Industrial Eye Candy - using just a dash or go all out

Spring is the time for cleaning out our homes and bringing in new fresh design. It's all the season of yard sales, festivals, and fairs which can bring some seriously great finds for your home! Here are a few ideas of what you can do with those industrial style finds:

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I love the industrial style shelving here, even if you can only find the pipes there are plenty of tutorials on how to create your own shelving with them!

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It could be something as simple as a light fixture that gives you a little extra in a room or some great baskets to use on open shelving. 

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The great thing about industrial finds is that they are great for mixing and matching. You don't necessarily need to have an industrial theme in order to make a piece fit into your decor. It can stand on it's own and look amazing. 

Spring and summer mantel decorating ideas

My favorite part of decorating the house is bringing in small personal touches that make me smile each time I look at them, or showing off a collection I've grown over time. A great place to do that is the mantel, because nothing is permanent! You can change out a mantel like you would a shelf and make it the centerpiece of a room.

Here are some great ideas to welcome spring via your mantel:

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If you are really open for change, painting your mantel and fireplace surround in a warm white is a great way to brighten it up for spring. Just make sure you are really committed if your surround is brick, as stripping paint off of brick is pretty darn tedious.

Loving this very clean and simple mantle with the white and gold accents.
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You can't go wrong with a quote. Make it something you want to remember each day or your latest mantra!  Got a cool set of pottery or ceramics? Showcase it on your mantle.

Adding a chic mirror above your mantle is a great way to make the most of precious natural light and makes a stunning focal point.  The coral on the mantle is also a nice homage to summer.  I always like to decorate with natural objects whenever possible.'
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Use your mantle as a revolving art gallery.  I have way too many prints and little pieces of art from my travels to have all hanging at the same time, so I rotate them every few months.  The mantel is a great place to do that.

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Inspiration for your outdoor space (if Spring ever gets here!)

We are officially four days into spring, and even though we've barely felt the warm temperatures around here, I can't help but daydream of what I would love to be doing to our outdoor space! We moved into our home last year mid summer and didn't really get a chance to enjoy spring. Here's some inspiration I've found that I'd love to incorporate in my outdoor area:

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I like the idea of having some of outdoor space covered for really hot days so I can still enjoy the outdoors in the shade!

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Although we aren't near the beach, I love the driftwood used as decor, and the big throw pillows for a homey feel.  And check out that giant clamshell planter!

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The huge potted plants are stunning in this space. It makes a great sense of privacy for the table and chairs while also being beautiful.

This space doesn't need a lot of words, that outdoor kitchen...dreamy

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Love the container gardens...I just wish I had the luck to keep them alive.
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I really like outdoor spaces that feel like the indoors.  This space is like an outdoor living room.
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There's something about large outdoor curtains that scream luxury to me! The bring a little of the indoor out, great for privacy, and creating shade when you need it.

What plans do you have for your outdoor space this season?

Ideas for using pattern in your decor (especially if you're afraid of it)

While I'm transitioning my house from winter to spring, I keep seeing all these fun prints I want to incorporate in my home decor. Here's a few that have caught my eye:

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I love to mix and match accent pillows and since these are the easiest and most budget friendly way to change up the colors in your home, they are on the top of my list.

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A pattern in neutral colors like the checkers on the floor means you don't have to be married to one color palette. You can swap out different accent colors through out the year.

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Don't be afraid to go bold! This rug is eye catching and I like that it stands out a little since rugs tend to hide behind the rest of the home decor. 

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I love the look of these chairs. Between the studs and pattern only being on the back side. It give sit a glamorous yet fun look to it.

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The entryway is a great place to try a little pattern because there isn't a lot of space to be overwhelmed.  It also creates impact right from the start since it's usually the first area of your home someone sees.

Bring in green (and clean air) with houseplants!

As we struggle to make it through this long winter and prepare for spring to come, bringing some plants into your home may be just what you need!

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There are some great indoor plants that not only bring a little life into your space but also give you a little extra something to brighten up your day. Plants improve the air quality in your home by filtering things like dust, allergens, and toxins and release oxygen.

I don't know if this little lotus is easy to grow - but how gorgeous is that?

If you are the kind of person that struggle to keep plants alive , there are some great choices that need little attention! Some examples are the kentia palms, spider plant, myrsine, and bamboo. These plants make it carefree and easy to have plants indoors. The only plants I've managed to keep alive are spider plants and palmes.

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Smaller plants can add a little something to the room without being too distracting. If you are starting out with plants in your home, this may be the way to go so it's not too overwhelming! 

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Working from home just got a little more pleasant. Plants are said to reduce stress and create a calming work environment which can produce productivity! Having a dedicated space to work is amazing but having a place that is going to enhance your work day is a great plus!

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The biggest issue in my home is not having the windowsill space for plants that need sun, so be sure to do a bit of research so you know what will work best in your environment.

If you have an empty space in your home your not sure how to fill, pulling in a plant could be a great way to complete the room! There are plenty of choices to choose from to fit your needs and very beneficial to a home.
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Are you a fan of indoor plants? Any green thumbs out there?

Happy weekend and Beautiful Spring Accessories!

