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September 4, 2012

Black & White and Stitched All Over

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A few weeks ago, I featured this bathroom on my Friday faves. I loved the simplicity of the design, the contrast between black and white, and the Scandinavian flair it possessed. I let you all know that I was going to use it as inspiration for an upcoming project and here it is!

Cross stitched designs are all over this fall, so I decided to create my own take on the trend using the inspiration from that beautiful bathroom wall. Burlap has a very visible weave, which made it really easy to measure and stitch these mini cross-hatches all over a length of the material.

There could be so many iterations of this same project using different patterns or colors – the possibilities are literally endless.

If you think it’s a project you’re interested in giving a shot, keep reading for the full tutorial!

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August 30, 2012

Leather Belt Curtain Ties

in Hand Made, Home Decor with 18 Comments

I have to admit, the curtains in my office have been tied back with rubber bands for the last year… rubber bands. I love the way worn leather looks, and thought that an old belt would make a beautiful and resourceful tieback for my office drapes. Using tools most people have at home, it isn’t hard to transform an old piece of your wardrobe into a simple, but pretty detail for inside your home.

I love the way that a simple gold turnback pin looks, but wanted to use supplies that would be easy to find at home. A simple flat screw with a dollop of glue and paint works just perfect.

Keep reading for the full instructions!

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August 29, 2012

Safari Style Mixes Decor and Adventure

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As you may know, Matt and I are planning to go to Africa for our 5 year wedding anniversary, which isn’t for another 2.5 years, but I’ve taken to exploring some pretty digs just for research purposes.

Stanley’s camp in Okavango looks right up my alley. Not only does it boast the amazing opportunity to interact quite closely with elephants (something on my bucket list), but it’s accommodations and furnishings are downright stunning, and they’re inspiring me (especially this time of year) to add more outdoor elements into my home.

Can you imagine staying out in the open air of such beautiful landscape?

It looks dangerous in the way that I’d go and never want to leave! The lush, natural surroundings aren’t overwhelmed by the luxury decor, but otherwise emphasized. In each tent, the view is paramount, but grass furniture, natural colors, and subtle lighting add such a luxurious touch without being over-the-top.

I think there are a ton of elements I’d like to add to my own home, from chandeliers in unexpected places to natural fibers.

Do you like the mix of outdoors and in? How do you bring the outside in at your home?

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August 24, 2012

Friday Faves 8.24

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ONE The Ralph Lauren Prairie Rug is $4800, which is crazy expensive, but I wanted to show it to you guys because I love how neutral it is and how the pattern has so much character. This could really make a room. TWO Made Tripod Table £89 and has three surfaces for all of your awesome stuff. THREE the only thing better than the Staples and Sundries packaging is the soap $8. FOUR I’ve died and gone to dinnerware heaven. These blue patterned ceramic beauties want to live in my house. $185 for a set of four from Horchow. FIVE I’d be glad to be sickly if this were my companion. Fine Little Day hot water bottle cover, €34. SIX kraft paper placemats for late summer crab dinners. Now who wants to invite me to their beach house? Nordstrom, $24 for a whole stack.

As I mentioned yesterday, I’m in San Francisco for the Evernote Trunk conference and I’m just a wee bit nervous to get up on that big stage and talk to 800 people. That might be why I’m a little fiestier this morning than usual, but I’m going to assume this will work in my favor.

After the conference today, Matt and I are headed to Napa tomorrow for a little relaxation and a lot of wine. I hope you all have a great weekend lined up!

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August 23, 2012

East Coast, West Coast

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I’m taking off this morning for San Francisco to speak on a design and lifestyle panel for the Evernote Trunk Conference. I had a rough time packing, trying to decide which style to exude, and it got me thinking about the differences between east coast and west coast style. Matt told me that I shouldn’t start a war (haha) and bring up the age-old conundrum, so I won’t go into much detail, but won’t you share?

What is your stylistic preference?

*east coast design photo from New England Home and west coast design photo by Emily Henderson.

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August 21, 2012

Color Story: Fall

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It’s no secret that fall is my absolute favorite time of year. I start getting excited for the clothes, the colors, and the cool nights.

Grey has been the trend for the last few years, but this year there is a change in direction. I’m seeing browns everywhere, and I think that warm caramel will replace the greys of the previous years. Pair it with navy for a classic preppy look, or combine it with warm burgundy and your summer pinks for a pretty autumnal flair. Greens are still going to be big, so you don’t have to get rid of the pretty mint throw you bought for summer, just pairing it with a teal or jade colored cushion is all you need to move into the fall.

