Art and...Books?

I hope each of you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend.  How did you spend it? 


What does art and...books have in common?  Not a lot but they sure can look good together.  Are you wondering what in the world I mean by this?  Take a look...

I just adore hanging artwork to the front of bookcases like this.  It sort of makes the books fade into the background a bit all while giving the bookcases a real focal point.  

Even a mirror will work.  I really like this round one since all the bookcase cubbies are square.

Even more interesting using art along with a bookcase that is wallpapered in the back.  Lovely!

Pretty snazzy too adding art to a painted bookcase back...love these bold colors (and notice the artwork doesn't even have bright colors).

So...what's the verdict?  Do YOU like using artwork on the front of bookcases?  Share your thoughts if you'd like...we'd love to know.

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Photo Credits:  Apartment Therapy, Unknown source, Pinterest

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Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

What do you prefer for bedding in your master bedroom?  Bedspread, comforter, or duvet cover?  Dust ruffle or no dust ruffle? There are so many options these days that I just wondered what you liked best.

Here we have a ruffled dust ruffle and a matching reversible throw folded at the bottom of the bed.  The shams are also ruffled like the dust ruffle.  I think it's quite lovely, do you?

This is pretty much the "typical" comforter with dust ruffle that I tend to see in most new client's homes that we go into to work with.  I'm sure this "look" is familiar to you as well.

Maybe you prefer the more tailored look of a bedspread.  I like the tall upholstered headboard with this one and the use of a long bolster pillow.

Here is another lovely bedspread...which of course goes all the way to the floor so no dust ruffle is needed.

Here is a lovely duvet cover with a pleated dust ruffle (as opposed to a ruffled one).  I love the simplicity of this...how about you?

Another duvet cover with a pleated dust ruffle...do you like? Do you like a white one....or do you prefer a pattern? 

Here is a duvet with a shirred dust ruffle instead.  It's a totally different look from above photo...which do you like best?

Just one more in a solid color other than white.  I love the effect of the white bedding with this lavender duvet folded at the end of the bed.  There is also color in the shams and the bolster pillow.  This is really a lovely combination too!

As for me...I am changing over to a duvet I do believe.  I love the "fluffiness" of them and the casual feel of the style.  I will be using a patterned fabric instead of the solid white...or at least that is my thoughts at the moment.  In my world of interior design...my thoughts are forever changing for myself...until time to make that final decision.  What type bedding do you have in your master bedroom?  Guest rooms?

Thanks for stopping by and...

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Weekend!

Photos Credits: Traditional Homes, Decor Pad, House Beautiful

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Stenciled Floors

I know you must be familiar with stencils, right?  Of course you are!  How about the effects of putting them right on your "floors"?  Let's take a look and see just how this "age-old artsy trick" can impact your rooms...

This room is breathtaking especially with these painted floors.  This look can be accomplished by using a stencil or by taping off the design shown here.  (Oh, and just a side note...I am drooling over these luscious custom draperies puddling in the floor!!)

This one is a great example of how a stenciled floor can do wonders for any area...wouldn't you have to agree?  This high gloss floor is just stunning as well.  Now, look at the walls in here...they are done using a smaller stencil and the opposite color way of the floor.  Isn't this awesome?  There is so much one can do with stencils.

This green and white floor makes quite an impact...huh?  Again, this one can be done using a stenciled square or by taping off the design.  As for me...I'd prefer a stencil since it seems to be much easier.

This floor could perhaps be tiles laid in blue and white...or maybe that is stenciled too (???), but my point is that even using just the small stenciled design at each corner of the tiles takes this floor from  "drab" to "fab".... it completely changes the feel of this entire room!

And for even a more dramatic flair...how about this bold contrast of color!  I love this flower stencil.  Could YOU be this daring yet?  OK, in my mind....I already have this lovely room decorated!!!  What fun colors!

Now this one is for any of you really daring readers out there...aren't these designs gorgeous?  Could you handle having your floors make such a statement as this in your room?  Me, probably not, but I surely do think it would be a great choice for someone!

No matter whether you are looking for simple or dramatic...stencils can be a fun and easy way (well, some not so easy like the last one above!) to update your decor.  It's much less expensive than replacing your existing flooring.  Do you have stenciled floors any where in your home?  If so, do tell, as we'd love to know what you did and what actually inspired you to make the change.  Did you do it yourself or have a professional do it for you?  

Now...go and have yourself...

a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Photo Credits:  Sunny's Goodtime Paints, Sunny Goode's, Domino., Apartment Therapy

*I TRY TO CREDIT ALL IMAGES, IF THERE ARE ANY PHOTOS OR IMAGES HERE THAT ARE NOT CREDITED CORRECTLY OR YOU WISH THEM TO BE REMOVED, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL GLADLY OBLIGE. THEY ARE BEING USED HERE FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING INTERIOR DESIGN. THANK YOU!