by Diana @ The Devine Home on February 8, 2010
Today I was interviewed by a reporter from our local newspaper for a feature article about design and decorating trends – where we’ve been and where we are going. Jean was such a sweetheart and we had so much fun talking – she’s one of us!
The interview got me to thinking. I go into many homes where people are just struggling to get out of a rut - they want to get their home into this century when it comes to the way they should decorate.
Well, recently I came across a post that beautifully showcases ”where we have been” and shows how simple it can be to get to ”where we are going” when it comes the current trend in design and decorating.
How better to show the difference between the two than with pictures? Here are two from her post that really say it all.
Where We’ve Been
Where We Are Going
Amazing yet so simple. Today’s design trend is to the fresh, clean line tempered with a touch of vintage which adds character and history to a space. For the not-so-sure-do-it-yourselfer, a bathroom is the perfect place to try your hand at making a change. It’s easily done in a weekend and for not a lot of money. How “devine!”
Pop over to Susie Harris’ blog to see more of her fabulous bathroom makeover!
by Diana @ The Devine Home on February 7, 2010
These happy daisies are for everyone who finds themselves buried in snow this fine February morning.
{Photo: I snapped this last summer in the outdoor dining area at Gamekeepers Taverne in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.}
by Diana @ The Devine Home on February 5, 2010
by Diana @ The Devine Home on February 5, 2010
Last night Mr. DH and I went out looking for furniture. We are going to be doing a bit of work on the living room and he wants a sectional with a chaise for watching his new TV.
We popped into several stores and it was fun to see what the retailers are planning for spring and to see all the things that were on sale. At Pottery Barn I saw these great numbered pillows. Love the simple, graphic pop.
At JC Penney’s I found some of the cutest accessories! How can you not love this little flying pig? He is absolutely adorable and such a fun touch of whimsy.
Best of all, he’s on sale for just $12.99!
And aren’t these metal baskets{ on sale for $34.97 for a set of three} adorable? The vintage look and feel will add instant character to any room.
How cute is this mult-colored oversized wall clock? What a fun pop of personality. It’s a closeout - reduced to $99 from $160 – good bargain!
I think it would be a perfect piece for the kids play room.
The biggest bargain by far I think are these antique door knob hangings. A set of 5 for $39.99. Seriously, you could not make them for this price. They are reduced from $80.00!! I just LOVE a bargain!
Speaking of vintage, this “dart art” is a great find on sale for just $29.99! It’s large and reminds me of pieces you’d find at Pottery Barn for a lot more! Great texture and nostalgia!
Lots of great stuff out there and for bargain prices. You can pop onto JC Penney.com to see more deals {and, they currently have free shipping with $49 or more!} Love that!
Hope you enjoyed our virtual shopping trip today!
by Diana @ The Devine Home on February 1, 2010
Hello! I have missed all of you. I took my computer with me to Atlanta last week with the intention of posting blog updates. However, the computer died which really put me in a pickle. I am at home and on my brand new laptop which is so “devine’!
I have a jam-packed design schedule this week but am looking forward to catching up with all of you as well as catching up on things here at our Cottage In The Woods – I still have to take down the Christmas tree and it’s February 1 – how sad is that??? I had left it up because my nieces and nephews from Georgia were coming up to enjoy our snow.
Oh, so much to do – gotta run but will be back later!
