Thursday, April 17, 2014

Decorating Grown Up Pink Bedrooms

The pink bedroom is no longer only associated with little girl themes of Princesses, Barbie, Hello Kitty, or tons and tons of ruffles and lace. They have grown up to become modern and chic, classic and elegant...... beautiful places that women can feel good about relaxing in. The pink bedroom can still be feminine without being too girly, and that suits the men in our lives as most will tell you that they are not enthralled with that look anyway. If you want a pink bedroom by all means have one, just make it sophisticated and charming. Here are a few ideas to help you get started.


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Remember that wallpaper is a wonderful alternative to just painting the walls of your bedroom pink. Here the pink flowers in the wallpaper set the stage. Add in this beautiful bed, curtained in pink and you have an elegant oasis.


This Charles Faudree bedroom features pink toile de jouy on the Lit a la Polonaise
 and several other patterns for interest.


Pink is a non-threatening color and has been proven to help people feel calmer. Pink is often used to create a feeling of relaxation and calmness.


Even though the walls are white, this bedroom has a pink room feel because of the multi pink pattern mix. It is proven that pink and green are pleasing to the eye.

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Another interesting  and well done pink patterned  bedroom.


Robert Bergero painted the ornamental trimmings on the walls of this lovely pink bedroom.

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This is such a pretty pattern combination. The large pink damask like wallpaper is center stage and supported beautifully by the bed linens.

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Black and pink bedrooms can be sultry but tend to look too youthful sometimes if you use polka dots or geometrics. Try something more grown up like this if you want your bedroom to sizzle.

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If you don't want your room saturated in pink, try a subtle wallpaper that can still give you your pastel fix.


Pink can be soft and romantic and is great for making your skin look it's best. Just find a shade that's not overly sweet.

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Keep it fresh and clean with lots of white for smart, fresh feel. This is a nice mix of antiques and modern acrylic. 

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Lovely!!!

Joan Rivers Country Home

The color pink will also look great if used together with other shades of pink. This monochromatic look will still be on the softer side and will create a warm look.

Wonderful old world pink bedroom.


 The palest of pink walls supplies the perfect backdrop in this French inspired bedroom. Grey and green are two wonderful colors to accompany pink



The pink walls and this wonderful mirrored bed with it's tufted headboard make this bedroom a current and chic space.


Chinoiserie wallpaper in pink with the same color on pillows and odd pieces of upholstery......perfection.


Raspberry is a great pink and this striped wallpaper is run on the horizontal (a technique called "railroading"). It adds modern glamour yet maintains a cozy feel.


Pairing light pink with tan creates coziness and warmth.



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Pink can also be modern, classy, clean, and stylish, particularly if you’re considering a light pink room. It all depends on how you accessorize.


Remember there are other many ways to give your bedroom a large dose of pink without becoming overwhelmed. The rug is the focal point and brings the feel of a pink room. The addition of the accessories causes the eye to move upwards and adds pops of the color on  a different level.


Pink Chinoiserie panels act as a headboard and work well with the pillows to give the feel of having a pink bedroom.


This colorful throw and the flowers are all you need to give this room a "think pink" feel.


The same goes for the curtained bed and upholstered bench. Just alittle pink sometimes goes a long way.



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Saturday, April 12, 2014

Decorating With Malachite

Last year emerald green was Pantone's color of the year so decorating with malachite was sure to become a trend. However for those of us who love classic design, malachite is always in style and the perfect touch to add to a collected, entertaining interior.This unique accent is so visually exciting with it's swirling pattern that makes for a great conversation piece.


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Malachite is a beautiful stone with an intense green color. The word "malachite" is a derivative of the Greek word for mallow-green stone, referring to the mineral's resemblance to the mallow plant. It has long been revered for its varied color and texture and prized as a decorative stone. Malachite is often found in copper mines and is currently mined in many places around the world including Russia, Africa and North America, but the best material comes from the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

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Malachite has always been a sign of wealth and status. Russia’s Romanov family was the first to use Malachite in interior decoration. The Winter Palace in Russia even has an entire room called the Malachite Room. Since the "real thing" isn't always affordable, today many decorators are using faux malachite in their clients homes to give them the look of elegance and sophistication that malachite can instantly bring to a room. At the end of the post are some links to tutorials that can show you how to dress up your own home with this technique.


The Winter Palace at St. Petersburg, Russia.....


and it's famous Malachite Room.


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Malachite looks wonderful with many colors but there is something special about it paired with red and gold!


If you want to incorporate actual malachite into your interiors you might try this is a gorgeous malachite sink from the Sherle Wagner Collection.

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For the serious collector there are beautiful genuine malachite pieces to be purchased at auction or in antique stores.


If you want just a bit of malachite, start a small desktop collection. 

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Or start a collection of beautiful malachite clocks 

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Malachite boxes are also sought after collectibles.


Genuine malachite is very expensive but here is an alternative.

Thanks to designer Tony Duquette for the popularity of faux malachite. He designed wonderful fabrics, wallpaper, and furniture in the pattern. The following are images from his Dawnridge Estate and they show his extensive use of faux malachite.


Tony Duquette's Dawnridge with it's fabulous faux malachite walls.



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Malachite inspired rugs and fabrics in Duquette's home.


Malachite covered pillows  take center stage in Duquette's home.

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My favorite is the wonderful faux malachite painted French desk.


Duquette faux malachite side tables -  top view


Beautiful Malachite fabric on this Louis XV style chair.


Loving this faux malachite ceiling treatment.


You can also apply the faux technique to your millwork. I marbleized all the trim in the hallway of my 120 year old home and it makes a huge statement. It is easier than you think and I am sure this would be too.

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Wallpaper manufacturers offer many selections of malachite patterns.


This is a great pattern for smaller spaces as it is a bit overwhelming when used to paper larger areas. It can quickly become too much of a good thing.



Wallpaper from Cole and Sons, England.


Maybe you want your version on this pattern underfoot.
From the top: “Kerkyra” from Marjorie Skouras Design; “Mineral Floor Canvas” from Tozai Home; “Malachite,” the Tony Duquette Collection from Roubini Rugs


Malachite patterned  Roman Shades is another good idea

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These fabulous dishes are hand-crafted  Limoges porcelain and have 24-karat gold detailing.

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A malachite mirror is a great way to freshen up your bath or powder room.


Malachite patterned fabric is a sure way to make a statement at your windows. Of course there is the Tony Duquette line but here are others as well.


There are many wonderful faux malachite decorative accessories to be found in home decor stores.

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Whether you desire your interiors to be decorated in an eclectic, collected,  Tony Duquette style......


or that of Kelly Wearstler's modern chic, malachite will not let you down in the much sought after "wow factor"

If you are interested in trying your hand at faux malachite painting here are some tutorials that will help you.


http://www.bozzle.com/sbsMalachite.html   This is the one I plan to use as I like the randomness of the design.





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