Inspiring your Home and Lifestyle
Dec. 1, 6, 7, 13, and 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In addition to a tour of the home and gardens followed by lunch, some dates include hands-on demonstrations. $96.75. pallensmith.com…
Would you like to put your own stamp on holiday decorating? If this question was posed on a survey, responses would overwhelmingly be in the affirmative. Who wouldn’t want to use elements, colors, and a decorating scheme that matches their own taste and color preferences. But time after time, we haul boxes down out of the attic and set up the same red-and-green color pairing, along with the same items we dust off and place around the room.
I think you can decorate for the holidays and put your own personality and references in it, all without much work. Pick two colors you want to use. They can be hot colors, or cool. ‘Hot’ refers to reds and oranges, ‘cool’ to their opposites on the color wheel. A pairing of these colors works best because you want to limit your theme, so it’s readily seen. I love cool colors, and have accessories throughout my house that reflect my predilections. You will, too. And, instead of adding all the individual items that proclaim Christmas, limit them. I chose to use ornaments solely for the simple reason I have so many. Think about those boxes in the attic; I bet you have a lot, too. Use a mass of these items, not just a few, and pile them up.
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In October, acclaimed designer Chris Goddard took over our Instagram feed for 48 hours during his almost two weeks of travel through Morocco. Today, we’re excited to share a more in-depth look at some of his favorite stops along the way.
Morocco has become a personal destination of rejuvenation for me in terms of color, texture, design, fragrance and cuisine.
From the century-old medinas in Fes and Marrakech—touching every possible sense—to the peaceful serenity of the desert, which calms the soul, I find great inspiration which I try to incorporate into all of my designs. Eclectic interiors and rooms that tell a story are a few Goddard Design Group trademarks. Below are two aspects that speak strongly to me….
Little Rock designer Krista Lewis of K. Lewis Interior Design has become known for her timeless, polished interiors over the past 17 years. She has now entered another stage of her residential design business by opening a studio in Little Rock’s Riverdale Design District. “We wanted a space where we could meet with clients, receive furniture and store it, and have a small showroom,” Krista says, noting that the shop’s offerings will continue to grow over time.
You can visit K. Lewis Interior Design at 2305 Cantrell Road. Go to klewisinteriordesign.com for more information.
This post originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of At Home in Arkansas.
After years of looking for the perfect hanging beds for the Antique Brick Outdoors showroom, colleagues Loren Layton and Megan Thomas decided to design their own. “We always get requests at Antique Brick for outdoor hanging beds,” Loren explains. “We attend market every year, but we’ve never found a source where we loved the design. So we decided to start Melo.” The name, Melo, reflects the names of its creators—“me” for Megan and “lo” for Loren.
The duo, both central Arkansas natives, created four designs named after local neighborhoods—Heights, SoMa, Hillcrest, and Argenta—that tend to feature historic homes with front porches. “We picture these beds on porches where people enjoy them year-round,” Loren says. “We named them after these neighborhoods because they are designed and manufactured here, and we wanted them to reflect that.” Melo made its debut at Casual Market Chicago in September.
Visit meloliving.com for more information.
This post originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of At Home in Arkansas.
Learn from the professionals at one of these Arkansas classes
Joon Bridal,Fayetteville
Nov. 16 at 6:30 pm
Join Faith Hundley to create a holiday wreath using a mix of fresh greenery and berries. Class is $65; materials and cookies from The Copper Cookie Co., cider, and other holiday treats provided. Email flowers@faithhundley.com to register. …
There’s a lot to be said about meeting people’s expectations when it comes to seasonal decorating. After all, you don’t use shamrocks for Valentine’s Day, or lush banks of blooming flowers for the Halloween show on your front lawn. But you aren’t limited to a certain number of elements or prescribed colors every time you create a seasonal show. Many elements can be injected into your holiday tablescape that are not just unusual in themselves, but also bring in a color you might not have thought to use before. And that color can be from the purple family.
The color range for fall decor is typically restricted to the fiery tones, and for good reason. Ripened squash and pumpkins are always in various oranges or yellows, leaves turn into flame, mature wheat and cornstalks are, well, the color of mature wheat and cornstalks. But think back to art class and that color wheel. The use of contrasting colors, which are found on the opposite side of the wheel, can bring a bit of zing into your design. And they don’t have to be wildly exotic. Using African violets and a thrilling cerise phalaenopsis—both of which can be found at my nursery, as well as lots of other sources—can add a much-needed note of newness to your design.
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As the temperatures begin to dip, it’s time to start prepping your garden for autumn and winter. To get an idea of what we should be doing before it gets too cold out, we talked to Sharon Carr and Ryan Sniegocki at Hocott’s Garden Center—and also asked what they’re growing this fall. “I do Indian Hawthorns and twice-blooming azaleas in my front yard,” Sharon says. “In my side yard, I have loropetalums, and in my backyard along my fence, that’s where I have all my edibles. I have a little vegetable garden back there where I grow cabbage, kale, swiss chard, pansies, and mums.”
Read on for three items to add to your to-do list to prep your garden for the colder months.
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In our October issue, we shared the Cheesy Rice Waffle recipe from Riceland’s Mobile Cafe. Pair a stack of those waffles with this belly-warming chili for a perfect fall feast.
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In our recent Kitchens & Baths issue, we featured a kitchen that designer Larry West, Jr. updated for a family who loves to cook and entertain. One part of the kitchen’s transformation including bringing a wall forward about 6 feet to be able to accommodate a larger beverage bar in what was formerly a cramped hallway. Scroll below to see the transformation, and click here to read the full story.
From the story: “Prior to the renovation, it was just a hallway. Now, her pantry, another feature she didn’t really have before, fits here as well. It is so organized and everything is easy to reach. It’s got a bar area, wine fridge, refrigerated drawers, and a coffee station. There’s also a commercial icemaker since they do entertain a lot.” — Larry West, Jr. Read the full story.
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