Another Project: Floating Cabinets...

I've been on another CRAZE, trying to figure out what we'll be adding next to our main dining room table. A credenza? A sideboard? WHATEVER you want to call it, we haven't found it! After looking through several sites & realizing we weren't going to find something long enough & affordable - we came to a conclusion........

let's freakin' try IKEA. 
 

During my hunt, I had come across a shelf in this Greektown loft on Apartment Therapy. I was impressed at how brilliantly Andreas (the owner) used the Akurum shelving system - and thought, why not? I love a floating cabinet...

We've made the order through a company called MODERNLV - They actually pick up your IKEA furniture for  you for about 20% of the total cost. Basically - it's cheaper than ordering it online & maybe even driving there yourself. 

 Now, I'm speaking for those of US who DO NOT have an IKEA in our state...like Nevada. So lame. Anyway, it's ordered & I'm looking forward to showing you what it looks like up.
 

As for my plan...I bought enough shelving so that it would extend about 2 feet passed the painting on each side.

Do you think that was a smart move on my behalf? Or should I have extended the cabinets from wall to wall instead?? 

Have you ever installed floating cabinets before in your home??

below: our place - shot this picture while standing in the kitchen.

For those of you interested - here's a cool DIY on how to install a floating IKEA cabinets.

-top 2 images via apartment therapy

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Kelly Wearstler is Fashion....

I think I'm OBSESSED with Kelly Wearstler's style. She's an Interior Designer who is now adding Fashion Designer to her resume....too cool. When I look at her - I see FASHION. From her home, her wardrobe & now her new collection.  

I SWEAR I visit her blog, My Vibe My Life every other day to see if there are any updates! She's got the coolest outfits & home accessories - oh.... & I can't forget all the super cool clutches! Did you see them yet?!?

I'm soooo looking forward to seeing her collection in person, which include clothes, jewelry, clutches, and scarves! Heck....maybe I'll come across them on my next trip to L.A. because I doubt they'll have anything here in Las Vegas...or will they?!?

Below: Kelly's ready-to-wear & accessory mini boutiques in Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus & Holt Renfrew.

Tell me...what do you think of Kelly's new collection?? Do you like??




-images via my vibe my life

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Two Little Girls, One Pretty Room...

Kristy from Houston Texas who runs a cool DIY blog called Libbie Grove Design shared these pics with me not long ago. She had purchased the Love Candy print in Cotton Candy & finally got around to hanging it in her daughters' room! 

They loved it! I love how all the pinks mesh together so nicely don't you? 

It seems every aspect of the design was thought out carefully....from the pink ceiling to the ART on the walls! This is definitely a space little girls can enjoy! Thanks Kristy for sharing with all of us!

For those of you interested in the same Love candy print, we can custom make this color for you!  However, we also have a grapefruit color that's just as pretty! See below...available at Made By Girl.

-images of room via libbie grove design blog

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Adding More to my Closet...

What an amazing & long weekend that was! How was it for you?? Not long enough???? 

Well, we managed to get a DIY project out of the way that we had been putting aside for quite some time.

My master closet had a section that was left undone - and had that AWFUL wire rack...STILL! So, we decided it was time to build it up & add more storage. We are 99% done except for one shelf - because all the wood at Home Depot wasn't that great, so hopefully this weekend we'll have it done!  


 Here's what it looked like before - I'll post pics when completely done! 

-image by jen ramos

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Your Weekend..

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NYC Vacation, Hassles, Flights & More...

So excited that it's Friday & we have a loooong weekend, aren't you? Any plans??

The past few days we've been trying to schedule our trip to NYC using Expedia, which was a NIGHTMARE. It seems that when we selected our flight + hotel package, they would give us a discount during checkout only to take it back when you finally hit enter!! MAKES NO SENSE. We did that about 5 times & still the same thing happened!!
 

