she sells seashells

natural elements are used in design all the time...these pieces usually add some organic lines to your spaces (such as branches, rock crystal, etc.) here we see several examples of what the natural beauty of seashells can do your interiors. bring on the sunshine and beaches!

tobi fairley uses shells in her art collection. brilliant colors with dramatic black backdrops!

if you don't want an actual shell then this book does the trick. gorgeous images!

adore this amazing cluster of oversized shells...mary mcdonald has done it right. 

oly studio has this super textual wall sconce that would be to pretty in a dining space or bedroom. it's soft lines and color are well suited for any spaces truly!!

projects on the horizon!

it's time to get back to blogging...the love of inspiring others is too strong! currently working with two clients in fort worth, one in corinth (just north of denton), two in denton and two weddings (first in march and the second in september). plus a little boy i know is turning two in april so plans are in full swing for his "british birthday bash" (you can check out some of my ideas on pinertest). needless to say my plate is full with still doing some event coordinating at the wildwood inn. i thrive on the hustle and bustle though so life is good!! i prayed for more clients because i was missing designing and He has provided. ask and you shall receive :)

i have been using a new program called picasa that's linked with my gmail account. it's come in as a very handy FREE tool that's given my clients an idea of their room/event at a glance. here are just a few of my faves...

nursery for twins...due soon so the finished product will be pictured soon!

a casual sophisticated dining room in the works!

the vintage chic wedding that's in september!

what projects are you working on? love seeing the process and how it evoles over the course of the project. hope many of my usual followers are happy to see me back....sure do love blogging. happy week to all!

stellar stella!

How could you not be happy entering this delightful store on lovers lane?!? When this store opened in '08 I had to make a trip in and what a pleasant surprise to find Miss Amber Davidson! We have know each other since high school age and it was so fun to catch up and see all her fabulous wares.

Amber's grandmother started her addition to design at a very young age as she flipped through House Beautiful and Better Homes and Garden floor plans. She remember these as magical memories and once you visited her store you will agree that she was destined for design!!

Please 'like' their facebook page and stop by to say HELLO. They are such a happy group!

candy coated hand blown vases

vintage chair lacquered in grey with upholstery in

Hable Construction fabric and blue vases from Roost

handmade letterpress stationery from Pikku

missoni throws...delicious!

Pikku wrapping paper

oly mushroom sculpture, Soap & Paper candles

and adam+viktoria pillows

oly chandelier

oly lamp and little hoot owl in hammered aluminum

loving this nailhead detail, pop of yellow and the

rustic, quirkiness of the antlers...so fresh!

daybed from Shine Home and Designers Guild in London

oly dot frames, velvet detail pillows and

john robshaw scarf and tunic (just in time for this heat)

beautiful letterpress greeting cards for all occasions!

Stop by when you are in the neighbothood...

StellaDallas

4346 Lovers Lane Dallas, TX 75225

p. 214.691.0000

stray dog strut

ever needed to add a little whimsey to your space...stray dog designs can deliver. they have such a refreshing spin on seating, accessories and most importantly lighting! here are a few faves of mine!! will you dare to stray?

many of these paper mache pieces can be custom colored with 14 colors!

sheen-wah-zuh-ree

found a splendid little company's website today called jardins en fleur with is french for "gardens in flower". their store is located in los angeles, ca but warehouse is in phoenix, az. they have lots of fun pieces that are classic chinoiserie in style but the bright colors modernize each piece...very tradish with a twist!! so check out all their wares online. 

pendent necklace, pendent lighting or both

via auto.

made from new and vintage necklaces...

talk about a fun "jewel" for your room!

lighten up

happy lamps that will having you seeing the brighter side of life

stray dog all products are made of glass, tin, iron, and papier mache products. each is original, handmade works of art designed by Jane Gray. a portion of the purchase price is donated to organizations that do things like feed hungry children, shelter homeless families, or create loving homes for stray dogs and cats.

broadbeach not sure if you can tell from the photo but this gem is covered in leather with antique brass nailheads. can also come in a multitude of other leathers colors.

burts cason great company out of NOLA (that stands for New Orleans Louisiana for all you non-southern folk). they are wonderful to work with on your highly customizable lamps. you get to pick everything out on these beauties. lamp shape, shade size, pattern, pattern color, background color and much more.

not only are these lamps either customizable to your hearts content they can also help someone in need.