Joss and Main + Jace Interiors = A Great Sale!

I was so excited when the Home Decor website Joss & Main asked me to curate a collection for their site. They came up with the theme "Something Borrowed, Something Blue" as a nod to the Jace Interiors philosophy of Design With What You Have and my upcoming wedding! It was such a fun experience going through their enormous catalog of goods to select 50 of my favorite pieces which was soon scaled back to 25.

 

Ashley put together this great mood board using pieces from the sale! I especially love how she added a wedding couple to the picture frame! Who knew folding chairs could be so stylish? I love the option above, it would easily fit into many room schemes!

 

I know we are all focused on holiday shopping and mine could be completed with these pieces, the discounted prices are just right!. The herringbone throw ($59) is so super cozy, the carafe and frame are both UNDER $20 and of course I will need to do a little shopping for myself so that blue lamp is all mine!

The Joss & Main collection is live until Thursday so please stop on over, their sales are really the best on the web! If you need an invitation just leave a comment with your email address. Thanks to Alexandra at Joss & Main for reaching out this has been such a great experience!

Giving Thanks to Blogging Friends

On this day before Thanksgiving (yes my favorite holiday...) I just wanted to take a brief time out to say thank you to some of my friends in the blogging world. In the last year I have become close to  these people who I now consider my "co-workers"! Twitter has introduced me to many of them and if I could hug the Big TW I would! Some of these blogs you might know but some might be new to you, please visit them and leave a comment saying hello, I know they would appreciate it! Putting out a daily blog might look easy but let me be the first to tell you it's not, the people below are some of the most hardworking creatives I know!

Cassandra - Coco + Kelley

Stacy - StacyStyle

Gretchen - Gretchen Aubuchon 

Erika Radiant Republic 

 Vitania - Verdi Gris Vie

Mackenzie  - Design Darling

Caitlin - Sacramento Street 

Amy -ABCD Designs

Erin - Apartment #34

Mally - Mally Skok Design
Stephanie - Sabbe Spot

Ashlina - The Decorista

 

 Christian - Maison 21

Raina - A Stylist Life

Meredith Heron - Sashay

Marcy Style Lesson
Camille - Camille Styles
Katie - Bogle Street

These are just a few of my favorites, if I was to add everyone the list would be pages long! Happy Thanksgiving Friends!

(images from House Beautiful, Living Etc, My Home Ideas)

Monday Morning Happy - Grateful for Creativity

Morning Friends!
This weekend I went to see my nephew perform in his first High School play. I might be biased but he was AMAZING! To see a young boy find his passion and exercise his creative mind...well I could not have been prouder! He had a pivotal role in the play and as I sat there I was reminded once again how incredibly important art programs are in High Schools. In today's era of cutting every special activity under the sun we should remember how vital art is to a child's upbringing. I thank my lucky stars daily that I had the opportunity to attend a public high school where there was such a strong focus on the arts. We had classes like drawing, photography, theater, 3 levels of graphic design and computer graphics (yes this was 20 yrs ago before schools even had computers!) right at our front door. Without these programs I wonder what type of field I would be in today. I am forever grateful for my amazing graphic design teacher Ms. Sullivan who taught me to look outside of what was right in front of me and to stretch my creative mind!

 

Above is one of my favorite quotes from the speech Amy Poehler (yes we graduated from the same High School!) gave at Harvard's graduation in the spring. Isn't it the truth? When we are young it is much easier to put yourself in the spotlight and flex that creativity even if it's not the popular thing to do. So stand up for the art programs in your community I promise you a child will someday thank you for it!

(image from this Pinterest board)

Color Time - Benjamin Moore Hancock Green

It's been months since I have posted a "Color Time" paint! With so many people sprucing up their homes for holiday guests I thought it would be the perfect time to bring it back. If you are not familiar with Color Time it is a post where I share images and the actual paint color in the room. This is not like other blogs that give you a suggestion of colors that would be close, I have researched and found the exact color in the room you see below! So go ahead peruse past posts and find that perfect shade for your room!

 

 
What do you think of Ben Moore's Hancock Green? would you use it in your house?

*Note: The above room is the actual paint color not just a resemblance of the color. As you can see above, the paint chip sample online looks different than what is in the actual room photo. When choosing paint for your own home never go by what you see online, the color will always be a tad different. I suggest picking up a small paint sample at the store and paint a color swatch in the actual room, than you will never be disappointed!

