MadeByGirl

April 15, 2008

Glimpse into my home...

Here's a peek at some of the rooms in my home. I'm still decorating the other areas like the guest bedrooms and the master bathroom as well as my office. I'm always curious to see where others call home, so I thought I'd share mine with you. Please feel free to leave your comments. (P.S.) The walls in my room are not black, the color is actually called "Turet Stair" by Ralph Lauren. Its like a dark chocolate brown with a slight wine tone.


(Above- my vintage chalkboard I bought from Blue Bell Bazaar)


(Above- my dining room )

(Above- my french Provincial Sofa in my Main living room)

(Above: DIY- Bookshelf in main living room area)


(Above -Family room above mantle)

(Above-chair in my bedroom with one of my Love Candy Prints (Grapefruit)

(Above: the 'Romeo & Juliet' painting I made, at the top of the stairs).

(Above: more art in my kitchen- Blogs & Tea print from my shop).

(Below- NEW main living room)


Above: Breakfast Nook in my kitchen. Rug: West Elm Lighting: Crate & Barrel

Above: My magazine wall in my kitchen



(Above L to R: Dresser in master bedroom and small downstairs guest bathroom)


(Above Guest bedroom upstairs).

(Above- Art wall in dining area)

(Above- my 2 foo dogs and my 2 boxers)


(Above) The 2 cushions in the center are from Pier 1 Imports & the Elk cushion is from 'Feed The Dog' an Australian Etsy shop!


(Above -my Family room)
(Above- Frames clock in family room)

(Above - Family room)


(Above- Master Bedroom)

Above- Darla, my boxer, in my main livingroom.

(My Manhattan Print by Ork Posters)

(Above my home office)

(Above My desk/work space)
(Above- in my office)



(Above- My office/ a section of my studio area)


(Above- main living room sofa) Cushions from L to R: Pier 1, IKEA, Anthropologie, Pier1)


(Above- my dining table- bought at a local consignment shop)

(Above entry to kitchen)



(Above chalkboard in corner area of my kitchen)

(ABOVE: My backyard Patio)

**PLEASE feel free to feature my home on your blog, but please link back to my blog. Thanks!**

128 comments:

Marina said...

Jen, your home sweet home is so beatiful! I really love the second bedroom, with the "wall paper patchwork" behind de little desk!
Love it!
really inspires me!

beijos,

Marina

Stephanie said...

Hello Jen!

Your home is so cool looking!! I really like that mirror in your bathroom as well as the quilt on the wall. Looks great, thanks for sharing.

Dariela said...

Hi Jen! I always read your blog but never commented before.
WOW! really cool! Thanks for sharing! I think your design is very bold and you are not afraid of taking risks! I love it and I wish I could design my home like that... I am a graphic designer but I get really picky with my decoration to the point I just don't do anything until I'm 100% sure of what I want, it then takes soooo long! ...Sorry for the long comment. Your post inspired me to keep going on my home!!!

aimee heff said...

Love the wall colors! You have great taste.

Beadale Photography said...

Ahhh you did post some pics of your place. I love your eclectic style. Very cool and sooo neat!

Erika - Urban Grace said...

Jen, it's so YOU! And that is FABULOUS! Not like I really "know" you... but in blogland I do... so that counts right? Great house!!!!

eRiCa said...

seriously digging your home! Such great taste and love the popping color!

Sara Jane said...

Thanks for opening up your home! I need you to come to Charlotte ASAP and help me decorate mine. Perhaps I need to order a LOVE print for my room! Your style is so fun and funky, yet livable! So super cute!

Sté said...

Your home is so beautiful.

Ellmania said...

Your home is so creative and colourful. Just Lovely! The painting with a quote from Romeo and Juliet made me really happy, love the idea and your blog as well!

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Kristin said...

lovely! :)

and so tidy!

Marcia V. of Precious Style Blog said...

You have such a unique eye, Jennifer and the result is amazing. Thanks for letting us into your home.

Melissa Lewis-Off The Wall said...

BEAUTIFUL!!!! I love all the colors you have through out! I love the painted white chair in the last picture:)

SimplyGrove said...

All of these rooms are lovely!!! Good job Jennifer!!!

belinda graham said...

