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At Home Friday Favorites 1.21.11

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From editor in chief Diane Carroll: “Needing a dose of color to counteract snowy gray days? Will of Bright Bazaar is my go to source. Love all the graphic, vibrant colors here.” (“Happy Weekend” from Bright.Bazaar)

From account executive Kathy Condrey: “This drink sounds delicious. Bring on the warm weather!” (“Cocktails at Six: The Capri” from Coco+Kelley)

From art director Mandy Keener: “Super idea! Perfect for any outdoor space…even indoors.” (“Rebar Chairs” from Ouno Design)

From advertising coordinator Laura LaRue: “In my next house I would LOVE to have open shelves to display all my dishes and cute bowls…Love that look.” (“Dishes on Display” from My Sweet Savannah)

From associate editor Paulette Pearson: “This is basically my style summed up in one image. An eclectic mix with clean lines and both traditional and modern tendencies. Loving the crown molding, fireplace and all the light and white with pops of color. So fresh and cozy!” (“Inspiration for My Guest Bedroom” from Made by Girl)

From marketing coordinator Lauren Strother: “Adore this resource room. I think I could conquer the world in there!” (“I Want to Work Here!” from Flipflops and Pearls)

Friday Favorites + Happy Mother’s Day Weekend!

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From editor in chief Diane Carroll: “Fun to see our friend Mona Thompson of Providence Ltd. included here, with a great roundup of guest bloggers talking about their favorite antique pieces. Love the Swedish style, and love Mona’s bathroom too (we featured her house in November of last year!). (2 Cents on Antiques (Via Fab Blog Friends) via Splendid Willow)

From art director Mandy Keener: “This makes me giddy! Love this & such a great cause.” (“Lisa Bengtsson for Save the Children” via decor8)

From advertising coordinator Laura LaRue: “Wow….you had me at frilly cake. These all look delicious. Beautiful images too.” (“Table for Two: Call Me Cupcake” via This is Glamorous)

From account executive Stevi Jackson: “I’m so happy to have D Home back in blog world! I could curl up with a good book in a chair full of these silk pillows for a mini-vacation any day.” (“Vintage Scarves Make Pretty Pillows” via D Magazine)

From associate editor Paulette Pearson: “A beautiful tribute to mothers this holiday weekend from Coco+Kelley.” (Happy (Famiglia” Weekend” via Coco+Kelley)

 

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friday favorites: art, family spaces, winter wardrobe

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From associate editor/online editor Paulette Pearson: “When I have time, I love to sit down and sketch. The artist Inslee Haynes is absolutely one of my favorites. I love her loose brush strokes, use of watercolors, and fashionable creations…” (“November” from Inslee)

From editor in chief Diane Carroll: “So fun to see this family space on the Tobi Fairley blog, which is next to a kitchen we featured a few months ago. This is a super high energy family, and I love the serene palette Tobi created for them.” (“Fit for a family” from Tobi’s Blog)

From account executive Catherine Barron: “I love this, especially being from Arkansas. An eye catching red coat is a staple in this state. I must get a new one soon!” (“Fall must-have: The chic red coat” from Coco+Kelley)

From art director Mandy Keener: “Well..isn’t that swell. Loving this Free Art project for Seattle’s First Thursday Art Walk. Maybe I should do this here in Little Rock….hmm….” (“I’m jealous of Zoe Williams” from the Jealous Curator)

friday favorites : neon dream, charming abode, garden party, raspberry mojito

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From art director Mandy Keener: “Oh my! The neon, the curtains & the ceiling…what an amazing space. If only to be a teen again….” {“Neon Dream” from SF Girl by Bay}

From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “This house is so charming!! I am in love with all the character and those light blue shutters sure do catch my eye! Wish I could move in.” {“The Sweetest Little House” from Milk & Honey Home}

From associate/online editor Rosemary Hallmark: “Cassandra’s garden party inspiration board is a bit too inspiring…I might have to throw together a similar shindig before summer’s end!” {“A Mid-Summer Garden Party” from Coco+Kelley}

From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “I try to have a party at the end of every summer. In the past I’ve done several themes: wine and cheese, back to childhood, movies, etc. I am so excited I saw this recipe for Raspberry Mint Mojitos! Don’t you think these would be the perfect signature drink for a pink party?” {“Raspberry Mint Mojitos” from Eat Yourself Skinny}

 

friday favorites : midnight in the garden, pumpkin bread, ping pong and more!

