Fall Is In The Air - with Cut Velvet

Hi dear readers! Are you ready for cooler weather? You know, Fall is just around the corner!  These new fabrics actually made me think of Fall in that I don't get to often use velvets on design projects here in Florida as much as I did when we were back in North Carolina...do ya think the HOT weather may have a bit to do with it?  I'm thinking so! These gorgeous new cut velvet fabrics we carry were just too scrumptious to not show today. Would YOU like a little velvet in your home? Velvet used to represent 'formal'...but not any more! See these new designs...love, love, love.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Image Credit: Duralee

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Create Your Weekend Happy Place

Happy Friday! It's been a busy week around here and I bet you are ready for a weekend too, right? How will you carve out a little time for yourself to unwind this weekend? Where is YOUR 'Happy Place'?

Creating the perfect outdoor get-away can be quite simple. If you want a bit of color then determine what color inspires you most. Then a couple of chairs found, perhaps even online, or a loveseat...mixed with the paint color of your choice makes for the perfect start of the plan.  Add in some colorful cushions to make sure you have a 'comfy' spot to sit, a rug, table, and lots of greenery to 'soften' the area and create a privacy wall, if you will. You can always add in sheer fabric like shown here to create a bit more coziness!  Then, in no time, you'll be sitting out here enjoying YOUR weekend and getting some refreshing time!

So, what ideas and plans do you have for the weekend? Does it include time to just "be"?  I certainly hope so!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Ta-Ta!

Photo Image:  Traditional Home

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Lovin' Me Some PINK!

You already know I'm a "pink" girl, right?  Well, look how a few coats of PINK paint transformed these mirrors! This trio of mirrors surely adds the WOW factor here...along with these beautiful pink flowers.  Accessories are the jewelry in any room...so why not add pzazz into your decor using colors you love! 

Make it a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Till next time...

Image Credits:  BHG

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Let There Be...LIGHT

I'm loving this new release...Gold Leaf Wall Flowers! Got to find a project for these or perhaps for ME! Taking in all the new products around here today.

Image Courtesy of Wildwood Lamps.

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End of The Year Happenings

It's nice to know that many of our valued clients will get to enjoy their new designs...all in time for the Christmas holiday. Here's a little peek of some most recent ones.

 A little Viz Glass in a wall niche will surely add in some sparkle!

How about a renovated kitchen including custom painted cabinets (of which I should show you a 'before' photo), new tile backsplash installed vertically, and a painted chandelier which totally changed the look of it (yes, painted the existing one!).

Top-tacked draperies and stunning hardware in this great room.  Kitchen bay, to left, wasn't up yet when I snapped this photo.  Client happy because these drapes are simple yet gorgeous!

 A stunning master bedroom with inverted pleat drapery panels mounted on boards. Really need better photos but wanted to show this one anyway.

Another view...

 This new sitting room also got some new sheer draperies to 'soften' the entire room.

Stunning in person!

So very glad to get these jobs, and many others, completed just before the holidays.  Now they can be enjoyed to the fullest!

Wishing you and your family a very...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Tis the Season of RED Accessories

We are looking at some RED lamps with some of our vendors and I thought it would be the perfect time to share a few with our readers since it's almost Valentine's Day!

So let's hear it...which one of these gorgeous RED lamps is your favorite?  The second and third ones are my contenders I do believe! Would you be so daring as to accessorize with any of these?  What other colors are in your room to go along with red?  We'd love to know!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Ta-Ta!

Image Credits:  WW Lamps

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Smitten by Design Inspiration

Hello lovely readers! I came across a design 'story' today that totally captivated me.  Let me share...

I am 'in love'!  I absolutely fell in love with this entryway...everything about it.  The turquoise door is 'stunning' to me!  The design in the hardwood floors - beautiful. The lighting - both ceiling fixtures and table lamp - love!  The neutral 'sand color' as I now call it...such a soft backdrop... and all blended together! Smitten, yes, there is really no other word for it right now!

 And, believe me, we've only just begun!

Same entryway...these luscious fabrics and bright colors just bring this foyer to life!  The artwork paired with these fabrics is PERFECT!  Now, look at the wide horizontal stripes on the walls...hello?  Is it just ME?  Gorgeous, huh?

Let's step into the great room, shall we...

Still 'smitten'!  Carrying through the 'sand color' in the area rug, sofa and club chairs, walls and draperies...makes it soft and easy on the eye.  Then...popped with flair with more stunning fabric on this accent chair and through-out with the art and a few accessories. But, even more added glamour - look up - at the ceiling color! I could easily see myself entertaining or just relaxing in here for sure!

And just for fun...here's a few more areas...

I'm SO in love...!

I'm even smitten by the simplicity in this room!

And this...I have decided...is certain to be the inspiration for my future "Bahama Hideaway Cottage".  Every element, to me, is just perfect!

Hope you enjoyed my Design Inspiration today!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!  

Susan Brewer

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Image Credits:  Traditional Home

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Sand and Sea Decor

Living and working in the sunshine state makes me more and more aware of the fabrics, rugs, accessories, etc...that remind me of the beautiful sand and sea that we are surrounded with here. This is just one example of a room that can be designed to reflect nature's beauty!

And just in case the tranquil color palettes of the 'sand and sea' tickle YOUR design fancy...here are a few more lovelies!

It can be much fun to add in accessories like this too!

How do ya like the little 'pop' of deeper reds mixed in here?

Even though some of you don't actually live at the coast...do YOU have these serene coastal colors anywhere in YOUR home?  Just curious and we'd love to know!

I hope YOU have a...

"Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Susan Brewer

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Images by: Traditional Home, BHG, Pottery Barn, Coastal Living, HomeBunch, Pinterest

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Beautiful Winter Tablescape

I think winter months would be a little easier to tolerate if we surround ourselves with beautiful things we love (and people we love too, of course!) in our homes. Since we tend to spend more time indoors during this season (well maybe not so much here in sunshiny Florida) beautiful designs can help keep us inspired! Take a look at a lovely winter tablescape...

The sparkle on the table could remind you of 'ice' for these winter months...Brrr! So beautiful though.

What a great way to use all of those special handmade doilies so many of us have inherited from our grandmothers and great-grandmothers.  Just use them all the way down your table to make a 'custom' runner overlay. 

A little texture on the table with these chargers and the colors here almost remind me of ... the sea and sand!  Now that's a WARMING thought for these cold winter days you may be experiencing! 

How about YOU?  Do you have some extra beauty on your tabletops to enjoy during these long winter months?  We'd love for you to share your creative secrets if you'd like!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Susan 

Arborgate Interiors LLC

Image Credits:  Southern Lady

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