Happy Easter!

Easter 2013 I've chosen a contemporary, monochrome colour palette of grey, black, and white with natural elements of warm woods, fresh green foliage and patterned plumage. Strong graphic patterns add a modern touch to the traditional Easter egg. Here are a few of my favourite finds. 

Above image: The Paper Mulberry our new home - our Easter dining table with white tulips in a tall glass tank vase, white porcelain lotus candle votive holders (similar here), black linen table runner from LinenMe and fig scented tea lights

Above images: 1.,3. &4.the beautiful home of blog Herz-Allerliebst 2.The Paper Mulberry - my Easter 2013 colour palette ideas(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 5.'Bird' by Architect Made

Above image: The Paper Mulberry our new home - white tulips in a tall glass tank vase, my new large 'Windlight' lantern and candle are from Lombok, the clock is from The Conran Shop 

Above images:1.the beautiful home of blog Herz-Allerliebst 2.wire chicken by Vintage Kompagniet 3.The Paper Mulberry - my Easter 2013 colour palette ideas(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 4.beautiful Easter eggs by blog Helt Enkelt 5.Chalkboard (blackboard) eggs and great Easter decorations by a fabulous craft blog Liebesbotschaft

Above image:The Paper Mulberry our new home - my new large windlight lantern and candle are from Lombok, 

Above images: 1.Bunny egg warmer as well as other fabulous ideas for Easter from blog Trendenser 2.Lovi black birch ply birds at Hus and Hem 3.The Paper Mulberry - my Easter 2013 colour palette ideas(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 4.fresh Spring bulbs and branches by House Number 15 blog 5.the beautiful feather decorations of blog Herz-Allerliebst

Above image: grey egg and feather Easter wreath on blog Home to me

Above image: white cross ornament by BasicHus

Above images:1. Lovi birch ply trees at Hus and Hem 2.egg decorating ideas for the fabulously creative blog Skona Hem 3.The Paper Mulberry - my Easter 2013 colour palette suggestion(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 4.the divinely stylish 'House Bird' by Eames from Vitra 5.Washi tape decorating ideas for Easter from blog Trendenser 

Above images: grey felt bunny hanging decorations from Basichus

Above image: the beautiful Easter decorations of blog Herz-Allerliebst

Above image:stylish black and white Easter eggs from the wonderful blog Casia K

Above image: stylish smoke grey glass, clay, twigs and feathers from the wonderful blog Casia K with the egg tutorial here

 Wishing you a Happy Easter! 

 

For more information on anything shown in the above images and links to tutorials, please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their respective web sites. I create my mood boards/colour palettes with a computer programme called Photoshop by Adobe which is available for both Apple Mac and PC computers.

The colour swatches shown above I create as a suggestion for furnishings, carpets, ornaments, fixtures, fittings and paints. They do not come from manufacturers charts but I am sure that if you want to use them for paint shades that your favourite supplier will be happy to help match them. 

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

 

Spring Clean for Easter!

A crisp, sunny start to March signals the arrival of Spring so time to clear away those Winter warmers and freshen up for Easter! A clean colour palette of gentle chalk tones add a light touch to the home. A tender colour palette of Duck Egg Blue, Leaf, Zinc, Hen's egg, Twig and Blossom refresh and renew.

Above image: Cox and Cox Spring 2013 home collection  

Above images:1.A zinc grey wood burning stove in The Beach Studios and Locations 2.A retro child's ride on car from Blog Deas Og Mia - her beautiful home 3. colour palette The Paper Mulberry (the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated)4.Neptune home and accessories for Spring Summer 2013 

Above image: A vintage antique trunk with 'chippy' paint in plum/brown tones beautifully with the pale grey sofa and white walls of the gorgeous home of Blog Deas og Mia

Above image: fresh white tulips in the gorgeous home of Blog Deas 
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Above image:Pretty twig and egg wreath from the lovely blog Sa Vitt Jag Vet

Above images:1.Unique homewares and interiors from Rowan and Wren 2.Colour palette suggestion - The Paper Mulberry(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 3.Egg basket from Garden Trading 4.Linen Ticking striped cushions from Loop the Loop

Above image: Metal desk lamp Cox and Cox Spring 2013 home collection  

Above image: A retro wall clock from Cox and Cox Spring 2013 home collection and metal filing shelf looks fresh against the tongue and grove panelled wall

Above images:1.Speckled terracotta egg collection from Terrain 2.White heart dish perfect for holding Easter Eggs from The White Company 3.Colour palette suggestion - The Paper Mulberry(the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 4.Gorgeous Easter table setting by Nina Holst of the wonderful blog Stylizimo 5.Sweet tablescape for Spring from the home of Les Tissus Colbert on Flickr 

Above image:Pussy Willow stems displayed on an antique wood console table - film and photographic location 'Annabels House' SW18 on 1st Location

Above image:Contemporary Spring interior at film and photographic location 'Elmboune Road' SW17 - Light Locations

Above image:Ladder shelving Cox and Cox Spring 2013 home collection 

Above images:1.Gorgeous Easter table setting by Nina Holst of the wonderful blog Stylizimo 2.Colour palette suggestion - The Paper Mulberry (the colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated)3.Pretty painted Easter egg decorations from the lovely blog Sa Vitt Jag Vet 4.Vintage painted trunk and lantern in the gorgeous home of Blog Deas og Mia 5.Pussy Willow basket created by Scottish artist Lizzie Farey 

Above image:Gorgeously fresh Easter table setting by Nina Holst of the wonderful blog Stylizimo

Favourite Easter Pinterest boards: 
- 'Easter' by Marja van der Neut

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their respective web sites. I create my mood boards/colour palettes with a computer programme called Photoshop by Adobe which is available for both Apple Mac and PC computers.

