A mix of Natural and industrial - an beautiful fusion in one home

This glam and fabulous home is that of designer couple Jamie and Larry. They both have a love of natural objects and industrial style and have carefully edited their home to reflect just that.

amazing fireplace





I love all the little vignettes throughout their home

Did you ever think a kitchen could be so glamorous?


via Rue

DIY headboard makeover

So, reader Teresa posed a good question to me at the end of September: How to revamp an old wood headboard. I always feel like the end of the week is a good time to feature DIYs and tutorials because the weekend beckons and everybody loves a fun little house project. Okay, not always, but this one is fun - and super rewarding.

Anyway, back to the old wood headboard. Teresa was lucky enough to snag a whole antique bedroom set for $100. She loved the wood frame of the headboard, so she doesn't want to cover the wood. She does, however, HATE the wicker. And I agree, it's got to go.

My recommendation is to cut out the wicker, create an upholstered panel, and insert it into the space where the wicker once was. I've compiled a few really great tutorials on how to create an upholstered panel below.

Here are the photos of the headboard as is:


And below, I worked a little photoshop magic to illustrate what I mean by creating upholstered panels.

Here I just chose a fabric to serve as an example. You'll also notice I bordered it with an upholstery ribbon adorned with upholstery tacks, because the wicker is overlaid a bit on the wood frame, and I'm not sure if that will be easy to remove from the wood. The ribbon and tacks serve as a nice way to cover up any marks left by the wicker.

fabric via Warm Biscuit
Below I chose a different fabric just to change it up and show 3 panels in place of the wicker.


fabric from Cloud9

Attaching the panels to the frame could be done in a few ways, and depends a bit on how the headboard is constructed. Wood staples could work, though you might have to do a little research.

Now for all the tutorials I promised. Visit the sites below to get step by step directions on creating upholstered panels.

A.

For some really great instructions on how to make panels similar to these above, go to "How to make a Fabric Headboard" on All Things Thrifty.

B.


For how to make separate upholstered panels like these above, go to Denver Post, which features the tutorial from Mark Montano's "Big Ass Book of Decorating Ideas." I especially like this version because it's easy to swap fabrics depending on the season, you bedding, mood, etc.

C.Here's a great tutorial from Instructables.

I hope this helps! Does anyone else have any tips or ideas? Has anyone made an upholstered headboard and have any words of wisdom?

Restful, glam bedrooms

It's gloomy out and I have quite the headache. ugh. It's just one of those days where all I want to do is lay in bed with fluffy covers and sleep. Being the glutton for punishment that I am, I thought the better option would be to drool over some super comfy, welcoming looking bedrooms.

via Benjamin Moore

I love white and grays.

via Apartment Therapy

adore
via Kitchen Details and Design


While I like the glam look, I also really like simple and clean - it instantly makes me feel better
via KML Design

The billowy white curtains soften up all the hard edges in the furniture

so cozy...and tea in bed!

via Styleometry

The Glamorous Suites of NYC's Crosby Street Hotel

It must be amazing to be able to stay in a hotel like this. My budget these days restricts me to hostels, but a girl can dream!














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Creative, stylish bedrooms

I did a little revamping of my bedroom this weekend, so I thought I'd share some of my inspiration! Each of these bedrooms I find a little out of the ordinary for one reason or another - and the twist really gives them a fresh look that isn't too "straight out of a magazine." Which is your favorite?

A. Retro
via House Beautiful

B. Lots of Texture

C. New and neutral

D. Traditional

E. Clean lines with lime accent
via Better Homes and Gardens


F. Traditional with bright accents

G. Exotic Traditional

H. Elegant floral

I. Classic Modern

J. Vintage

K. Contemporary
via House Beautiful