DIY: Chevron Painting

So I've cured the bald spot above our bed. finally!

And if I do say so myself, I'm thrilled with how my little painting project worked out!

{before}

I marked out equal spacings with marker on (3) 15" x 30" canvas

{after}

Dark red fading to yellow

I used Anitas acrylic colors:

 11044 Coffee/Cafe; 11050 Christmas Red;

11139 Tangerine; and 11301 White

{ta-da!}

{it must be love}

We are celebrating Christmas with Kacey's Dad's side of the family this afternoon!

It's going to be a Mexican fiesta!

{I'll share my tasty Barracho Bean recipe soon}

Feliz Navidad!

xoxo-LC

Website Highlight: Kendra Scott

Thanks to my good friend, Jessica, I've discovered a new obsession:

Kendra Scott

(photo from: http://www.spotlightportfolios.com/kendrascott/)

She's a doll. Read her story here.

{and she's super nice. I met her @ her grand opening in Austin!}

Let me just say, the website does NOT do her collection justice. Literally everything is stunning in person. Her new boutique in Austin is gorgoeous as well. It's clean, neutral interior makes the jewelry pop and it's outfitted with a "color bar" where you can pick a blank jewelry setting and then apply different gem stones- making it your very own design. {you can also design online @ her website here.}

Here's one I designed:

These are my some of my favs:

Carmella Stud Earrings in Turquoise $70; Ava Statement Necklace in Cayenne $170

Novia Beaded Stud Earrings in Champagne $65; Sona Chandelier Earrings in Berry $115

Otylia Cocktail Ring $75; Paley Cuff Bracelet in Basil $188

(images from her website)

 Kacey, I hope you're reading this...a not so subtle hint...

Keeping my fingers crossed,

xoxo-LC

Treasure Hunting

So I'm pirating around...the local antique shops, that is. Yesterday I had some flexibility in my schedule and since I was in the neighborhood, I thought I'd breeze into Butler's Antiques off 8th Ave. You could seriously get lost in there for days and be totally content. Just reading the backs of the vintage postcards made my day. It's neat to capture that little slice of private history all over again.

Anyways, after aimlessly browsing around for a while, my eyes immediately captured a colorful little gem in the linen "department". Upon unfolding what I thought might just be an average printed fabric, I was pleasently surprised. You better believe I snatched it up and held it at the cash counter until I made one more final lap around!

I'm thinking it would be a great jumping off point for my guest bedroom design. I always like starting with something really unique...everything else: the paint scheme, fabrics, accent pieces, etc. just domino affects after it.

Ta-daaaa!!!

It's approximately 30"x 30", velvet

(So much prettier in person!)

Detail

I think I'll make it into a great accent pillow or frame it...it's too beautiful!

Just goes to show, you NEVER know what you might find!

You just have to be open to the idea and creative.

Go Frogs,

xoxo-LC



Designer Style: Trina Turk

Today I want to focus on the gorgeous signature prints of Trina Turk. This fashion designer added a residential line to her resume in May 2008 and I can't wait to see what's next! Her laid back modern style comes from drawing inspiration from the "cocktail party and poolside lifestyle of the desert" - aka California Chic.

Here are some pieces from her current residential accent pillow collection.

Go grab a Pina Colada, relax, and enjoy!

Trina Turk

Embroidered Pillows $115-$145

(Variety)

Birdcage Pillow $118

(comes in Black, Lilac, Orange, and Teal)

Kaleidoscope Pillow $128

(Blue or Pink)

*This would be super cute in a kids room*

Lator Gator Pillow $118

You can also purchase her fabulous prints through

SCHUMACHER

and make your own pillows!

Cheers!

xoxo-LC