Lonny love

I just love the pink sofa, on the Sep-Oct 2011 cover of Lonny magazine. As always, a fab art wall makes me smile, too. The gold frames look so elegant against the pale grey wall. Top it all off with some graphic black-and-white patterned pillows, and you've got a gorgeous lounge look.

fabulous new blog

The other day, I was fluttering around blogs, like a butterfly, going from one blog to the next, seeing which blogs other bloggers follow, to find some inspiration. That's when I came across a fabulous new blog, which is all about COLOR. 

In case you haven't noticed, I absolutely love blogs about color. One could even call me obsessive about this style subject. 

When I discovered The Color Issue, I found myself reading every single post. I especially liked the image (above) of a delicious pink wall juxtaposed with an intense yellow sofa. I love the mix of patterns, as well as the charming little floral painting above the sofa. How lovely and inspiring!

a dose of color & pattern

paonote-room269.blogspot.com

thirlby.tumblr.com

plushpalate.cblogspot.com

anthropologie.com

ritzybee.typepad.com

firstsense.wordpress.com

We are having some pretty wicked weather here this weekend. The gloom of rain, wind, and grey skies are making me feel the need for a little cheering up. What better way to lift one's spirits than with a dose of color and pattern? I feel better already. Now, let's pour a drink and see if we have any volunteers to play that lovely piano.

Ikat trend

I'm loving the ikat fabric trend going on in fashion and decor these days. The patterns are timelessly cool, and the colors range from subtle to exuberant. There is just something special about these lively patterned fabrics.

(click here for more info on ikat fabrics)