www.ikea.com/" target="_blank">Ikea</a>. Curtains are Ikea with velvet ribbon trim added by me. Basket in corner and pouf are both from Target. Most styling items are from HomeGoods or my house :)<br />
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Let's take a moment to talk about the green washi tape wall. I love it dearly. I might be partial because of the labor involved. It might look simple, but let me tell you…unless you're an engineering genius, it is not. Prior to installation day, I measured and calculated and sketched and planned, but my meticulous planning somehow fell short. My carefully measured pencil marks on the wall did not result in evenly-spaced lines or diamonds. SO, I went with what I know and trust...my eye! It's a very good thing that washi tape doesn't lose its adhesive powers by applying, peeling off, and re-applying. I just lightly placed one line after another until I was happy with the spacing, and when I finally had it, pressed all the lines firmly into place. It was beyond worth it…I love it so much and still think about doing some version of it in my house. The added layer of simple, crisp color is so gorgeous behind a gallery wall of any sort, in my opinion. I also love how we limited it to this one section of the wall, as it kind of defines the little desk station.<br />
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This room was such a fun project, and most importantly, my clients (parents and daughters :)) are happy! I love my amazing clients.<br />
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As I've mentioned here before, the process leading up to having our home photographed was a little stressful for me. I tend to be a perfectionist (working on countering this, daily) and all I could see were the outstanding projects I wanted to tackle first. It got to a point where I had to let go of some things. I realized that if I kept waiting until things were "perfect," I was never going to have photos to share, and this didn't make any sense. So, I scheduled the shoot and set to work on the things in my control. </div>
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One of the things that had been driving me crazy was a faded gray cover on the daybed. The daybed used to live on the opposite side of the room, in front of our south-facing windows which let in amazing, lovely, warm, beautiful light. It also fades fabric. :) So, my dark gray mattress cover was rather faded and spotty. I also wanted to brighten things up (surprise, surprise). Linen was my ideal choice of fabric, as I was going for a relaxed, wrinkled feel. I looked into having a cover made, and quite honestly ran out of time. So, what we have here is a piece of linen wrapped and tucked around the mattress as tightly as I could. There might be a safety pin or two involved as well. ;) And, what do you know - it works! Of course, it's not the ideal permanent solution, but I'm relieved that it was an affordable solution that looks beautiful. </div>
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Moving on to Exhibit B. Our brown, flat-cushioned, hand-me-down sofa. Now, don't get me wrong. I was ecstatic about adopting this sofa when some friends were getting rid of it. It's much nicer than what we had before, and it has served us well! But after years of use by them and us, the cushions really have seen better days. It's also not my first choice of color. However, a new sofa was definitely not in the budget, so what to do? I definitely searched Craiglist and thrift stores and hoped and prayed for the perfect replacement, but I'm not going to get a new sofa just to get one. It has to be the right one, and it wasn't happening. </div>
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A throw can work wonders, wouldn't you agree? I did, in fact, find this at a thrift store (and washed it a few times before using it) and we love it. I wanted something with fringe, and was definitely open to color/pattern, but it turns out this is great. It takes the focus away from the less-perfect features and also breaks up the mega-length. It's also VERY soft and cozy and can often be found with me curled up underneath it. :)<br />
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I hope these little tips were helpful! And...I have more behind-the-scenes secrets planned this week, so I hope you'll be back!<br />
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What type of calendar do you use? Something on your computer or phone? I've tried these options, and I always go back to wanting paper and pen! I'm the same with lists. There's just something so satisfying about writing, crossing off, scribbling, etc. I've talked to many friends about this, and know that many of you can relate.</div>
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Recently I've been feeling a little limited by my standard paper-sized calendar, and decided to do something about it. It's a really, really simple thing but it's working for me so far, and I wanted to share.<br />
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I know that many of you, like me, wear different hats in life. Work, family, church, personal, etc. I usually try to keep separate lists for each category, but even this can get overwhelming. Like, some days I just can't face looking at one list or another. Can anyone relate? To address this in way that helps me see visually how things are being balanced, I've used a different colored post-it for each category. I'm such a visual person that this really puts reality front and center for me. If one color is dominant and one is neglected, which areas of my life are lacking? Can't argue with the colors. :) (It's hard to tell in these photos, but many of the notes are on white post-its…they're not written on the calendar directly!)<br />