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From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I love, love, love this! So dark and moody. I think I might have to carve out some time for a Halloween dinner party this weekend.” {“Halloween Tabletop: Midnight in the Garden” from Coco+Kelley}

From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “I love recipes with pumpkin. I found this one on Pinterest and my mouth started watering. Hello weekend baking project!” {“Pumpkin and Cheese Spice Bread” from An Edible Mosaic}

From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “The entire 2012 Coastal Living Ultimate Beach House is so inspiring. And, this has got to be the cutest ping pong table I’ve ever seen. Hands down.” {“2012 Coastal Living Ultimate Beach House – Game Room & Theater” from Urban Grace Interiors}

From publisher Kelly Fraiser: “Give me a book and a glass of wine. This is favorite color combo. Actually I love everything about this room.” {“Tracery Interiors” from House of Turquoise}


From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “Cheese and Petit Jean Meats are two of my favorite foods. Add some fancy crackers and berries and I am hooked. Cheese boards are such easy appetizer!” {“Summer Sausage Cheese Board” from Taste Arkansas}

From senior account executive Jennifer Hay: “We had a blast at Lewis Lighting’s Holiday Open House last night! The store looks awesome and I love all the new stuff.” {“See What’s New at Lewis Lighting and Home” from Edison Avenue}

 

friday favorites : chic boutique, thanksgiving diy, bar carts, closet and loft love

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From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “A glam boutique hotel in Nantucket? WHY AM I NOT THERE AT THIS VERY MOMENT? This space is so chic, I think I need a vacation. Pronto.” {“Rachel Reider Interiors + Chapman House” from House of Turquoise}

From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “I must have holiday parties on the brain! These three clever ways to set up a bar are great solutions for any space — large or small. Cheers!” {“In the Details: Where to Put that Bar″ from Coco+Kelley}

From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “Who doesn’t love to doodle at the table? We’ll have to set up a special table for my niece and nephew next week with paper and include a side of crayons. They’ll love it! Maybe I’ll join ’em!” {“DIY Kraft Paper Thanksgiving Tables” from The Kitchn}

From art director Mandy Keener: “I love this loft so much had to say it 3 times! Love, love this loft.” {“Here’s looking at you, loft” from SF Girl by Bay}

From account executive Emilie Head: “It’s such a dream closet! And who wouldn’t love to have that many shoes?!” {“Fabulous Closets” from MLH Designs}

From account executive Tara Johnson: “I love Caitlin Wilson’s textile line, it is bright, fun and full of bold patterns. Her apartment is no different and I’m jealous of how effortlessly she mixes and matches.” {“Caitlin Wilson Design” from House of Turquoise}

From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “Everyone loves to see their place at the table. Great idea for Thanksgiving (or any other dinner party for that matter)!” {“DIY: Chalked Charger” from Delight by Design}

friday favorites: let the festivities begin!

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From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “Ok! I’m ready! Is it Christmas yet? The boyfriend and I host a Friendsgiving dinner every year, so I’ve managed to talk myself out of turning right around and throwing a Christmas party too, but posts like this make that very, very difficult!” {“ensemble…” from Lox Papers}

From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Being newly engaged I can’t seem to get enough color palette inspiration these days! I liked this scheme not just for a wedding, but for a memorable New Year’s Eve party. ” {“Board#223 Black Tie & Sparkles″ from Magnolia Rouge}

(Looking for your own wedding color palette inspiration? Check out our Weddings in Arkansas blog.)

