November 29, 2012

Gotta have these...Cath Kidston edition...

I had the pleasure of stopping in a Cath Kidston store in Chiswick in the UK last May and got on their mailing list.  Well, 'tis the season and the online shopping is phenomenal - so many choices, so many things, so little time!  It was very difficult, but, I chose just four items that would be great for stocking stuffers.  How many of you out there shop online as opposed to driving to the mall?  Happy shopping indeed!


Christmas To-Do Diary $14.00

This is a great idea for anyone who needs organisation
and lists to get things done -



Cut Roses Mug Crush Mug $8.00 - great for 
a hot cuppa!

Kempton Rose Travel Set $20.00 - luggage tag
and belt to secure your suitcase


2013 Tea Towel $16.00

(images cathkidston.com)

For more festive fun, go here -

Don't forget my shop is open and I have some great items for sale!

Also, I am offering my design services at great prices if you need a kitchen or bathroom
refresh, give me a call - monacointeriors76@yahoo.com




November 24, 2012

Saturday in the kitchen...plus 20% off in my shop...

I decided to post my old column today in honor of this adorable little minty green kitchen, which reminds me of my small cottage rental kitchen! I love small spaces since it forces you to delete items and not have more than you actually need. I am lounging and getting ready for a walk on the beach,
what are you up to today? Don't forget to visit my shop - 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING!! A couple of vintage items, one keepsake and a new pillow are on the block - ;-))

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Also feel free to visit my Pinterest boards here for fun -

Similar? maybe not the same chicness, but, its cute!


My little kitch - you can only see the corner of it, but the
stove is the same as the one in the minty green kitch -

Happy Saturday!!

STOP IN MY STORE!! 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING!!

(two images by me)

On a different note, RIP to one of my favorite actors Larry Hagman - thank
you for Major Nelson and JR Ewing - you were one of a kind -


Please check out pricing for my design services if you need a kitchen or 
bath refresh!! 



November 22, 2012

BLACK FRIDAY 20% OFF IN THE SHOP!!!

I have discounted my shop items 20% for the Black Friday frenzy! Except the vintage pillow which is 10% off so please have a look - I am also offering every item with FREE SHIPPING!!

Happy Turkey Day!! Below are some more pics of my beach, which I love and walked this morning. What are you thankful for today? and every day?






Hope you are having a fabulous day!!

(images by Sarah for Monaco Interiors)

xoxo

November 18, 2012

Gotta have these...Vintage Edition...

I have been remiss in posting my favorite column, but getting ready for Black Friday! Are you? The holidays will soon be upon us and it always happens so quickly and I am just barely prepared though, I don't have to buy a lot of presents, so I'm lucky.

I am including a vintage item from my new shop and the shipping is FREE! I am highlighting items from Etsy as well, so we have the option to support small businesses that are recycling great stuff for gifts this season!!


Vintage Pillow $15.00 - right here in my shop...



Vintage Cat Creamer - $32.00 Etsy shop -SeeDollyRun


Gorgeous Portugese potter - Etsy shop - CakeNumber9 - 
2 cups $38.00


Shabby chic window shutters from Etsy shop - backporchco
out of NJ for $42.00


See anything you like?? I do! Have a great week and 
thanks for stopping by!

xoxo

November 11, 2012

Monaco Interiors SHOP NOW OPEN!!

Hello and welcome to the grand opening of my little blog shop! I have listed 5 items and hope you will stop by and see what's for sale.  I will be adding more items this week, but, wanted to carefully choose what I am offering for the opening of the store today.

On another note, I went for two walks on the beach both yesterday and today so I am posting pics. I find the beach endlessly inspirational as I wrote last week.

My design services are now complete with what I offer as well, so if you click on 'Services' I have included pricing with PayPal to make it easy for clients.

Looking forward to another episode tonight of 'Once Upon a Time' though the writers are getting a bit away from the original story and I'm hoping it won't go the route of 'Lost' - I couldn't continue that show after the second season, as it became wacky.

Here is a sneak peek of a couple of items for sale in my shop:





And below, snaps on the beach:

Silver water

I'm outta here!

The log


I hope you have a great week! 
Don't forget to check out my new 'Services' and
my shop which is now OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!

;-))

(images by Sarah for Monaco Interiors)



November 5, 2012

Dear design diary...

I was so excited to see Ruthie Sommers in the new issue of 'Veranda!' - I haven't seen any of her work recently so its about time as she is one of my favorites. What a gorgeous home in Chicago - with signature Ruthie touches- pink, elephants, lots of color, Palm Beach style and wallpaper. Feast your eyes and let me know which room is your favorite!!


Purple, yellow and an elephant table 


Soothing and love the rugs -


Parisian salon style -


Lacquered walls - dramatic


Soft pink and tailored curtains


Gorgeous wallpaper in gray with green - stunning


Pink, pink and pink!


Gorgeous mirror, lattice cabinets and that light -


(all images by Francesco Lagnese for VERANDA)


Love the inspiration of Ruthie's style in these rooms - does it give you
any ideas to try in your home?  Paint color? wallpaper?
lighting? mirrors in the living room?

Food for thought -

I can help make your home fabulous - contact me at monacointeriors76@yahoo.com.

November 3, 2012

Endless inspiration...

Its been a roller coaster week with Hurricane Sandy devastating my home state of New Jersey - the images of the Jersey shore in ruins is very heartbreaking for all of us, not to mention that my 82 year old father has been without power for 5 days but just got it back two hours ago! I am beyond thrilled! I was so worried as I know what its like after living in New Hampshire and losing power on a regular basis, and during storms for a few days.

 I have had lots of personal changes in the last six months and I am now living at the beach in Maine, which has been phenomenal, in a word.  A co-worker told me I would take it for granted after awhile, but, I went for two walks on the beach today and I will NEVER take it for granted. I wanted to share my photos that I have been taking on my walks...I have never been so inspired, its unreal. I don't leave the house without my camera in case there is a great photo - do you feel this way? I have loved taking pictures since my Dad gave me a Canon Canonet 28 for my 17th birthday - what a great camera it was, you couldn't take a bad picture. Now, with digital, its amazing that a camera that doesn't cost a huge amount of money still takes fabulous photos. Enjoy and have a great Sunday and enjoy the EXTRA HOUR OF SLEEP!!! ;-0











Took the last few pics tonight on my second walk of the day - on weekends, 
I walk twice!  It is so relaxing and wonderful to walk on the beach, I 
never want to leave! Though, I saw the wrath of the ocean last week -
Hurricane Sandy is a reminder of Mother Nature's power -
Don't forget to turn the clocks back tonight! 
Happy sleeping -

Till next time -
thanks for stopping by -


(all images copyright of Monaco Interiors)