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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She Sells Seashells...

...down by the Seashore!  OK, the topic of this lovely Saturday...Seashells.  You must know by now since I am the beach lover that I am...I adore seashells.  I don't buy mine, but I pick them up every time I travel to a beach.  I guess you could really say I have an "eclectic" seashell collection - Ha!

To be such a simple thing, they can also be an easy item to use in your summer decor.  I have decided to do just that in my outdoor space this year (and maybe even a little inside too!).

Let's take a look at a few ideas I found...

I have always loved the look of an oversized shell (maybe one we'd have to purchase, not find!).  This is a great idea for a kitchen table or island, as well as a living room coffee table.

This obviously isn't sitting on a table inside or on a porch...but wouldn't this make a unique tablescape?  Various lanterns with shells inside, a tray with some vintage looking items...and more shells.  

Leave it to Martha Stewart to come up with this dreamy idea...LOVE it!

Even just some clear glass vases and bowls...with shells...can turn any drab table top into FAB for summer.

And with today being Saturday...this could indeed be accomplished within a matter of minutes!  What a great idea!

Let's not forget those shelves or bookcases.  Yes, these would indeed seem to be shells that were purchased, but they make such a delightful statement here.  I know Homegoods usually has a great selection of items such as this.  

Bottles with shell toppers...love the look...how about YOU?

I've always said I'd like to bring beach sand home...hum, maybe now I can to create this simple little idea.

And my "fave" one of all...

Candles in the shell itself and surrounded by many other shells.  Simply Irresistible idea of this "Seashell Inspired Saturday"! (say that 20 times in a row....!!!)

Enjoy your Saturday and be sure to make it...

"Simply Irresistible"!

Image Credits:  Pinterest, Martha Stewart, Houzz, Coastal Style, Horchow

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Friday Fun!

With the weather here being so cold and damp (no snow yet!!) that makes it a great day to browse through the new issue of Coastal Living...I plan to devour it, page by page, over the weekend! I thought I'd share a few photos with you that I am currently swooning over...

I love these bright cheerful colors here...even the floral fabric too.  I adore how there are cottage effects with the beams, shades, and sisal rug (reminiscent of the SAND!) and how well these bright inspiring colors work with all of that.  Check out the green tray on the table...and the green turtle...to tie in the green ottomans a bit more!  Ah, "simply irresistible" and very well done!

I believe I'll have to re-think my growing tired of a white kitchen...with pops of color in the striped rug, cushions...along with a few accessories and a lightly painted ceiling...I think I'll change my vote.  How about these great pendants over the island...ooh-la-la!  I am loving this cottage kitchen!

Is this dining room fabulous or what?  I love the chandelier, the rug, and these gorgeous chairs with the pattern on the back!  It's toned down in this room, but still packs a punch along with the rest of the house! 

I usually tend to notice the DETAILS at once...that's just me!  How many of you would dare to put this rug (with pink) in this room (with all the red)?  Also, notice the band of solid turquoise along the bottom of the drapery panels and at the bottom of the window shade.  The headboard sports a trim as well and has covered buttons...well thought out indeed!  It's "details" like this that make the difference and is usually a part of our custom interior design service too. 

 

I love this fresh green with all the white...now "this" pops!  Don't be afraid to change any style mirror you may have with fresh paint for a brand new look in your room.  Give it a try!

Now this room is just plain "sassy" in my eyes...I LOVE it!  Of course these walls remind me alot of what we now have in our own home...but popped with all this navy...yes, please!  Again, would you EVER think of putting "this" rug in here?  Be honest now.  But I like it.  Also, more details...a ruffled bedskirt and draperies with contrasting coral (or so it looks) band at top.  And one last thing...since I'm on a roll...I adore this headboard...I'll take one for my guest bedroom!

So there you have it, a peek into the new issue of Coastal Living.  If you don't have your copy yet you may just want to pick one up for the weekend!  A quiet corner, cozy chair with afghan, hot cup of tea...and this new issue...all the makings of some great weekend R&R.  What are YOUR plans?

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Image Credits:  Coastal Living

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Create a Coastal Look with Lighting

When this hit my inbox I fell instantly in love with these...a perfect addition to any room for a little bit of that coastal feeling.

Mouth Blown Antique Glass with Hand Tied Rope

Wrapped Bottle Lamp

Antique Mercury Glass with Wire Wrap

Aren't they great?  New 'intros' from one of our to-the-trade vendors.  Oh, I can't wait for the perfect project to come along where we can try these out.  I'm all for adding that coastal flair when we can...how about you? 

Hope your day has been "Simply Irresistible"!

Ta-Ta!

Image Credits:  WW Lamps/Alpha & Omega Interiors

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OKL Day

With all of this rain we keep getting around here I thought it was a good day for some COLORFUL things!  Afterall, who knows just when the sun will pop back out...with more rain and a chance of some snow, in the forecast.

It's a great day to catch some colorful great deals over at One Kings Lane...here are a few I spotted already.

Enough?  Maybe you'd better head on over there yourself while I get to work on narrowing down MY choices!!

Hope your day is BRIGHT

and...

"Simply Irresistible"!

Image Credits:  One Kings Lane

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