Inspiration on the Island

The 2017 Southern Living Idea House is now open to the public for tours on Bald Head Island, NC. Just thought I would do a quick FYI post since many of you are headed to the NC coast for summer vacation. Tickets are $15 and you will need to be transported by ferry to the island. This part of the island is not accessible by car so you might also want to bring a good pair of walking shoes. I'm planning to visit this summer and hopefully post more pics. For more info, visit Southern Living.

What's "in store" for June (Part 2)

As promised, I am posting part two of newly added items that have been added to the store....

Rattan book/magazine rack in mint condition from the 1970s

 I am constantly adding barware to my space...they are popular items!

I was lucky enough to find this vintage gold ice bucket and Anchor Hocking Tartan pitcher!

(Update: pitcher is SOLD)

 

Vintage Asian artwork in gold bamboo frames

(Update: Both artwork is sold)

Blue/White Chinoiserie Monkey with basket on head. This monkey grabbed my  

attention at an estate sale. I almost kept him for myself...sorta felt bad about selling him.

He would make a great planter or perfect on a bar cart to hold lemons or olives. (update: sold) 

More brass from planters to candlesticks.

I had to restock because my inventory was getting low!

(Update: all brass is sold again) 

Also, coming soon are new lamps and a painted tall chest. I have not had time

to take photos but I will post pics on right (For Sale @ Sleepy) when they

  finally arrive in the store. As always, feel free to e-mail

if you have any questions about these items.

Mother/daughter Design Duo

I love watching interior design makeover and competition TV shows! And, there's a new design competition show with only 2 contestants on Bravo TV. It features a mother vs. daughter called Cyrus vs. Cyrus: Design and Conquer. Yes, they are related to Mylie, Noah and Billy Ray. This mother/daughter design duo features Brandi Cyrus (daughter) and Tish Cyrus (mom) where they are given a budget and present individual design concepts. In the end, they have to work together on the winning design concept. To be honest, I did not expect much out of Cyrus vs. Cyrus because of their celebrity status. However, I was surprised to find that these ladies are talented designers who can stick to a budget. For more info, check out Bravo TV. It's worth checking out!

Beautiful kitchen renovation completed by Tish and Brandi for a military family in Tenn.

What's "in store" for June (Part 1)....

Check out these items that I recently added to my space in Sleepy Poet. Sorry for the poor photography...was in a hurry to take photos and get merchandise into the store. I will be adding more items in a few days and will post more photos (part 2). Feel free to e-mail me or call the store if you have any questions.

White Mid-century Harmony House 2-drawer side table from

the late 1950s....repainted with new gold knobs. 

Drawers are also freshly lined with new paper from Spoonflower.
(Update: Table is SOLD)

Mid-century crystal and marble lamp with original shade.

Cute little fabric flowers were added to top trim

Singer Mid-century bench that has been re-upholstered.

Seat lifts up for hidden storage.

Newly added barware which includes lead crystal decanter,

gold rimmed crystal stemware goblets and white marble mortar and pestle.

(Update: everything in photo sold)

Small side table with new glass knob hardware.
(update: table is SOLD)

Gold and brass candlestick and 1960's mirrored sconces
(update: candlesticks are sold)

Manor makeover in High Point.

If you have ever spent any time in High Point, NC, then you are familiar with Pandora's Manor located near the furniture market. This historic home was originally built for a furniture manufacturer's wife (Pandora) in 1905. What makes this manor so unique is that every room was recently renovated by a different A-list Interior Designer....including one of my favorite designers, Thom Filicia. The Design Network is doing a series on the makeover which I found very interesting and highly entertaining. The first episode highlights the original traditional elements downstairs including the gorgeous wood paneling, front porch, etc. There's also a wonderful story about a plate from NC....you'll have to watch! It's now a luxurious upscale bed and breakfast so you can you stay there when visiting the High Point Market....check out more photos on their Instagram page. It's also available for events, including weddings. An overnight stay is on my bucket list!

Interior design trends

I've been a little slack on posting for the blog....it's been over a month! To be honest, I've been busy and I have not found anything worth posting about during the past couple of weeks. However, I have noticed a few design trends that have been popping up on-line and locally in the retail stores. I thought these current trends would be worth writing about because they are totally opposite from my usual design style...I might make a few adjustments in my space at Sleepy Poet! Here are some of the trends....

1. Circular shapes with 80's colors.
Have you noticed the furniture shapes becoming more curved? Also, the golds, pinks and teals showing up everywhere...from lighting, rugs and furniture.

 Chair in pink velvet (Anthropologie)

80's throwback gold lamp (West Elm). I had a lamp
like this one in my dorm room many years ago!

2. Marble.
This has been popular for awhile in kitchen countertops but now it is showing up on coffee tables, bathroom counters, etc.

Sleek modern floating marble countertops for the bath.

Marble top retro table (Chairish)

3.  Gold accents.

I have mentioned this before...gold is hot right now. Gold and brass fixtures, lighting, furniture and hardware are extremely popular.

White lacquer chest with gold hardware and feet (Anthropologie)

4. Boho.

This is my favorite trend! The bohemian organic look has been on the trend with terracotta pottery, macramé wall hangings and wood furniture. Love this style because it usually involves a curated look with found vintage items!

Boho style with vintage wood table, accessories and original artwork.