As a stylist for magazines and shops, Emily has amassed tons of tricks that she will be using to help the homeowners on her show discover and express their own personal style.

Emily is such a creative and talented stylist, and a natural host. I only caught part of the first episode, but I can’t wait to see more!

(images: HGTV)

I love the energy of this space! Lawn and concrete pavers create plenty of room for running around and define two distinct zones for outdoor dinners and hanging out. The plants are drought-friendly, which makes for easy watering. And how awesome is that pebble fountain built right into a planting bed? This is definitely going into my dream file – maybe within the next two years we will be able to tackle a project like this? What do you think?

BTW: These images originally ran in a story in Domino Magazine – which is now available on Brides.com

(images: Coral von Zumwalt for Domino Magazine, via Brides)

1. Bliss in a Teacup; 2. The Curiosity Shoppe; 3. MoMA Store; 4. & 5. Playing Grown Up; 6. Old New Again.

I am partial to the whale, but that silhouette is darling, too. What do you think? Would you hang a chalkboard shape or do you prefer the tried-and-true?

(images: linked to sources above)

But is it right for me? I think it would look so lovely on that big blank wall in my entryway. Want more rationalizations? It’s a classic. It will never go out of style. The walnut ties in nicely with my rich chocolate colored sofa. And it holds a surprising amount in a small space. Hm…

(image: DWR)

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A living room with the perfect balance of vintage furniture + new details. I LOVE the painted pink chairs, artwork, and the modern lamp. Since my living/dining space is so white right now, I am looking for ways to introduce a little color and this is right up my alley! What do you think?

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Easy ways to pretty up your home this summer: An artsy kitchen message board? Check.

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Place a colorful weatherproof mat, a potted flower, and a vintage pillow on your deck. Bonus points for strategically placed, color-coordinated flip-flops, lol!

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Tired of your old stuff? Paint it all white + pretty pale blue! Then just add a few silver accents from the flea market and ta-da!

Selina Lake

Use masking tape to display a few old photos above your mantle. Tip: if you don’t want to damage a precious photo with tape, make a color copy instead and save the original in an album.

Selina Lake

Stage your entryway with a few of your favorite items to help set the mood when you walk in the door. Is this a bit silly? Yes, and it won’t last, either…but imagine how cute + summery it would be to walk in to a row of straw hats and colorful sarongs!

top: Abigail Maryrose Clark; bottom: Epicurean Style

Pick up a few fun props for yourself, like these vintage china teacup bracelets or one of these adorable aprons (love the pom pom trim!).

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No cash for fancy floral bouquets? This is the perfect time of year to cut flowers from your yard (or a friendly neighbor’s yard!) instead – and look around your kitchen for items you can re-purpose as vases such as mason jars, cream pitchers or even cans with pretty labels.

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So what are your favorite small projects for the summer? I’d love to hear about what’s inspiring you right now!

{images: Laura Gaskill}

Are you already in-the-know? Emerson and her husband Ryan (that’s those two cuties above) create and ship all of the goods from their farm – now if that’s not the sweet life, I don’t know what is!

EmersonMade is known for lovely handmade flowers fashioned into garlands, necklaces, sashes and hair pins, like the ones above and below…

…and adorable little clutches and “bouquets” of blooms to give your friends…

But I am really excited about the new clothing line EmersonMade has recently unveiled! Available for pre-order now, the collection is filled with the kind of classic pieces that will be in heavy rotation in your wardrobe for many happy years!

I am dying to have this 60′s style tweed jacket, and a big bloom that Carrie Bradshaw would love is pretty tempting as well! Ah, but then there is this wonderfully rustic table runner that would look magnificent on my dining room table…

What’s making your wish list? Visit EmersonMade to see (and drool over) it all.

{all images: EmersonMade}

emersonmade via design*sponge

Taste is so personal – each of us are influenced by our backgrounds, by where and when we grew up, what books we have read, what films we have watched, the places we have traveled (and the places we dream of traveling), our jobs and friends and family…there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all decorating!

yvestown

yvestown

I love inspiration boards, meaningful art, buntings, good light, good organization, cozy places to curl up, and lots of books and magazines! What about you?

bodie and fou via sfgirlbybay

bodie and fou via sfgirlbybay

Does a space need to be awash in color to make you happy? Or do you feel better with white? Maybe it’s the worn finishes and stories behind old pieces and heirlooms that support you at the end of a long day…What do you always come back to when you are tearing out pictures from magazines or bookmarking websites to return to? Do you see any themes?

the jewels of new york via design*sponge

thé dansant via bloesem

thé dansant via bloesem

What is your favorite corner of your home? What do you love about your home right now? What are you craving more of? Did any of the images in this post speak to you? I know I would like to crawl right into that bed in the second from the last picture :) I would love to hear your thoughts!

{images: linked to individual sources above}

These links are my quick guide to Scandinavian lifestyle. So many talented people and beautiful details. Hope you enjoy!

- Simply the first brand I think of when talking about Scandinavian style. Love everything they do.
- Brand number 2. An icon in Scandinavian design with some of the most gorgeous fabrics for every room in your home.
- The photography on this blog and this blog always wow me.
- Beautiful homes in beautiful locations. This blog is guaranteed to satisfy even the biggest hunger for Scando home inspiration.
- If I could, I’d fill my kitchen cupboards with dishes designed by Harri Koskinen, with collections like this one
- This coffee house is my favorite for its gorgeous organic food, lovely owners, not to forget about their stylish visual identity.
- I love to follow the stories and home decoration ideas from this 1950′s wooden house.
- An online magazine by the amazing Fryd + Style – what is there not to love?

{Images by: Skona Hem, House Beautiful, Iittala and Marimekko}

I’ve been looking for an excuse to put up some bunting flags in our Seattle home, but just haven’t found the right spot. However, I’ve come up with LOTS of favorite banners on etsy, so maybe you would take one of these pretty little garlands home?

Fabric is fun:

Even dining room appropriate!

Told you I was a Seattle girl.

These are pretty in coordinated colors or in a rainbow.

Wedding, bedroom, nursery… the possibilities are endless for this sweet message.

Rainbow dots would make any party fun.

Bunting is better in groups :)

And the cuteness doesn’t have to stay home! Throw it in your bag and take it with you!

Thanks everyone! Feel free to come by Maggie Rose and say hello! And a big warm congratulations to Laura, hubby, and new baby!

{images: linked to sources above}

Fresh, bright, cheerful and easy – I feel like I could step right into Deborah’s home, fix myself a cup of tea and settle in for the summer, don’t you? The white slipcovered furniture, hits of hot pink and fun accents like the British flags that appear throughout her home (Deborah was raised in England) strike just the right notes for me.

And that bathroom? Heaven! What I wouldn’t give for a big old claw-foot tub! And notice the slim shelves above the tub? They are lined with apothecary jars filled with Deborah’s collections of seashells and sea glass – so charming :)

This home is so inspiring to me because it is filled with little touches that are big on charm and easy on the wallet – like lining the front steps with pots of red geraniums, hanging vintage botanical prints on the walls, and tying back the curtains with thick grosgrain ribbon.

To see more of Deborah’s home go to Lonny and check out the full article – and really, you won’t want to miss anything in the issue. It is delectable from cover to cover!

Happy Monday, all!!

{images: Lonny Magazine}