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I also find that plans change! (news flash) Without the post-its, unless I'm using pencil, this can get messy. Also, this might sound silly, but I really have a tendency to schedule too much into most of my days. What I like about the particular sizes here is that it doesn't allow this! Only 2-3 post-its max will fit in each square. Sorry, day: I'm booked. Now, of course this doesn't mean I'm not doing anything else on these days. This literally just includes appointments, meetings, commitments…not my "to do" list. The one exception is for time-sensitive reminders (the pink post-it you see peeking out on tomorrow's date, reminding me to research vacation flights!).<br />
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I'm sure this will be a work in progress, but for now I'm liking it for lots of reasons. What's your system for keeping tasks and plans organized? I would love to hear!<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">Meet our dining room light! This piece is pretty special to me... not just because it's beautiful, but I designed and commissioned it from scratch! What a fun and rewarding process.</span></div>
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I looked and looked for the right piece for this room. I knew I wanted something really unique and a little edgy. All the inspiration pieces I found were out of my price range. </div>
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Then, I met a skilled artist who build a light fixture for a client, and one conversation led to another. I showed him my dream inspiration images, and it turned out he was up for the challenge (AND had access to scrap copper)! I was sooooo excited! Basically I gave him these images…<br />
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…with just a few guidelines: the dimensions and asymmetrical, please.<br />
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What's also fun is that it's versatile. It's just a copper frame that's held onto the light cord kit with a thin piece of copper wire, so I can switch it around anytime.<br />
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I'm excited to share that one of my projects was <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/a-playroom-for-the-whole-family-to-enjoy-professional-project-204600" target="_blank">featured on Apartment Therapy</a> yesterday - so fun! Click on over for more details. </div>
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This project was a joy to work on for so many reasons. The home belongs to dear friends of ours, and this playroom is now enjoyed by their two gorgeous little ones. (They were expecting number two while we worked on the project.) I love the combination of colors we ended up with. We didn't have a strict color scheme, and used some pieces they already owned (like the kids' size table & chairs). I love the unexpected punch of bright green which keeps things interesting. Overall, they wanted to keep the furniture to a minimum to allow ample room for active toddlers to roam, play, spread out, read, explore, etc. </div>
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The paint color is driven by the fact that several rooms flow into each other and we're going for continuity there. If this was more of an enclosed room, I would definitely go with something dark and moody on the walls…midnight blue or forest green would be so amazing!!<br />
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I put together several inspiration boards to pick and choose from. I love every combination, honestly!<br />
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So cool, right?! His kids' friends are all going to want to hang out here, I know it. Can't wait to see it come to life!<br />
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What do you usually do with flowers from the grocery store? Stick them in a vase you've had forever? Let me just encourage you today to take a teensy bit of extra effort and enjoy much more beautiful results! </div>
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I picked up this pretty little plant from Trader Joe's in a wimpy plastic pot. By moving it into this little goblet (something I've had forever, from a thrift store for less than $2, I'm sure), the impact is so much more dramatic and beautiful. I find that unexpected scale often works well…you may think this pot would be too small, but it's perfect. Don't limit yourself to traditional flower pots or vases!</div>
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This vase, below, was another thrift store find. If you have a collected of acquired vases under your sink or in a cabinet, I challenge you to stop by your neighborhood thrift store and pick up one or two different shaped vases or vessels. They'll bring your flowers to the next level, I promise! By mixing it up, you'll find that it grabs your attention when you walk by. Beauty brings joy.</div>
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I wanted to also show you the same flowers, but dried. A different look, and probably not for everyone, but I love the character!<br />
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Pulled these lilies out of a standard bouquet mix - I think they're so interesting in this mini-vase and will be even more so when opened.<br />
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And... I succumbed to the peony craze. For the <a href="http://katiegaviganinteriors.blogspot.com/2014/05/photo-shoot-at-our-house-glimpse.html" target="_blank">photo shoot at our house</a>, I used peonies but they were a deep wine color…I was resisting the pink ones just because they're everywhere right now, but then I realized that was silly. There's a reason everyone is enjoying them - because they won't be around for long, and because they're BEAUTIFUL. So, I will enjoy them as well. I love them in this taller vase, and I think they'll look even prettier when they've opened a bit more.<br />
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So, the next time you pick up a bunch of flowers or a little potted plant, take a moment to arrange it in a new, unexpected way. It will be worth the extra effort for the joy it will bring - I promise!<br />
