Working On Wednesday's TV Show Feeling A Chill

Fall is at our doorstep.  The weather is chilling up, the leaves will be turning, and falling off the trees.  It is a perfect time to share ideas on adding fall touches to our home decor.  I am working on Wednesday's WFMZ-TV 69 News at Sunrise TV news segment having a blast putting together simple ideas on how to incorporate fall seasonal accents into center pieces, displays, and fireplace mantel ideas; PLUS, these ideas will transition to the winter season holidays! I hope you can tune in!!!!!  Create a warm and inviting home.  1 -2 -3 EASY!!


The segment will air Wednesday, September 21 at 8:40 am.  


If you miss it, I will share a link to it here once it has aired.

Here are some more topics you might like:

No Room For A Coffee Table?  Think Again!

The Classic Slipper Chair: A Handy Accent for Any Room

Throw Blankets: How to Use These Snuggly and Stylish Stylemakers

Smart Back-to-School Storage: Wicker Baskets  

Shosh Demonstrates Easy Ways To Add Color To Neutral Room

                                          BEFORE                            AFTER


Watch this video to see how Shosh adds delicious citrus colors to a bland neutral area.  Get lots of tips!!!!    CLICK HERE


Then stop by LOVEYOURROOM to get info on the products I used, including info on the DIY upholstered chair!

Un-Neutralize Your Room - Shosh Shows You How Wednesday A.M.

Hello fellow lovers of all things fun and creative!


Is your room too neutral for you?  Get that color back into your space with simple tips I will share on WFMZ TV 69 News At Sunrise this Wednesday at 8:40 am.  And of course I will share cool DIY ideas.  If you miss it, check back with LOVEYOURROOM at the end of the day to watch the video and get a break down of where to get the products I used.  I will have 3 surprise guests.  .........and let me know what you think of my new haircut and color.  


In the meantime, check out these timely trends in interior design and decor topics I wrote for Houzz recently (just click on the title below) :


Color: Dressing Up With Navy Blue
 - Add Sophistication to Upholstery and Walls With This Seductive Hue

Mixing & Matching Bedding 
- 10 Tips on How To Outfit Your Bed With Contrasting Patterns

Hang A Tapestry 
- Add Warmth and Drama to a Room With a Beautiful Fabric Wall Hanging


Check Out This Series On Creating Rooms That Showcase Your Style & Not What Is 'In Style'
Dining Rooms With A Personal Stamp Of Style 
- Let Loose With Favorite Colors and Finds On and Around the Table



Living Rooms With A Personal Stamp Of Style
- Get Inspired to GIve Your Main Hangout Space a Look That's Yours Alone
Bedrooms With A Personal Stamp Of Style
- Connect With Your Space With Color, Collections and Accessories With a Story

The NEW LYR Studio is shaping up nicely!  This is a peek at our progress (the chandelier above the table is causing some shadows to appear on the stripe treatment).  The rest of the space is currently filled with boxes, catalogs, samples, and tons of this and that EVERYWHERE.  Want to see a little more?  CLICK HERE.


It has been a slow renovation because of the traveling our team has been doing.  I should have a t-shirt made up that reads "Please bear with us as we renovate."  In the meantime, if you are looking for some brilliantly bold decor ideas and advice, I highly recommend this little cute book Jonathan Adler wrote:

It is not expensive either.  I am a huge fan of Jonathan's because he infuses fun with chicness into every space he designs.  I hope Jonathan would agree with the series of idea books I just completed for Houzz that centers around the belief that homes should be decorated with looks that applaud not our good taste, but our personal, creative take on design.  You can view the features here- BEDROOMS and LIVING ROOMS (DINING ROOMS will be published soon).


There has been a great deal of positive comments from Houzz readers agreeing with this approach to design.  Of course, as I just found out today, along with a positive force of creativity, comes negative spirits.


I just received a 'not so nice' comment to a post idea I had on my LYR blog.  At first I was as sad as the cats whiskers as David Bowie says (who wouldn't be).  Whenever you have the guts to put yourself out there, there is the chance some one will voice a negative opinion.  BUT it means they took notice, so to the negative 'commenter', I want to say thanks for visiting my blog and reading it.

This comes on the heels of a crazy day that began with gum on the shoe in the mall parking lot, and ended with this.  My poor Pilot:

After carrying my car home over my shoulder (because Honda never gave me the special key tool needed to unlock my lug nut). I am throwing salt over my shoulder and moving on.  


