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Dock Your Cell Phone In Style

Everyone's been in that problematic scenario where there's an outlet for every phone in your home, but nowhere convenient to rest them. The endless arguments about who moved the charger this time (I swear it's never been me :)) and the mismatched tangle of charges on your kitchen counters. These scenarios played over in my home quite frequently, so I finally decided to do something about it. These little predicaments added a little stress to our lives, so I decided to take the initiative and purchase a few docking stations for my family.  It was time we gave our phones a proper home and loose those unsightly cords and unflattering bickering and I was feeling excited!! Just a few days ago I started my search for that perfect docking station. I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of styles and sizes. While scavenging the internet for the perfect one,  I found a few that I was quite found of, so I wanted to share a few of my favorites with you.  Suffice to say, there is a dock for every phone, but to find the perfect match for your needs, here are a few considerations to get you started: *Just click on the photo to buy*       

The Perfect Valentine's Day Gifts For 2018

Can you believe that Valentine's Day 2018  is just a month away! Whether a simple crush from the prick of Cupid's first arrow or the excitement that love inflames within us from the melding of two hearts, Valentines is a day to celebrate!  It's the time of year when I particularly enjoy reading poems of romance and love. One of my favorite poems was written by Michael R. Burch and it goes as such: "Let me give her roses, for my soul's thorn. Let me give her solace for my words of treason. Let the flowing of love outlast a winter season. Let me give her books for my lack of reason. Let me give her candles for my lack of fire. Let me kindle incense, for our hearts require the breath-fanned flaming perfume of desire." This poem got me thinking about the gifts of Valentine's Day. I love any reason to show my love and this special day is just another reason to do so. It's time to put on our thinking caps and try to "wow" our better halves with thoughtful gifts.  We are bombarded with so many choices, but it's very difficult to hone in on that perfect one. This year I've curated a little list of my favorite gifts to make your shopping experience a little more pleasurable and a lot less stressful! I hope you find something you would "love" to give to your someone special. The perfect gift is just a click away! ~ Beasley & Henley Interior Design

Where It All Began Throw Pillow

Where did their love story begin? Whether the locale was grand, simple or somewhere in between, their pillow celebrates the start of something special. You can personalize it up to 25 characters! 

 

The Hidden Message Tie

Here’s a tie he’ll always look forward to putting on. A 100% silk tie with secret message. There’s a special pocket on the back where you can tuck secret love notes for him to find. Twenty five paper hearts are included for your messages, as well as a polished nickel heart charm engraved with the romantic sentiment “Here is my heart, guard it well." 

      For your loved one who loves home decor these ottomans will make for the perfect gift!  Bring a little love to any room with a heart shaped or velvet ottoman.  Heart ottoman~Target   Velvet~Wayfair

  

The Perfect Gift To Your World Traveler 

As one who adores traveling and loves to celebrate romance and affection, I think Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to give a gift of vintage inspired luggage.  Found on Amazon.com

 

A Gift For Your Jewelry & Purse Lover!

If your loved one loves the look, but not the price of designer jewelry and purses this online boutique is the perfect place for you!

Katherine Kelly Jewelry

   

Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for Kids

Celebrating Christmas with younger children in the household is a magical experience. If you have younger children in your home, you may be on the lookout for Christmas decorating ideas for your kids. The reality is that there are some simple projects your children can undertake that result in what prove to be highly attractive decorations for your family Christmas tree.

Foil Christmas Tree

When it comes to craft projects your children can participate in to create decorations for the family Christmas tree, foil is at the top of the list of materials to consider using. Foil is highly versatile and can be utilized by even young children to create interesting, attractive ornaments for the Christmas tree. The shiny silver is absolutely perfect for the holiday season.Martha Stewart actually has shared some ideas of how your children can use foil to decorate the tree. She suggests having your kids scrunch foil into stars, balls, and canes. The foil ornaments created in this manner can then be hung on the tree using yard. Red and green yarn adds a nice, seasonal touch.Martha also recommends turning foil cupcake liners inside out. These can be strung together using yarn as well. A tiny hole can be punched in the back. A tiny light can be inserted into the foil liner, resulting in a magnificent, radiant glow for your tree. 

