After a long week at work, capped off by the gorgeous spectacle of the Royal Wedding, I am now able to talk about a kitchen, which seems so trivial in comparison to events that have happened around the world. But, this is something completely different and not a kitchen that you see everyday. I hope you all have a great weekend!!

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Yesterday, as I had "Nights in Rodanthe" playing on the TV with Richard Gere and Diane Lane, I decided to get cracking on my new wall treatment from "Urban Walls."  Because I rent my house, I can't put up wallpaper but wanted to make one wall in my bedroom a focal point. So, here is my project in steps:

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I just love the rustic look of this gorgeous bathroom, which, I think is in Australia. I love the slipper tub in the middle of the room with soothing colors, sparkly chandelier, white walls and open windows. The worn pale blue wood floor adds some subtle color. Cool breezes no doubt...hope you all have a lovely Easter...

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After an extremely busy week, finally Saturday and time off has arrived! Another gorgeous kitchen from the UK done in IKEA's Rubrik Applad...in a light blush pink. This little kitchen is so cool with pretty colors and the floor in an unfinished wood. Love it!

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I know everyone in the blog world is very familiar with Dwell Studio's work, so I thought it would be great to highlight a bit of their fabric collection at Calico Corners. Dwell Studio for Robert Allen @Home Fabrics is a beautiful collection of "graphic prints and bold colors" by founder Christiane Lemieux. Her fabrics can go in any design scheme, and with so many different styles, each can lend a uniqueness to homes, offices, yachts and restaurants. For more fabrics go here.

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Since I rent my house, I am unable to put wallpaper on my walls. So, the next best thing is 'Urban Walls' on Etsy...I found this cool site and bought a pattern to highlight a bedroom wall. If you are looking for something totally unique, easy to apply and easy to take off (a huge bonus for renters!), then look no further - head over to Etsy.com and check it out. Great for any room, kids rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, TV room etc.

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I have been searching for months for the perfect curtains for my bedroom. I already have great curtains, but they are old and I would like to update the room with new window treatments. I am looking for a blue and white pattern with cotton mix, or 100% cotton. So far, IKEA is the only store that has anything remotely similar to what I'm looking for, in excellent price ranges. Other options are big box stores like KMart, Wal-Mart or Target. Oh, and I don't want to spend a fortune!! 




IKEA's Lummig curtain rod set for $14.99 in white or black...something simple... IKEA certainly offers great pricing and I love that they sell curtains in pairs, not per panel. Another option would be IKEA's simple white canvas blinds and forgo the curtains. I only have 2 windows to cover, but it is very tricky finding the right patterns and colors.  An important note is that one window is close to a wall, so I have to be careful what curtain rods I choose. What do you think? Any preference or suggestions?

Hope you have a great Monday!!


(images me and Ikea.com)

Do you need help decorating your space? I can assist with any space so please contact me at monacointeriors76@yahoo.com to discuss your unique ideas and plans for your home.

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Back to the UK for an inspiring spa-like bath. This beautiful screen caught my eye and I can't help but choose bathrooms with freestanding tubs. I guess they say 'spa' to me more than anything else. This ultra-modern bath manages to look fresh and relaxing with shiny surfaces, bright orange flower screen and cool stool.

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I thought I would post a photo of a designer's kitchen and who better than Christopher Peacock? The Englishman who brought us the white kitchen has a fantastic space in his Connecticut home. With Brazilian cherry floors, white cabinets and gorgeous orange and white window treatments, this kitchen is thoroughly fresh and modern.

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I just LOVE this shot of Elizabeth Taylor in her parents house in Beverly Hills in 1948. In particular is the lovely pedestal sink that has not gone out of style - EVER.  Six decades on and working in the showroom, we sell a lot of pedestal sinks for the smaller bathroom or for the discerning homeowner who loves the elegant look.  Notice too the lovely faucet with cross handles...you don't see many movie stars photographed in their bathrooms!

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I got the cutest swatch back from Spoonflower and I'm expecting some more (swatches) that I designed, but, thought I would post these for fun...I did random designs that aren't anything special, its just great to see something you made come to fruition. I thought you might get a kick out of one fabric, especially.

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My mother passed away six years ago but I submitted her picture to Lucky magazine and they decided to run her story in their 'My Mom, The Style Icon' series.  I love the picture and my mother would have been absolutely over the moon to be featured in a national magazine.  Thank you to the editors of Lucky for running my mother's story. She was very fashionable all her life and loved clothes, jewelry, handbags and shoes...don't we all??!!

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A simply gorgeous tub today painted in an eye catching purple with chrome details...how would you like to lounge in this tub for an hour?? After a bit of exercise, I will be off to have lunch with a friend today. I have some fun things to post in the next week, so I hope you will come back for a visit!! Have a great Sunday!

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Hello Blogland! I hope everyone here in New England is enjoying fabulous spring weather and that everyone around the world is having a fantastic weekend and enjoying the weather too. I am posting a great little kitchen that just happened to be in the 'Coastal Living' magazine that I bought about a year or so ago. I loved it so much and when I was researching a kitchen for today's post, I thought it would be perfect. I am so late posting because I had to work today and it was hectic!!! What recession?? We are soooo busy, its crazy! Its a good thing, but we need more help in the showroom.

Here is the little redesigned cottage on an island off the west coast of Florida:

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