All posts by: melissamclay

The Color of Royalty

Purple!  A great color that has been popular on the runways and in the home for a couple years now.  It’s a color that is going to stick around awhile longer. Historically, the color has been associated with royalty and... Read More

Blue & White Everywhere

Blue and white porcelain has been a favorite of mine for some time.  I grew up with it.  My grandmother had it in her home and my mom has it in her home too.  They both have wonderful taste and... Read More

Am I Seeing Double?

I almost fell out of my chair when I saw this picture in my inbox today. Remember my recent post called Can I Work There? I had mentioned an opportunity to help a client transform an underused living room into... Read More

A Beautiful Room

First, I have to say I’m feeling pretty fortunate today.  Our family enjoyed a really great Valentines Day.  My daughter, Kylie, gave me two really pretty handmade cards and my 9 year old son Connor gave me the best hug... Read More

Local Talent II

When I design a room I start with an “inspirational” piece.  This item can be a great rug, a family heirloom, a beautiful fabric or treasured accessory.  However, one of my favorite items to start with is a beautiful painting.... Read More

Ready for Warmer Weather Yet?

It’s been a crazy couple of weeks.  Some of it crazy good and some of it crazy bad.  The good stuff includes hosting a dinner party for 25 (12 of them kids) in honor of a good friend and her... Read More

A Couple of Projects plus Outdoor Fabrics

My head has been swimming with ideas on what to write about next…outdoor inspiration pictures, decorating with plants, wainscoting and paneling, highlighting a great new artist I just discovered, or showing you who helps me out behind the scenes…the list... Read More

Can I Work There?

Is one of your new years resolutions to become more organized?  What better way to start by revamping your home office or study to keep better organized but also create a space that is so cool you can’t wait to... Read More

Bathroom Inspiration Pictures plus 2011 Resolutions

OK…I have to admit this post is a bit more self serving than most because for the first time ever I’ve written down my resolutions and I hope by sharing them with you will make me more accountable for fulfilling... Read More

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year

Coco + Kelley It’s hard to believe the year is almost over!  For me, it’ll be one to remember…I started my blog which turned out to be much more fun then I ever expected and it’s all been due to... Read More