Incredible Series : Table designs inspired by nature

I Love to see furniture pieces which are functional, unique and embraces natural form. It has more to do with retaining the original shape and form than taking away from it. These furniture not only pleases the senses it is also a way of celebrating the beauty and uniqueness of nature.

I have put together some designs that have the appeal and beauty to inspire you to look for one for your home.

The branches are the focal design that make this table so fabulous. Love the way the knots and imperfections have been left untouched, adding to its character. Beautiful piece of art !

One can look at this table from any angle and appreciate the beauty of form. The different colors of the core and the interesting way its put together is so impressive. A conversation starter for sure.

 

 The design is inspired by a tree and cast in metal. For those who love nature and like the convenience of metal. It does not lose any of the charm,the glitter of metal and form catches ones interest for sure.

Another design which is an arty assembly of branches and wood. The design is so engaging and refreshing. It goes with any decor and color scheme and creates a place for itself.

This is how it should be celebrated, nature in its truest form. No wasting of wood in carving and smoothing, raw and beautiful. A perfect coffee table and a tribute to nature.

It is wonderful how we can all make the best of what we take from nature and use it to the full potential while keeping it aesthetically beautiful. If we can cut on wasteful furniture design and turn to natural form it can be inspiring and so rewarding. I hope you all get inspired too !

Bedroom : 7 Zen designs to inspire.

Zen bedroom designs are beautiful for its simplicity and the positivity it brings to home. It incorporates soothing colors on the walls and suitable flooring like wood laminate or bamboo, with simple designs for wall decoration. Keeping the furniture to basic and clean lines help the energy flow. Declutter and include all the elements of nature, plants, water and light.

Simple and clean ! A beautiful set of pieces to grant the elegance and beauty to this Zen bedroom design.

Wood in different forms make this zen decor complete. The platform bed in wood, chest and the bamboo mat. The look is serene and peaceful.

Green and peaceful, the blue on the wall reminds of clear skies. A lot of oriental art here to add to the bedroom decor which is definitely Zen.

A beautiful mix of wooden texture, the blinds, the slat flooring and the wooden furniture. The color red is very oriental in appeal and the art pieces are also keeping with the Zen design.

Soft blue, airy and the light brings in lots of energy. Zen designs are open plans with minimal yet beautiful furniture. The whole look is simple yet attractive.

I love how the red brick is used so effectively to create this amazing Zen bedroom design. Creative idea for lofts. Using red as the focal color the design is functional and beautiful !

Zen design for bedroom does not necessary include oriental elements. Its a design with simplicity and beauty. This bedroom has that without even a single orient accent. Make it the way you like it.

Make your own perfect design for zen decor. Use these layout and pictures to inspire yourself to create your perfect blend of functional yet simple and beautiful bedroom.

~A Little R&R~

We are off for a little R&R at the family farm...

where the kids have over 300 acres to roam while the adults can sit and relax, catch up, drink coffee, suntan, chat around the fire and just plain relax.

 Hopefully I can come back rejuvenated and ready to tackle my unfinished projects. 

  

Amy Butler Fabric: Pillows

While I have been procrastinating with my own to-do list I have been helping my sister (another famous procrastinator  - she will be mad at me for this comment) finish her projects. It always more fun working with someone on their projects instead of your own. A while back I wrote about how we went shopping for fabric for her room, but we haven't tackled any sewing until now.

 Procrastination is our middle name.

This week she brought over all the fabric for the duvet and throw pillows for her bed. During our shopping trip we chose some Amy Butler fabrics from her Midwestern Modern Line that would go well with the robin's egg blue herringbone toss pillows she had by Nate Berkus' from the now defunct Linens and Things.

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I managed to sew her some throw pillows for her bed this week! 

Life isn't all play, I have managed to do something productive, even though it isn't tackling my own to-do list.

 We used inexpensive pillow inserts from Ikea, the larger one is down and cost $6 while the smaller polyester fibre-fill pillow was about $2. 

 (This wasn't planned but I noticed once I posted the photo that in the background is my sister on her wedding day!)  

The piping around the pillow was made from the contrasting fabric,  the backing was made from a robin's egg blue fabric.

I made covered buttons for the enclosure.