What's better than some new accessories for spring? 

There is less than one week left to shop  my trunk show on Stella & Dot.  

Please just remember to select "Ashley White" as your hostess during the checkout process.

Stella & Dot has a plethora of wonderful Spring jewelry...

An amazingly fabulous giveaway and a great way to treat Mom – or yourself!

I’m very excited to announce today’s giveaway because I think it is truly one of Decorology’s best to date! The giveaway is for Stella & Dot’s gorgeous gold and turquoise beaded Calliah Necklace!!

For those of you who haven’t heard of Stella & Dot, their boutique-style jewelry and accessories line is available exclusively through in-home Trunk Shows by Independent Stylists and online.

 I hadn’t heard of them until recently, and was properly introduced by the fantastic independent stylist, Catherine Spray who is kind enough to bring you guys this giveaway.

To enter for a chance to win this beautiful necklace, all you have to do is go to Stella & Dot by clicking here. Peruse the phenomenal jewelry collection, and leave a comment on this post (or email me) noting one of your favorite Stella & Dot pieces from the site. It’s that easy!


I am also super excited to announce that I am hosting an trunk show with Stella and Dot! This is my first time hosting a show like this, and I’m really happy to have the opportunity to share it with Decorology readers. The show is open for 3 weeks, and it’s a great opportunity to get a beautiful gift for Mom in celebration of Mother’s Day, or to simply treat yourself with some new jewelry to complement your Spring wardrobe.

To shop my trunk show, click here to start , than pick out the items you’d like to purchase, and at checkout enter "Ashley White" as the hostess at the end of the order - you'll see a button that says "My Trunk Show Hostess is...". When you enter Ashley White as the hostess, it helps me gain reward points toward my Stella & Dot purchases! Shipping is $5.95 for all orders, and will arrive in about 5 days, in very cute packaging. The hardest part will be picking out what to get, because their selection is all so enticing. I’ve created some inspiration boards based on your favorite style of interiors, to help you narrow down what Stella & Dot pieces might fit you best…  

Bright & Beautiful
If you like decorating with bright accent colors or a cheerful palette, they have so many gorgeous beaded necklaces, like the Zahara Bib, or the Palamino Necklace, that you will swoon over.

Chic and Glamorous
If lux and feminine is your taste, they have many stunning options for adorning yourself – the Fringe Necklace is young and glam, as is the Lafayette Cross Body Bag, the Toujours Earrings, and the Chantilly Lace Cuff. All great choices…

Traditional and Timeless
More traditional your style? Than don’t miss one of my Stella & Dot favorites – the Paige Enamel bangle. There is something about it I just adore…the color and the detail are just to die for! The Serenity Small Stone Drops in a perfect shade of light blue, and the Cameron Pendant are also timeless beauties.

Eclectic
Do you dream of far off lands and unique cultural treasures? You might want to check out the Medina Bib Necklace, which will remind you of the amazing artisan works of Marrakesh and Fes…or another one of my fav.’s, the Jules Ring, or the stunning Capri Chandelier Earrings

Or, you can craft Mom her own custom charm necklace for Mother’s Day…

 

I hope you’ve seen something here that catches your breath! However, no purchase is necessary for a chance to win the Calliah Necklace. To enter, all you have to do is go to Stella & Dot by clicking here. Pick out a piece you like and leave a comment on this post (or email me) naming the piece. You have one week (until May 3rd, EST) to leave a comment or email me. My trunk show, however, will be open for three weeks, that way if you don’t win but still must have the Calliah Necklace, or some other stunning jewelry, you will have plenty of time to make a purchase. To visit my trunk show, click here to shop, and at checkout enter “Ashley White” as your hostess at the end of the order. Good luck to everyone and happy shopping!


Photo credits:  All jewelry from Stella & Dot, 1. unknown  2. & 3. Adore Home Magazine, 4. Anthology Magazine

Spring bliss

The weather has been so wishy-washy. Teasing us with a 70 degree day, and then bringing us back down by dropping to 50 overnight! But, the leaves are finally on the trees, and the days are longer - so it's safe to say Spring is here.

I love the longer days...so beautiful
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...and fresh flowers. The first image is flowers in tea tins. I do this, but my tea tins aren't water tight so I put a juice glass with water inside the tea tin and just put the flowers in the glass. The second image is a cute idea: use some glass bottles (they don't have to match), wrap some jute or hemp around them - and you get a lovely handpicked, country centerpiece.
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....weekends in the country....
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Love the lanterns hanging from the trees!
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Meals outside..
When I was a kid, we out outside every evening in the summer. We didn't have a patio, so we just set up chairs and a table right out in the yard

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The ultimate---poolside...
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How do you enjoy spring?

A prelude to Spring

I feel like every year I'm ready for spring a little bit sooner. This year is no exception. I can't remember the last time the sky was blue. Hopefully these pictures can help us remember what spring looks like.


Beautiful photos from the talented Lara Rossignol. Check out her blog, Piewacket

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So beautiful - green!

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Isn't that chandelier with the greenery great? It'd be a great idea for a wedding outdoors in a tent or barn.


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