50 some years ago, British models Jean Shrimpton (top) and Twiggy were everywhere and truly the first Super Models (although that term hadn't been coined). As you can see, they were sometimes covered in flowers. Flowers dominated fashion and decor. Let's have some fun seeing what was happening back then and how Flower Power is still with us today. It's amazing that such movements are still influencing our rooms. maggie mason on flickr. 1960's suitcases. Did you have one like I did? flickr.com Posters, album covers and gift wrap (above) were covered in posies. buzzfeed.com I still can barely look at anything "burnt orange," but flowered wallpaper was a '60s hit. expolounge.blogspot.ca Fl
Are you staring into a dark fireplace box this summer? Often overlooked, here's a great opportunity to do something unexpected in your room. Styling a firebox can be a bit tricky. The key is to make it cohesive with not too many elements. In the photo above, a collection of white vases defines a summery look. Easy to achieve by spray painting yard sales finds a flat white. Let's take a look at some other successful summery fireplaces. bradfordid.com A stack of birch branches adds visual interest. livingcreativelyinspired.com In keeping with the room's decor, a simple basket adds texture and makes the fireplace a focal point. Summer is a also a great time to freshen the firebox with fir
In the August heat, imagine your surprise to see this little fellow sheltering in place. A Pacific Treefrog nestles in a dahlia flower in my friend, Connie's Oregon City garden. Imagine dahlia red and leaf green making a beautiful color palette for our rooms. Let's take a look. domino.com English cottage kitchen vibe in dahlia red and leaf green. apartmenttherapy.com A summer spread in bold colors. surfaceview.co.uk Dramatic pomegranate wallpaper mural by Michael Angove. thefrenchtangerine.com The perfect leaf green pairs well with blue&white. pinterest.com A velvet sofa and cool green walls. sophierobinson.co.uk A moody bedroom in layers of green. hierobinson.co.ukanythingology.blog.blog
Hey house, you had me at pea gravel. Looking at listings in my old Portland (OR) neighborhood, I stumbled upon this 1928 traditional house on a wonderful leafy street. A bright yellow door, interesting windows and an amazing courtyard, filled with pea gravel. What's not to love? Let's take a closer look. A Mediterranean front courtyard and custom made iron gate (right). Oh, are those cypress trees? The living room - love the reworked modern fireplace. Flooded with light, the view to front door. I adore a matt black wall in such a sunny space. A bright kitchen and family room. The three bedrooms are upstairs. Here's the principal bedroom with blackout blinds - simple and practical. A
Don't you love mementos? If you're like me, you've got some from childhood and traveling and just living life. Maybe they're scattered around your rooms or maybe they're in a box in the attic. I'm not a fan of clutter but I do love the idea of corralling treasures to enjoy. One great way to display is on a tray as my friend Ruthann has done. She's put travel mementos from 5 countries in one harmonious tray. Let's look at more fun ways to display mementos. stonegableblog.com Mementos in an old wooden box. marktplaats.nl Special keepsakes under a glass dome. fineartdisplays.com More is often better. mustardseedinteriors.com Objects in glass jars. na.blogspot.com Love this steampunk vibe
