Monday, April 30, 2012

lovely homes {a house tour}



We have another wonderful Phoenix home to share with you as part of our 'lovely homes' house tours.  This time Amy Adkins let us invade her beautiful home.  This 1952 mid-century gem is beyond charming.  I love that old Phoenix feeling that still exists in these homes.  Hope you enjoy peeking around as much as we did...  Have fun!


Thanks so much, Amy!

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The beach is my favorite place - so the top two photos, by James Knight-Smith are probably my favorite...

Tree canopies are great too




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Wallpaper Murals - What do you think?

I'm sure you've seen them before - wallpaper murals, where just one wall is wallpapered in an overall pattern of image.

I think wallpaper murals, like the one above, can look really charming in boutique hotels - especially if it's relevant to the destination.

They can also make small spaces, like this small dining room, really special and unique.  Just make sure you really, REALLY, like the graphic, and that it's something you can live with for a long time if need be.

I think that the best application for these murals is as childrens wallpaper.  A baby's or kid's room is a great place to get fun and creative.  I still remember the wallpaper in my bedroom as a little girl, and it can be really fun for the kid, and a great way to allow him/her to express themselves.  Along with the ADORABLE image above, here are some more really cute options for a nursery or child's room.  I found these cute designs on the OhPopsi.com .


So cute!

They have thousands of wallpaper murals in many categories. 
It was neat to look through the places and landmarks category - and I think a lot of the murals would appeal to world travelers...

...old Paris (I'm reading The Paris Wife right now, so I have Paris on the brain...)

This is a photo of the Aqueduct in Segovia, Spain, the city where Chris and I lived!


What do you think of wallpaper murals ?  Is your vote yay or nay?

disclosure*  This post is sponsored by OhPopsi.com


Which would you choose? And a splendid giveaway!

Good morning to you! Today you are in for a mega treat. We are venturing a bit off course, today is not interior design related but it is fashion and I do love my fashion and beauty just like any other girl. My friend, the lovely and elegant glamorous Marsha, who has an appetite for the good life recently launched her fabulous online store (www.splenderosa.com) with all kinds of amazingly beautiful baubles (best part they are SOOOOO reasonable) You won't believe it!

Some lucky someone is going to get a beautiful little piece of bling bling on Wednesday, all details on the bottom. And do visit her fabulous store....so many beautiful things that only look like a million dollars! Click here to visit the beautiful new Splenderosa shop just brimming with all kinds of fabulous little sparklers! Lets go.....
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Now onto this splendid giveaway from Splenderosa! Check out this magnificent watch....such a generous giveaway. Heres what you need to do to enter.....visit Splenderosas gorgeous boutique here, after you ooh and ahh over everything, come back here and tell us one or two things you adore, that's it! We will announce the winner on Wednesday morning.


DESCRIPTION:  
Chronometer Style with Crystal Around Face, 8" Adjustable Jewelry Clasp (foldover) White Rubber/Silicon & Silver Chrome Trim
Fashion Watch, Battery Operated



Gorgeous, huh? What strikes your fancy? I knew you would love it...I am torn between the cuff, the darling evening bag and the beautiful white necklace, I could see that with a beautiful sun dress on tanned glistening skin.....perfection!   That's it.....wishing you a splendid day, thank you again Marsha for your generosity!



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