I was watching Home by Novogratz last night and it was the episode of the store Babakul at Fred Segal.  I’m quite a fan of Courtney and Robert Novogratz.  What I like most about their designs is that they are unmistakeably different and always with an element (or two, or three) of surprise. 

What struck me most about this particular episode was an art piece by Ann Carrington, it’s an amazing picture of Debbie Harry made of buttons… yes you heard right, buttons.  That is just ingenuous and inventive in my book.  The picture below is showing the art in the lounge/library area created specifically for the store, a perfect spot for the men to sit back, relax and read while the women shop.

{Image via here}

{Image via here}

So amazing don’t you think!  There is more “button” art from Ann Carrington’s website and here are my favorites… these photos offer a nice closeup of each art piece to give you a sense of the detail and intricacy.

{Images via Ann Carrington’s website}

Hello everyone, I’ve just found out the lovely Nancy from one of my favorite blogs Cozamia is having another give-away of one of her amazing art prints.  I personally have my favorites and fingers crossed to win, if not I will be purchasing one of these in the new year.  Here are my favorites:

Click here to win and if you haven’t discovered Cozamia, you’re in for a treat: Win ANY Art Print of YOUR Choice!

Good luck!!

I found this photo below on a newly discovered blog Bazaar of Serendipity and I instantly was attracted to the colors and layout of this wall (Image from Southern Living).  According to La Dolce Vita blog, the images are all from Etsy… my favorite is the fashion profile in the middle in orange.  I especially like the dear heads (I think that’s what they are) placed in and around the art, giving it some visual interest.  In addition, notice how there are different colored frames adding texture and depth.

I found this beauty over at luxe + lillies blog, I wouldn’t use these particular photos but I like the general idea.  A black wall littered with white frame and continued with black and white photography, super slick.  I’ve always wanted to have a black wall but I live in a rental… one day for sure! 

(If you know the source of this image please leave me a comment so I can leave a proper credit, thx).

Check out Rue La La, this particular sale ends in 2 days.  There are more prints to choose from with different themes.  Happy shopping and let me know if you purchased any of these, I’d luv to see pictures!

(Image Credits: Rue La La}

I personally can’t choose which one I like as I have a few favorites… here are my choices:

Brittle Stars (Raspberry)

Electric Garden (Pink)

Wild Herringbone

She has so much more to choose from and don’t forget to enter her contest.  Good luck!

What I like about this wall decor is that it’s a nice mix of pieces.  My favorite pieces are the Scribble Art from PI Fine Art.  I went to their website but it’s currently under construction.  I might attempt to do my own version, a cost savings and a great art project I think.  I’m surprised at myself how much I’m starting to like gold.  I’ve always been a silver girl myself but lately I’ve been drawn to pieces in gold.  I’m eyeing a very unique sunburst mirror at Homesense but have not purchased it as it’s gold and I don’t have any gold yet in my home.  This inspiration photo is making me rethink my decor strategy.

Recreate this Room

I’ve searched and scoured the Internet for pieces similar to this room.

The Gold Stool from the background really stood out to me personally.  I’m excited that mixing gold and silver works.  I found a similar stool at Amazon, it’s really nice and modern.  The Silva Modern Burnt Gold Metallic Ceramic Garden Stool has a nice color too and it’s not too “bright and shiny” if you know what I mean.  It’s a subtle piece but with a glamorous touch.  Or I found the exact Chinoiserie Gold Stool, they are both nice options.

The classic Vitra New Panton Chair, a very curvy chair with a statement.  The newer versions of this chair are also made for indoors and outdoors, perfect to add that modern touch to your outdoor space too.

 Here is some art that I’ve found on Etsy, the perfect place to support artists and discover affordable finds.

• UN-breakable from TheModernistArtist 
• Cropped Circles by crayonmonster 
• Typography Poster B F 2 T L by fuglevaag 
• Fortune Sings Beside the Mouth by nssboston

Now I can’t wait to start this new wall adventure, wish me luck!

{Image Credit: Canadian House & Home, Photography by Virginia MacDonald}

20×200 offers a large selection of archival-quality original artwork from emerging and famous artists starting at only $20. We have over 400 limited editions created by more than 200 artists available in a range of sizes and colors. We release two new editions a week and many more during key buying seasons.

Not only an affordable option to decorate your home but an amazing selection to choose from, two things we all look for.   I’m so impressed these days that you don’t have to break the bank to purchase selected pieces to make your home original and designed to your taste.

Here are some of my picks…

1. Studio Apartment
2. Central Park South
3. Well-being 2

But there is so much more to choose from and many categories to meet each and everyone’s design taste.  Start here: 20×200 and good luck, I hope you find something amazing!

Website: http://www.francoise-nielly.com

Get to know Françoise Nielly! {Note this video is in French but still interesting to watch her work}

What a great discovery, I personally want to learn more about art and discover talented artists.  I too want to paint as it’s on my personal project list.  Art brings life and personality to your home decor and what a better way to support artists around the world.

Have a lovely day.

{Image Credits: http://www.francoise-nielly.com}