Safety Tip- look at the lug nuts on your cars' wheels.  If one looks like this 

that means it requires a special key tool to remove it.  This type of locked lug nut keeps your wheels and tires from getting stolen, BUT also keeps you from being able to fix a flat tire.  MAKE SURE you have this key tool with you when driving.


Let your imagination rule today!

Shoshana Shows You 4 Coffee Table Looks

Hi friends!!

We had so much in the news station today creating 4 coffee table looks using 2 basic formulas.  CLICK HERE to read more and see the video!

Decadently Yours,
Shosh

Tomorrows News Segment-Create An Inspiring Coffee Table Look

Hi Friends,

Don't miss watching my decorating segment tomorrow morning on WFMZ-TV 69 News At Sunrise with Eve Tannery at 8:40 a.m.  If you have wondered how to display accents on your coffee table and keep the clutter off, I will have some helpful tips.  Meanwhile I need tips on what to make for dinner tonight.  Cooking is not my strong point, but I can set a mean table!

p.s. remember to check out my website LOVEYOURROOM for tips on proper foyer and dining room rug size to use, to decor to hang above your bed that is not a framed poster or mirror.

Decadently Yours,

Shosh

Want Ideas For Getting Parisian Style Into Your Home?

Paris is on the top of my list as the most romantic place I have ever been.  I left there with a new found love of Parisian style. I am not talking about French Country style, or the latest trends happening in Paris; I fell for the authentic Parisian feel incorporating Baroque and Rococo style (elaborate and ornamental design).  The kind of look you find at the Ritz in Paris.  Watch my TV segment on Ways to Get Parisian Style Into Your Home and I will share a very personal love story about myself, review photos of the Ritz, and how you can get this look in your own home inexpensively.  


Here is a DIY project I explain in the segment:

Bring in the opulence you would see in an old chateau by adding a gilded effect.  Using gold metallic paint and a stencil (fleur de lis is a popular French symbol), create a gilded look on walls, trim work, and crown molding.  Add gold metallic paint to the carved in areas of woodwork and furniture.  CLICK HERE to see this video.

My Website Gets A NEW Look

It's June so it is warm, but not as HOT as the makeover my website received!  LYR received a major face lift.  Along with many important changes, I have also now incorporated a blog into my new site where I will be posting journal entries and media information.  I will still use this blog for all my DIY interior design projects, and won't forget to give it hugs and kisses.  Check it out- CLICK HERE!

And don't forget to tune into WFMZ-TV 69 News Wednesday, June 15 at 8:40 am for tips on creating a Parisian styled room.  Oh la la!!

Kids Outdoor Paint Project

Meanwhile, I have a fun idea to do outdoors with your kids!  Painting still life!  Still life painting simply means using inanimate subject matter, like an arrangement of flowers, a bowl of fruit, or anything that you can set up, and paint.  The painter can give a straight forward representation of the object(s) or interpret it into something imaginative!  You and your child can study their shape, where the light falls and the shadows the objects in relation to the other objects being used.  Some of the most famous artists have used still life art including Paul Cezanne and Vincent Van Gogh!

I introduced my daughter to still life painting last weekend and was taken back by her imagination.  We used stuffed animals and a shoe.  Below is my mini Van Gogh finishing up her still life interpretation of her shoe.

All you need for this project is a canvas board, pencil, paint, paint brush, paper plates to mix your paints, and a cup filled with water.  Set up your still life, sketch it on the canvas board, then paint!  We did a series of 6 that I will hang together in my kids' playroom.

Boys Zig Zag Blvd. Bedroom Revealed

The assignment was to create two bedrooms- one fit for a sweet little four year old girl who has a love of flowers, of the perfect color pink, and of books, that are ever growing in her room.  And another bedroom for a very cool and charming six year old boy looking for a more rockin' room that ignites his creativity.

The budget was minimal, about $1,000 for both rooms, purchasing items that would make the biggest difference, and having fun with DIY projects to sweeten the space!

The reaction raised the roof!  We completed both bedrooms while the family vacationed.  Through a lot laughter, creative dizziness, and inspiration drawn from two little kids, the family came home to two fun designer destinations.  The kids ran right up to their rooms.  All that was heard was a high pitched scream 'Oh my gosh!' 'Oh my gosh!' 'Oh my gosh!'  There was a lot of jumping on the bed and rolling around with a giant smile.  My favorite part was when the little boy looked at the zig zag wall and asked "How does Shoshana think of this cool stuff? She is so smart!"  And kids don't lie :)

 Enjoy!

