randomness in pictures

It's such a treat to be getting more time outside! I use simple and crisp boxwoods on my front porch- We have a decent sized porch with rockers, and these Crate & Barrel pillows found a new home outside. It's the weirdest spot.. it never gets wind or wet! I was so lucky to win a set of gorgeous napkin rings from Zhush. They scream summer entertaining to me..so I better get entertaining! If you head there now you can use discount Code zhushx2...

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so lovely!

What a gorgeous + serene bedroom this is, thanks so much Marni for sharing where you hung your gallery wall 10.00 art! design philosophy | providing a foundation to grow and alter through the years, I keep the core basic and layer in the current, creating a room that is innately yours. I believe great interiors are not found in one shop, that bedside tables shouldn't match. I knows you should feel a sense of calm in your space as well as balance,...

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she might be mad at me..

Pop over to Sadie & Stella to see why ;) Thanks for having me Lindsay! xdesign philosophy | providing a foundation to grow and alter through the years, I keep the core basic and layer in the current, creating a room that is innately yours. I believe great interiors are not found in one shop, that bedside tables shouldn't match. I know you should feel a sense of calm in your space as well as balance, and revel in that gut feeling that it’s the...

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I had an idea..

So I went ahead and added it to the shop.. $10 DESIGN QUESTIONS | details below! Need a design question answered?! There are alot of home owners who love their home but may have just a question or two about details. You don't need a design board, or even hourly design help.. but you need an opinion, a source, a color..that's where this DESIGN QUESTION service comes in! For only $10, ask me exactly what you need.. Sarah, I'm looking for...

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color blocked

NEW! Color blocked series just listed in the shop.. I hope you like them as much as I do..I sort of want to keep them all ;) xo | shop gallerywallE DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details visit Sarah Swanson Desi...

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call it preppy, call it classic-

whatever way you look at it pink|navy|white is a brilliant combination. It inspired me today.. we had a girls afternoon that included a fabulous pedicure..I was wearing navy + white stripes with white linen shorts and added a bright pop of pink on my toes. What a fun combination- Here the mint and fur with the plush pale pink + navy screams glamour-ladylike-punchy-preppy-pretty-such a fan of Caitlin Wilson Textiles, I use them in projects all the...

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fab nursery

What a gorgeous nursery designed by Nicole Davis and photographed by Ashlee Raubach. Love!! E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details visit Sarah Swanson Desi...

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re|do - the deck

did I choose a lovely shade of greige to stain my deck?!... Absolutely..the more this outdoor space plays off the rest of the house, the happier I am!! It's been raining all week, so no time to finish up the back yard re|do, but here's a glimpse of the new deck :) E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details...

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fab finds

Love snooping through the Schoolhouse Electric website.. there are some fabulous pieces, furniture, fixtures, hardware, soft goods..lovely! and how about these classic and so cool pieces from Haus Interior added into vignettes- 1. vintage racket 2. large pyramid 3. hurricane 4. polished nickel tray 5. driftwood lamp 6. napkinsBrilliant shops to visit!E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion...

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new arrivals | blue and white

New arrivals just listed in the shop! | shop gallery wallHow gorgeous is this blue and white vignette?! Thanks to Elizabeth from My list becomes his list for adding a gallery wall piece to it..love it!! E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details visit Sarah Swanson Desi...

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pretty | just because I feel like posting pretty..

A little bit of pretty before I bore you with back yard nonsense...   :)How's your long weekend?! May long weekend in Alberta usually signals official 'work in your yard and plant your gardens' weekend. Well we did just that..sort of. A while back I told you about a big backyard redo we had been planning. We started, and switched gears completely part way through.. :) too funny! Well we saved ourselves alot of time, money and energy with the...

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three things

Three things I'm loving today.. I adore crisply slip covered furniture- This is ever present in my mind since my Dad passed away..it's such a great reminder-White, white, white.. all my cupboards are full of! If only they were this pretty!1/2/3E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details visit Sarah Swanson...

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in good company

I'm always excited to see pictures of where your gallery wall $10 art ends up.. I thought it would be fun to show you pieces in the homes of your favorite bloggers! A Creative Day-Marianne Simon Design-Jack & Salma- Design Darling- Marianne Simon Design-Sweet Carolina Wife-Look Linger Love-Natalie Merrillyn-Marianne Simon Design-Recycled Consign and Design-Sherri Cassera Designs- Design Indulgence-Two Ellie-Ack! I'm a lucky girl aren't I?!...

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so flattered + don't forget!!

So flattered to be featured on Lowlife Couture today..I think Becca is pretty awesome, and I love reading her blog! and DON"T FORGET...!!! New design board pricing goes into effect tomorrow ( Friday May 18th! ) so if you want to take advantage of the current $150.00 fee/ room, send me an email to sarah@sarahswansondesign.com or fill out your design questionnaire! ( See new pricing here )E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots...

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love!

How much do I love your fabulously styled photo's of Gallery Wall pieces?!!.. ALOT!! Thanks Natalie :) x E DESIGN ( design/ inspiration board via email after lots of on line discussion ) is the perfect option to help you design from scratch, update or finish a room! To see all the details visit Sarah Swanson Desi...

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