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Trends Collide…

Hello, loves! I am B of B. in the Know. Thanks for having me at Belle Maison and letting me share some fashionista thoughts with you today! This spring we have seen some very strong trends come out a...

6 h ago 4 people like this

Reader Makeover: DIY Furniture Transformation

Today Im featuring an awesome DIY furniture makeover submitted by reader Sarah. I love the history behind the piece and think it turned out fabulous. (P.S. Be sure to check out Sarahs blog, Hello Lov...

1 day ago 2 people like this

Nursery Decor - Tips on Making it Your Own

Hello everyone, its Erika from small shop! So honored to get to step in for Julie while she is enjoying her new love and life! Since she no doubt has had baby brain the past 9+ months, I thought it m...

3 days ago 5 people like this

Quote of the Week

“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say,and not giving a damn.” - Gore Vidal PHOTO CREDITS: MET HOME; LIVING, ETC.; SELINA LAKE; AMANDA NISBET Design resources, articles, inspiration, des...

3 days ago 12 people like this

For The Love Of Art

It’s a pleasure to be a guest blogger today on Belle Maison. Thank you so much Julie for inviting me to share my love of design with your wonderful readers while you’re on maternity leave. Hi everyon...

25 may 12 8 people like this

Reader Makeover: New Life for an Old Loveseat

Todays reader makeover was sent in by Annie. I love what shes done with an old, dated looking loveseat! Its amazing what a difference new fabric can do for a worn-out piece of upholstery! Have you tr...

24 may 12 8 people like this

Reader Room Design: A Chic Nursery for Twins

Today Im excited to share with you an adorable nursery submitted by Niki Rubin, co-owner of Papery & Cakery, for her baby boy and girl twins. With being a new mom myself, Ive enjoyed looking at n...

22 may 12 16 people like this

Fashion & Decor: The Two Run Parallel When it Comes to Trends

Todays guest bloggers are Lauren and Marika, or better known as "The Golden Girls," from the fun and fashion forward blog, Golden White Decor. Today theyve put together a fantastic post, just...

18 may 12 5 people like this

Reader Project: Bright & Fun Girls Bedroom

As many of you know, Im taking some time off from blogging and working to spend time with my new baby boy. Last month I asked my readers to submit their own personal home tours, DIY projects, etc. an...

17 may 12 9 people like this

Checking In...

Hello lovelies! Im just popping in to say hi and show you some recent photos of Luke (weve taken a gazillion so far!). Hes 2 weeks old today and Im enjoying motherhood so much! Im more tired than Ive...

16 may 12 3 people like this

nature & light: how do you let your light in?

hi friends, its robin from avant garde design! im more than happy to be a guest today on julies blog, one of my favorite blogs! if you know me then you know that when it comes to designing interiors,...

15 may 12 2 people like this

The Height of Chic - Spaces that will Make You Say “Oh, la, la!”

Today Im happy to have Ashley from the fabulous blog Decorology, as a guest blogger. I love what she has to say about "glamming" up your home - its so very true. Enjoy! Every girl needs a lit...

11 may 12 13 people like this

Reader Makeover: A 70s Wet Bar Gets a Fresh Update!

Todays post features an amazing space transformation by Belle Maison reader, Kasey (check out her blog here). She recently transformed the super dated wet bar in her home into a fresh, bright and mod...

10 may 12 6 people like this

Reader Room Design: Sweet Nursery for a Baby Girl

To kick of a month of awesome guest bloggers and reader home tours while I take maternity leave, I have Karla from The Purple Bow, sharing the beautiful nursery she designed for her daughter! Be sure...

09 may 12 8 people like this

Baby Update :)

Happy Monday! I announced Friday that my son, Luke Ryan Thigpen was born last Wednesday, May 2nd at 11:48am, weighing 7 lbs.,13 oz. and measuring 19.5" long. He was 11 days early but is healthy, ...

07 may 12 10 people like this

Baby Thigpen Has Arrived!

Hello everyone! Im blogging from my hospital room to share the good news that my son is finally here! Luke Ryan Thigpen was born on Wednesday, May 2nd at 11:48am, weighing 7 lbs.,13 oz. and 19.5"...

04 may 12 4 people like this

Interior Styling Wednesdays: The Home Office

Today Im kicking off a new weekly series called "Interior Styling Wednesdays," where Ill be highlighting different areas of the home and the best ways to accessorize and style them. One of my...

02 may 12 39 people like this

Domino Magazine Special Feature on One Kings Lane this Week!

Since closing its doors in 2009, home design enthusiasts have yearned for Domino’s inspiring editorial to make a comeback (myself included!). Well, good news...to celebrate the launch of Domino’s spe...

01 may 12 3 people like this

Quote of the Week

“Growth means change and change involves risk, stepping from the known to the unknown.”  - Author Unknown   {IMAGE SOURCES: 1|2|3|4|5} I chose this quote today because Ive been facing ...

30 apr 12 12 people like this

Happy Friday!

So glad to have made it through another week! Im running out the door to meet a client this morning, so for lack of time to do a proper post, Im sharing some recent pins that caught my eye and inspir...

27 apr 12 26 people like this

Kitchen Makeover: A True Transformation!

We all love a good makeover, right?! Its just so fascinating to see how something can go from ugly and dated to shiny and new, whether it be an entire home, room or piece of furniture. This kitchen m...

26 apr 12 14 people like this

Inspiration Snapshot

I stumbled across this gorgeous living room and immediately pinned it for inspiration! Designed by Annsley McAleer of Annsley Interiors, this living room is fresh and inviting. The simple color palet...

25 apr 12 16 people like this

Getting it Right: How to Successfully Mix Patterns

I met with a young couple last week for a design consultation and one of their main frustrations was how to mix patterns in their living room without it looking like a hodgepodge. I find this to be a...

24 apr 12 15 people like this

Quote of the Week

"Color, texture and pattern, when combined  with even just a few accessories, are every  captivating rooms secret weapon."  - Susanna Salk, Be Your Own Decorator {IMAGE SOURCES...

23 apr 12 15 people like this

Design Book Review: French Flair, Modern Vintage Interiors

You can never have too many gorgeous design books, right? There are stacks of them all around my apartment and I refer to them often for inspiration. When Rizzoli offered to send me an advanced copy ...

20 apr 12 11 people like this

Baby Bump Update + Fashion Cravings

Only 4 weeks left until Im due! Its hard to believe my pregnancy is almost over. Its been an amazing experience and one that Ive enjoyed very much (thanks to zero morning sickness and feeling great 9...

18 apr 12 2 people like this

Designer Spotlight: Samantha Pynn

I recently discovered Samantha Pynn and adore her work! Shes a decorator, stylist and the host and principal designer of Summer Home on HGTV Canada. Shes also the Contributing Design Editor for STYLE...

17 apr 12 42 people like this

Quote of the Week

"The greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted....

16 apr 12 20 people like this

Home Tour: Stacey Cohens Posh Condo

Im so happy its Friday and to close out the week, I wanted to share a fun home tour I came across via Style at Home. Owned and designed by up-and-coming interior designer Stacey Cohen, this 965-squar...

13 apr 12 30 people like this

Styling 101: The Kitchen Countertop

Ive received several emails from readers asking for ideas on accessorizing their kitchen counter tops for a look thats stylish yet functional, so I decided to dedicate todays blog post to this very t...

12 apr 12 25 people like this

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