Watch the video of this reveal. I will share all my secrets and give tips CLICK HERE

Zig Zag Blvd.

A cool kids Bedroom

THE DESIGN

 THE REVEAL

BEFORE

 AFTER

The Paint.  We used Sherwin Williams 'Anew Gray' on the walls and 'Gray Area' on the ceiling. For the Zig zag wall we used Sherwin Williams 'Classic Light Buff' and 'Decisive Yellow'.

The Lighting.  Plug in wall sconces from IKEA were added above either side of the bed for more direct and accessible reading light.

 BEFORE

 AFTER

The Wall Treatment.  See below for how it was done.

Big Bold Initial Pillows.  To create a fun focal point on the bed we added DIY pillows we embellished ourselves.

 BEFORE

 AFTER

Window Treatments.  We added a DIY valance over each window using yellow cotton fabric and a 2 inch white ribbon.  After sewing a rod pocket seam and hemming the edges we just added the ribbon using 'no sew' fabric glue.

Add Shelving.  Displaying achievements is a great confidence builder for kids!  Shelves are excellent places to hang light weight awards because they do not take up any floor space.

BEFORE

AFTER

Work Station. We added a desk and chair from IKEA for reading and writing.  It is near the window so it will get more natural light during the day.

The Wall Treatment. The room definitely gets its superstar feel from the new wall treatment.  And although the yellow color is bold, it is used just enough to make this little boy excited enough to think that I am cool.

Below are the steps we took to create the Zig Zag wall. 

1. Using graph paper, we plotted out the design based on the dimensions of the wall.  

Tip - To make it feel like an ongoing zig zag we began our first yellow stripe 1 foot down the wall.  For the same reason we made sure our zig zag started with a downward line and ended with an upturned line.

2. After painting the wall Sherwin Williams 'Classic Light Buff', using a measuring tape  pieces of painters tape were placed at every point in our pattern design. 

3. The dots were connected by long strips of painters tape, always making sure the tape was straight as it went on.  

 4. The edges were cleaned up using a blade lightly on the wall.

5. Using Sherwin Williams Decisive Yellow, the paint was rolled on and the painters tape came off!

To see how to create Personalized Initial Pillows CLICK here

To see how to create DIY Fake Flower Head Art CLICK here

To see how to create a Stationary Stagecoach CLICK here

Girls Bedroom Gets A Pink Me Up Design On A Budget

The assignment was to create two bedrooms- one fit for a sweet little four year old girl who has a love of flowers, of the perfect color pink, and of books, that are ever growing in her room.  And another bedroom for a very cool and charming six year old boy looking for a more rockin' room that ignites his creativity.

The budget was minimal, about $1,000 for both rooms, purchasing items that would make the biggest difference, and having fun with DIY projects to sweeten the space!

The reaction raised the roof!  We completed both bedrooms while the family vacationed.  Through a lot laughter, creative dizziness, and inspiration drawn from two little kids, the family came home to two fun designer destinations.  The kids ran right up to their rooms.  All that was heard was a high pitched scream 'Oh my gosh!' 'Oh my gosh!' 'Oh my gosh!'  There was a lot of jumping on the bed and rolling around with a giant smile.  My favorite part was when the little boy looked at the zig zag wall and asked "How does Shoshana think of this cool stuff? She is so smart!"  And kids don't lie :)

Enjoy!


Watch the video of this reveal. I will share all my secrets and give tips CLICK HERE

Pink It Up 

A Little Ladies Bedroom

THE DESIGN

THE REVEAL

 Changes to the design- the color of the bolster pillow and the ceiling fixture is not up yet, but the vision has remained the same.

 BEFORE

 AFTER

The Paint.  We used two shades of pink: Sherwin William's 'In the Pink'  on the walls and added Sherwin William's 'Coming Up Roses' on the upper walls, eighteen inches from the ceiling.  We also used 'Coming Up Roses' eighteen inches on the ceiling starting from the outer walls.  This created a faux tray.  

The Layout.  Changing the layout of the space created a better flow in the room, and the additional new bookcases from IKEA fit right in as a spot to collect books and special mementos, and perch by the window to read. 

The Window Treatments.  The yellow drapes are from Target online and the pink stagecoach was a DIY project we took on to create a layered colorful effect that makes the room feel cozy.

The Flower Artwork.  My favorite part of the room is the artwork over the bed.  And it was so inexpensive to make!

