Tobi Fairley Design Camp and Benjamin Moore Paint Packages; Time To VOTE!

I was so excited to write this post that I uploaded my photo and accidentally published it!  

(for those of you that received just a photo)

Here's what I want to tell you...

If you follow me even just a little bit you know that Interior Designer 

Tobi Fairley is one of my role models...right?

You may also know that I do a lot of my work on Olioboard as well...yes?

Oh, and I LOVE color.  So I'm a little crazy about paint...YA! 

*vote* (my contest entry, Snob Interior Design Office) *vote*

I don't think there's a better combination than the current contest on Olioboard right now!!!

A chance to attend a Tobi Fairley Design Camp...I WANT TO GO!

As soon I received my email for this contest I was on my computer and the very first entry!  Honestly, I was.

It's so easy to vote, just create an account on Olioboard (it's FREE).  You do not have to create boards if you don't feel like it, just follow community members and occasionally comment on their designs or not.  You will be amazed, members from all over the world!  One of my favorite members is from India, a designer and she is amazing.  

So now I am asking you kindly, please please *vote* for me. 

Click on the Olioboard icon below to vote!

I am so grateful, thank you!

Just in case you would like to attend Tobi's camp but rather than entering the contest, you can sign up right here...

Enjoy the rest of your week and remember to *vote*!

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THRIFT FINDS FOR VINTAGE REVIVAL AND AN OLIOHOP ROOM REDO

I have to begin by saying what an amazing ride on Monday!

So much fun participating in the Olioboard OlioHop, focus Fashion+Decor. A big THANK YOU to Olioboard and their wonderful team for inviting me to be a part of the October OlioHop!

Here is the final room design I came up with for my theme (The Seven Year Itch/Everything Old Is New Again/Dior).

It's funny the direction design/art can take while in process.  This look was not what I had in mind. A bit more feminine than I planned.  But that's okay, I still like it.  

I took the same space...

...Room Redo!

Changed the wallpaper, chair, few tables, rug and accessories. Left out the pink and a completely different feel. 

You have to see all of the participating posts.

Very talented group!

http://www.apartment34.com/2012/10/fashion-decor-with-oliohop/ 

http://design-magnifique.com/2012/10/08/fashion-decor-oliohop/ 

http://www.eurostylelighting.com/modern-inspiration/b/blog/archive/2012/10/08/olioboard-blog-hop_3a00_-fashion-_2b00_-decor.aspx 

http://www.lampsplus.com/info-center/b/blog/archive/2012/10/08/fashion-decor-mood-boards-with-olioboard.aspx 

http://www.lifeinaventicup.com/2012/10/east-week-glamour-fashion-decor-oliohop.html 

http://materialgirlsblog.com/chicago/2012/10/08/fashionista-for-the-home/  

http://www.nyclq-focalpoint.blogspot.com/2012/10/looking-ahead-spring-2013-fashion-decor.html || 

http://pocketfullofcolors.blogspot.com/2012/10/fashion-decor-oliohop-with-robin-maria.html http://www.selmahammer.com/blog/?p=29628590553    

Next subject.

So much I want to write about, my mind is spinning. So today I am going to focus on another kind of Redo, paint.  A topic I touched on in Monday's OlioHop.

  I am consistently preaching on how color can make one of the biggest impacts to a space when designing or decorating a room.  Same goes for your face, ha.

I've been a big fan of antiques and old/vintage items for many years.  So thrilled antiquing is back and even better!  Improved products and easy access to DIY (do-it-yourself) tutorials, too much fun!

Have you heard of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint TM?  I'm going to be bold and say it may be one of the greatest paint products out there!

Last week I went on a field trip to Shades Of Amber.  A wonderful store located in Monument, Colorado.

Husband and wife team, Brad and Amber Unfred, have been in business together for over eleven years.  Within the last two years they started selling Annie Sloan Chalk Paint TM.

For those that love to find beat up, discarded by the roadside, "I'm Free" furniture, this is the paint you have to have!!!