Gorgeous! I love the pops of colour and want to steal your coffee table! Was that one of your designs? Did I read you designed them at one stage? Thanks for sharing x

www.renovateanddecorate.blogspot.com
www.reallivingmag.com.au

karey m. said...

two words...

gor. juss.

love it. not surprised how happily and elegantly bright it is, either.

Jennifer Ramos said...
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Jennifer Ramos said...

Hi Dariela,
Thanks so much for reading my blog...!
Sometimes I'm afraid to take risks within my home but its just a wall or a piece of furniture for the most part. You can always change it. Also I found out that unless you do it you don't always know what it will ACTUALLY look like. Unless you design it in CAD or some other program... :) I say go for it, start with a small room like a bathroom and be a little daring...

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hiya Crystal, glad to see you back ; )
Yes i remember you mentioning something about more of my home etc.. so here it is. There should be more to come...

Jennifer Ramos said...

Erika....its funny how we all correspond here in BLOGLAND as you call it...its great! Thanks!

Jennifer Ramos said...

Sara-
Thats too funny...! I'll be right over ha!
I'm actually still in the process of finishing my Interior Design degree, but its all good fun. : )

Jennifer Ramos said...

ellmania... oooh the Romeo and Juliet. I really am in LOVE with that painting i did, although there is a small typo on it i think...oh well...

Jennifer Ramos said...

your welcome Marcia!

Jennifer Ramos said...

Melissa....the painted white chair was a recent project I attacked, it was a lot of fun and i will be taking it with me to the stationery show. : )

Jennifer Ramos said...

Belinda,
YES...the coffee table is one of my designs. Its such a cool and interesting piece and looks so much nicer in person. It gets lots of nice compliments from friends...

Tizzalicious said...

Wow, your house looks absolutely fantastic, and so big!

Dianna said...

looks really nice! i never would have thought to paint a bedroom wall black, but it looks fabulous. loving all of your colors!

heather said...

I like your bathroom. what did you use on the wall?
And I love the look of your living room. the coffee table, the chairs, couch, and that mirror are fantastic together.

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hey Dianna,
The room is actually painted in a Ralph Lauren paint called " Turet Stair"

Its not black but more a dark chocolate with a hint of wine color to it. Its such a soothing color to sleep with at night.

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hi Heather,
What I have on the wall is just pieces of a New Martha Stewart scrap paper line that just came out, They sell them at Michaels craft store....and i just placed them together onto the wall to form a patchwork-like wallpaper. I purposely left the bottom undone...to give it a more unique look.

S.HOPtalk said...

Jennifer:

Your house is so you...I love it. Lots of lovely color and your keen eye for great design really shows throughout. My favorite piece is your recently refreshed chair (in the last pic). But really, it's all yummy! Thanks for sharing.

xo
~suzanne

MUSTHAVS said...

love the red painting!!!
been reading your blog for a while, very cool content!!

Vain and Vapid said...

Wow, your home is lovely! So sunny and cheerful. Great job...

Vain and Vapid said...

Wow, your home is lovely! So sunny and cheerful. Great job...

Di Overton said...

BEAUTIFUL

Maryam in Marrakesh said...

Loving those flag pillows! Where are they from?

Alkemie said...

Jen, the Union jack pillows are to die for! I absolutely LOVE that you did the room in Black and put in bright pillows and pictures. WOW! Love IT!! I also love that white chair in front of the colorful wall. Thanks for showing us a glimpse of your wonderful home!

Karen

yvonne said...

i love your place! it's girly and detailed, yet not cluttery and still airy.

i'm a photographer, and i find inspiration in your blog everyday. thanks!

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hi Maryam,
The union jack pillows are by Karen Hilton Designs...you can search for her on ETSY. : )

If you don't find it let me know.

Jennifer Ramos said...

YOu're welcome Alkemie....this was so much fun to do..and so glad so many people liked my home.

amigobahia said...

Hey lady I love the way you have added more colors to your home, it's looking so Fab!!!
I will need to bring back some chic Brazilian items for you next time as well, with tiny splashes of sexy flair.
xoxo
Julissa

karina said...

Your home is fantastic!!
I do not like black walls but you use it so well that now i am thinking about paint my bedroom in black.

NEW YORK MUHTARI said...

You have a great style and I love the bold color.