The Lemon Bolster Pillow.  For big impact we made a three foot vinyl bolster pillow in a lemon shade of yellow.  Yes rock star shiny lemon vinyl-a remnant from a local fabric store.   How did we do it? With the fabric face down I spread out one 12 oz bag of poly-fil and rolled up the vinyl like rolling up a sleeping bag.  I used painters tape to temporarily hold it shut.  Then I tied a piece of gingham ribbon around either end.  To permanently keep the seam closed on the pillow I used a strong adhesive glue along the seam.  When it dried I wrapped more gingham ribbon around the middle, tying it in the back where the seam is.

 BEFORE

 AFTER

The Art Gallery. We began an art gallery using canvases wrapped in yellow wrapping paper that can display drawings of all kinds. We matted the artwork with green construction paper and included a small description of what the piece was and the date beneath.

 'Re-knob' It.  To give this dresser a touch of whimsy and make it as unique as the little girl who opens these drawers every day, we changed out the knobs.  

SJ found these adorable knobs at www.funknobs.com.  This one is called Fiesta Floral by Carol Beach.  It made a big impact on all the pieces in the room that had pulls.  Just look at the original compared to the new ones!

To see how to create Fake Flower Head Art CLICK here
To see how to create a Stationary Stagecoach CLICK here

To see how to create Personalized Initial Pillows CLICK here

Make A Stationary Stagecoach Valance

Add a stationary stagecoach valance with adorable decorative ties to your window.  This valance is a nice soft finishing touch that can be used in conjunction with drapes, sheers and/or hard treatment like blinds or shades.

We made this one below for a little girls room giving it a loose casual feel.  It was easy to make and inexpensive!

What you will need:
-Fabric four inches longer than your window
(for the backside you can use lining or fold over the same fabric)
-Sewing machine
-Strips of 2 inch ribbon 2 1/4 times longer than the stagecoach valance (for a 6 foot window we used 4 strips)
-Needle and thread the color of your ribbon and fabric
-Hot glue gun

Steps We Took:

1. bought enough yards of pink cotton fabric to cover the 6 foot window with an extra four inches for hemming.

2. folded the fabric in half and sewed a pocket rod opening at the top and hemmed the edges to length of the window (if you are using lining instead, you need to sew it to the back of the fabric instead of folding fabric then sew a pocket rod opening and hemming the edges).

3. Cut 4 pieces of ribbon each 1 1/2 yds. long, placed them equally along valance, folded them over the top of the valance (see photo above) and sewed them just on at the pocket rod stitch line.

4. Spread the valance out on the floor (see the photo above) and rolled the bottom up so the stagecoach measured 16 inches in length. 

5. Hand stitched a few running stitches along the roll to keep it in place (you want it to look like the ribbons are keeping the roll in place but the few hidden stitches actually keep it in place).

6. Folded each ribbon over and behind the valance so it equal in length on both sides.  Attach the ribbon by sewing it on at the pocket rod stitch line.

 

7. With the valance spread out on the floor again we tied the ribbon ends into bows.

8. Hot glued the bow loops to the roll so they stay in place.

9. We hung it on a basic steel window rod then dressed it with yellow drapes from Target online.

We love it.... love it.... love it!!

To see how to create Fake Flower Head Art CLICK here

To see how to create Personalized Initial Pillows CLICK here

DIY Flower Top Art

Ever wonder what you can do with all those fake flowers you see at the Dollar Store?  Make art out of them!  Grab your favorite color(s) and make a major wall statement.  This DIY project is so easy and inexpensive that you gotta try it!   

CLOSE UP

Supplies you need:

-Canvas board (I used a 36"x24" size)

-Faux flowers (enough to fill up your canvas board)

-Hot glue gun

Get fake flowers for $1 ea at the Dollar Store

Decide on the size of your canvas

 1. Pop the heads off the stems.

 2. Start hot gluing the flowers to the canvas board.

2. Keep going....

 

 3. and going.......

4. Until the entire board is covered.

 Extra Credit Step- Add light weight flying friends like birds or butterflies using thin floral wire.  I found these very thin metal butterflies at the Dollar Stores (they were supposed to be outdoor chimes)

I wrapped the wire around the wings (you can barely see them in the photo above) then twisted the wire around one of the flowers that I had hot glued on, and twisted more and more so it moves when touched but stays in place.

I used this Fake Flower Head Art piece in this little girls room I call Pink Me Up.  I will blog about how to get this room look Wednesday May 17 so come back!!

Go ahead and smell the fake roses!!

To see how to create a Stationary Stagecoach CLICK here

To see how to create Personalized Initial Pillows CLICK here