No prep necessary...well maybe cleaning and washing up a little.  But no sanding or priming necessary.

Really, I swear!

Have you seen these painted white words? 

They are painted right on the floor. 

Oh yes, outdoor furniture, no extra coats or sealants necessary.  The paint bakes right in with the sun.

This little red tricycle is adorable.  Also painted in Annie Sloan Chalkpaint TM. 

So many finishes and options, I don't even know them all yet. 

Loving the finish on this beautiful piece.

The crown molding too...

This chest is absolutely beautiful!  Words painted on the top as well.  Great price on this piece, it's probably sold since my visit.

Shades Of Amber has all of the tools needed.  Paint deck, books, the whole ball of wax.  Yes, the wax for the painted furniture too.

I am drooling over this hardware, great drawer pulls to replace on a recycled chest or desk drawer.

Paint fabric too.  Stenciling on the pillows, brilliant.

In need of an area rug? 

Shades Of Amber has you covered, the floor that is. 

Dash & Albert Rug Company.  Great selection to see, touch and choose from.

Another painted piece and more rugs.

Lovely accessories and pillows.

Vintage and twine.

This beautiful bed is covered in Pine Cone Hill.

Bedding, table linens, accessories & sleepwear.

More paint. 

Also available at Shades Of Amber, Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint. 

Rustic & old, yes?  

Finished with Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint.  You can get the very old/beat up look your going for in the color you desire.

Classes are offered in store monthly and you can link up to their blog link parties.  See what others around the world are painting! A giveaway is being offered right now... pre-Christmas issue of Jeanne d'Arc Living magazine.

If you're in the area, stop by and and say hello, shop for a while!

Not close enough, be sure to visit their site here... SHADES OF AMBER.

Finally...E-Design by Snob Interior Design is official.  Go to the E-Design Page for details.  Additional information will be posted in the next week.

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Paint Trick - Creating a Focal Point

Last week, I helped a client with exterior paint colors for her very cute house.  While I did not take pictures of her house (sorry, sometimes, I get so busy with the task at hand I forget to snap a picture), we did come up with a beautiful schedule. 

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The house is a ranch style combination of brick and sliding.  Also, the front door is set back into a covered area.  The current dark color on her front door makes the entire entry way blend into the house and go completely away.  

To make things even more interesting, the client has a bit of a dilemma - she really wants to paint the entire house (brick and siding), but it's cost prohibitive at the moment.  The siding and shutters are in need of painting, so they must be done now.  Also, her brick is a bit tricky.  It tends to make any beige/neutral turn peachy.

  So, we came up a plan she could implement in stages.  First, we selected a color for the siding and shutters.  We selected colors that work with the brick color but could be used (at a later date) as a whole house color, should she decide to paint the brick.

For the siding, we pulled BM - Sag Harbor Grey.  It has just enough grey to hold it's own next to the brick (no peachy here!).

For the shutters, BM - Dragon's Breath.  It's one of my favorite go to colors for shutters.  It is dark, but yet soft and sophisticated.  Just perfect for most applications where you need a black.  Also, in our case, the roof has a lot of brown, so a stark black (like BM Black Jack) would not have worked.

  Lastly, we selected a bright fun color for her front door.  Yelp.  That would be yellow.  This will brighten up the dark covered area and draw your eye to the entryway of her home (which, btw, is lovely and should be highlighted). 

BM - Sunbeam

Now, I know what you're thinking?!  Don't be afraid.  What sounds crazy, does not look crazy.  I promise. Here are a few inspiration images to give you the idea.

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This is very modern home which looks nothing like my client's house; but the front door is set back in a dark alcove like that of my client's.  Notice how the bright color works to lighten that spot and makes the front door pop.  This is the idea. 

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Here is another example of a front door that gets lost without a pop of color.  Yellow does the trick to instantly make it the focal point.

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I'm not suggesting that every house needs a yellow door.  But in some cases, it's just what the doctor ordered.  Especially, if you want to make a house sing!  M.

  

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