Cotton Ball Tree

Like most people, you probably have a bag or box of cotton balls lying around the house. If you do not, pick up some the next time you are at the drug store. They can be the basis of a great holiday decoration project for your kids. Thread a needle with about 15 inches of lightweight fishing line. Sew through cotton balls, leaving gaps between each ball. Place a dab of old-fashioned white glue next to each cotton ball to prevent it from sliding. Once done, the string of cotton balls can be placed on the family Christmas tree. Your kids can repeat the process with multiple strands of cotton balls until the tree looks like it is dotted with wintertime snow.  

Paper Snowflake Tree

If you are like many parents, you probably recollect cutting out paper snowflakes when you were a child. This represents another perfect holiday season craft project for your kids. Have them cut out an array of different types of paper snowflakes. They can then adorn the family tree with their creations. The paper snowflakes can easily be affixed to the tree using paperclips, unfolded into "S" shapes. Bringing together a bunch of paper snowflakes created by your children actually makes a truly dramatic presentation on your Christmas tree. They can be made even more vibrant with the addition of twinkle lights in different colors. 

Snowball Tree on Your Lawn

Your children can get involved in decorating the exterior of your home as well. If you are like many people, you already place lights on trees in your yards. You enhance the look by adding ornaments.You can take the decoration of the trees in your yard a step further, depending on where you live and the prevailing weather conditions. You children can make "ornaments" for your outdoor trees with fist-size snowballs. You might want to consider using a snowball making tool (available in many toy and department stores) to make well fashioned icy ornaments. This not only provides uniformity, which renders the final product more attractive, but speeds up the process of making suitable snowball ornaments for use on a tree.Make a note. Snowball ornaments are easiest to make if the snow is not too powdery or too slushy. Pay attention to prevailing weather conditions for the coming days to make sure your kids' creations will not melt away too quickly. You do need to take care to position the snowball ornaments at points that provide a distance between them and any lights that are included on a tree. 

Make a Lasting Memory for Your Children

The artwork made by your children will be Christmas decorations that you will value forever. You can also make lasting Christmas memories for your children by buying a special ornament each year for the young ones in your home. For example, you can purchase a silver ornament or even a silver bell for your children from a quality outlet like the Silver Superstore. Not only can these decorations be displayed on your family tree this year, they can continue to be part of holiday decorating well into the future. BY- Guest BloggerJessica Kane   

The Ultimate Home Christmas Gift Guide

Yes, it’s the holiday season and I’m in a state of euphoria. I can feel the brilliant electricity that fills the air of Christmas. I wish for little miracles that seem impossible to achieve, but nothing is impossible this time of year, for those who just believe.  This time of year the infectious holiday cheer that reverberates from our home to the next. This wondrous season oozes magic, and it’s always been important for me to share this delight with my loved ones.I’m excited about purchasing that perfect gift for my friends and family this year. I do know that finding the perfect present is a time-consuming task. Browsing online can take hours, even days and our time is precious. If you’re like me, you want the gifts to be unique, meaningful and to provoke an emotion. Give a gift that says something about that person. Top it off with a glistening red bow, pass it along and make your loved ones feel a little more confident and special. The gift should say I was purchased with love and we have a connection. Whether your on the hunt for that big Christmas gesture or simply a stocking filler, take a look through our collection of favorite home decor gifts for an extra boost of inspiration.My curated list will make for a merry and bright holiday season. “My Favorites” make my heart pitter-patter at the thought of them. Be the best gift giver you can be!

CUSTOM ARTWORK AS UNIQUE AS YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY ARE!

You can upload a photo of your favorite person, place or object and an artist of your choice will recreate your very own custom painting! You can also upload a photo of your room, provide a Pantone color, or share a link to your furniture and receive original art that matches your decor. Just click on the photos below to be directed to Minted.com.   

Garden Drive Square Jewelry Boxes By Kate Spade

Because you can't always wear all your treasured jewelry all at once, these bright lacquered boxes with flocked interiors are perfect for the fashionable women in your lives. 

Gem Water by VitaJuwelLove 

Restructure your water using the power of rose quartz gemstones, while also boosting pH and oxygenation. Put a little romance into your gift with these Love gen-water blends.

