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10 Spring into GreenJadeite is a popular and beloved vintagecollectible. Find out more about the originsand appeal of this sturdy kitchenware.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E

32 A Recycled RoomThe main ingredients for a new kitchen maybe right in front of you. Think twice beforeyou replace your old reliables.B Y C A T H E R I N E T I T U S F E L I X

38 Modern TraditionHe likes traditional pieces; she’s more of amodernist. See how these homeowners’opposing styles are combined for a homethat combines the best of both worlds.B Y J E N N I F E R G A U D E T

48 Trust the Big PictureAn interior designer shares her insight onreviving a beach cottage. B Y S A R A H Y O O N

58 Big Style for a SmallSpaceLiving in a small home can breed clutter. Tipsand tricks on keeping organized in style. B Y T O R R E Y K I M

68 Sea ChangeA couple moves from an ornate Victorianto a casual beach cottage. Their decorativejourney will inspire your own décor. B Y L A U R I S M O R G A N G R I F F I T H S / N A R R A T I V E S

84 Vibrantly VintageFlea-market finds are an essential elementin this bright, fresh and fun bedroom.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E

90 Dream On: FiveInspirational BedroomsFind your favorite style to make yourdream room a reality.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E

RENOVATE & DECORATE

106 Bathing BeautyA woman’s bathroom is her soothing sanctuary.We’ll show you how to get the look. B Y R E B E C C A J . R A Z O

112 The Vintage GardenThe secret to transforming your outdoorspaces into a springtime sensation is right inyour own backyard. B Y J I C K I E T O R R E S

118 Thrifty-Chic Décor A limited budget doesn’t mean your decor-ating options are limited. Find out how to useyour money wisely to get the desired results.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E

124 Minute MakeoversFast and fresh ideas on livening up your living areas. B Y J I C K I E T O R R E S

128 Get OrganizedSolve your storage dilemmas in style withthese creative double-duty darlings youalready have at home.B Y J I C K I E T O R R E S

134 How to Create and HangYour Own Custom WallpaperIf the hunt for wallpaper has been a bitsticky for you, consider designing your ownpattern and hanging it yourself.

138 Recycled ChicOne woman’s junk is another woman’s treasure.Tips on repurposing castaway items.B Y N A T A L I E E C H E V E R R I A

146 Room RecipeLess is more in room décor. Adopt a mini-malist mindset for maximum impact.B Y J I C K I E T O R R E S

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8 Decoupage household items with sheet music.16 Make a Gustavian clock.36 Design a salvaged kitchen.38 Blend opposing design styles.57 Optimize storage in small spaces.62 Style a bar cart.84 Redesign in vintage style.106 Create your dream bathroom.112 Add flea-market finds to your garden for a vintage look.123 Score thrifty steals for your home.124 Update your rooms with these easy makeovers.128 Organize and declutter your rooms.134 Design and hang your own custom wallpaper138 Become a junk scavenger.146 Start the new year with a clean slate.

DO IT YOURSELF!

COTTAGES & BUNGALOWS (ISSN 1941-4056) Volume 8, Issue 01 is published 8 times per year - April, May, June, July/August, September,October/November, December/January and February/March byBeckett Media, LLC, 22840 Savi Ranch Pkwy., Suite 200, Yorba Linda, CA92887. Periodicals postage paid at Anaheim, CA, and additional mailingoffices. Postmaster: send address changes to Cottages & Bungalows c/oBeckett Media, 4635 McEwen Road, Dallas, TX 75244. © 2013 by BeckettMedia, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any material from this issuein whole or in part is strictly prohibited. GST #855050365RT001 Canada Post:Publications Mail Agreement #40612608. Return undeliverable Canadianaddresses to: PITNEY BOWES, INC., P.O. Box 25542, London, ON N6C 6B2.

