Weekend DIYs
Rugs, concrete countertops, wedding decorations, and more — what do you have time to DIY this weekend? Read more
9 Ways to Decorate With Saris
I've long been captivated by the beautiful colors and patterns seen in saris. Worn by women in countries including India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Bhutan, and Burma, saris, are most often made of silk and cotton. Not just used as garments, saris have long been re-purposed into home decorating and furniture pieces, as well as artwork. Curious? Check out 9 of my current favorites in Read more
Space-Saving Decor Tips For Kids' Rooms From Design Expert Kelly Edwards
We recently caught up with design expert Kelly Edwards, who has been featured on HGTV's Design on a Dime and Style Network's Tacky House for her scrappy style and ability to transform ordinary rooms into incredible spaces, even on a budget. Kelly's decorating and design expertise apply to any room in the house, but we were eager to hear her ideas specifically for lil ones, and she didn't Read more
Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Novogratzes' New Family Collection For CB2
They've been called "the coolest family in the world," but for Bob and Cortney Novogratz, just being family is enough. The stars of HGTV's Home by Novogratz and mom and dad to seven kids ranging from 3 to 15 have made family their mantra and are now putting it on their designs. The founders of Sixx Design have partnered up with CB2 for a line of products, aptly named FAMILY, that reflect their Read more
Tour the 2012 Kips Bay Decorator Show House
From May 16 to June 14, you can visit the absolutely gorgeous Kips Bay Decorator Show House in person on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Not only is the house brimming over with amazing decorating vignettes and ideas, it also supports a good cause — all proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Since 1973, designers have been transforming a different Manhattan luxury residence with Read more
Link Time: Nautical Decor and Easy Living Room Makeovers
These nautical-themed decor pieces will add Summer style. — California Home + Design Style your foyer in just 8 steps. — House Beautiful Add major style to your garage with these inspirational ideas. — Houzz A colonial reworked by Philip Johnson? You have to see it. — Curbed These 4 simple ideas will make over your living room. — Real Simple Add pop to your patio with neon Read more
Quick Tip: Add a Corner Office
While most of us aren't enjoying the view afforded by a corner office at a corporate firm, we can add a valuable workspace to a corner of our homes — creating, so to speak, a corner office at home (just without the views or the interminable work hours). This charming little corner work space, from Pasadena, CA-based designer Tamara Kaye-Honey, should serve as inspiration to all of us who Read more
Share Photos of Your Home!
There are so many creative, design-savvy readers who read CasaSugar, and we want to see what you've been up to in your homes! I hope you will share your styling and decorating ideas with the rest of us in the Lovely Little Vignettes group, which is the place to share photos of the small vignettes you create in your home, or those you see online or at a friend's home. (If you're not sure what I Read more
Casa Capsule: A Miami Kitchen Update, Mother's Day Gift Options, and Philippe Starck's New Design Hotel
Take a tour of this Miami kitchen's rocking update. This classic country wedding is absolutely lovely. The lovely lilac inspired this roundup of lavender decor pieces perfect for Spring. There's still time to make one of these DIY Mother's Day gifts. Get some great ideas for eco flower arranging, perfect for Mother's Day. The flowering branches and table settings at this David Stark-designed Read more
Link Time: Rustic Decor Ideas, a Swedish House Tour, and Spring Colors That Pop
Tour an absolutely lovely home in Sweden. — Houzz The bizarre decor of a jailed mafioso will surprise you.— Curbed This California cabin is full of great decorating ideas. — Country Living Try one of these rustic decorating ideas to add sweet charm to your home. — Real Simple Redecorate for the season with these Spring colors that pop. — Stylelist Home This West Hollywood Read more
