Decorative Ceilings with Pattern

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I am a fan of wallpapered ceilings, fabric on ceilings or just painted patterns on ceilings. Its all good!  Using pattern on a ceiling draws the eye  up  into the space while also visually pulling the room together.  This  paisley makes the room go from blah to WOW!  Love it.     Photo via Shelter from Atlanta Home and Garden’s Magazine. Sketch 42blog.com

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The New Design Studio for Jaima & Co.

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Well, its taken forever but I am happy to say, I finally have my main work table and office areas finished. It took a while but its a terrific little studio for  creating new collections for Jaima Brown Home and Jaima & Co. Starting with some initial drawings to the finished room. Just had to share!     The first drawings of the space

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Pattern of the Week: Chinoiserie Bike Style

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As I live in Florida and am a pattern designer….. I just might have to get a bike like this. Does it scream… I love pattern? Perfect for biking to the beach for cocktails at sunset? CHEERS! A whimsical de Gournay decorated bicycle! Image from blog.electricsekki.com  

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Chelsea Flower Show: Fantasy Floral Dresses by Florists

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I have a love for flowers… this I believe stems from having British parents who had a fabulous garden… and free labor (me!). One of the favorite things were the hand crafted dresses made out of flowers! The dresses were competing for the RHS Florist of the Year competition, ages 26 and older. There is also a competition for “RHS Young Florist of the Year” of ages 16-25. For this competition the designers were asked to create a Fantasy Floral dress to be worn to a Crystal Ball. Below is a sampling of some of the amazing dresses created by  florists and winners.  Truly incredible pieces of art. Ciara Quigley of The Flower Boutique  Peter Alan Bodnar / World of Mandaps  Sara Barrow  /  Flowers with Passion Winner of the Fantasy Floral Dress Lisa Fowler of Eden Taunton Floral Design Vicky Rymell  / Hubbards Florist   Amanda Randell / Academy of […]

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Chelsea Flower Show: Positively Stoke-on-Trent Outdoor Garden Design

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Last week I had the privilege  to attend the fabulous RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London, England.  Over the next few days I am going to share with you some of the fabulous garden designs, colorful  flowers and creativity that was on display. Enjoy! Contemporary Water Fall Moorcroft Pottery Spheres I loved this outdoor garden with the overhead water fall. The floral balls were new and really looked  decorative mixed in with the roses, peonies, Foxglove and many other flowers. This garden was designed by Positively Stoke – On – Trent and Bartholomew Landscaping with many sponsors. Photos all by Jaima Emmert; Fountain created by fountainsandfeatures.co.uk; DavidAustinroses.com;bartholomewlandscaping.com;spheres by stokesentinel.co.uk

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Pattern of the Week: Mod Watercolor Flowers

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I just came back from the International Contemporary Furniture Fare and  Surtex show in New York.   There were definitely  modern influences etching into traditional prints and furniture. Several washed out, blurred, water colored  floral’s were just one of my favorite finds. Love this artful technique  as its  hip, fresh, young and stylish. From dresses to Moissonnier sofa’s, this look is fabulous whether you wear it or sit on it. Blend in  some graphic lines  like artist  Margaret Bergart , did with her painterly floral print and WHAM…a soft yet modern look is designed.  Don’t you love it?  Kate Spade  /   Moissonnier     Margaret Bergart’s Print Photos and images from Kate Spade theglitterguide.com, Moissonnier furniture and floral art from www.pinterest; floral print from margaretbergart.com

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Weekly Refresh: Show Me The Light

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DVF for Evian Water Capping off the week of items  DVF are the endeavors that solidify her as one of fashion’s 1%ers – her collaborations. Wether initials paired with brands ranging all the way from Roxy to Evian, there is nowhere she won’t leave a happy heart…and those brands are all a little better for it. I mean, look at those bottles of water…they alone could convert this packaging junky into the model of perfect hydration. DVF for Evian Water Photos from beautyandthedirt.com and pointytoeshoecrew.com

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Weekly Refresh: Show Me The Light

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I know I mentioned Diane’s wrap dress before, but let’s face it, a dress that launches a billion dollar career deserves a post of its own! The so-called “happy accident” of a design that propelled Diane in the stratosphere of super-designer has been uniquely adept at being the perfect grab and go style for everything from a hot date to a working lunch. It is as relevant and beloved today as it was then – so proven by the fact that 30 year old vintage versions sell for three times their original sticker price! Congrats DVF, your creative genius has managed to cover the backs of celebs and us regular women alike across the decades.   Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dresses Images from Diane von Furstenberg website dvf.com

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Design Star: Diane Von Furstenberg: That’s a Wrap!

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It’s a wrap! In an ode to the ever so lovely Ms. Diane Von Furstenberg and the 40th anniversary of her ubiquitous wrap dress,  the one item that made her DVF brand  successful. What better way to kick things off than with a glimpse into the recently launched Journey of Dress exhibit in L.A.; a walk down memory lane with the dress that started it all back in 1974. A-listers were around at the kickoff that paid homage to the sassy designer who made a name for herself with a single jersey creation; and cemented it with collection after collection pieces made for the every woman. Designer Diane von Furstenburg Diane von Furstenberg’s “Journey of a Dress Exhibition” Photos courtesy from elementsofstyleblog.com of her vintage classic photo..wearing her creation. Image of the exhibition is  courtesy of  DVF. Article in Voque.com by Hamish Bowles  is found on vogue.com/vogue-daily

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Bold Wallpapers for Laundry Rooms

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Bold Prints for Laundry – Mud Rooms Love this  bright turquoise and aqua  medallion wallpaper. This laundry / mud room was interior designed by Birds of a Feather design duo Ann White Schutte and Hooper Patterson. These gals just finished creating  a room for the 2014 Designer Showhouse in Wilmington NC. Turn any room into a designer statement by using a large print wallpaper on the walls. Big scale prints instantly add  drama into an interior space.  Why be shy?  This grand medallion wallpaper is from Graham and Brown and was designed by Amy Butler. It’s  bold and beautiful! Don’t you LOVE IT? I do! BOLD IS BEAUTIFUL Laundry Rooms for Modern Living Photos from birdsofafeatherdesign.com and photography done by BJB Photography, Graham and Brown Wallpaper,

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