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To me, there's such a fine line between seeing something and experiencing a feeling of "ooooooh," or "ahhhhh," compared to more of a "I want that," or even, "I can't keep up." To be fair, they can probably be the same sometimes. I just pick up on so much more/bigger/better/faster all around me in our world today, and it exhausts me. Noticing this, and recognizing the need to find new sources of inspiration, is starting to rise to the surface for me. (To be clear, for the sake of this conversation, I'm referring to visual inspiration, which for me as a creative person is such an important piece of life.)</div>
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Part of my experience of being a visual person means that my "eye" gets bored very easily. I love pretty things...I crave beauty all around. But the inspiration wears off, with rare exception, when there's less variety. I notice that the effect is actually the opposite - that I feel exhausted - when the promise of visual stimulation exists and then instead, disappoints. For example, I'll visit <a href="http://instagram.com/katiegavigan" target="_blank">instagram</a> or <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/katiegav/" target="_blank">pinterest</a> with the hope of something new catching my eye and getting my wheels turning, and don't find it. </div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Don't get me wrong - I'm not saying it's the responsibility of these mediums to feed my creativity. What I'm realizing is that I probably need to seek other sources. I know that for many of us creative types, this is why travel is so satisfying to us…it gives the opportunity to see, take in, experience and be inspired by the </span><i style="text-align: left;">different</i><span style="text-align: left;">. </span></div>
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As you've heard from me before, I believe that it's SO important for each person to figure out what it is that hits them at that visceral level - at the place of the "ooooooh" or "ahhhhhh" - and to create it in your home. Start simple, if needed! If natural light is important to you, watch the light entering your home for a few days, and rearrange the furniture to be able to enjoy the light, shadows, warmth, etc. If fresh air does it for you, find or create a reading spot near a window and carve out a few minutes to spend there every day. Light a candle. Frame a meaningful family photo (you can find beautiful frames at thrift stores, if needed!) and place it where it will make you smile every day. Start paying attention to the colors that you react to positively, and then look for ways to bring them into your home. TAKE TIME to create the home you love. Just because everyone else is incorporating a certain item or pattern or style into their home doesn't mean you have to. Start creating a home you can build on and enjoy for years to come.<br />
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As for me, I'm on the lookout for new sources of inspiration and would love to hear what works for you! I have some ideas about where to start - I'll keep you posted. :)</div>
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If I had to name a favorite piece of furniture in our house, our settee (or daybed) would definitely be near the top of the list. I LOVE this piece. The deep seating, classic lines and perfect spot for curling up in a blanket to read or take a nap. It's seriously soooooo cozy.</div>
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I'm sure most of you know all about <a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/" target="_blank">One Kings Lane</a>. (In case you're not, they run flash sales on all kinds of great home decor items.) You may not be familiar with their <a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/info/#.U5D6GsZRxg0" target="_blank">Home Decor Resource Guide</a>, which they've asked me to share with you. I've enjoyed perusing the Guide and learning more about the historical aspects of various decor elements. For example, with each category of furniture (chairs, mirrors, sofas, etc.), they've outlined the evolution and cultural influences along the way. I love seeing how various artists and cultural factors have influenced design through the years. A great example is the <a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/info/home/a-guide-to-types-and-styles-of-sofas-settees/#.U5Dn1sZRxg0" target="_blank">Guide to Styles of Sofas & Settees</a>. It's fascinating to think about the more formal use of sofas and settees 100 years ago versus how we use ours today! </div>
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We have truly personalized this piece, and use it to its full advantage. We love it!! To this very classic design, I decided to add just a twist of personal, funky touch by gluing a simple tassel fringe. The black keeps it subtle and classic, with just a bit of edge. The pillow mix is constantly being switched up.</div>
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Although counter-intuitive, larger pieces of furniture are often the best choice for small spaces. True, in our case. We've tried several different furniture arrangements in this room over the years, and a sofa + daybed absolutely provides the most - and most comfortable - seating in our living room. Not to mention that it doubles as a guest bed when needed. </div>
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A few other interesting categories to explore within the Resource Guide:<br />
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<a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/info/type/beds/" target="_blank">Beds</a><br />
<a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/info/type/cabinets/" target="_blank">Cabinets</a><br />
<a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/info/type/mirrors/" target="_blank">Mirrors</a><br />
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