Archive: February 2012

Easter Egg Ideas

February 29, 2012 // 7:30 pm

I have been painting Easter eggs with watercolor today and it is so much fun! Get creative and make a pretty centerpiece with a color palette of your choice. All you need for this easy DIY project are some eggs, a paintbrush and any watercolor... Read More...

10 Ways To Spruce Up Your Small Entryway

February 29, 2012 // 1:58 pm

We built our house 12 years ago, and I love every room except our small foyer. If I had the chance to re-design our home, I would make the entryway larger with an open floor plan. However, here are some areas I can focus on... Read More...

Color Inspiration : Minty Fresh

February 28, 2012 // 8:33 pm

Swing into Spring with minty green delights. From Sarah Richardson’s cottage to the New York living room, {designer Fawn Galli} in House Beautiful, as well as the fashion forward finds at Ruche and Zara – Mint is fresh and perfect for Spring.1 housebeautiful.com, 2 zara spring dress 3 photography... Read More...

Sassy Espadrille Sandals

February 28, 2012 // 1:19 pm

I am thinking of my Spring wardrobe and how it needs help! This season’s slingback espadrille sandals are too cute… Nautical stripe, bright colors, chunky wedges, and peep toes are all about town. shopping: Nordstrom Splendid ‘Perfect’ Espadrille sandal, Franco Sarto ‘Olympia’ Espadrille Sandal More Fashion... Read More...

Bright Ideas: Throw Pillows

February 27, 2012 // 8:16 pm

I love adding decorative throw pillows to instantly change the look of a room without breaking the bank! It’s fun to mix and match colors and textures too. How do you like to arrange them? Thrown about or in a symmetrical pattern? These beautiful living... Read More...

Color Inspiration: Tangerine and Lime

February 27, 2012 // 4:46 pm

Spring’s hottest color combination packs a bold punch!  Abstract landscape watercolor painting in tangerine and lime. Spruce up your home decor with these fresh fruity complimentary colors. See more here.More original watercolor paintings and  prints in my Etsy shop coming soon! More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * pinterest * subscribe * smART business   

Monday Inspiration and Minny!

February 27, 2012 // 12:15 pm

As I mentioned yesterday, the ‘The Help’ is one of the best books and movies I have seen in a while. I was so happy for Octavia Spencer for winning best-supporting actress for her role. She was so adorable as she gave her acceptance speech, ”I’m... Read More...

Best of the Week on BB&B

February 26, 2012 // 1:21 pm

It’s Oscar time, and I am ready for an entertaining show with Billy Crystal. I am excited to see the Academy Awards this year, because I actually saw 4 out of the 9 movies nominated for Best Picture! The Help {One of  my favorite books... Read More...