Here is a sneak peek at our other project we worked on this week!

I know, I know.....

 I should be working on my own projects. Good news though....I have started working on the upholstered headboards for the girls' rooms. Hopefully I can get them finished before we head on our vacation!

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SNS@Funky Junk Interiors
Met Monday @ BNOP
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Home Decor : Gypsy style !

Gypsy decor is for the boho and young at heart. It includes all colors, beautiful patters and lots and lots of elements coming together to create a unique look. Think of putting together vintage pieces from the 70s to adding kitsch cushions from India and colorful beads from Africa and decorative pieces from Russia and still have a beautiful unique space that indulges the senses.

Bring together beautiful prints, swatches and create a wall of multi-facets and beautiful colors. How cool does it look.

Go for the funny and bold, add the zing, create your own designs. Bring elements uncommon together to create a unique gypsy decor.

This totally represents variety and fusion. The wall has images vintage, painted, thrifted, collected and they just hold up ones attention. Lush color and gold details. Love it !

Bring in colors ! Make it dramatic by all means. This beautiful colorful chandelier is just that, beads and faceted crystals to add to your Bohemia sense and home decor.

Infusion of furniture and art from around the world. Gypsy theme and decor is simple in its principle of all encompassing. An eye for aesthetic is essential to do justice to this look.

This bedroom has a gypsy look with all the colors and elements. The canopy bed, colorful rug and salvaged table. The theme is an idea to use all that's available to create a beautiful decor.

Each piece in this design is a conversation starter. The color and patter is rich with a warm and fun feeling. The whole look is uplifted by the wall design and colorful rug. Pretty indeed !

If you are looking to put together a few stray pieces of furniture and your favourite paintings with a lush affect, try the gypsy theme. The decor is easy and thrifty way to come up with a beautiful home design. Inspiring :)

Living Room : 7 looks - 7 different colors

Here I bring some ideas for living room in different shades and color. The layout and use of colors will inspire you to recreate or to choose your own way of doing up your home. Get inspired by the lovely designs.

Powder blue, the softest of shade to bring out the lightness and airiness of the room. The beautiful pop pf green and pink add the necessary punch to enliven the whole set.

An unusual color with beautiful result. The room is calming and soothing with the relief of white and green. The variety of prints keeps it interesting and stylish.

Peace and symmetry! I love how this room brings together the boldness of blue to the airiness of the billowing curtains in lovely shades of blue. It adds to many shades to keep the eye roving. Lovely !

This color is so classy and compliments wooden shades of brown. The mantle is the focal point with interesting wall paper and the lovely accent pieces.

There are so many shades of blue here, and complimenting it is gray. An unusual combination to jazz up the room. A perfect soothing space to unwind after a day.

This room is so stylish and it makes the space vibrant. The room is small in size but the effect is gorgeous. Perfect for the stylish who would love oomph.

Perfect for lounging anytime. The design is clutter free and simple. Easy to recreate and gorgeous to live in. Light and airy, soothing to senses.

Let the color speak to you. Choose according to your personality and lifestyle and create the design around the color.These design ideas will help you do just that. Get inspired :)

Living Room : Spring-Summer

Bright and sunny! I came across this living room design on this site and fell in love with it. The elements are absolutely refreshing and mix of colors is so fun. With summer and spring as the theme, this living room has beautiful light colors and flowery prints. One can feel life and all the energy and freshness of spring in its decor and detailing.

The pan view of the living room. The color scheme is made up of yellow, ocher, cream and flowery pattern to add to the zing.

Check out the detailing, the ruffles in yellow and rust and cream. Ideal way to do up any space with minimal clutter.

The color yellow is know for its properties of warmth and happiness. With ocher and ivory/white it provides the right pop of color to brighten up the area.

Too much of a single color can be overpowering. The rust red/cream is the perfect foil to bring out the lightness of the beautiful patterned throw and yellow used in the room.

Detailing and choosing the right pieces for the room is important. Here less is more, and the layout is comfortable and aesthetically pleasing.

Use natural light and flowers to the best advantage. Spring/summer is light and beautiful. Take a break from the heavy winter drapes and colors and let life shine. Bring peace and happiness into your homes.