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SHOPPING24 Color Palettes

Three shades are combined for one fresh andfabulous effect.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E

26 The Goods

Refresh your bedroom by creating a retreatthat reflects your style with these accessories.B Y N A T A L I E E C H E V E R R I A

96 Blues Traveler

If you can only add one new color to your décor,go for indigo. The deep-blue hue goes with anystyle, yet it’s anything but neutral.

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MAIL, NEWS, ETC.

6 From the Editor

8 Extra, Cottage Charmers

14 Good Looks

16 DIY Essentials

18 Pure & Simple

20 Artistry

22 In Season

23 Tried & True

• 20 Inspiring Bedrooms: Simple ways to create a haven….26, 38, 48, 68, 84, 90 • Plan Your Dream Cottage: Easy ways to decorate, transform and update….32, 38, 48,

68, 84, 90, 106, 118• Get Organized! 10 fast & effortless tips......128• Thrifty Chic: Amazing makeovers and stylish looks on a budget…26, 32, 84, 90, 118,

124, 138• Tips from the Pros: How to pick colors and design your rooms…38, 48, 68, 118, 124

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I WORK WITH MANY DESIGNERS ANDget to visit many great homes as the editorof this magazine—a benefit that helps thestress of breakneck-pace deadlines recedeinto the background.

A pattern I’ve observed is that the bedroom is often the last room to be feath-ered. It’s natural to want to spend your timeand budget on the foremost rooms of thehouse; the ones where you entertain in, playhostess in and spend your family momentsin. However, like a great trip to the spa, abedroom that has been appointed as aprivate haven seems to have the mostmagical restorative powers.

Good rest feeds the imagination. To fallasleep easily and awaken to great stylereadies you for your day and reminds you

that dream homes are what you make them. This issue is filled with ideas to help you

make the best use of your space, frominspiring personal havens to tips fororganizing your clutter and streamliningyour décor. I hope you find somethingthat awakens your passion to take care ofyourself and spread the good vibes fromthe very start of your day.

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Beautifully graphic and sentimental, sheet music is a charming way to add cottagestyle to your rooms.

CHOOSE YOUR MUSIC BY SONG TITLE AND DIS-

PLAY in a frame or on a shelf—no piano needed.

Sheet music also lends itself wonderfully to cot-

tage-style crafts: Wrap a page around aglass vase for a quick pick-me-up. Or

decoupage anything from switchplates to mirror

frames and drawer knobs for a creative and lyrical

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Spring into green

Didknow

Anchor Hocking GlassCompany was thelargest producer of

jadeite. They created the popular

Fire King line.

In the 1940s, milky-green glass started appearing indiners and kitchen cupboards around the nation. Now,decades later, collectors are appreciating jadeite’s colorand patterns once again.

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ADEITE’S GREEN HUE MAKES IT A PERFECTaddition to any spring table, vintage-stylekitchen or collector’s shelf. While readily availableonline, in vintage shops and at your local fleamarket, collecting a set of these popular dinnerware and serving pieces requires a bit ofbackground knowledge to track down matchingstyles. Unlike other vintage glass, jadeite isdurable and thick, so don’t be afraid to put theseclassic pieces to use in your kitchen.

HISTORY“The three main manufacturers of jadeite were

McKee, Jeannette and Anchor Hocking GlassCompany,” says Diane Sedo, a jadeite collectorand owner of Sentimental Celebrations. Each created a signature line that collectors now readily snatch up. “McKee and Jeannette areknown for making kitchen pieces like reamers,bowls, spice jars and dishware. As the largest producer of jadeite, Anchor Hocking createdinexpensive and utilitarian restaurant ware that was used in diners, schools and hospitals,” she says.

MAKER’S MARKCathie Caldwell from the Chapman Avenue

Antique Mall in Orange, California, has been collecting jadeite for 49 years. She says mostauthentic jadeite will feature a stamp from itsmaker on the bottom and will sport the distinctive signature color. Knowing your productwill help you compile your collection, as not all ofthe older or more rare pieces will have a stamp.Books and online research will help determinethe age. Having a piece appraised can also helptrack down the manufacturer or line.

