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To Give and to Receive: Top Gift Choices From Table Tonic's Louise Bell

CasaSugar — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:00:22 PST

Louise Bell, a self-described "design junkie," former magazine creative director, and adorable Aussie, is the mastermind behind Table Tonic. The online shop stocks reasonably priced, quality, global decor that always feels on-trend. When she's not scouring the market for the modern day bohemian, Louise chronicles her design musings, wardrobe picks, health food cravings, and family life in her delightful Table Tonic blog.

To find out what's on Louise's list to give and receive this holiday season, check out her gallery of picks!

Fall Fashion: 6 Key Pieces You Need to Get!

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:46:31 PDT

Ikat, snakeskin, velvet, oh my! Fall is just around the corner, and it’s time to get our closets chock-full of transitional pieces that will lead us stylishly into Winter. Taking a cue from our favorite runways, we selected the six key pieces that you need to invest in this season. We can’t wait to get our hands on a sumptuous tuxedo blazer, a feminine tie-front blouse, and everything velvet! Watch our video to see the trends we’re currently coveting. On Allison: H&M blouse, Rebecca Taylor skirt, and Sam Edleman shoes.

DIY: Ikat Stenciled Drapes

Casa Community — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:00:29 PDT

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member ourfifthhouse from the Su Casa group:

I like to change the drapes in my family room with the seasons. I like something a bit heavier for the Fall and Winter, and then when Spring rolls around I like something a little lighter and brighter. I didn't want to spend a lot of money, but I was definitely itching for a change.

I decided to make my own drapes using paint drop cloths and a stencil that I already had. The drop cloths were $9.99 each at Lowes. I used stitch witchery to hem the sides, and then used an ikat stencil to create my own drapes.

I also used a little stitch witchery to attach a ribbon to the edge to give them a nice finished look.

Continue reading to see the finished product!

Su Casa: Ourfifthhouse's Dining Room Update

Casa Community — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 06:00:00 PST

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member ourfifthhouse from the Su Casa group:

I recently stenciled one wall in our dining room with an ikat pattern stencil I found on Etsy. I made a few other changes to the room like painting the ceiling, adding trim to the drapes, and creating a new vignette over the buffet. The stencil wall made the biggest impact, though. It's amazing how one stenciled wall changed the entire look of the room!

Check out Our Fifth House for more details including a stencil tutorial and the before pics!

Have you been doing any decorating lately? Be sure to share photos with the Su Casa group!

Inspired: Patterns and Baubles at Doha Tribeca Film Festival

Elka Karl — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 14:00:38 PDT

Last night, Sherine Morad Ahmed from Bibliotheca Alexandrina mixed up patterns and baubles at the Opening Night Gala during the 2010 Doha Tribeca Film Festival. Inspired by her bold use of pattern and shape, I decided to put together a sitting area that echoed the spirit of her outfit. This is definitely a bold look, and one that takes a certain tolerance for pattern (which I apparently have in spades). Two of my favorites from this look are the Sofa With Bridal Rug ($1,600) from Wisteria and the Modo Three-Sided Chandelier ($4,000) from Design Within Reach. To shop the rest of the look just click on each image!

Assisted Living: Ikat Fabric

CasaSugar — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:00:00 PDT

The one and only PartySugar recently wrote in the Assisted Living group asking for help finding this ikat chair fabric, which she spotted on Design*Sponge. It's divine! And it would look fabulous with her pink damask bedroom wallpaper, which I helped her find. I went straight to the source and got in touch with the designer herself, Susan Galvani of Spruce Interior Design, to find out where Party can pick up this dreamy fabric.

To find out what fabric it is, continue reading.

Who Wore It Better? Pink and White Gucci Ikat Dress

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:00:22 PDT

What a fantastic dress. I loved this pink and white Gucci Ikat dress when January Jones wore it to a pre-Golden Globe Awards party in January. It's girlie, yet modern. Taraji P. Henson chose the same frock for an evening at Cipriani with Mary J. Blige and friends last night. Both ladies opted for black shoes, but January's are satin pumps and Taraji's are architectural sandals. JJ grabbed a small black purse (you can sort of see it on the table next to her), and Taraji a pearl white clutch. Lastly, Taraji wore David Yurman drop earrings and fun teal nail polish. Who wins - less or more?!

Roundup: Ikat and Suzani Pillows For Valentine's Day

CasaSugar — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:30:19 PST

Painter, designer, and purveyor of all things ikat Madeline Weinrib is trying to change the face of Valentine's Day this year, offering up her beautiful handmade ikat and suzani pillows and clutches as V-Day gifts in place of red roses and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. Produced historically for dowries and in marriage customs in Central Asia, suzanis do make a fittingly romantic token of affection. If you live in New York City, I'd definitely recommend picking up one for yourself or your sweetheart at her atelier on the sixth floor of ABC Carpet & Home - look at that heart-shaped ikat bolster! Otherwise, here are some equally chic and Valentine's-Day-appropriate ikat and suzani pillows:

Roundup: Perfect Presents For Boho Babes

CasaSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:15:00 PST

Do you have a sis or a best friend whose bohemian spirit takes her to all corners of the globe? Does your gal pal love the look of layered textiles and unexpected prints? If so, then I'm sure she'd appreciate a present that will help her to decorate her home to reflect just that.
Even if she's only in her casa for a minimal amount of time, given her globetrotting habits, she'll still be happy to return to a home decorated with a present from her thoughtful friend.

Source: Flickr User kooklanekookla

Cool Idea: Re-Imagining Cardboard Boxes

CasaSugar — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:00:14 PDT

Su Casa member Bromeliad could've simply recycled this cardboard box, but she saw hidden potential in its boring exterior. She explains, "This is a simple and inexpensive project I made using a cardboard box, doublesided tape and highlighter markers."

To see how she transformed the boxes,

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Bromeliad printed out an image of ikat that fit the size of her box, traced the shape, and colored it in. Using doublesided tape, she wrapped the cardboard box with the "ikat." What a cool, cheap transformation! Get all of the directions here.

Have you come up with a cool home project? Show it off in Su Casa!