We even called customer service only to have the guy tell us the same thing, but with no real explanation why it was happening. So, I finally tweeted about it & thanks to jewelry designer, Elsa Corsi who referred me to Last Minute Travel , our trip is now booked! I have to say, booking with Last Minute Travel was very smooth & the price you got was the price you paid. 

Originally we were looking for apt. rentals in NYC for 10 days - and visited sites like VRBO & Homeaway.

After writing to about 5 property owners & getting NO RESPONSE, we decided these sites weren't for us! It made no sense to me... So, on we went & booked our trip!

 

After all this back & forth, we'll be staying at the Marcel at Gramercy. Any of you stay there before??
 

This will be in October- so I'll have to tell you what our experience was with this hotel at that point. In fact, I'll blog while I'm there! Can't wait to visit my family as well!

So, please share where you stay when you travel to NYC? Did you rent an apt. or a hotel? Did you use sites like VRBO? What was your experience like?? 

I'd love for all of YOU to share your experience!!

-images via Marcel at Gramercy

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Quick Pic...

-via my twitter

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GOLD is Sooo In....

Hey you guys, how are you all?? 


My week has been SO stressful, trying to book a place in NYC & getting some airfare amongst other things! But let's get back to the fun stuff.....
 

I LOVE GOLD. BUT, I used to HATE it. Well, when I was in my early 20's I'd only wear silver. Back in my day I used to see gold as LOUD & not-so-classy, but not anymore! In fact, I started wearing gold around the same time Sara Jessica Parker appeared on SATC wearing her gold horseshoe necklace!!! She inspired me.


Now we see it all over... GOLD is in everything these days from home decor, jewelry, wallpaper, artwork & more! In fact it's one of the key colors I use in my paintings on Cocoa & Hearts!

So, it's safe to say, GOLD is very much in trend & I now own more gold than silver jewelry, who knew?!? Some of my favorite gold jewelry this season is by Vince Camuto. Have you seen his newest pieces?!? Oh my gosh! It's super nice & super affordable too!!

 Also, since GOLD is soooo in trend.... I decided it was time to step it up a notch & make some gold LOVE prints as well! Here's another peek!


I briefly mentioned the prints last week & have already received many inquiries & phone calls asking when they'll be available!!! They're HOT! 

Coming soon to Made By Girl.

So what do you think....is Gold hot or not??

- love print image by jen ramos

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Interiors By Francesca....

I love designers who LIKE to do "affordable luxury" - such as New York designer, Francesca Herrera. 

Let's face it...not everyone can afford to hire a designer - so it's always nice to know that if we CAN, we may not have to spend a million dollars to have our home look good! 
 

Francesca is a native New Yorker, so for all you New York people, she's ready to design for you!!

I like how she says on her site, " I don't follow trends. I let my clients’ passions and interests dictate the emotion and feel of the home. Ultimately, I design homes that progress over time and reflect my clients’ ever- evolving lifestyles.” 

That's something I wish I could do more often, NOT follow TRENDS in my own home! You see, as good as it looks at the moment, the problem with trends in the home is you HAVE to keep changing things out! 

So, using items that are classic & timeless is a BIG plus! Wish I could afford more of those TIMELESS items!!

Anyhow, Francesca's portfolio is gorgeous - and the minute I saw it, I knew I wanted to share it with all of you! My FAVORITE is of the entryway....the large photograph of the white horse, the built in cabinets against the white walls looks flawless. The entryway is so calming....I can imagine entering this home & just wanting to stay awhile. 

Again, please check out Francesca's full portfolio on her site, Interiors By Francesca.

 

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European Inspiration...

A little Tuesday inspiration....I found this home on bolaget & am now daydreaming of taking a trip abroad. Anyone else feel the same after looking at  gorgeous European homes???

This one in particular was so amazing...from all the details on the ceilings, the super tall thin doors & the black & white checkered floors. 

So many of us will probably NEVER walk into a home like this in our lifetime - perhaps that's why we're so drawn to them right?? 

Daydreaming...

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