Daily Inspirational Quotes

I have a new blog that is all about inspirational quotes.  I believe that positive words are such a blessing.  Combine that with great colors and cute fonts and I'm a happy girl!  I have combed the internet and have found literally thousands of beautiful art prints to share daily.  If you need a quote for the day, I hope you'll visit "A Blessing Among Us."

The perfect chevron fabric?

I have searched high and low for the perfect chevron print for our window treatments for the living room.  I think this may be it...a light blue and green chevron pattern by Kast Fabrics called 

SO1301 Breeze Prints in the Cape Cod Collection.

It will go perfectly with this beautiful painting, a Christmas gift from dear friends, 

by New Orleans artist Elise Allen.

What do you think?

Z Gallery - Seashells & Linen

Quite possibly my favorite combination (linen and seashells that is)! I wandered into a Z Gallery last week and was pleasantly surprised by all of the modern pieces in linen and the wonderful assortment of seashell accessories they had. I thought it would make for a perfect post.

So, first for the linen pieces...

I loved their lamps. Especially the Tuxedo Chandelier because it is a wonderful way to show how linen can be used in a modern decor scheme. I love the frilly, romantic look of linen but it can also be used in a contemporary setting and this lamp is the perfect example.


I also liked the Constaletti Floor Lamp with its glass spheres and linen shade.


The Chloe Table Lamp made out of porcelain, comes in three colors and has a shade made of a linen blend.

The Munich Table Lamp is another nice choice for a contemporary feel.

Now my favorite lamp was the Gold Capiz Hanging Lamp. I think this would produce a wonderful, warm glow for a spectacular dinner party!


Moving on from lamps...the Nathan Sofa is a great option for a classic sofa with contemporary lines. I also like the fact it has three cushions...it creates the idea that three people really can sit down and each have their own space.
Don't forget the matching chair...
I also thought the Graham Slipcovered collection was fantastic with its French seams and pillow backs. I especially loved the ottoman!


The Ella Bed is gorgeous in its white linen. It would dress up any room and again is that perfect combination of modern (design) and classic (linen).
I was also attracted to this print titled On the Winds by Maria Antonia Torres. I love blue and taupe, plus it has a linen mat. I had to share!


And next the seashells. I absolutely love this Bolinas Mirror.

And for a more modern look I thought the Oceania Mirror was perfect.

Keeping with the same look, I thought the Perla Collection in bronze was lovely.

If you are more traditional and like things lighter, here are some beautiful options for decor and table top.

Faux Fossilized Shell

Large Atlantis Clam Shell


Perla Bowl - Orchid
Perla Vases - Orchid
Perla Canisters - Orchid


Food Cover with Shells

Natural Shell PlacematDo you love seashells and linen together? If so, I would love to see the looks you have created in your own homes. Please email me...heatherhhays@gmail.com. Until next time!