(image from Elle Decor, Adam Rolston)

Monday Morning Happy + House Proud!

There are many things I love about fall in New England but nothing more than the changing leaves! The colors are always so magical and I stand in awe of the beauty.

For some this magical feeling can suddenly turn to dread as they remember they need to actually rake those leaves but for me I enjoy the process. This weekend it was warm enough for me to enjoy being outside! We turned up the music and got to raking and 7 hours later we were done!

I absolutely love the way a yard looks after it has been cleared of all the leaves, the grass looks greener and everything feels so fresh! I also love the sense of accomplishment that comes with this hard work and how I feel "house proud" after! Some people save time and have the landscaper come and get rid of the leaves but for me I think I will enjoy the time outside and the exercise I get! Now once the snow comes.....I will happily hire the snowplow guy!

Enjoy the new week!
jul

(image via Google, trip cart)

High Point Market + Friends

Over the last year I have been so incredibly lucky to attend many design events across the country and meet many new people. Those outside the world of blogging might not understand what a tight, small community we are and how we have all made life long friendships through our blogs! It is truly a gift when your "work" friendships become personal friendships. Some of these people made my trip to High Point Market even more fun!

My "co-workers" for the week! Christian, me, Jill, Cassandra, Ashlina, Crystal and Katie!

You all know why I loved this room in the Lily Pulitzer showroom. Hello typography and against bright pink! Brilliant!

I was a lucky girl not only did I see Christian of  Maison21 in September but I also got to see him in October! I was ecstatic to finally have a chance to meet Katie Armour in person! She is one of the creators of Matchbook Magazine! Seriously she is just as sweet as you would think!

This was the entrance to the Barclay Butera Showroom! It stopped me in my tracks! Look at all that symmetry, you almost don't notice it because of the gorgeously painted wall but it's there!

Deborah Needleman is a goddess in the design community! Did you know she was the editor of Domino Magazine and is now the editor of the Wall Street Journal Magazine? Well when she sat down at our table in the press room Cassandra of Coco+Kelley and I almost fainted. We all had such a lovely chat about Social Media, Design and Magazines. It was the best "gab sheesh" of the week. Not only was it great to have a chance to meet Deborah in person but when I saw this tweet, I was overjoyed!

Now the mission I have for you is to click over to Amazon and buy her new book "The Perfectly Imperfect Home"! She provides tips on ways to "create a relaxed, stylish, and comfortable home"! And if I can add.... most that will easily fit into any budget! Win Win!

 

I can't thank the Cheminne, VP of Marketing at High Point Market for reaching out and asking me to be a Style Spotter. It was such a wonderful experience and everyone I met was so helpful and welcoming! If you are a designer and interesting in going to market plan now! The spring show starts April 21st, jump over to the website for all the details. If you attend I promise you will come away inspired and with many new friends!

(images from Jace Interiors)

Monday Morning Happy

Good Morning Friends! How did you spend your extra hour yesterday? After all the traveling I have been doing it was nice to be home. I organized the office and swapped out my summer clothes for fall. The afternoon was spent cooking a big Sunday Supper and watching football (well actually perusing Pinterest while the boys watched football!).

I came across this great image on Elle Decor yesterday. How chic is this secretary? I love the way the design firm White Webb mounted the swing lamps to the side of the unit, so smart!

I hope it is a great week for you all!
jul

p.s. I know I promised Day 5 of High Point Recap party pics on Friday but my client appointments went longer than I expected! Pop on back this afternoon and I will have them up, thanks!


(image from Elle Decor/White Webb)

High Point Market Fall 2011 Trends - Accents

The High Point Market Fall 2011 recaps continue today with accents! My favorite part of designing is definitely the accessories and you could tell from my photos, half of the 300+  were of lamps, pillows and art work! These pieces are definitely the jewels of a room!

The turquoise and gold combo of the Electra Table Lamp from Jonathan Adler was one of the first pieces that captured my attention! So chic!

Arteriors Showroom was packed with such gorgeous pieces it was hard to narrow it down. The Raven Shadow Lamp with it's curvy features solidified that gray is here to stay. The washed stripe affect on the right lamp was so subtle but made such a statement!

Oversized lamps and especially oversized lamp shades were everywhere I turned. I have to say I like this exaggerated look! You know when you stop into Visual Comfort you are in for a treat, their designer collaborations are unlike any others! Cream or white accented by gold was a BIG trend at the show. Gold was literally in every showroom!

