Thursday, August 22, 2013

End of Summer Blues - California Weekend Getaway's

Living in California has it's perks. 
We have many fabulous destinations to the north and south not to mention all the great places to go in between. Need a quick weekend getaway before summer ends? Well look no further. Live outside the state? No problem! Catch a great deal on an airline or better yet, make a road trip out of it and see these great destinations.

thanks for taking a peek ~
                                                                                                Sharon


Northern California

1. Fort Bragg is a picturesque city with views of the Pacific located in coastal Mendocino County along Hwy 1 and approximately 175 miles north of San Francisco. For a romantic getaway or family weekend Fort Bragg has lot's to do and an incredible make it 3 incredible Glass beaches.


2. Half Moon Bay is located approximately 28 miles south of San Francisco on the beautiful Pacific Coastline. The historic downtown is home to numerous shops, art galleries, restaurants, bed and breakfasts, and other businesses. The Pumpkin Festival, held in October,  draws thousands of people to the coast to enjoy its beautiful views, fine dining, arts, crafts and plenty of hospitality.

3. Santa Cruz is a short 75 mile drive south of San Francisco.

With 29 miles of coastline, Santa Cruz offers a wide variety of things to do. Visit the boardwalk or one of their 14 state parks. View majestic redwood forests or start your fun at the some of California’s best beaches, perfect for surfing or volleyball. End your weekend by checking out the local museum or art galleries.  

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

END OF SUMMER SALE !

COLOR CRUSH = Navy + Coral


I am color crazy. If I had the time, money and energy I would probably makeover each room in my house once a year. Its not that I don't like what I have, it's just that each time I receive a magazine a catalog or turn the television on to HGTV their is a color combo that I absolutely fall in love with. My latest color crush is Navy & Coral. What's your Color Crush?









Take it outside!
Or how about this color combo for a wedding?



thanks for taking a peek ~
Sharon 

Monday, August 12, 2013

Outdoor Furniture, Fabrics & Accessories - - - Indoor Use


Here are 3 reasons that come to mind why buying Outdoor furniture, fabrics and accessories work for use Indoors:

1.  It's affordable


Like this Casbah Chair from Pier 1 Imports. I purchased 2 for my tiny kitchen nook for less than $200.

2. It's Durable!

Dash & Albert has lot's of Indoor rug's but I chose and Outdoor rug for it's durability since I have 2 small dachshunds.

SUNBRELLA Fabrics have come along way. Pretty Patterns, soft hand and oh-so easy to clean!

3. Fabulous Accessories !!

Bring in some light with Malta Lanterns from Pottery Barn 

I love using Garden Stools via Pinterest inside in place of coffee and or side tables.

thanks for taking a peek ~

Sharon

Saturday, August 10, 2013

Kitchen Inspiration: Open Shelves

I have a small "U" shaped kitchen. I have thought about what would make my kitchen appear larger without knocking down walls and came up with what I think would be the perfect solution, Open Shelves.

Whether you choose to keep your existing cabinets and remove the doors or build floating or supported shelves here are a few ideas that just may get you started thinking about opening up your own kitchen!

I love this look for your "pretty" dishes.

You can always decorate your dishware with pictures and flora.

I have a corner that I would love to do this look with. See how they kept existing cabinets to the right.

Another open shelf I love!

How about adding a pretty fabric to the back?
Shelves on each side of a window......
I love them all.
Which one or one's do you like?


thanks for taking a peek ~
Sharon sig

Friday, August 9, 2013

Decorating with the color TEAL

TEAL

Living by the coast gives me the opportunity to go to the beach whenever I want sand between my toes. The color of the Pacific changes with the tide. Sometimes it is a vivid glassy blue but sometimes it is more of a Teal.
Teal is the combination of the colors blue and green. Did you know that the color Teal is named after the Common Teal, a member of the duck family, whose eyes are surrounded by the color?
Teal is one of those colors that is rich and saturated. A color that goes well with chocolate browns. Add white to it and you get turquoise which always reminds me of the ocean. 

                                                           
Take it outside.......

Adding Lime Green makes this combination fun .and casual

Why not in the kitchen?


Very dreamy in the bedroom~~~

Or go BOLD !

Coastal Sophisticated

Calming Teal


                                                                               Thanks for taking a peek ~
Sharon sig