Mirrored Reflections….

A mirror like this can really be a dramatic statement piece in a room and an unexpected decor item to mix amongst personal photographs and framed art pieces. I like to place a mirror in an unexpected place as opposed … Continue reading

adding color to a room…

The best way to add color to any room is in bits and pieces. Check out how this bucket sets this counter top apart as country and unique. Using bright and unexpected colors but sparsely is the way to go. … Continue reading

the soul of place…

Last night, before bed I was pondering what makes space into place. This is one of my favorite things to think about architecturally speaking. I came up with soul. I am going to define the soul of place as: the … Continue reading

just a little bit of color for ya…

Bright color conjures up a lot of thought: fun, exciting, party, & pop. Here are just a few of the cool neon colored pieces I came across tonight. Here is a list of Bright Eyed fun for a late night like December … Continue reading

A Blue Christmas…

I think I am going to go Blue with my Christmas decor this year. I am in this nostalgic spirit that Blue really emulates. Blue is unexpected for Christmas but so beautiful… it reminds me of this Ceramic Christmas tree … Continue reading

top gifts for moms-to-be

tis the season for buying and if you have a few new moms on your list or are heading to a baby shower anytime soon I have a few ideas for you. By far my top… can’t live without through … Continue reading

yellow and red branch painting

Just finished this new piece. I am finding lots to paint while on walks with my daughter in the afternoon. If you are interested in this piece you can see more detail here on my amy+mayd etsy site.