It can be hard in home decor to change things out seasonally, but a new pop of art or a pretty dish will help to register change. I’m really eyeing those pillows from West Elm and think they might be mine soon. What do you think?

Are you ready for fall? Or still trying to squeeze a little more sunshine out of summer?

Have a wonderful Tuesday!

photo credit: inspiration collage: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 product collage: votive, coasters, dish, couch, art, pillows

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August 17, 2012

Friday Faves 8.17

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ONE this ampersand dish would make the cutest wedding or shower gift $28 from Pure Home; TWO a lamp that is both classic and sculptural. $224 from abc carpet and home; THREE I love egg cups. If not for an egg than for a mini scoop of ice cream or just to hold pretty little things. These are just $20 for all four at Nordstrom; FOUR cozy and colorful, my mind is already veering toward fall with this fun patterned rug from Urban Outfitters, $24; FIVE I love love this bathroom. the simplicity and style is right up my alley. Those little marks on the wall already have my wheels turning for a DIY. Photo is from Simply Grove. SIX a gurgle pot! So cute to use as a vase or a decorative accessory (oh, and of course as a pitcher $46 from Pure Home.

Whew… It’s really been one of those weeks. I’ve had suppliers in town from both India and China, I’m getting into crunch time for the lifestyle session I’m doing next week at the Evernote Trunk Conference in San Francisco, and I had a meeting with a renovation design client last night. I’m really excited to rest this weekend. Matty bought us spots in a Sunday Supper dinner at a local farm (which is going to be awesome) and I’ll share it here on Monday!

What’s on your agenda?

Have a SPLENDID Friday and Weekend!

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August 15, 2012

H&M Home Launch Stateside + Exciting News!

in Home Decor with 7 Comments

After a long wait, word has broken that H&M home is finally launching in the US in early 2013. This launch was initially slated for 2012, but has been pushed back a few times. The brand is set to have a few major collections each season and is starting out with mainly textiles and accessories. Check out the UK site here and we’ll all cross our fingers and toes for a US e-commerce launch as well!

How excited are you?

Do you know who should be REALLY excited? Noel! Noel, you won the Lenox Quatrefoil Dinnerware giveaway and I’ll be contacting you soon regarding the details! Congrats!

Do you want something else to be excited about? My sunkissed ombre stripe pillow was selected in the top 20 of finalists in the Design*Sponge Scotch Blue Painters tape contest! The announcement will be up on their site at 1pm EST and voting will be open until Sunday to determine the finalists! Make sure to head over and vote for yours truly when the post goes live!

Have a FABULOUS Wednesday.

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August 10, 2012

Friday Faves 8.10

in friday favorites, Home Decor with 6 Comments

ONE organic hand stamped cushion covers $65 each from {me}longing; TWO the iphone case I’m contemplating $35 from Society6; THREE bamboo picnic utensils with food-safe, water based paints $36 for a set of 12 from AHAlife; FOUR fog linen round tray $23.50 from Dunlin; Serena and Lily fauceted hurricanes $25 for the small and $35 for the large.

It’s a rainy, cool Friday here in Ohio and it’s got me longing for slow, quiet late summer evenings. I’m hoping a weekend filled with some farmers markets, cooking at home, and spending time with Matty.

What’s on your agenda?

Have a SPLENDID Friday and Weekend!

Around House of Earnest this week:

Don’t forget to enter for the Lenox Giveaway! We’re giving away two full 5 piece place settings of their new quatrefoil pattern!

Our curator’s event is still live through the end of the day on Joss and Main

Joss and Main’s magazine, Plume, has done an interview with me, and I’m sharing my DIY tips and tricks!

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August 7, 2012

Details with // Mandy from Fabric Paper Glue

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Our regular bi-monthy ’Details with’ column was moved to Tuesday this week to allow for a very exciting give-a-way tomorrow (of which I instagrammed a sneak peek this weekend)!

I’m excited to be showing you a few special glimpses from the home of Fabric Paper Glue creator and writer, Mandy. If you aren’t familiar with Fabric Paper Glue, Mandy has the most ingenious ideas for everything from cocktails to crafts. She is an avid sewer and makes beautiful clutches for her Etsy shop (like this gem, who’s cream twin I bought earlier this year and have instagrammed a few times). I always look to Fabric Paper Glue for some colorful inspiration and the courage to add it to my home (you know I love my neutrals). Keep Reading for more special details from her home!

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