An example of an original without a stamp,this hen on nest egg dish has been assessed as an original but the maker is yet unknown.“Martha Stewart helped make jadeite more collectable when she used it in her magazinesand cooking show,” Diane says. “She also reproduced some pieces—including the hen on nest dish— from old molds and sold them inher Martha by Mail catalog. The pieces aremarked MSM.”

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Opposite: A petite treasure, this restaurantware mug is a fun way to bring vintage stylingto your morning routine. Jadeite was manufactured in the days before dishwashers. Itis recommended that jadeite pieces not bewashed in the dishwasher.

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Clockwise from top left: This reproduction ball pitcher is a per-fect kitchen accent. An original jadeite pitcher in this style cancost hundreds of dollars • Reproduction pieces like these salt-and-pepper shakers are an affordable way to get the look ofjadeite on your vintage-styled table. • Collect a place setting ofjadeite for a fun and festive table of vintage restaurant ware sureto brighten your breakfast. • McKee also made this Sunkistreamer in the 1940s.

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PRICINGCommon pieces of jadeite readily

available through online marketplacesand at flea markets include Jane Ray dinnerware and Fire King restaurantware from Anchor Hocking, Diane says.These are more affordable collections,with some pieces costing under $10.

More difficult-to-find, and thereforemore expensive, patterns include AnchorHocking’s Swirl and Alice as well as origi-nal ball pitchers in the Target andManhattan patterns. Some snack platescan cost up to $200.

HOW TO DISPLAY THEM Show off the beautiful color jadeite

offers by filling a glass-front cabinet orcreate a grouping on an open shelf. Pairwith vintage linens on your table for a

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The rarity of the original ball pitcherhas one collector’s

piece valued at$10,000.

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4. Navy Greek-key throw, $150. (888) 99-BELLE orbelleandjune.com.

5. Teal lumbar pillow, $85. Visit shopsocietysocial.com.

6. Arteriors Dunmoore side table, $1,320. Visitarteriorshome.com.

7. Ibiza in indigo, $108 per square foot. (800) 944-2858 or elsoncompany.com.

8. Greek-key throw, $265. (800) 791-6770 or janetkain.com.

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MODERN ClockGaga for Gustavian? You can get

the look of a Swedish clock witha fun twist— on a budget—

with this crafty new title.

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THE IDEA BEHIND AMYAzzarito’s new craft tome is onefor the history books.

Past & Present: 27 FavoriteMoments in Decorative Arts Historyand 24 Modern DIY Projects thatInspired Them traces key historicaldesigns and reimagines them fortoday’s interiors.

Design fans will love learningabout how timeless patterns,and shapes came about andrevel in the chance to createthier own take.

Here, Amy shares a projectinspired by Swedish style’s iconicGustavian clock.

how to make a

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Excerpted from Past & Present: 27 FavoriteMoments in Decorative Arts History and 24Modern DIY Projects that Inspired Them

When designing this modern, rustic clock,Kate Pruitt wanted to echo the shape andsimplicity of the Swedish clocks produced inthe town of Mora during the 18th century. Weused carbon paper to transfer the designonto the boards, but you can also copy thedesign onto acetate, project it onto theboards, and paint over the projected design.Salvaged wood was used for this project, butif you want you can buy new planks at a hard-ware store and stain them for an aged effect.