Hey I also happen to have the same mirror :-)) love it. (got it from a church sale for $ 12)

.caroline armelle. said...

very cute!
love all the empty frames! i've been meaning to do something like it! so cute!
love all your stuff in your shop by the way.
great blog!

Alya said...

your home is so colorful and cute!

ppdesigns said...

you have a gorgeous home! i love it all!

Jennifer Ramos said...

Thanks Caroline, The empty frames were just too plain so I had to add the Painting....and it made the space really pop! I love it.... : )

{this is glamorous} said...

Jennifer--it was great to get a glimpse into your home! Your living room with the soft light is so warm and inviting!

Ace K said...

Hi,
Love those bedroom colors, I am redecorating soon and got a couple of great ideas from your blog and the pics on it, thanks :)

ciao

Maria in MI said...

What does the large red canvas say in the background of the last picture? I love it all, and am especially drawn to words as art....curious to know what it says. Everything is so vibrant and young!

Penny said...

Hi,
I love your office space! it is very similar to mine, although I don't have that wonderful file section in the middle. What a great looking and practical idea!!
I am only new at blogging. I have just recently started my new online business..."MiniStyle" children's lifestyle boutique and am always on the look out for fabulous new products and inspiration.
Thank you.
Penny (from Australia) www.ministyle.com.au

wooden furniture said...

nice picture

Karah said...

i absolutely love your style. i love how much mix colors & design themes!

best wishes in all your creative endeavors!

karah:)

www.bellabykarah.com

CeeKay said...

great,great design!! i loooove it *-*
really.GREAT xD
best wishes from germany.

Jennifer Katherine said...

So much fun!!!

Amy from Texas said...

Thanks for sharing your home. It's just beautiful and so simple. I love the splashes of color.

Velvet and Linen said...

Jen,
Your home is beautiful!
I love your guest room. I'm ready to stay!
The splashes of color against a more neutral palette is just my style.
Your artwork on your mantle is perfection.
I could go on and on but that would leave little room for others to comment.
Thank you for sharing your home with us.

xo
Brooke

Anonymous said...

thost amazing house EVER...your soooooooooooooo creative!!
www.bleedinlove.wordpress.com

Jeanneoli said...

Your house is just beautiful! I hope you share more photos when the other rooms are completed. Adore your livingroom.

CHIC Sensibility... said...

I love your unique style, your home looks great. Thanks for sharing.

Clementine said...

Lovely lovely! Thanks for a glimpse lovley lady! x

parisapartment said...

Stunning! So chic and unique! Thanks for the peek into your life, I love your workspace, well, all of it really!

Jena Lepitzki said...

I love your {colourful} office!

Lilpixie said...

Your home is fabulous and your blog is so inspirational! I love hanging art on my walls mainly my own paintings and paintings by my fiance it adds a really personal touch I think

wiyomu said...

Hi Jen, I've been following your blog for a while now... your place is awesome! :) I love the smaller patterned pillows in the upstairs guest bedroom. Can you please share where they're from? :)

Thanks,
Wiyomu
http://wiyomu.etsy.com

~S~ said...

Beautiful home! I love your chalkboard, I have been looking for one just like it for a while! Also, where is your coffee table from? (the one in your main living room?)

-S

p.s. I would love to feature your home on my blog!
http://heywelikethis.blogspot.com/

Trendy Closet said...

I really like the pictures of your home. It is light and fresh, very design but homey at the same time...Very few prople actually achieve this. AND I am also a big fan of Jack the flag!!!

Julie at BV said...

Love your home.

India Hearne said...

Omg i LOVE your house!! I just started following your blog and it is SO cute. I LOVE the stuff that you make! I hope you can follow my blog!

Blog Artists said...

Am now an avid follower of your blog...oh what a glorious place to live, absolutely stunning!

Pearl said...

I love your art display above the dining room table. That is such a great idea! Beautiful!

wiyomu said...

Thanks for the reply, Jen. :) They're really cute, too bad they were sold three years ago. :(

bentley said...

I just came across your blog from desire to inspire. your home and blog are so inspiring. we just moved into a new home so im always searching for good inspiration. thank you!

caprice diyari said...

Your home sweet home is so beatiful!I love it

erin said...

i love your taste in design..i have the same exact mirror in my bathroom! awesome job

Anonymous said...

it is obvious that you luv your home. love the quirky touches that shows your personality.

Dubbs said...