During Market the incredibly talented (and delightful) Tobi Fairley introduced her fabric line at Hickory Chair. I was immediately drawn in by the sharp yellow and gray contrasted against white. These would wake up any living room or bedroom setting! To see even more hop on over here.

Ahhh I could have spent all day perusing the pillow collection at Ryan Studio! This is what High Point is all about visiting your old favorites but also finding new ones like this company. I absolutely love that each pillow is welted and most with a contrasting welt. I wish more companies would have such an attention to detail, it makes the pillows feel much more custom! Blue was a common theme in all accents.

The bedding ensembles at Legacy Linen had me redecorating my own master bedroom! The luxurious fabrics were absolutely stunning and you could not help but sigh with happiness when you touched them. Dramatic? Maybe, but absolutely true! The above duvet is named Lexington Mist.

Suzanne Kasler also introduced a new fabric line for Lee Jofa. This pretty pattern with it's bright florals felt like summer to me!

The equestrian theme was still going strong as seen in the Global Views Showroom!

Remember in the Upholstery Recap I talked about "overall tufting"? Well it's not just for sofas anymore, though I am not sure exactly how I feel about this piece.



These little guys at Oly stopped me in my tracks, they are just too sweet and of course I wanted to take them home!

What accessory trends do you like for the upcoming year? Did you not get enough? I uploaded all of my accent photos to Facebook, check out my Jace Interiors & CreateGirl page!

If you missed any of the other High Point recaps just click here!

High Point Market Casegoods Trends

Welcome to Day 3 of the High Point Market trend recaps! Today we will chat about casegoods. There were so many beautifully crafted pieces. There was an apparent move from dark woods to lighter, almost happier tones I wonder if this has something to do with a more optimistic attitude that was felt throughout the show. Do you prefer dark finishes to lighter ones?

The combination of materials was a definite theme at Market. The Tanabe Side Table from the Milling Road Collection at Baker Furniture is a perfect example. The bamboo base is even more beautiful in person!

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I asked Lisa of Decor Mentor, a fellow Style Spotter what casegood trend she saw during the show.

"I am loving the new trend away from dark woods towards gorgeous medium tones on woods with a lot of grain movement, like ash and quartered oak." This Bernhardt Elements Bookcase Desk is a great example.

Century Furniture introduced a lovely new finish, dove gray. It adds such a glamorous feel to a room and especially to this stacked chest of drawers.

Painted interiors on wood pieces is a trend that is still going strong! I loved the bright green interior of the Camden Display Case at Somerset Bay Home! It was such a great addition to this pretty piece!

Bunching tables of all sizes and shapes were everywhere! I especially liked the Haviland from Dwell Studio. It's available in the silver above and a new gold finish!


 

Rotating pieces like the above "Dizzy" cocktail table at Currey & Co. were very popular! Especially with the gold & black finish. I like the fun element it brings to a space!

Don't forget to view all the Pinerest boards from the High Point Market StyleSpotters!

High Point Market Wall Decor Trends + Typography

Happy November Friends! The second day of home decor trends continues with wall decor and because it is Tuesday a bit of Typography thrown in for fun!

Black and White photography was a big trend through out the show. This Charlie Waite scene literally drew me right in and had me daydreaming of more serene days!

The Trowbridge Gallery had both these prints above. The reproductions were so beautiful and all over the show we saw them in both color and black and white.

I asked the lovely Olivia (aka @swaygrl) what she saw as a wall decor trend at High Point and this is what she had to say.

"The Phillips Co. showroom displayed natural wood used simply as wall art! Gorgeous, patterns that nature has provided brings in a warmth to a room, that might otherwise feel too sterile and cold."

Bunny Williams and her BeeLine Home woke us all up with this gorgeous red lacquered "Ohm" mirror! Seriously a fabulous piece! Expect to see more colored frames and mirrors over the next year.

Oversized artwork as seen in the Dwell Studio showroom was a big trend! Whether a photograph or a simple image of geometric shapes, oversized art work is here to stay!

Hickory Chair Co filled my desire for typography with this enormous print leaning up against a wall.

Did you miss yesterday's post on the Upholstery Trends? Hop on over here. Tomorrow we will focus on the casegood side of market and let me tell you, the pieces are incredible! I even found a new to me company that I am just in love with! See you tomorrow.