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One of A Kind Show

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One of a Kind Show Chicago Chicago’s most unique and artistic show is coming to town this week.  The One of a Kind show runs Dec. 1-4th at the Merchandise Mart Chicago. Click here for hours and details. More than 600 artists from around North America bring their imagination and handmade products alive for you... Read more »
By amyleaf,
November 30, 2011 at 7:44 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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Chicago Land Antiquing...

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Fun Antiquing.. I have been to several great antique fairs lately and wanted to share some inspiration and a few great places to shop. First stop is Jan’s Antiques in Chicago located at 225 North Racine Ave.   This shop has literally everything and anything you can imagine.  I have been in many antique stores... Read more »
By amyleaf,
October 31, 2011 at 9:31 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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Fashion In Design.

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Take Fashion Home As we look to new fashion trends and fall colors this season, I am reminded of how fashion and interior design collide. From picking out your daily outfit to what color you should paint a wall. Here I was inspired by two different handbags.  Two different shades of green = two different directions... Read more »
By amyleaf,
September 29, 2011 at 8:25 am
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The Guide: Mirrors

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The Guide to Mirrors: Today’s collection contains some of the best mirrors on the market and for a great price! Prices range from $200-$500 and it doesn’t always have to be new to be the best.  Don’t forget to look at places like craiglist or etsy for some unique vintage finds. Click here to view... Read more »
By amyleaf,
September 23, 2011 at 8:10 am
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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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Room of the Day....

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Room of the day… I love adding a larger head chair to a dining room.  It not only gives height and grounds the room but it’s an affordable way to create more interest at the table!   via pinterest... Read more »
By amyleaf,
August 23, 2011 at 7:44 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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