Loved loved your home!!Especially your master bedroom...Also love the vintage chalkboard--gorgeous!
Just one question--where did you get those boots you're wearing in the main photo???
please let us know

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hello DUBBS:
I got the boots from SAM Edelman...like 2 years ago. I liked them sooo much I bought two pairs (diff colors) and get so many compliments. I don't know if they sell this style anymore, although they should. They are very comfy too!

tchyrel said...

i love your home! i'm new to reading your blog (actually I'm new to reading blogs in general), and i was just wondering where you got all of your awesome pillows from? is there one store that you gravitate to for buying pillows? any recommendations would be great, thanks!

Viv said...

Oh Jen this is wonderful! You've such a great eye. I love the way you can place colour together and it looks great.

I've posted about your home on my blog.

THANK YOU so much for including my two prints on your wall. I'm so honoured to be amongst these other fabulous artists!

You've inspired me to get cracking on decorating my studio. The drab grey concrete walls aren't very inspiring at the moment.

Viv xx
www.ishandchi.com
www.ishandchi.etsy.com

Leigh said...

THANK YOU!! I have not seen it yet, thank you for the link. Your home is amazing and I am so happy to be a part of it, :) I am posting this up, I need to send you a photo as well of my LOVE poster, I get a ton of compliments. I will do that soon.

Thank you for my vote as well, so excited.

She Can't Decide said...

oh so lovely! I posted about your sweet sofa and pillows on my blog!

xo

Un samedi said...

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Faizan said...

Jen, you have an absolutely wonderful house! I'd love to live there hehe!

Lola B. said...

love your style and your cute boxer too! I have two, aren't they fun!!! Where did you get the initials that hang on the wall in your office? I would love to get some for my store!
www.lolabonline.com

Jennifer Ramos said...

LOLA B: I actually got those wooden letters at WALMART. Then I painted them in a turquoise blue paint. I think you can also get them at Michaels craft store or Joannes.

J. Cochran said...

I really like your style! This has given me a lot of inspiration for my own house.

J said...

WOW! Your house is exquisitely decorated! And very inpsiring! I absolutely love what you have done with it! The frame clock is amazing! Very chic.

Tiffany said...

I found your blog for the first time today! I saw your etsy store and love it. Do you ever sell your shakespear painting???? I would love to have it!

love, madi said...

i love your house! very nice interior designing and i love all the wall hangings!

LenkaLovee said...

you have a gorgeous home! :]
i love the master bedroom.
and you have some amazing works of art! :]

elle moss said...

love how fresh it all feels :)

I need to know...where did you get your sofa and dining room chairs?

ScrappyTime.com said...

Your rooms have given me so much inspiration!

harlequins party said...

I just found your blog. Your house shots are amazing! I've fallen in love!! Ripping of ideas as i type. Thanks so much for some beautiful inspiration.

Kristina with a K said...

Beautiful home!!

I've got to ask: What brand/color paint is that in your office? I adore it!

MissKarenAshley said...

I love your art wall in your dining room. How did you decide to put it all together? I've been messing with different ideas and frames and sizes but can't seem to commit.

Rain said...

Jennifer, your home is adorable! So stylish & clean. It could be a photoshoot in a home magazine! I especially like the wall in the dining room, the clock with the frames, your guest bathroom...ehm I like a lot! Good luck with your blog! xoxo

Kelly said...

Hi Jennifer, love your blog & home - often refer to it when i need a little inspiration!

Just wondering where you got the black and white manhattan print that i love from? thanks!

Jennifer Ramos said...

Hi Kelly:
THANKS!

i GOT THE Manhattan print at Orkposters.com

Jro said...

great blog. stumbled upon it a few weeks ago. tried leaving a comment put don't see it on here so i'll try again. your style is very tasteful. i love the manhattan poster, as i'm from there. one other thing. wanted to know where you got your french provincial sofa. love it! best of luck with your blog and biz!!

mademoisellemode said...

Are you English? I see so many union jacks in your house, but no American flags?? So I assume perhaps you're not American??
I'm an American living in London and I miss the American flag and everything it stands for... truly the BEST country on earth :]

beena la bella said...

I am deeply in love with your Office space! :) I am a aspiring Fashion editor and I am working on my office space as of now which is in my room too. Your style of decor is pure GENIUS!. Clean and Colorful. I love it !!!


