Sunday, July 28, 2013

Putting it all together
or
What's the difference between eclectic and a "hodge podge"?

Mixing patterns, textures and colors isn't that hard - but where to begin? Well - first take a look at what you already own that you like. Pick a few key pieces. What colors are you attracted to? Let's say that you have a few yellow things you like. What works with yellow you ask? - well take a look at this lovely room that features a sunny, warm palette.

Quite a few different shades of yellow here, some browns, some limes and oranges. Ah ha - it's not so very simple but it's not that hard either. When you don't have a lot of money to spend on things - choose a palette. Find a paint color or colors and stick with it! Find a picture you like and work from that.

I chose this one below - lots of lovely warm tones that create a room full of sunshine. Then I searched through my Etsy favorites by color to asssemble this collection. You can do it too! Etsy helps you do some of the hard work of searching by enabling you to search by color, style and subject. I found all the things below on Etsy - after I'd found the room picture. Go ahead! Give it a try!









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Sunday, July 14, 2013

Hello, all! I'm so excited to be here with you at Glass Paper Scizzors today with a guest post from Arcadian Home blog. It's a fantastic place to find interior design inspiration including great decorating ideas for everything from beautiful coastal wall art to a tropical ceiling fan for beach house rooms and outdoor spaces. Todayís topic is summertime blues. Whether you have a beach cottage to decorate or just want to bring that lovely seaside vibe to your home far from the coast, we hope youíll be inspired by some of our favorite rooms infused with summertime blues. Please enjoy! ~ Mari Summertime Blues
This pretty blue and white built-in nook is perfect for reading and enjoying the view at the shore
or in the city. Not a seashell in sight, this one has a cool coastal vibe with only its soft blue hues. Summertime Blues
Another, not so overt beachy look, this girlís bedroom and study area is infused with ocean colors,
from pale blue on the ceiling to stormy hues in the contemporary rug.
This space would also make a great guest room. Summertime Blues
And now, we have a quintessential coastal look on this beach cottage porch. From washed
driftwood color on the floor to sky blue on the board ceiling, this one is a beach beauty for sure.
Bring on the decorative trays filled with iced tea and snacks for a perfect lazy summer afternoon. Summertime Blues
Filled with ocean colors, this feminine bedroom design would be gorgeous in a chic coastal cottage. Itís so appealing and perfect for the pampered seaside visitor. Summertime Blues
A modern cottage kitchen is lovely in white and soft blue. Itís beautiful with cottage charm and the latest kitchen appliances for easy living. Summertime Blues
Stylish blue furnishings and tabletop dÈcor in this open to the outdoors living room are no competition for the view that stretches from sand dunes and beach grass out to the ocean beyond. Summertime Blues
What a sweet little boyís room this is. With boats sailing down the hallway just outside the door, coastal stripes on the walls and little swing arm wall lamps for bedtime stories, this space is seaside perfection. Summertime Blues
The walls and ceiling of this seaside bath with a view almost seem to be a reflection of the water itself. This one is truly a summertime blues dream come to life. What do you think about these summertime blues? Let us know in the comments below and visit our blog for more home accessories, lighting, and interior inspirations!