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Sponsor Welcome: Shades of Light

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011

It is such a thrill for me when I store I have been shopping at my whole design career asks to be a sponsor of this blog. I’ve come so far with this little project (now big project) and having Shades of Light as a sponsor just solidifies that. As I posted before, they are such a wonderful source for mid-priced (with some high end and very affordable items too)lighting, rugs and accessories. Here are some more of my absolute MUST haves:

I am freaking out over these suzani backed Louis style chairs! Pop one in an entryway or a couple next to a cafe table in a kitchen or sunroom and people will be so jealous. One of them being me.

I adore these flatweave striped rugs. Sometimes it can be challenging to find an affordable flat weave made of non-outdoor fabric. These are casual but modern and I am pretty sure I’ll be ordering the black one.

Did you know SOL has vintage stuff? oh, they do- including rugs like I was talking about in yesterday’s post! This one in pinks and golds is my idea of heaven! Paired with this vintage Empire style chandelier I’d be one happy little lady.

Exclusive to SOL are these awesome natural basket chandeliers- do they not scream “BEACH HOUSE”??? That turquoise one is what dreams are made of because it won’t cost you a small fortune.

Again- things I need to have – a pair of those rock crystal lamps next to my bed!!!! OMG, I can barely stand it! And the gooseneck cream lamp at right ain’t nothin’ to turn your nose up at- so classic and elegant but with it’s little lucite base totally hip!

A gorgeous brass swing arm lamp that would perfection next to a bed and this grate sconce that would be fabulous going down a long hallway!

If I ever get to design my own kitchen think I might have to have three of these brass babies above the window in front of my sink (because that’s what will go down). And in a small powder room or closet, this lotus ceiling light!

One of my favorite mirror styles of all time- in white and brown leather. A slight not to equestrian style but not in an obvious way.

Be sure to bookmark them as a great source and check out their blog, Inspired Spaces.

Posted in furniture, lighting, rugs, shops, sponsors | 18 Comments »

Magic Carpet Ride

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

I have this shag rug in my bedroom and I have to say it has become the bane of my existence. While it says it’s woven to reduce shedding, that thing is equivalent to owning 4 golden retrievers during shedding season. Clumps of shag fuzz are under EVERYTHING and on EVERYTHING. I’ll think I’ve cleaned them all up and then more will sneak out from behind drapes or under the bed all “ha ha Erin, you can’t get rid of us!!!” I am finally ready to concede and chuck it (or perhaps put it in the guest room?) My vacuum might kick the bucket if I make it suck up any more of that rug (how is there any rug LEFT? It seems to be growing hair!) As I ponder a replacement I am recognizing my new obsession with antique Persian and Turkish rugs. An unfortunate addiction, since a really nice on will set you back the amount equivalent to the price tag on BMW, but not an impossible one. Thanks to eBAY and other such sources, finding some old rugs (ideally worn is places to give a really nice patina) for a reasonable amount isn’t impossible.

This new love of mine is so out of left field- had you asked me two years ago about Persian rugs the words “dated” and “stuffy” would have come out of my mouth. But styled in a modern space or with some more modern furniture these rugs are SO hip….

LOVE Jenna’s black walled bedroom with the crisp white duvet with a shot of color paired with the antique rug (am copying this look, which is lame, but true). I also ADORE these rugs in kitchens- unexpected and lovely.

Vintage rugs + lucite = YEEEESSSSSS. But not all statements have to be bold, the room at right is super subtle but still modern (in a traditional way).

They even work in kid’s rooms! Who knew? (Amanda Peet’s decorator, that’s who…)

After disliking red for a long time, I am red-obsessed. And orange, but that you knew.

BAM. Kitchen porn. Just needs some pendants. Modern ones.

Paired with a white Chesterfield? Be still my heart.

My current home ( and hopefully permanent -for 5+ years at least- home looks more like this space) and I love the juxtaposition of the industrial and the traditional antique!

Here are some I just found on eBay- click the images for links to the item for sale!

Aaaaaand just for fun some I can’t afford. Yet.

(Click image for link)

Images via Pinterest, DecorPad, Elle Decor, Domino

Posted in Inspirations, accessories, antiques, cheap decor, design tips, lustworthy, obsessing, rugs | 25 Comments »

Element Shops: Shades of Light

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

Shades of Light is one of those random sources I look to for budget friendly decor- and NOT just for lighting. They have a great selection of rugs, mirrors and even furniture. Here are some of my favorite new items from them that perhaps you didn’t know about! Click each image for the link!