Kendra Scott Stone Slab Tray

This stunning stone 16" x 10" tray will look outstanding on a neutral ottoman or as an luxurious accent to your master bedroom or bathroom.   

Stylish Cooler For Wine Lovers

Keep your wine chilled in style without condensation on your table, while protecting the bottle from water or ice. The stunning Portaghiaccio copper wine bottle cooler will certainly be a conversation piece. It's hand-crafted in a workshop in Ravina, Italy and features a hand-hammered traditional leaf design as well as a cork-screw style handle. Can be found at Ahalife.com 

Poetry Books 

For all the readers in your life these stunning poetry books will be sure to please. The black and white books feature a custom jacket design that displays snippets of manuscripts and typescripts from poets, a visual encapsulation of the varying styles and voices in the collection.

The women's  lovely collection of poetry books features the works of five world-renowned women poets. A custom, removable book band ties the volumes together and makes the set a striking addition to any bookcase. The Everyman’s Library Pocket Poets series consists of small, beautifully bound poetry volumes in charming jackets. Each hardcover book is bound in cloth and features a silk reading ribbon, acid-free, natural cream-colored paper, and European-style half-round spines.

They can be found at Ahalife.com

 

 

A Drink Caddy Set With 24K Gold Banded Drinking Glasses

A refined addition to the home bar, this set includes an ice buckets and 8 24-K gold banded drinking glasses that are neatly housed in a brass-plated caddy.  Can be found on OneKingsLane.com   

Alabaster Coffee Pot & Creamer Collection   BY- Ahalife.com

Its mid-century silhouettes feature lustrous metal bases, capped with translucent alabaster lids. The alabaster is made in Italy, by artisans with five generations of knowledge of working with this stone, and the stone comes from the last existing alabaster quarry in Tuscany.

Antique Mirror Glass Spheres  By- Onekingslane.com

 

Speakers With A Fabulous Twist  By- https://us.amara.com

I had to throw something fun and colorful into the mix. I'm totally in love with these fabulous and vibrant speakers! They will make the perfect gift for your beach loving friends and family! Get the party started in any setting with this Beach Sounds radio from Sunnylife. Easy to carry and transport from place to place, these speaker radios are adorned with a playful print and is perfect for playing your favorite songs on any occasion. Compatible with any smart phone or tablet, the water and sand resistant body is ideal for beach days, the odd spot of rain or outdoor dining.Beasley & Henley Interior Design

What Do You Want Your Thanksgiving Table To Say To You?

I would like to start off by asking you a question. How often do you stand back and reflect on what you have to be grateful for? I ask this because this year has been big year of reflection for me. It's been a year of mindful contemplation and thankfulness that I carry forward from month to month. My soul is a little richer and filled with the joy that my mind has allowed me to feel how beautiful things really are. I've become accustomed to such a life and see its incredible beauty.   Like the infectious smile of a cherub faced baby I hope you find it difficult to hide the jubilation this holiday season brings upon you. With Thanksgiving  just a few days away I hope the thankful spirit spreads from my table to yours. Almost as important as the food itself, is the Thanksgiving table and I want to share some of my favorite dining table decor  with you. Whether your reminiscing about Thanksgiving past or anticipating this years celebration, your dining table should reflect those memories. How much or little you decide to decorate is up to you, but your guests will undoubtedly appreciate the thought you put into creating a special place for them. Here are a few items you can add to your table settings as inspiration for you to create your own memorable design.

A memorable tablescape is a lot like a well-appointed room. The more layers and texture there are the more interesting it can be. Grass cloth-tablecloth-runner-placemats.....

 

Anton Paisley Table Runner By Pottery Barn- This intricate paisley design adds rich color and pattern to a table setting. Pair our runner with the matching napkins (sold separately), or combine with similar hues for a stunning look.

Cozy Knit Ivory Table Runner- By Crate&Barrel  The striking ivory table runner adds instant coziness to winter gatherings. Looking just like your favorite sweater, this unique runner is hand knitted of chunky wool-blend yarn in an oversized cable pattern.

 

Ashlyn embroidered placemat by Crate&Barrel. An elegant backdrop to solid dinnerware, their fully embroidered placemat is lavishly decorated with silky, earth-toned blooms

  Placemat by Crate&Barrel. Charming leaf-shaped placemat is handwoven of natural abaca fibers, lending an organic, tropical note to the table.

