Design Tips

For the most recent issue of HGTV Magazine, I was asked what fun decorating color I’m currently obsessed with — Sassy Red. A little red goes a long way! I like it on dining room walls, or in a high-gloss sheen on dressers, nightstands, and kitchen cabinets. It brings life to old, tired pieces. Give…

Emerald: The Pantone Color Of The Year

Emerald: The Pantone Color Of The Year

I am loving the Pantone Color Of The Year. Emerald is stunning and is a great accent for almost any decor…. Bring it into your home with small bright splashes. A set of lamps, new curtains, a ceramic bench, or if you are feeling sheepish about bringing in a new color you can just feature…

Thirstystone Sealife Collection

Thirstystone Sealife Collection

Here are some of the official shots for my new Thirstystone products! I am really excited for this collection and will have more news on where and when you can buy it very very soon! In case you can’t wait to get a little of my sealife goodness into your home, check out the prints…

Self Cleaning Soap Dish!

Self Cleaning Soap Dish!

My friend Henry just sent me the COOLEST SOAP DISH EVER! Henry and Bow Industries believes in making people’s lives easier, thru innovative and elegant solutions. The soap dish allows bar soap to last 20% longer, allows use of the entire bar, and best of all, you will never have to clean your soap dish…

Giraffes 5

A Gold Giraffe…. Or Four!

I decided to do a super fun and easy DIY at my new office today! Check out my step by step and get the look for yourself. Step 1: Start with a fresh white giraffe head from Z Gallerie Step 2: Grab some delicious gold spray paint and make the transformation from cute to chic!…

DIY: Striped Walls

DIY: Striped Walls

One of my favorite ways to add fun and interest to a room is with painted, striped walls! When I gave Ricki Lake’s dressing room an update a few months ago I used this trick to bring color and life into the space. For my “how to” click HERE. 

The Power Of Color

The Power Of Color

I am presenting my talk on the Power of Color tomorrow and I thought I would give you a little preview! My number one tip to people who want to bring bright and bold color into their home is to add the wall color last. Buy your biggest and most expensive pieces of furniture in…

DIY Beautiful Cork Board!

DIY Beautiful Cork Board!

Last Fall I got to work with one of my favorite day time stars- Ricki Lake! She was launching her new talk show and her dressing room needed a serious make over. One of my favorite design elements were the gorgeous DIY cork boards. Function can be beautiful too!   Check out my step by…

Americas Mart

Americas Mart

I’m getting psyched for my January 12th talk at America’s Mart! I’ll be chatting about The Power of Color- one of my favorite topics! To check out a preview and a few of my top tips and tricks from bringing BOLD, BRIGHT color into your home, check out their blog HERE!

DIY Paint Swatch Project!

DIY Paint Swatch Project!

  One of my lovely Twitter friends commented that they love collecting paint swatches, but not necessarily paint. I did a little digging around the internet and discovered there are some brilliant art projects out there involving paint swatches! Interested in some fun home decor projects for the new year? I suggest a DIY project…

Merry Christmas Decor!

Merry Christmas Decor!

At this point you all know I LOVE me a grove of Christmas trees! Here is my display this year…. Dozer and Bon Bon think it’s a playground.

Holiday Decorating: A “Grove” of Trees

Holiday Decorating: A “Grove” of Trees

I love adding a twist to traditional Holiday decorating! One of my favorite design tips is to create a “grove” of Christmas trees. If one tree is good, then several of them are great! If you do choose multiple trees, pick one as your main Christmas tree and keep the decor on the other ones…

CURBLY COLOR POST #4

CURBLY COLOR POST #4

Last but not least! My 4th blog post for Curbly.com. This one has a few DIY tips on bringing art into your decor! Check it out HERE.

eHow.com Holiday Office Decor!

eHow.com Holiday Office Decor!

I recently had a chat with eHow.com and gave them my tips and tricks for FABULOUS Office Holiday Decor! Decorations that last more than one year, how to make your office party a classy affair and more… check it out HERE! *Photo from Apartment Therapy