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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

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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love the look

I hope you're enjoying my new series "love the look" as much as I'm enjoying devising them for you!! I'm basically drawn to just about anything that's classic with an edge. Rooms, outfits, Men (ha) etc. etc.
I was inspired by the street scene picture, I love how the outfit is thrown off by the leopard. Below is a day and night version. (minus the leopard at night - if you're up for it, a small leopard clutch could work, but I envision it having a bit of a beaded detail)

Day : 1/2/3/4/5/6/7 * pixie or minnie pant from J.Crew pant are fab!

Evening: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7 * the pant looks much cuter on the model shot, check it out!

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Laurel Hardware

This is Laurel Hardware - a former hardware store which has been reincarnated into a restaurant and bar earlier this year. Located near Laurel Canyon in West Hollywood, this establishment has retain the old fashioned charm of the former store, while creating a homey spirit and fresh vibe with the new installation. Check out the amazing back courtyard and I love the contrast between the fresh white tiled eating area and the moody bar at the back. Designed by Sam Marshall, who is also known for his work on another Californian restaurant called Gjelina.
Photographs by Laure Joliet.

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Black, white & Red Christmas decoration

Have you started decorating your Christmas tree?
Mila and I did ours last weekend (you can see more photos on Instagram) and it will be a white & silver affair for us in London.
Since Lucas bite and broke all our baubles last year, I had to re-stock and for our entrance door, Mila picked up a very nice red berry wreath.
I have to admit I wasn't sure it would work on our pink door but it is twice this week, my daughter proves me wrong and I think it looks gorgeous on our door and our mantelpiece.
What do you think?
\\ More inspiration for a white Christmas
// More inspiration for a gold Christmas

Avez-vous commencé votre décoration de Noel?
Mila et moi avons fait la notre le weekend dernier (vous pouvez voir plus de photos sur Instagram) et cette année, nous faisons dans le blanc et argent à Londres.
Vu que le gros Lucas a mordu et cassé toutes nos boules l'année dernière, il a fallu que j'en rachète des tonnes et Mila a choisi une jolie couronne de baies rouges.
J'admets que je n'étais pas convaincue que le rouge vif conviendrait à notre porte d'entrée rose mais cela fait deux fois cette semaine que ma fille me prouve le contraire. Et au final, je trouve que cette couronne est juste magnifique sur notre cheminée et la porte d'entrée.
Qu'est ce que vous en pensez?
\\ Un peu d'inspiration pour un Noel blanc
// Un peu d'inspiration pour un Noel Or

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Feeling Blessed in the City

Yesterday, I ventured downtown via subway to check out the Art Gallery of Ontario with two of my classmates. We have an architectural analysis project in which we are required to visit a building in the city, experience it, sketch it, and photograph it. We chose the AGO for its stunning addition by Toronto-born architect Frank Gehry.
The Galleria Italia was most impressive:

If you guys are ever in the Toronto area, I highly recommend it! It's so exciting to have such a vibrant and creative community at my doorstep.
How lucky am I that one member of my group is an amazingly talented professional photographer?

Also, how lucky am I that the same classmate made the amazing gesture of an early Christmas present?:

Such a nice, sweet surprise. I am so grateful to have a friend like him in the big city where I'm away from my family and it's easy to occasionally feel alienated.

Lastly, how lucky am I that I found a permanent part time job here already?!
The past few weeks I've just been doing some 'temp' positions.
But now, I will be working at a 'big box' store as a flooring and decor sales associate.
Supporting myself throughout my education has always been a commitment of mine. I made it through one degree debt free with my own hard work. Here's hoping I can do it again!

The answer to my questions, SUPER lucky. I am so happy that God is blessing my life in so many little ways recently.
How have you been blessed lately?

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Bubbly Bar

Okay, stop me in my tracks! This styled bubbly bar was far too swoon worthy not to repost! It's over the top gorgeous and beautifully styled! And honesty right up my alley. (champagne, gold, sparkles and all) Pop over to 100 Layer cake blog for more yummy eye candy and the deets on the photo shoot, including all involved!! Damn I need to find a house so I can have a party!!!