KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN, Oh My!

I was invited to attend a seminar last week at Insidesign in Atlanta.  It was for interior designers who wanted to learn more about how to navigate designing kitchens and baths for their clients!

Kitchen design  - Insidesign, Atlanta

How did Insidesign KNOW that I needed this training!  I was very excited to go.   I met the incredibly approachable and friendly staff, I learned a lot more about the various cabinet companies and millwork options available- and more importantly, I left Insidesign feeling more confident about my Kitchen and Bath design skills.  It's so important to have a showroom available with plenty of resources and knowledgable staff.

Jenny, Jackie, and Theresa with Paul Castell


Kitchen cabinetry from Shiloh
This Kitchen was one of my favorites in the showroom.  The Antique White cabinetry was from Shiloh and it featured Beaded Inset doors and drawers.  This is a hot new design trend!  Plus, did you see the backsplash?VERY fabulous!



 The backsplash, made of marble, was set in a Harlequin pattern with a grouping of rhinestones at every intersection.  This little bit of fabulousness will never hinder a night of cooking and conversation!... bling home the bacon!

If you are thinking of remodeling your Kitchen or Bath and need help, please don't hesitate to call me, I'd be more than happy to help!

Plein Air Summer Luncheon

It's been a gloomy, rainy week in Atlanta.  So, when I found these gorgeous Garden Party photos on the Torie Jayne blog, I was instantly mesmerized!  Was the table set up for a birthday party? Was it a bridal luncheon or a small dinner party?

 The flowers are really what makes this party spectacular!  I mean, they are BEE-U-TI-FULL!

Happily, Torie Jayne identifed the blog from which the photos originated - Klaystyle blog by Japanese Photo Stylist, Chihiro Kubota.   She mentions that several of the props came from IKEA - the china, the placemats and napkins and the glass bottles.

LOVING the peonies - and the burlap wrapped jars!

If I were hosting this Plein Air Garden Party - I'd have to include some garden-themed cupcakes - like those offered by Icing Bliss - almost too pretty to eat!

Garden Themed Cupcakes by Icing Bliss, London, UK

Shabby Chic cupcakes by Icing Bliss, London, UK

And, I'd have to find a pretty invitation to coordinate with the theme.  Here are a few that I found on Etsy

myPiperPress store, Etsy by Angela Claxton

Alice in Wonderland inivation by InkGlitterandpaper store, Etsy


Be inspired to have your own Garden Party!

Oh - and don't forget to take your gift on the way out!

 Vellum wrapped caramels by The Caramel Jar store, Etsy