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Posts in category "Inspiration"

Outdoor Accessorizing

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It’s almost that time to freshen and accessorize the exterior of our homes! Here are a few great products and some outdoor inspiration to get you started. Click here to Enlarge... Read more »
By amyleaf,
April 15, 2012 at 11:06 am
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Winter White

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With all the snow falling in Chicago, I can’t help love all the white!  Why not bring the winter white into your home? Here’s a little inspiration… Connect With Amy Leaf Design in Other Places: My Shop  / Pinterest / FB / Twitter / My Roots ... Read more »
By amyleaf,
January 18, 2012 at 10:39 am
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Wild for Design

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Design Doesn’t Always Have to Be Safe! When Designing sometimes we tend to choose items that are safe and typical.  If you are looking for more of an artistic and unexpected look you should think a little outside the box!  Here are a few sculptural and artistic products that I am a big fan of... Read more »
By amyleaf,
November 10, 2011 at 10:04 am
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Design Chicago

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Design Chicago Design Chicago 2011 was held at the Merchandise Mart yesterday and today with a line up of great interior designers.  I had the opportunity to see  Juan Montoya’s seminar and Kathryn Ireland’s wonderful presentation.  Both were very inspiring and delightful to meet in person.  Juan’s work ranges from Modern clean lines to Mediterranean... Read more »
By amyleaf,
October 13, 2011 at 4:04 pm
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A Fall Home...

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As Fall Approaches, I am reminded of the change in the air and a fresh start to a new season.  I love to open all the windows and let the crisp air fill my home, it’s like a detox for the home.   Here are ways to give your home a fresh new start and... Read more »
By amyleaf,
September 9, 2011 at 7:33 am
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What to do with Chalkboard Paint!

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There are many options and useful ideas for chalkboard paint! You can cover a small wall for notes and grocery lists in your kitchen or paint an accent wall in your child’s bedroom to capture wonderful masterpieces.  One really fun idea I just saw on Home by Novogratz was adding chalkboard paint to a master... Read more »
By amyleaf,
August 18, 2011 at 9:01 am
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Bits of Blue...

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Bits of Blue…. Blue is one of my favorite colors little bits of blue are found throughout my house. I love how soothing any shade of blue can be.  Check out these great uses of blue and add a bit of blue to your home.   sources: vintageluxe, hotel breakfast, french by design, fromscandaviawithlove, emmas.blogg... Read more »
By amyleaf,
August 8, 2011 at 1:12 pm
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What's Hot and Mod..

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What is hot and modern for your home?  Take a look at the following items for some fun inspiration! Sources: cherry chair blue side table nesting tables geometric cabinet kelly green chair blue floor lamp... Read more »
By amyleaf,
July 24, 2011 at 9:00 am
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Fun Side Tables...

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By Adding a Fun Pop of Color or Interesting Side Table to Any Room Is An Easy and An Affordable Detail! Here’s Are a Few Fun Side Tables That Would Do the Trick: Side Table Sources: Ginger Blue Table Twist Side Tables CasaMidy Table Luca Side Table Vitra Cork Stool Nixon Side Table Lorna Side... Read more »
By amyleaf,
May 22, 2011 at 8:31 pm
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A Little Can Go A Long Way...

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I’ve been in a creative spirit this week. Many people always ask for me for little, inexpensive ways to spruce up or add interest to their spaces.  Here’s some good examples of how a little can go a long way: 1. I am in love with this flame stich wallcovering for example.  It packs a... Read more »
By amyleaf,
April 27, 2011 at 10:08 am
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