Anyone who has made a habit of reading Stylin' Mamma over the years knows I love me a statement necklace. Everyone talks about how handbags and shoes are fun to shop for because they never make you feel fat, and I am going to go ahead and boldly throw statement necklaces into that category. A lot of the other bloggers I read make a daily habit of wearing dainty little chains with dainty... Read more
Unless you've been in a cave, I'm sure you've seen everyone's latest obsession... the pineapple. It can be found everywhere, from fashion to wine stoppers.Believe it or not, there are some stylish pieces out there and it doesn't all look like it belongs in the tropics... Check it out. 1. Art Print via Minted 2. Sweatshirt via Blackfive 3. Planter via Poketo 4. Bottle Stopper via William & Sonoma 5... Read more
With an 8 month old and a 3 year old and all their accompanying toys and gear, our house is starting to feel a little cramped. Add a hardware business, employee, and part-time nanny to the mix and it is really starting to feel like we are all on top of each other. Our house is arranged as follows: On the main floor, we have our living, dining, kitchen and powder rooms. Upstairs are three bedrooms... Read more
Every once in a while I come across a room that makes me not hate "beige". The amount of black details and graphic patterns in this space balance out the otherwise boring nature of a beige living room.DESIGN BLUEPRINTArtprint (left) via Minted Artprint (right) via Minted Floor Lamp via Henredon & Schoener Sofa via Pottery Barn Ottoman via World Market Faux Fur via Ikea Accent Pillow (left) via Lulu &... Read more
In honor of the presenters with the least chemistry at the recent Golden Globe Awards, who will soon star in a much anticipated film based on the popular book... I bring you Shades of Grey, for the home.1. Floor Lamp via West Elm 2. Candle Holder via Areaware 3. Dinnerware via Habitat 4. Ruffle Pillow via Aura Home 5. Zebra Pillow via Bloomingdale's 6. Barstool via Habitat 7. Wingback Chair via Schoolh... Read more
OK guys - I'm almost done showing you bathroom concept boards. Are you tired of them yet?So far you've seen the Urban Farmhouse kitchen, master bath, kids' bath, and guest bath. Now on to the powder room. This is a more public room used by both the residents and guests, so I figured we could go for more impact and something funky in here.Option 1 injects a dose of fun with a whimsical but moody... Read more
As we enter a new year, I thought we would take a look at this beautifully designed foyer. This entryway from House Beautiful is a pretty balance between modern and country style living. It's clean and uncluttered, but the materials and textures lend a rustic vibe. Want this look...? DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Mirror via World Market Sconces via Neenas Table Lamp via Lamps Plus Wire Basket via Lightly Drop... Read more
Happy Holidays Everyone! I hope you had a nice Christmas and have something fun (and not too anti-climactic) planned for new years.I've now shown you the kitchen, master bath and kids' bath for the Urban Farmhouse project. Now on to the guest bath. We didn't want to spend a ton in here but we wanted to keep that modern rustic feel and also fit as much as we could into the small space.Option 1... Read more
Stylin' Mamma has been a little stumped lately on what to write about. Another post on holiday dressing? Another post on clothes that do double-duty? Sigh. Such is the life of the blogger: we write all the time, and we inevitably go through phases where we get a little one-note. So here's what's new with me: I've launched a lifestyle website dedicated to the 4th Trimester mama. It's called postmodyrn... Read more
Hi Everyone. Happy Christmas Eve Eve. I hope you have all reached your final holiday destinations and are enjoying a little relaxation before the mayhem begins. Over the past couple of weeks I've shown you some concepts for the Urban Farmhouse project I'm working on in LA, first the kitchen, and then the master bath. Next up is the kids' bathroom. My clients have a wee one currently (about Lucy's... Read more
It wouldn't be right not to shop for the best, most stylish calendar to get us through 2015 on-trend! Here's some beautiful options...1. Travel the World via Urbanic 2. Calligraphy Letterpress via Bloom Letterpress 3. Stendig via Crate & Barrel 4. Gem & Minerals via Leif 5. Beaute via Rifle Paper 6. Sugar Paper via Target 7. Kukkuu via Marimekko Inspiration image via Tiny Sidekick - Cori Read more
Another article went up yesterday for Postmodyrn. You can check it out here (as well as all of their other great articles about fashion, lifestyle post kiddos). And here it is:Well the Holidays have descended upon us and we’re in the depths of work holiday parties, get-togethers with friends, and family Christmas gatherings. This year we opted for the pre-lit faux tree and garland which I have... Read more