Would You or Wouldn't You?

I am adding new art to my shop.

Some of the paintings will be framed.

I have chosen simple white frames to go in any setting.

Advantage of buying framed art?

It is ready to hang on a wall as soon as it arrives!

You've got to love that!

Here is one of the abstract paintings that is now in my shop.

I was playing with room settings.

Would you or wouldn't you?

What do you think?

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1/Sunset Throw 2/Bone Side Table 3/Essex Ottoman 4/Norlina Square Mirrors 5/Feye Stained Ivory

Lamp 6/Veneer Spheres 7/Sweep Armchair 8/Mirror Side Table 9/Cowhide Rug 10/Charlotte Sofa

11/Wall Art-Limezinnias Design 12/Bluebelle Grey Pillows 13/Gold Fluer Pillow 14/Olive Greek Lumbar Pillow 14/Black Stripe Pillow 15/Les Touches Black Spot Pillow

Tchin, Tchin...Cheers!

"Tchin, Tchin", Cheers! 

 For you or a gift for a friend, the sentiment is the same, 

"Cheers!". 

The painting is saturated with color, the peonies are pink, coral and light orange. 

My watercolors involve a multi-step process, 

which is finished in gold leaf for an added elegant aesthetic. 

Trendy and fun, yet sophisticated and classic. 

Unexpected fun! 

I have taken the photos from several different angles. 

Standing directily in front of the painting the gold highlights are very subtle, from an angle the gold catches your eye with glints of light that vary depending on the setting or time of day.

 Painting ships in a clear sleeve with a sturdy backing. 

Each one is wrapped like a gift, whether it is for you or a friend. 

It always feels special opening a pretty package!
Don't you agree? 

For clients in the US, shipping is complimentary.

Meet Jana Bek!

Discovering artwork and design elements that 

have been styled by an individual in a pretty

 or classic setting,

 in a happy, unexpected way inspires me! 

Yesterday, I talked about one of the approaches I employ for finding inspiration.  

There are many other ways.   

Today, I want to introduce a designer that impresses me.

  Meet Jana Bek! 

 Jana is the interior designer/founder of Bek Design.  

She specializes in eDesign Services and Interior Design 

via email and phone correspondence

 (translation: that means you can live anywhere and still get her help!).

Jana is ardent about collaborating with clients;  

 identifying the consummate print,
 palette and layer of styles,

  bringing a room to life while balancing their needs.

Jana possesses an ability to mix high and low elements.  

 She works with her clients incorporating unusual components, 

determining where they should invest

 and what their priorities should be in refreshing spaces. 

She has a gift for introducing unique touches such as a compilation of art
from a fabulous Etsy vendor

 (think gallery wall!)  

 or suggesting DIY options a client can employ

 to update and create versatility for their existing pieces.

 Jana is also a regular contributor to 

Caitlin Wilson's Blog (love her textiles!) and 

DIY projects for MadebyGirl (check out her shop).  

See for yourself, go visit Jana at Bek Design!!

Cobalt September!

Here is a large new painting for my shop,

"Cobalt September".

Saturated with aqua, sapphire blue and lime this large

 watercolor has been painstakingly embellished

 with gold leaf.

My abstracts are a multi-step process

At once both modern and complex,

like masterpieces of antiquity 

the gold leaf lends a timeless air to the painting.

The watercolor image changes depending on the time of day and the light.

At some angles the gold is barely discernible

at other times the gold dances and flickers.

The Brass Elephant!

I have had several people ask me where I found my brass elephants.

I literally stumbled over this pair in a thrift shop.

Initially, I thought I would take them home,

spray paint them in a soft white and use one for a ring holder

on my bedside table.

Shh..I heard a gasp!

Yes, I was going to paint them!

 I would keep one and give one to my daughter.

Then,

I placed them in a vignette

and now...

I think they are going to stay brass for while.

I found more brass pachyderms on Etsy.

A few, I like better than my own!

Maybe you will find one you like.

The White Pepper

Wishing Wells Glass

Found In The Ground

Young Heart Old Soul

Amelia Rose Vintage

Dressing Room Interiors

Our Sierra Treasures

Clyde Home

Wishing Wells Glass

Style and Fashion!

