Lotus Garden - 5 Flatlay Techniques

I am constantly inspired by vibrant prints and textiles. This lovely Shumacher wallcovering from a 1920s archive document shows imagery of the Japanese culture. This application will bring life and energy to any room.  Flat lays are my go to when creating content for the blog. Below are my 5 helpful tips to get started. 

5 Flatlay Techniques

1. I begin with a main piece of inspiration and pull colors from the scene. Choose an item you can build from & that speaks to you.

2. I always try to incorporate a living quality, usually this comes from a bouquet I have around the house or a stem from garden. 

3. The third item is a textile this will add texture and interest. I like to use a piece of fabric, small throw, scarf or a cloth napkin.

4. I like to mix in an item that is currently in season, in this case the lemon. I was lucky enough to get a bunch from my grandmothers garden.

5. The last item is always a fun creative addition and usually a hobby or interest of mine in this case the ball of yarn, as I like to crochet from time to time.

Please share below some creative tips you have when creating your very own flat lays or how these tips helped you.

Tranquility & Creativity

I've discovered my deepest passions when my mind is most clear. By minimizing all distractions and removing unnecessary items, allows me to have a clear vision. These are the recurring thoughts as I style for specific themes and moments in my life.

One evening, it dawned on me that it had been a while since my last bubble bath. As I lit my Jo Malone candle, I realized how lovely the trio was arranged within the marble tray. The soft pinks & creamy white flowers softened the vanity top, layered with a wood detail for added texture. Between the wood and glow of the fire with the detail of the necklace provides a delicate warmth throughout.

My passion for interiors and love for styling allows me to create and capture these brief moments in time.

“The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling.”

— Fabienne Fredrickson

Red White & Blue

The 4th of July is all about showing off your red white & blue. I wanted to find a creative way to showcase the colors in our home without the traditional decor. The floral colors are lighter in hues not your usual primary colors, but who says we can’t go a shade lighter or darker.  We are having a small 4th of July since it is our first independence day in our new place. I didn’t feel the need to decorate to the nine since we are keeping a low key holiday. We have a wonderful view hope that our neighbors purchased a lot of fireworks for a great show.

What are some of the creative ways you’ve transformed the holiday decor in your home?

Scents of fresh blooms

Decorator Showcase, K Interiors

Burlingame, Ca - Dining Room

Everyone should have a fresh set of flowers in the house to start the week of right. The smells of the blooms linger in the air and throughout the house. Two bouquets from the store can split into at least 3 - 4 vases. One could be the larger vase for the dining table. The second and third can be split into smaller vases for your nightstand and or dresser top. If you happen to have a larger bathroom and enough counter space the vanity top is the perfect place for a few green stems and one or two flowers. The key to creating beautiful arrangements isn't trying to squeeze one vase full but separating the flowers. I so often will only put 2 - 3 stems in the vase on the dining table. Some flowers can stand alone and steal the show themselves.

Happy Friday

What Magical places will you discover this weekend? The excitement over the weekend is always so anticipated and unexpected of the adventures in store. 

Colorful Additions

Just because it's spring that doesn't mean hide the blankets and put away the throws. Yes, the weather is warming up and maybe we don't need the fur throws on the sofa any longer. A new element in a space can change it dramatically, introducing a new color or texture like this wool throw for instance adds color we didn't have in the living room before. This can be achieved through any piece in a home through a new entry rug, table cloth and or duvet cover. It is the little changes that can make a dramatic impact and change the feeling of a space.

Decorator Showcase

San Francisco Decorator Showcase House, 2015

Every year at the end of April the biggest thing to hit San Francisco Interior Design Community comes around. It is known as the Decorator Showcase House. Groups of local designers, some known in the industry and many are using this as a platform to be known. The designers get a room in the house and transform it into something beautiful. The funds raised through this event go towards the San Francisco University High School. 

This years house is at 2698 Pacific Avenue San Francisco, California 94115.

This is a must see and go to event and not to be missed. I know I look forward to this event every year and carve out an evening to attend.

http://decoratorshowcase.org