I am walking on my “happy feet” today because I am feeling like a new woman. Two days working from my bed did the trick for a full recovery from my little sinus infection.
Now maybe I should put on some hot pink shoes, eat some gorgeous macaroons and do a little happy dance! Wanna join me?
This morning, I’m on KATV’s Good Morning Arkansas sharing some design inspiration. Fretwork is a trend that has really exploded in the last few years, and I’m excited to see that it’s making an appearance in lots of amazing new wallcoverings, fabrics, and furniture details. Enjoy the segment in this video:
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Strictly speaking, fretwork is a geometric design carved from wood, but it is a visual motif that can has endless applications (think: furniture, lighting, accessories, textiles, and MORE)! It can also enhance any mood from glam to playful to stately.
Have a look at more fretwork inspiration from my own design portfolio:
And some fun examples I’ve found on Pinterest:
See more fretwork inspiration on my Pinterest boards, by clicking HERE!
Xo,
So sorry to tease you with my return from vacation and then not give you any fun details, insights or inspirations from my trip!
The truth is that I returned home to freezing temps and a sinus infection so I’m nursing myself back to 100% while trying to stay warm and catch up on hoards of emails, client work, and more. Isn’t it crazy how so often when you finally take time off from work that’s the very moment you get sick? It’s like your body takes the window of opportunity to show you that you are more overworked and worn down than you thought.
Well ok body, I’m listening. So friends, bear with me for just a bit longer. I promise to bring you real content soon and tell you about my trip to Germany next week. Who has time to be sick?…Not ME!
Ciao from my electric blanket and hot cut of tea…
xo,
p.s. I do have to get out of bed tomorrow at least for a bit to make my monthly appearance on Good Morning Arkansas. So check back tomorrow to see my segment all about Fretwork.
I made it back to dry land and back home safely! I missed sharing with you here, and I’m ready to get back down to business. As I get moving today, I’m sure there will be moments when I feel overwhelmed by what all happened as everything kept moving during my vacation, but the peace and replenishment I enjoyed was completely worth it!
I have more to share with you, but for now I’m headed back into the trenches, rested and ready!
Xo,
Happy Sunday, everyone!
[The photos in this post are some of Tobi's recent pins on Pinterest. For more, check out her boards, HERE. All images are linked.]
I know Tobi has been hinting about some exciting transformations, in keeping with this month’s theme, and she gave me permission before she left on vacation to spill one of her little secrets!
As you likely already know, Tobi offers interior design trainings, and her signature event for Design Lovers is Design A to Z. In this three-day session, Tobi really gives an enthusiasts and those hoping to become more confident in their professional design work her TOTAL take on creating gorgeous interiors.
Many people have attended Design A to Z and have seen their own designs transformed by what they’ve learned. Tobi doesn’t teach you how to design like HER, she teaches you how she approaches design so that you can find your own groove! And if these trainings are known for anything, it’s Tobi’s 100% transparency; she doesn’t believe in trade secrets.
And the BIG transformation that she has in store for Design A to Z is a new take on teaching design. Rather than organizing the amazing information she gives by topic, she has developed a systematic approach to design that will equip you to make EVERY design choice like a real pro. Rather than content segments, she’s actually revised the content to give you the STEPS to take when faced with design dilemmas!
This shift may seem subtle, I realize, but think about it like this: Would you rather Tobi teach you about types of window treatments OR would you rather she give you a tactic for choosing window treatments for a room, group of rooms, or for an entire home? Rather than teaching you a tiny slice of everything she knows about interior design (which is a lot), she is NOW going to give you the strategies you need to execute an effective design. See the difference? A map instead of an encyclopedia!
It has involved a complete overhaul of the content, and all of the information is still there, but NOW it’s action oriented, ready to be put into practice.
We are so excited to be launching this NEW version of A to Z on May 7-9th! This content has never been fresher OR more useful! If you are a hobbyist or pro who needs a firm grounding in all of the basics, or if you’ve been designing a while but you could really use an inspirational revival, you must come to Design A to Z this Spring!
You can learn much more about the session HERE, and as we reveal more details about how we’ve freshened-up the whole thing, you’ll realize even MORE that you just can’t miss it! It’s going to be so much DESIGN and so much FUN! I’ll see you there.
And…before I go I want to give the biggest virtual HUG to all of you who made me feel so welcome as Tobi’s Blogsitter this week!! I know you come here for HER, but you’ve been very gracious and kind. So…until you come meet all of the staff at camp…so long!
Best,
Ashley
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