What is cobalt, lime, green and aqua?

"Atlantic Tilt",

the latest geometric abstract painting in my shop.

A multi-layered watercolor technique, embellished with gold leaf.

A little bit of style,

A little bit of fashion!

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Limezinnias Design

Joss and Main

Caitlin Wilson Textiles

The Pink Pagoda

Kate Spade

An Abstract Backdrop!

An abstract backdrop with a curated setting.

The paintings,

"Splurge" & "Beaucoup De Colours"

 are from my shop,

this is what they look like

enlarged on canvases.

Contact me for pricing at my Etsy Shop.

1. Raindrops Mirror  2. Cowhide Rug   
3. Room Divider 4. Side Table
5. Love Seat  6. Wall Sconces 
 7. Coral Throw Pillow  8. Blue Stool 

9.  Sequoia Coffee Table  10. Turquoise Vase   
11. Tray  12. Tangerine Lamps  13. Stupa Vase  
14. Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon Pillows

Can A Dorm Be Stylish On A Dime?

Here are some fetching ideas for dorm rooms

 I have been collecting on Pinterest.

The first room has pretty elements that could easily 
be found in a thrift store or consignment shop.

The white mirror, brass lamp, and accessories all full of character.

I love the graphic element behind the cliche' dorm bed.

Notice the covered bulletin board for jewelry. 

via Pinterest - Kara Paslay Designs

So, what are some items to be looking for?

1) Vintage finds that will add charm.

2) A cozy rug (hide that dorm floor).

3) Floor pillows for comfort and friends.

4) Paint your cork board.

( for a full tutorial here).

The Happy Home Blog

5) A pallet (Paint it. If you cannot hang it, prop it up)

6) Lots of photos of friends and family, display liberally!

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7) Commando Hooks!  Love Commando hooks!

(Hang purses, backpack, hats, pictures, scarves...think outside the box.

8) Keep the bedding simple and take a warm throw, 

maybe down...

(that way you can change accessories and change the look).

9) An inexpensive swag light from Ikea adds light and ambience.

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So, there you go.

Some simple tips, a little different than what you find on every

college list.

See how you can make your dorm, look like the next best thing to 

home. 

Fresh From The Garden!

Ranunculus, "Fresh From The Garden",

in a beautiful heirloom vase.

This is a new painting in my shop.

Embellished with gold flecks, for added glamour.

Le Jardin Dining Room!

Here is a dining room where the artwork takes center stage.

Any of the art at Limezinnias Design may be ordered in canvas prints. 

You choose the size.

Just contact me for pricing.

1) Starburst Mirror 2) Labryrinth Blue Cotton Pile Rug 3) Dining Chairs

 4) Buffet 5) Melrose Table Lamp 6) Mercury Vase 

7) Round Porcelain Bowl 8) Dining Table 9) Mosaic Mirror 

10) Chandalier 11) Artwork "Le Jardin de Coulours"

Modern Abstract...Pink n' Orange!

 There is something about pink n' orange together that just makes a person smile!

Sophisticated, but girly.

Pretty, but stylish.

It can add some youthful, spice to a grown up room!

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Limezinnias Design

House and Home

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It Feels Like Spring!

I am sure it may not be feeling like spring everywhere...

but here,

it feels like spring!

Limezinnias Design

Limezinnias Design

I Can See Clearly Now...

I have long been a fan of clear chairs.
My favorite ghost chairs are by Philippe Starck.
I know they are not new on the scene, but  

the other day, on the blog,
Design by Mankind,

 the transparent chair was featured in

"buttercup" yellow!

I have seen it in color before, 

but this time I looked twice.

Kartell La Marie Transparent Light Yellow

I did not even know I liked yellow that much!

Kartell Louis Ghost Chair

Anime Acrylic Chair

I have been collecting photos of the transparent chair in a variety of settings.
Personally, I like the chair best,
 when paired with the contrast of
opaque furniture.

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House of Fifty

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I also have discovered I like the idea of color.

If you had to choose a color,

would you be able too?

They are all just so pretty!

LouLou Ghost

Kartell La Marie Transparent Chairs