What you’ll need: • 3 planks of old wood fencing, approxi-

mately ¾-inch (2 cm) thick x 5-inches (1.52 m) tall x 5 ½ inches (14 cm) wide; choose boards that are straight and have no bowing, curving, or chipped edges

• Wood glue • White acrylic paint • Clock-movement kit with silver hands for

¾-inch (2 cm) deep surface • Small eye hooks • Picture wire • Sandpaper • Drop cloth or scrap cardboard • Three 24-inch (61 cm) adjustable metal

clamps • Rag • Chisel or paint scraper • Ruler or T-square • Chalk or white colored pencil • Saw (a circular saw is best, but a table

saw, jigsaw, or hand saw will work) • Large sheet of carbon paper, to transfer image • Pencil • Small paintbrush • Drill with 5⁄16 inches (8 mm) bit

How to do it:1. Clean and lightly sand the boards. Placethe planks on the drop cloth and arrangethem, into a tight row of three. Open theclamps an inch or two (2.5 to 5 cm) widerthan the width of the three boards together

(about 18-inches/46 cm). Run a line of gluealong the length of the plank edges that willmeet. Use your finger to spread the glueover the surface of each edge—it’s okay if alittle drips; you can clean it up later.

2. After applying glue to each edge, reposi-tion the planks, with the “good” sides facingup, forming one giant board. Clamp theplanks together at the top, bottom, andmiddle. Tighten the clamps to squeeze theplanks together, then use a damp cloth towipe up the glue drips. Let the glue set atleast an hour. Then remove the clamps andtest the strength of the glue; your boardshould feel like one solid piece. Turn theboard over and use a chisel to gentlyremove the beads of glue on the back orsand the piece down again.

3. Use the ruler and chalk to mark straight,level edges on the top and bottom of theboard. Use the saw to cut along those linesin order to create even edges. Sand roughedges smooth.

4. Enlarge the image at left by 1,200% toachieve the correct size—48 inches tall and14 1/4 inches wide (122 x 36 cm). Take thetemplate to your local copy store and askthem to print the full enlargement in blackand white on large-format paper.

5. Tape a layer of carbon paper over the fullsurface of the board, and then tape thecopied image directly over it with theimage facing up. Trace over the lines firmlywith a pencil to transfer a carbon copy outline onto the boards.

6. Lay the board on a flat work surface thatyou can comfortably stand over. Use yourwhite paint and thin paint brush to carefully paint over your traced outline. Alittle inconsis tency is acceptable—it willadd to the charm of the design. Allow thepaint to dry completely.

7. Find the center of the clock face and markit with a pencil. Drill a hole through the cen-ter point. Assemble the clock movementthrough this hole following the manufac-turer’s instructions. Attach small eye-hooksand picture wire to the back of the board tohang it, or simply lean it against a wall as afloor clock.

Past & Present: 27 Favorite Moments inDecorative Arts History and 24 ModernDIY Projects that Inspired Them by AmyAzzarito, published by Abrams, © 2013;abramsbooks.com.

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Hotspots Polka dots add retro style that is feminine

and fun. Here’s how to incorporatethis peppy pattern in any space.

1 |Polka dots are the perfect pattern to mix and match withother designs. Their small, simple scale and graphic neat-ness pairs easily with floral,plaid and almost any othermotif. Use it as a layering piecefor your bed set.

Can you combine more thanone polka dot pattern in thesame room? Sure! Simply makesure you balance the two bychoosing a small scale and alarger scale to give one pattern a dominant presencein the room.

Incorporate solids to balancethe look. Bright-red and vintage-toned beige toolboxeshelp ground the design withsolid color. A powder-bluethrow also helps balance thedistribution of pattern in theroom.

Small details tie it all together.From the dotted pitcher offlowers to the red-and-whitemug, the polka-dot theme iscarried throughout the roomfor a cohesive look.

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QuiltedSTORYTELLINGLinens and literature combine when text is literallywoven into modern-day heirlooms.

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OMMA WORKSHOP OWNER KERRYLarkin has taken her family’s tradition of quilting, passed downby her great-grandmother, andput her own modern twist on it bystitching poems and phrases into

quilts, pillows and tea towels. “I’ve always been fascinated with words,”

Kerry says. “I love the idea of being envelopedin words. Quilts already have so much meaning and tradition; the words just make itwarm and homey.”

Words, rather than leaf or flower patterns,are the designs of the quilts made by Kerry andher team, and while the quilts can be hung onwalls, Kerry prefers they be considered cherished functional pieces, enjoyed by generations to come.