From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “I love how graphic these are and the gold edges add the perfect amount of glam. The black and white lamp is definitely on my wish list. I hope Santa’s elves are reading this!! :)” {“The Erin Gates for Jill Rosenwald Collection” from Elements of Style}

From art director Mandy Keener: “Celebrate Black Friday with this happy Blue Christmas from Sweet Paul. I’m totally inspired by this mix of antique gold, rust and winter teal. Cheers to fabulous Christmas color schemes!” {“Sweet Paul Blue Christmas” from Bright Bazaar}

From publisher Kelly Fraiser: “Love, love, love this breakfast nook!” {“Breakfast Nook Look: Built-In Banquette Seating” from COCOCOZY}

From senior account executive Jennifer Hay: “Love the burlap Christmas decor!” {“DIY Holiday Decor with Burlap” from Paul Michael Company}

From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “”You can never have enough coasters. These coasters are stylish and easy to DIY. I think they would make a great hostess gift.” {“Holi-DIY: Cork Coasters” from Coco+Kelley}

From account executive Emilie Head: “The Chrismas countdown has started! I love this spin on the traditional chocolate filled Advent calendar!” {“every morning…” from My Sweet Savannah}

friday favorites : monograms, emerald, recipes, manicures and more

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From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I don’t have a middle name, which means I’m always very envious of people who have things monogrammed because I’m missing that necessary third initial. That’s why I LOVE Mark & Graham’s numerous monogram options, and fell in love with Camille’s Mark & Graham inspired tabletop.” {“Mark & Graham Challenge: A Crimson Holiday” from Camille Styles} From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Hooray for Emerald, Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year! I’m definitely a green girl, so I could see this shade on everywhere from an upholstered botanical piece to lacquered walls. I especially love this inspiration from Coco + Kelley.” {“Celebrating in Emerald Green″ from Coco+Kelley} Want to see more Emerald ideas? Read Tobi Fairley’s Color Confidential post on our blog. From art director Mandy Keener: “Shiny & fun! Totally doing this for some of my festive friends!” {“DIY Confetti Surprise Jars” from Studio DIY} From publisher Kelly Fraiser: “I love the combination of blue and green vintage ornaments on this mod tinsel tree!” {“Mod Mix Monday 30” from Mod Vintage Life} From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “There’s something about this time of year that inspires everyone to make their favorite family recipes. I really want to try this Rum Cake!” {“Holiday Tradition: Aunt Gay’s Rum Cake” from Eat Drink Smile} From account executive Emilie Head: “This manicure idea from Tulip Louise is too fun! I may have to try the nail polish and caviar pearls combination for a different holiday look!” {“ciate caviar holiday manicure” from Tulip Louise} From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I think those three little words say it all.” {“Girl Scout Cookies” from spoon fork bacon}

friday favorites : last-minute christmas ideas

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Need some last-minute Christmas inspiration? Our favorite blog posts from around the web this week are sure to help with everything from cookie and cocktail recipes to last-minute decor ideas! From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I loved Emily’s unique holiday decor. The pink, navy and gold palette was modern and fun, and the wall of gifts was too cute.” {“Home for the Holidays with HGTV’s Emily Henderson” from The Glitter Guide} From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Im crushing over these agate lamps. They’re a big trend for 2013 and remind me of the chandelier featured in our Style story this month!” {“Style This: Agate Lamp″ from Coco+Kelley} From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “There’s still time to add holiday cheer around your home!! You could even change up the ribbon to keep them up after the holidays. Merry Christmas!!” {“3 Wreaths to Make for the Holidays” from Oh Happy Day} From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “This time of year I am obsessed with cookies and these sugar cookies look incredible. I might need to make some on Christmas day.” {“Tasty Treats: Cardamom Sugar Cookies” from Jacquelyn Clark} From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “My boyfriend has gotten a bit cocktail connoisseur-y, so I’ll have to show him these festive cocktail recipes!” {“Holiday Spirits” from Note to Self} From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Even the guy you know best can be hard to buy for sometimes. I welcome any and all suggestions, and this guide has a little bit of everything!” {“Holiday Gift Guide for Men” from Cupcakes and Cashmere}

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