Macrame. String art. Woven tapestries. They’re back! I know these words may bring back haunting memories from days ago. But stay with me – shake off the images of dusty, bulky rope; and embrace the new face of colorful, fun, quirky woven tapestries. [source] I have yet to use the woven wall hanging trend in the Rardon house, but I am so intrigued by this soft artwork. Read more »
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CategoriesOrb Chandeliers

I love me a beautiful chande. I’ve been obsessed with orb chandeliers for a while now. Check out these gorg spheres – ah… hanging happiness: Grand Bank Collection – 4 Light – Kichler Trofarello Pendant – Uttermost Foucault’s Iron Orb Chandelier – Restoration Hardware Orb Chandelier – Ballard Designs Industrial Sphere Orb Chandlier – TheLightingPalace – Etsy.com Would you put…
Bring Spring Home: 5 Easy Ideas

Okay, so I know that technically it is already Spring – but I just want it to feel like Spring. Yes, I’m being needy – but who’s with me?! And March is not helping a girl out. March is being such a tease this year. One day: 40, the next day: 65, the next day: 32. What? Come on, March. So – while we’re going through these ups and downs, let’s just officially make…
Fishing Net Inspriation

Start here. Start at the beginning. If you’re wondering how to get that home decorating project going – Start with some inspiration! How can you be inspired you ask… Find pictures of rooms that make you drool. Look for colors that you love. Find a piece of artwork that speaks to you – it’s saying “You got this!” Look at your closet to see what neutral colors you are drawn to. Use that…
Rachel’s 2014 Trend Predictions: Part 2

After my husband lovingly read my most recent blog post, he asked, “Part 1. How many parts are there?” After I got over the amazing fact that he had taken the time to read my ramblings [isn’t there something so purely wonderful about your main man taking a moment to love on your passions?], I replied, “Oh. 2. Only 2 parts.” So, first I must apologize to all of you who wondered – How many…
Rachel’s 2014 Trend Predictions: Part 1

We can never know what the future will hold. However, I feel confident in saying…2014 will bring great design. I am so excited and joyful about the clients I am currently working with. There are fabulous updates & remodels happening right in the Norfolk area! Now is the time (in stores & at home), where we just packed away our Christmas decorations, and we’re ready for something new. From a refresh, to a rearrange, to…
Trend Love: Neutral on Neutral

I have been oohing & aahing over this trend for quite some time… I literally have an entire Pinterest board committed to it. Feel free to ooh & aah over it here. I’m calling it: “Neutral on Neutral”. Which essentially means you won’t see any pops of color throughout the space. Just layer upon layer of neutral colors. [countryliving.com] The look just oozes timelessness. You could add/change colors throughout the…
Southwest Style: Translates Well for Fall

Things I love about Southwestern design… Warm color. Dark metal. Knotty wood. Sharp patterns. Leather. Intense texture. Rustic Basement by Atlanta Architects & Designers Peace Design Eclectic Family Room by New York Interior Designers & Decorators Thom Filicia Inc. Traditional Entry by Santa Fe Interior Designers & Decorators Jennifer Ashton, Allied ASID Think: sunny yellow, terra cotta orange, and cactus…
Rachel’s Favorite: Fall Decorating Trends for 2013

Ooh wee! I love being busy – but as many of you can tell, my blog has suffered because of it. I sincerely apologize for my lack of posts lately. I just created a post schedule for October, so I’m hoping to keep up with it a little bit better. Thank you to everyone who reads my blog – I love hearing comments & having conversations with people who have seen things on my blog!…
Fall 2013 Trend: Cats

Elle Décor calls out one of Fall 2013’s most unexpected trends: cats. I had definitely noticed the “cat trend” in fashion. Interiors often follow fashion trends, so perhaps it’s not so surprising to see cats making their way into our home décor. I am so amused and intrigued by the idea, I had to dig a little deeper into this feline phenomena!Here are some interiors that incorporate cats… Eclectic Bedroom Eclectic Home…