“I like draping quilts over ladders so peoplecan only glimpse the text,” Kerry says. “I wantpeople to pull them down and engage withthe words.”

Kerry recommends setting stacks of quilts—vintage mixed in with contemporary styles—on side tables where guests can pull one overthemselves when the weather turns chilly.

“I like drapingquilts over laddersso people can onlyglimpse the text,”Kerry says. “Iwant people topull them downand engagewith the words.”

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"Quilts already have somuch meaning andtradition; the wordsjust make it warmand homey.”

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Peskir Horizon towel 21.5” x 36”, $26.50. PestamelQuiet Home in dark-blue, 64” x 38”, $49.99. Visitbellasturkishtowels.com.

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4—London Road (top left), Star Studded (right) andBlue Bliss (bottom) semi-gloss paint, $24.95 for 1quart. (866) 587-7855 or ecospaints.com.

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Blend a deep-blue hue with aturquoise accent to create a soothingbedroom that’s sure to keep youwell-rested in the new year.

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Practicality and style cometogether in this drawer cabinet.Bedside case with four drawers inblue 7, $1,550. (207) 774-7472 orfurniturea.com.

The fringe trim of thispillow adds a fun texture

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You can never go wrong with theclassic look of stripes. Made from Strauss

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Nothing brightens up aspace like yellow flowers.Pair the curtain with some

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This chair uses a timeless silhouette-style pattern that makes it an

elegant accent piece.Kate chair, $1,295-$2,449.

For dealers, visit jessicacharles.com.

Flaunt this throw proudly—digitally printed on satin, this

pattern radiates on its own.Luminous Lily & Violet satin

bed throw, $466.83. Visit everythingbegins.com.

Flip over your quiltwhen you want a

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Keep it classy anddress up your

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bows. Prim & Propershower curtain, $50.

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Uncover a hidden treasure with this floral-scentedcandle. With every use, the wax melts down, unveiling a charm until it is exposed and ready forexcavation. Hip Hip Hooray candle, $24.99. (877)327-5223 or bellaj.com.

Ooh la la is right—fabricated from recycled water bottlesand recycled poly, thispillow is environmen-tally friendly and chic.C’est très magnifique!Ooh La La pillow inoatmeal/red, $98.(206) 402-4515 ornubegreen.com.

Spring is finally here with this colorful floral pattern. Hand printed by artisans, this duvet cover and sham are trulyone-of-a-kind. Taylor duvet cover and sham inazalea, starting at $40. (800) 818-8288 or companyc.com.

Make a statementwith this bed—itssimple shape and

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Martin bed incayenne pepper,

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A contemporary design like this bringsmodern art into the bedroom. Ogeeembroidered pillow in pink design byTrina Turk, $121. (888) 338-8111 orburkedecor.com.

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Old cabinets, a sink and a fridge are salvaged tocook up a new kitchen.

A Recycled Room B Y C A T H E R I N E T I T U S F E L I X

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y K R I S T I N A O ’ B R I E N

When remodeling the kitchen calls for replacing elementsmore for looks than functionality, those cast-off materialsdon’t need to lose their value. Interior designer SarahSteinberg’s redesign of this Maine farmhouse kitchenfocused on upgrading the rental-property kitchen into a full-time workhorse.

What Sarah and the couple didn’t expect was that the old materials would not leave the property—instead they’d find anew home in a newly built second kitchen that would service thefamily in a whole new way.

KEEP YOUR OPTIONS OPENAs Sarah and the contractors began tearing out the old

kitchen, they decided to store the old cabinets and appliancesin a barn until they could decide what to do with them.

“The barn was already in use as a guest house and home office,”Sarah says. It also held a rudimentary kitchen. Sleeping accom-modations were in the hay loft above it.

