Chic Bargains from Around the Web

Happy Monday my friends!  It's been a whirlwind sort of weekend, but today I wanted to share some super chic bargains to be found on the interwebs.

Keep your credit card at the ready.

First is this lovely pillow cover from West Elm.  I love all things marbleized and this silk pillow is at the top of my list.  Currently on sale for $19.99

                                                                      here

Equally lovely is the green colorway

And from an unlikely source, these linen grosgrain ribbon trimmed curtain panels from Country curtains are crisp and affordable.

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I'm not sure how I feel about this next one.  You be the judge.

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Lowe's has a bootleg Sputnik for $189.

And finally, this blue & white paisley wallpaper from Wayfair is a super steal at $5.10.

here.

And speaking of wallpaper, my friend Sharon from Novara Way is sharing a little wallpaper love at her place.  Read about it here.

The Green Room Interiors provides interior decorating and design services to happy homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.  If you'd like to discover the joy of living in a well designed home, contact Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

Fish Scales

Today we're talking fish scales.  This pattern, like many patterns that most consider "modern", has been around for centuries.  The most recognizable application that comes to mind is the fish scale shingles seen on the exteriors of houses of the Victorian era. Fish scale shingles were used mainly in the gables of these homes.

Image from Flickr user sftrajan

And sometimes the fish scale design was used on roofing shingles.

But we're talking about  the here and the now, and the fish scale design seems to be gaining popularity - again.

"Nippon" wallpaper in Emerald from Mimou  Love this one!

Cole & Son's "Feather Fan" wallpaper

Fish scales would be an easy fit in the bathroom

Here is a modern bathroom by Emily Henderson that features fish scale tiles on the floor.

And another bathroom that features fish scale tiles on the shower walls.  

Image via Pinterest,  original source unknown

I love how the fish scale pattern was used as a border on the rug below.  It adds interest while being understated.

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And for those of you that want to add a little touch of fish scale without a major commitment, why not add a fish scale pillow?

or this shower curtain from Jonathan Adler.

What do you think?  Do you like the fish scale pattern?

The Green Room Interiors provides Interior Decorating and Design services to happy  homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.  If you'd like to discover the joy of living in a well designed home, contact Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

Project Dollhouse Family Room Styling and Sources

I have a few more photos I wanted to share with you of my family room makeover that was part of Linda at Calling it Home's One Room Challenge. I also got lots of emails inquiring about sources for some of the items in my room, so I've supplied links wherever I could. 

I got more emails about the Lemon Tree fabric than anything else.  Sadly, I can't share a source with you for this.  The fabric was a lucky find from a small fabric store in Atlanta near my mother's house.  I bought what was left on the roll and haven't seen it or been able to find it since.  If you want to have a go at locating it yourself, the fabric is by Greeff for Schumacher.  The name on the selvage is "Lemon Tree".  The store I where I found it is Budget Upholstery.  Information about them here. (They also made the slipcovers for my Mid-Century barrel chairs years ago and have reupholstered sofas and chairs for me. If you're in the area, I highly recommend them)

 Metal stool/ Leopard print fabric/ Cowhide rug/Yellow velvet fabric.  The rattan armchairs were an estate sale find.

My huntboard was styled mainly with things I already had.  The bird picture was given to me by my mother.  The chinoiserie lamp and mirror were thrifted, and the "Kimberly" brick was a happy find that was uncovered during a historic home restoration a few years back.  My husband found it in the basement and presented it to me as a gift. The bust/planter was a new purchase.  I altered the color by pouncing on small amounts of leftover gray, cream and beige paint.  When that was dry I rubbed on a thin layer of Minwax wood stain to give it some age.  

The needlepoint leopard and the pottery planter were both estate sale finds - not at the same time.  

Sofa/ Chinese garden stools/ Black geometric pillow/  Cream embroidered lattice pillows/ rug

All estate sale/thrift finds

Striped curtains/abstract painting/iron sconce (discontinued)/green chandelier crystals

Wall paint is Benjamin Moore's Moonlight White.  This room is blessed with a southern exposure that is unobstructed by trees or shade of any kind, so the light is wonderful all day long.

I have one more post planned for this room, and it addresses my heavy use of vintage and "found items".  If there's anything else you're curious about, shoot me an email!

The Green Room Interiors provides Interior Decorating and Design Services to happy homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.  If you'd like to experience the joy of living in a well-designed home, contact Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

Made for Each Other - Etsy Pillow Pairs

Etsy is my favorite resource for finding just the right pillow(s). I love that they're hand-made by entrepreneurs just like me and  they have the best selection of unique and beautiful fabrics.    

floral pillow/velvet paisley pillow

orange geometric pillow/koi fish pillow

Isn't that koi watercolor pillow lovely?

yellow and green floral pillow/Trina Turk pillow

Osborne & Little floral pillow/orange Zimba pillow

Both pillows here.

Is there anything more fun than playing with pattern?

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Attention Family Members

I'm sure you're just full of ideas for wonderful gifts to shower upon me this Sunday, but on the off chance that you haven't done your shopping yet, here's a little hint.

And in keeping with the tradition to fulfill your every need and make your life a little easier,  I've provided a link.

Here you go!

Love, 

Your Awesome Mom

p.s.  Let's keep an element of surprise.  Emerald or Citrine?  Your call!

What's on your list?

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