The colour swatches shown above I create as a suggestion for furnishings, carpets, ornaments, fixtures, fittings and paints. They do not come from manufacturers charts but I am sure that if you want to use them for paint shades that your favourite supplier will be happy to help match them. 

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

 

Easter

A Spring palette of sugared almond pastels for the home combined with oh so pretty egg and hen decorations should keep Easter Bunnies of all ages happy! Here are a few of my favourite finds:

Above image: Twig and egg wreath from Not on the high street

Above image: 1. Background fabric 'Seaside Spot' in mist 100% cotton by Clarke & Clarke 2.Bunny knitting pattern from book "The third little Sublime hand knit book"

Above image: Liz Gardener's home by Mollie and Finn

Above images: 1.Fabric "Multi Spot" in Mineral by Clarke & Clarke 2.& 5. Hand knit Bunnies from Little Cotton Rabbits 3.Stitched picture by Charlotte Macey 4.Fabric "Simple Spot" in Duck Egg & Speedwell by Vanessa Arbuthnott 6.Maileg Cradle from shop Camel & Yak 

Above image: Easter Party Tutus from Bodie & Frou

Above image: film & photographic locations agency Light Locations

Above image: gorgeous decoupage pastel eggs by Such Pretty Things

Above images: 1.Vintage pink linen apron by Linge Particulier at Bodie & Frou 2.Pretty bowls and mug from Julias vita drommar 3.Fabric "Seaside Spot" in Mineral by Clarke and Clarke 4.Photography by Julia Hoersch 5.Fabric "Hen Run" in Apple and Sky Blue by Vanessa Arbuthnott

Above image: How to make a Pussy Willow nest by Martha Stewart

Above image: film & photographic locations agency Light Locations

Above image: pretty eggs dyed using fruit and vegetable dyes from Dreamy Whites

Above image: Wooden Easter banner by BotanicBotanic on Etsy

Above images:1.Eggshell votives (how to make them) from Martha Stewart 2."Spring Birdie" hanging decorations from Not on the high street 3.Fabric "Seaside Spot" in Surf by Clarke and Clarke 4.Personalised Egg Cup "Bunny" by Gallery Thea at John Lewis 5.Easter decorating ideas from Magazine Bridgitte 6.Fabric "Plain Check" in Speedwell by Vanessa Arbuthnott

Above image: fabrics from the "Cockerel" Collection by Vanessa Arbuthnott

Above image: pretty eggs dyed using fruit and vegetable dyes from Dreamy Whites

Above image: Painted Egg Wreath from Berry Red

Above image: pretty idea for an Easter table - photography by Julia Hoersch 

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. The colour swatches featured are my suggestions for accent shades and do not relate to specific paints unless otherwise stated, but I'm sure your favourite paint companies would be happy to suggest matches!

With warmest wishes

 

Darling Buds

With the gentle sunshine warming the earth the early blooms peak through showing hints of the colours to come. A fresh new colour palette heralds the arrival of Spring. Tiny splashes of deepest raspberry set against snowy white and soft palest blossom pinks are crisp and refreshing against the new stems and branches. Here are a few ideas for bringing Spring into the home.

Above image taken from book: Simply Country - Creating Comfortable Style for cottage living Liz Bauwens Alexandra Campbell

Above images:1. Wallpaper 'Almond Blossom' by Anna Dove 2.Rose image from book 'Vintage Chic' by Cabbages and Roses 3.Fabric 'Jardin' 100% cotton by Annie Sloan 4.Flowers in bottles from Country Living magazine

Above image: the gorgeous guest bedroom of Urban Farmgirl featuring 'Podge' cerise cushions by Cabbages & Roses and headboard covered in ''Hatley' cerise linen by Cabbages & Roses

Above image: the gorgeous guest bedroom of Urban Farmgirl detail of the headboard covered in ''Hatley' cerise linen by Cabbages & Roses

Above image: Flowers & styling by Amy Merrick

Above images: 1.Vintage red sprig cushion cover from Pale & Interesting 2.Fabric 'Podge' cerise by Cabbages & Roses 3.Apothecary jars from Pale & Interesting 4.Photography - settee, quilt and grain sack by Mari Eriksson 5.Fabric 'Hatley' cerise linen by Cabbages & Roses 

Above image: locations agency jjlocations

Apothecary jars from Pale & Interesting

Above image: Book 'Junk Style' by Melanie Molesworth

Above images: 1.Divine interiors and online brocante shop by Dreamy Whites 2.Photography by Mari Eriksson 3.Tiana cotton/silk boudoir cushion from Also Home 4.Fabric 'Natural Hatley' blue 100% linen by Cabbages & Roses

Above image: Photography by Elena Kovyrzina

Above images: 1.Online Interiors magazine Emag Deco article found here 2.Fabric 'Natural Hatley' raspberry 100% linen by Cabbages & Roses 3.Old style notebooks from Cote Bastide 4.Vintage floral and paisley cushions by Velvet Ribbon 5.Lavender bundles by Peony & Sage

Above image: Vintage floral and paisley quilts & side table by Velvet Ribbon

Above image: Photography by Elena Kovyrzina

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. The colour swatches featured are my suggestions for accent shades and do not relate to specific paints unless otherwise stated, but I'm sure your favourite paint companies would be happy to suggest matches!

With warmest wishes