Mixing Blue & Green

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There are some colors you  might not think to put to together, but when you do, it can be an amazing collaboration!


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The subtle blue pairs great with the vibrant green above.

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The lime green gives this dark blue a little brightness, 

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Going bright on both hues can make for an eye catching moment. 

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Pairing these two colors made a fun boys playroom above.

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Having hints of each color really brought this room together.

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Would you put blue and green together?

Sofas that are anything but neutral - couches with color

FREE IMAGES Our walls are close to this color - I just assumed we would get a gray sofa. All though I'd prefer white or cream, with an active young dog and a baby on the way, I'm afraid I'd be constantly fretting over stains. I would never have thought to use a light blue couch against an aqua wall, but I don't mind it here.

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I love navy, but I'm so afraid of it making our already small living room seem smaller.

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This living room isn't our style - but it makes me smile.
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Any of you have a bright, bold sofa that they love?

Bringing the Balcony Back to Life

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Temperatures are slowly rising and the outdoors are getting liveable! Let's take it up a notch and make it loveable. It doesn't matter if you outdoor space is big or small, even a balcony can come back to life. Take these ideas for some inspiration on your balcony:

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Which is your favorite balcony space?

Truly fresh and inspired spaces

FREE IMAGES I strive for a home that is thoughtfully decorated and put together, but at the same time not so styled and polished that it doesn't look like anyone lives there.  It can be a hard balance to strike though, but if you take the time to pick out pieces, colors, and textures that are meaningful to you and fit your lifestyle, your home will feel beautiful to you even if there are shoes left by the door and mail piled on the counter.  Here are some spaces that I think are really beautiful, but have enough personality to shine even if someone really lives there!

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Even though this space is small, seating is ample for a family, just scaled down to fit in the space.
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I don't iron my sheets either, though this be is prettier than mine with the gorgeous emerald shams and quilt!
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This space reminds me of the courtyard rooms in Morocco.  What a treat to have that skylight!
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One of my favorite looks is well-worn books mixed in with family photos and travel souvenirs.
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Subtle touch of Festivities!

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The Gorgeous shades emerald green and white just look  so pretty together.This palette was all about harvest inspired elegance for me .Throw in loads of metallic gold and candlelight and this is about as festive as it gets! Petals of flowers formed rangoli patterns around the candles as an added element that is relatively easy to accomplish yet creates a whole new dimension to the look.

Decorative elements like crystal ittar bottles around the candles , small white shells or a pallankuzhi create a wonderful ambience in any corner or on the dining table.The green kantha bedspread creates a subtle background.

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A Touch of Mint - inspiring ways to use this pretty hue

FREE IMAGES I love the colors that spring brings, one of them being the love for mint. Here's a little inspiration for your day:

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Love this kitchen..we desperately need a backsplash and this one is sooo pretty!

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Bring in green (and clean air) with houseplants!

FREE IMAGES As we struggle to make it through this long winter and prepare for spring to come, bringing some plants into your home may be just what you need!

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There are some great indoor plants that not only bring a little life into your space but also give you a little extra something to brighten up your day. Plants improve the air quality in your home by filtering things like dust, allergens, and toxins and release oxygen.

I don't know if this little lotus is easy to grow - but how gorgeous is that?

If you are the kind of person that struggle to keep plants alive , there are some great choices that need little attention! Some examples are the kentia palms, spider plant, myrsine, and bamboo. These plants make it carefree and easy to have plants indoors. The only plants I've managed to keep alive are spider plants and palmes.

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Smaller plants can add a little something to the room without being too distracting. If you are starting out with plants in your home, this may be the way to go so it's not too overwhelming! 

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Working from home just got a little more pleasant. Plants are said to reduce stress and create a calming work environment which can produce productivity! Having a dedicated space to work is amazing but having a place that is going to enhance your work day is a great plus!

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The biggest issue in my home is not having the windowsill space for plants that need sun, so be sure to do a bit of research so you know what will work best in your environment.

If you have an empty space in your home your not sure how to fill, pulling in a plant could be a great way to complete the room! There are plenty of choices to choose from to fit your needs and very beneficial to a home.
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Are you a fan of indoor plants? Any green thumbs out there?

Subtle and Soft at home

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It's impossible to ignore the magic and romance of rain.The blue monsoons!The blush of soft and subtle colours that we had at home.The subtle mood that enhanced the monsoon feel.Enjoy the colour of the season.Merge with monsoons.The little little Monsoon moods at home...enjoy!

 

love this bedspread..the little orange flowers just lifts your spirit at home

the monsoons mood...i sat here watching the rains..

the small green grasses in blue bottles

the blue hand blockprinted sheet..

the kilol magic!

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this is a beauty from anokhi

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