When ever you have time check out my blog. I am new to the blog scene and would love to hear you feedback :)
http://beenalabella.blogspot.com/

Jennifer Ramos said...

MADEMOISELLE:
No, not English...just happen to adore the Union Jack and I also made some cards in various colors ...so decided I;d like the theme in my home too. +++ I want to go to London ONE DAY SOOON!

Chic Chocolate said...

You've got wonderful style!! Your home is beautiful!!

umama said...

luv the wall clock!!!

meg manion silliker said...

your home is stunning. it's obvious you have quite a style! love all the pillows - but i mostly love your personal touches all around - a vase here, print here, now i must check out your etsy shop because your prints are fantastic! blog + tea! what else is there!!!! [perhaps a good design mag] i just may have to post your home on my blog because it's so great!! have a wonderful day.

Cathy said...

u have a great style ! good taste! i love so much :) thx for sharing!

Toni said...

What a fresh inviting space you have. Love the dining room wall! I do have a question, your patio looks a lot like mine, what do you have overhead covering it? I need to do that to mine so I can keep it fresh. We get a lot of wind and rain here.

ellesappelle said...

Thanks for your comment. You have such a pretty blog and your home is beautiful - very inspiring!

b is for brown said...

i so love your home. just love it to pieces. i have a question...
I have the same ORK poster of Manhattan and cannot find the proper frame for it. Of course, I could get it custom framed but its not in my budget to pay 250 right now. Did you custom frame yours or do you have any advice for me??? Thank you so much!!!!

sinem said...

I love your home very much. So lovely. Your home is full of art I like it.

Lexibrookie said...

Awww, I love your place!! So nice! It looks so relaxing! I love your sofa! I will be placing some orders from you as soon as I re-do my lil ones room b/c her name is Brooklyn and I noticed the Brooklyn prints on your site!

Tayana said...

I love your blog, your work and your ideas. I am from Brasil and every time I came here I get calm and happy.

from/; www.coresdetay.blogger.com

maureen said...

sooo chic! where have i been? i just came across ur blog & started following u! glad to see somebody truly following their dreams ( alittle cliche but true!). i'm doing the same & inspired by people like u!

Amrita said...

Jennifer,
Love the pictures, may I ask where you got that mouse pad from?
Amrita

Kirti said...

Gosh, you are so talented! I'm so glad I stumbled upon you!

Hygge Nook said...

What a beautiful home, so inspiring. I love all the Union Jacks throughout!

Sarah said...

LOVE the frame clock, LOVE the home office, LOVE the chalkboard, LOVE it ALL!

Brooke Ahana said...

Goodness - it's huge! We live in a one bedroom condo so that looks rather luxurious. I enjoy seeing how you put it together and feature all your work throughout. A a painter I finally decided to hang the many 100's of paintings I have all over the house! I'll make sure to let you know when I finally blog about our living space (one husband and one small dog). I'll do it like you did and put it as a side bar for people to visit! You are my new favorite inspiration.

beena la bella said...

hello again, :)

I been meaning to ask you where did you get your white desk chair from?. I absolutely adore it!

Thanks again,
beena la bella

Anonymous said...

muy bonita tu casa, hermosa! :) me gustan las paredes con los cuadros.. I cud live there! :)
Regards (saludos)
Natalia from Mexico!

under the olive tree said...

I love your home, so well done. Love the cushions and particularly all your artwork.
Hayley

Ashleigh, 'illusiveprint' said...

Your home is perfection! I adore the art throughout - especially in the kitchen! Im also in love with the dresser in the master bedroom! Great job!!

illusiveprint.blogspot.com

keli * said...

your clock is fabulous! i love the style of your entire place. you are a definite inspiration :)

Mapiurka said...

Jennifer, you have a really beautifull home!
Love your living, dinning and office and all..the colours and details, it's calm, warm and sophisticated!
Thank you for sharing!

pd: if you like my blog, we can change links (sorry my english)
http://mapiurka.blogspot.com/

Tammy Tant said...

That may be the most awesome clock idea I've ever seen ! I love your breakfast nook.

{lorelailette♚} said...

man alive! My heart skipped a beat when i saw you're home! It's truely inspiring! It is definitely the home i want to have one day!

Thank you for sharing!!

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