On to a little sparkle and shine here are a few of my favorite hues of this seasons popular rose gold trend. Mix them with rich colors with sublet contrast for a luxurious effect...

  

Rose Gold Twig Salad Forks Set Of 4 By World Market

For the start  

 

Pumpkins By- PlushPumpkin.com

 

I found these beauties in a local Winter Park home decor shop- Why I Love It
The "mix and mingle" of crafted glass, metal and wood lends a display of organic fluidity. I like how the metal in these pieces play the little side kick to the leading role.  The combination will add a clean beauty to your Thanksgiving table.

  

The Perfectly Imperfect World Of Wabi-Sabi

I recently attended a Sherwin Williams color forecast seminar. They spoke about what trends we will see in 2018 and what influenced them. Sincerity, unity and connectivity were the three topics of discussion. Some of 2018's trends were based upon silence, Instagram, treasuring your flaws, revamping our sense of community, techies being the new hippies, productivity and environmentalism. Thought provoking and moving as they were, the topic of finding beauty in the imperfect was what stood out to me the most.  How a hyper-local approach allows us to connect with our roots in a sustainable way. They spoke about the world of Wabi-Sabi. It's not the fiery paste that ignites a storm in your nostrils, but a decorating style and way of life. Wabi-Sabi interiors favor a more minimal approach and sees the beauty in timeworn treasures. There is a mutual respect for natural objects which can overlap into our everyday lives. The way one thinks, works and the mindset of becoming increasingly unencumbered. For example clearing the clutter from your home. The more clutter the more one feels distracted from whatever calm your home provides. The Wabi- Sabi approach teaches one to simplify, don't buy what you don't need and take time to block out noise and technology. This approach does not have time for the over-stressed consumer culture.Wabi-Sabi tends to lean into minimalism. In an intentionally modest way, but not in a stark way. One can appreciate the flaw and injured in the Wabi-Sabi thinking. Go ahead and be conscious of a room's unwitting flawlessness. Enjoy the imperfections of your grandparents rich oak dining table, or a crack in vase that makes it more interesting, giving it a greater meditative value. The quirks that can arise in the construction of an object add to it's uniqueness and beauty according to the Wabi-Sabi way. Its patina or visible repairs heighten the love of a space. If you find yourself in favor of this style, then earthy tones is the best way to go. Browns, greens and grey colors with worn unfinished, imperfectly shaped pieces will fit perfectly with the Wabi-Sabi concept. Look for natural handmade fabrics and accessories. Natural stone, clay and wood become interesting in a Wabi-Sabi space as they exhibit changes that can be observed over time. Remember this style  is not a shabby chic . These pieces are not intentionally distressed to look antique they are pieces that have evolved over a natural cycle of growth.  I'm also in favor of letting filtered light permeate our homes. Too much harsh light doesn't give one lift one's mood and general well-being as much as filtered light. A Wabi-Sabi aesthetic is big on hanging thin, gauzy curtains inside.With all that said go ahead and look at some ideas below and get inspired!         

Inviting Halloween Decor For Your Dining Table

"Soon spirits will roam the neighborhoods at night, little pumpkins running loose until darkness turns to light. Faint whispers of witches delight, vampires awaiting feverishly for their first bite. A sprinkling of anticipation dusted over adults and children alike, how I wish Halloween would come, if it only were tonight."

Halloween is a whole lot of fun for kids, but it certainly doesn't have to stop there. I'm all about throwing a ghoulishly fabulous dinner party myself. Despite not exactly being a real holiday, Halloween is a fantastic time to entertain. For me the food comes second place to the theme and decor of the evening. There are endless ways to create that perfect look. Sometimes there's nothing better than replacing all the spooky decor with an elegant twist. Other times a ghostly look can entice a bubbling cauldron to overflow into moods of bloodcurdlingdelight. A unique Halloween table decoration is an essential part of any Halloween dinner party. I have gathered some table decor ideas that may be just the right fit for the look your going for. It can only take a few items to turn your table into a perfectly festive scene. Be careful not to wait to the last minute so arm yourself with some creative ideas now.

Boring Nightstands Are Out!