“All that was in the kitchen was an old, stained, round-bottomed vanity sink; a freestanding range and a fridge,”Sarah says. “There were no cabinets or workspace. It wasdark, and the only storage was in an antique sideboard.”But this was just the kind of space to get Sarah’s creativejuices flowing.

“I suggested turning the current space into a nice kitchenby reusing the materials we’d pulled out of the main house.They said ‘go ahead,’ so I did!”

SAVE THIS, LOSE THAT“We couldn’t reuse the upper cabinets, but the base cabinets,

sink and fridge were all salvaged from the main house,” Sarah explains. “I designed open shelves instead, and my cabinet makers built them. Then we painted everything white.”

The original kitchen had granite countertops, but theyweren’t the best solution. “It would cost just as much torework as to buy new,” Sarah says. “Plus, you can’t be sure thegranite won’t crack when you try to cut it, so we had a localwood supplier create mahogany countertops. It’s a greatmaterial [for kitchens]; it’s hard, has a lot of grain and is verydurable, depending on the finish.” Sarah opted for

IF IT AIN’T BROKE, why not reuse it?

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The table and chairs were survivors from a previous remodel.

Their modern lines and color provide a contrast to the vintage

atmosphere of the old barn.

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Custom-built shelving offers spacefor frequently used china, while a

window provides light for the sink.

polyurethane, but oil or marine-gradefinishes are also options.

“My clients picked the wall color, and it was perfect to [visually] push theroom out and accent the beauty of thepine floors, white paint and mahogany,”she says.

Since this is not a full-time kitchenand she wanted to keep the costs down,Sarah chose a minimum of lighting. “Wekept the pendant light in the center ofthe space and the window lights thesink.” Sarah says. “There is also a lamp bythe stove. We didn’t want to get into alot of new wiring.”

The owners are thrilled with theirbonus kitchen. “This is the hus-band’s office, and he uses itall the time,” Sarah says.

“I smile when I think of themoment that I decided tocobble it all together,” she says.“Creating this kitchen was likemaking an amazing dinner out ofleftovers or like making a quilt.The whole space is a talein repurposing.”

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How to Find and Design

SalvagedKitchens

Maybe it’s an example of Yankee ingenuityor thrift, but Maine-based designer

Sarah Steinberg makes kitchen salvagesomething of a specialty.

“In our design work, we pull out kitchensall the time,” Sarah says. “Sometimes we sellthem, and sometimes we donate them toHabitat for Humanity.” In the case of thisbarn project, the old kitchen was recycledinto the guest cottage. “If I were looking tosave money on cabinets, I’d look for some-one else’s cabinets and paint or refinishthem,” Sarah says. “That can be a reallygood cost-saver. You are letting someoneelse take the depreciation on the cabinets.”

HERE ARE SOME OF SARAH’STIPS FOR FINDING, AND

WORKING WITH, RECYCLEDKITCHEN CABINETRY:

Look for all-wood cabinets.If the bones of the cabinets are solid, youcan easily strip and paint them. It takes moretime, but it saves a lot of money.

Craigslist, eBay, local newspaperads and architectural salvage yards are allgood sources for pre-owned kitchens. Checkwith restaurant-supply stores in your area, too;some sell used equipment as well as new.

Don’t try to cut or reconfiguregranite counters. They are very likely tocrack and are hard to work with.

Look for remnant pieces ofstone at stone yards. They’re much less costly.

Use solid wood, like mahogany, asa countertop material. You can find largecuts at salvage yards.

Be creative with the cabinet layout. Gaps can be filled with openshelves, tray-slots or even beverage coolers.

New hardware is a great way toupdate old cabinets.

A base cabinet withmahogany top creates a coffee nook within easy

reach of the home office,located just a stall away.

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TYPE OF HOME: 19th-century Vernacular farmhouse and stable.

BACKGROUND: When designer SarahSteinberg was hired to reconfigure theinterior of this Maine farmhouse, sherecycled the old kitchen into the formerstable. This created a comfortable andworkable guest house/home office.