A ring without a diamond and a beach without sand is like a bed without a nightstand. Without one, its beauty fades and silently begs for the other to return. In the past a nightstand was defined as a piece of furniture sold in two’s, was a fairly small boring table, and featured drawers. Thank goodness trends restyle and they have been transformed into an elegant focal point that can reflect your design aesthetic.

By your side when butterfly kisses softly close your lids to the awaking of a new day,  today I want to give these beauties the love and attention they deserve. I know it may be difficult to find a nightstand combo that has the look, function and scale you need. You may wish that there was some sort of algorithm on the internet that could ship you the perfect set. This is where I want to help. Below you’ll find a few of our past bedroom installations that will help inspire you. I have also incorporated a few bedside tables you can click on and purchase on your own. Creating a balanced look,  these bedside tables will make your sanctuary appear cleaner, more put together and stylish.

Having two different bedside tables can look stylish. Mixing elements is the key to mismatching utopia. Two different tables can give a room a more eclectic vibe. If you go for two different styles make sure there is a cohesiveness so that they don’t look too random or implausible.

     

You don't have room for 2 bedside tables!  No problem!! Choose 1 to go in the middle of like the bedroom below. Make sure to choose one with a little more storage space like a three-drawer table that allows for clutter-free storage.

  

Metal bedside tables can play many roles in a space. They can play the leading role with their unique details and large presence or stay quietly pretty while holding a great read and glass of wine.
An ode to modern architecture, the metal base side table demonstrates perfect simplicity and clarity of form.

 

   

AND lastly here are a few of my favorite standout bedside tables that can add a little interest to your bedroom space..

    Photo- Oly Studio

 Gabby Home- Sloan Waterfall Table

   

Was That A Pumpkin That Just Fell On My Head? ~Fall Home Decor 2017~

As I was mirthfully walking down the isle of my favorite home décor stores when I was stopped dead in my tracks by the site of brightly painted pumpkins. Yes, that is what I said, pumpkins! The vision of the plastic, pulp free robust symbols of the upcoming holidays got me thinking of Fall. Believe it or not, it’s just around the corner and I’m setting my sights on what hues and home design trends are about make their presence felt. When the weather makes a shift (a slight one for those of us here in Florida), you can make a few modifications to your home as well. There are a lot of trends that are really beautiful, but not everyone wants or needs to give their home a complete makeover. I can show you a few  and easy ways to transition your home to the look of fall 2017.

Velvet!

The beauty in velvet is its ability to speak. It should have an elegant soft voice that’s heard, without over powering the conversation. It’s important to choose one show stopping upholstery fabric and velvet may just be your ticket! The fabric feels luxurious and welcoming for fall. When combined with smooth metals and natural textures it adds visual interest and palpable alleviation. If you don’t have the budget for an upholstered sofa add a velvet throw or accent pillows instead! 

Blush

I am lovingeverything blush! From vintage glassware and bedding to my Sunday Brunch’s eye shadow, this refreshing color speaks of youth and femininity. If you’re not the frilly type popping a blush throw or frame into a space is less serious, and overwhelming.  By coordinating blush with elements and materials found in nature you can create a more contemporary edge and looks stunning mixed with stone and marble. If you are looking for a more ethereal look you can create a space that's monochromatic. No matter how you choose to add this gorgeous color into your space it will certainly keep you blushing.I’m asked what colors look best with blush from time to time. I say it looks great with greys or warm neutrals, and fresh when paired with rose gold metallic or trendy copper. Here are a few of my favorite ways to incorporate the color blush into your home's decor. 

Classic White

Hardly boring, neutral white can virtually go with everything and anything. From glossy to chalky it’s a calm and cool vibe that I love! White adds an inherent easiness to any space it graces. It fits seamlessly into any design scheme or style. I love how crisp white walls can bring a modern edge to a room’s vintage stylings or how a white accessory can pop against a dark wood toned console table. 

Furniture & Accessories That Double As Art

Art is taking center stage this fall. It’s no longer an afterthought or left as the last part of the puzzle. People will be basing their entire rooms around it and I’m not just talking about the art you hang on your walls. I’m talking about furniture and accessories that double as art. We will see interiors that are anchored not only by art but artful design pieces.