STYLE FILE

DESIGN ELEMENTS: Original details,such as the hoof-marked pine floors,antique wainscoting and sliding stalldoors, are off-set by modern furnishingsand appliances.

DECORATING COLOR SCHEME:“Bluebell,” a light-blue paint fromMaine Cottage Paints on the walls, andclear white on the trim and cabinets ac-cent the natural wood tones of pineand mahogany.

INNOVATIVE IDEA: Recycled cabinets had to be tweaked to fit theexisting space. Sarah had one cornerof the base unit cut at an angle toprovide access to the stairway doorand used open shelves in place ofupper cabinets. Additional storage is provided by a sideboard in the dining area.

With the sink and fridge just a coupleof steps across the room and plenty ofworkspace on either side of the stove,the tiny kitchen works like a big one.

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HERE ARE CERTAIN THEMES THAT TRADITIONAL COTTAGES BEGfor: exposed wood, garden ambience and classic silhouettes. Thetwo-bedroom cottage, built in 1947 in the Cheviot Hills neighbor-hood of West Los Angeles, tucked amid winding, hilly streets withScottish names, fits like a glove into its traditional setting. Los Angeles-based designer Georgette Westerman helped make itas functional as it is charming, using a mix of contemporary and traditional styles that the homeowners longed for to make it comfortable and personal.

STYLE SYNTHESISTo make each room truly comfortable for homeowners Marisa

Westervelt and John Keith, Georgette needed to marry two some-times-opposing styles: he likes traditional pieces; she has an interestin modern design. Georgette’s challenges were to create a cohe-sive style story within each room. Approaching one room at a time,she and the homeowners began with a furniture. From there,Georgette filled in the gaps with complementary colors, reuphol-stering, décor accents and rugs.

“I usually start every room with the rug and use it as inspirationto build a color palette,” Georgette says.

The open, airy living room exemplifies this principle well. A light-colored, large rug blankets the floor and sets the tone for thetaupe sofa and the armchairs donning cushions in a similar hue.Along with a glass coffee table and side table, the lighter tonescontrast the darker woods in the room, adding reflective elementsthat brighten the overall look.

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Georgette and the homeowners beganwith a furniture floor plan to assesswhat pieces were already in the home.From there, Georgette filled in thegaps with complementarycolors, reupholstering, décor accentsand rugs.

Opposite: The crisp whiteof the mantel and adjacentbookcase provide a nicecontrast with the unpaintedbrick in the fireplace.

The clock and leatherglobe have a vintage look,but are actually new pieces.They sit atop an antique buffet that has been in thefamily for generations; an18th-century piece that wasrestored after being kept in abarn for several years.

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“Rather than adding more wood, I feltthat the glass furniture lightened the space,since you can see the entire rug patternthrough the coffee table,” Georgette says.

When creating a color scheme for theroom, Georgette chose warm, “feel-good”hues, painting the walls in a soft blue-gray,installing blue window treatments, andadding pops of orange with artwork andaccent pillows. Painted a crisp white, themantel and fireplace transformed into afocal point with a fresh, modern look.

Drawing the eye upward, the natural texture of the exposed ceiling beams addscontrast, along with the rich pine flooringthat runs throughout the home. Georgettesourced durable fabrics to reupholster theset of armchairs the couple had to representboth of their styles in the room.

“The living and dining areas became ourfavorite places in the home. A comfortableblend of formal and relaxed, they work foreverything from meals to cocktails and conversation, or simply reading by the fireplace,” Marisa says.

Modern touches continue to blend withtraditional elements in the nautical-themednursery. Bright, cheery colors make thespace comfortable for both baby and parents, and painted oars from Pottery Barnadorn the wall above the changing table toadd a whimsical touch. With a red, whiteand blue palette, the theme gives a nod totraditional Americana, while a wide-stripedwall Georgette painted behind the cribadds a graphic punch.

Drawing the eyeupward, the naturaltexture of the exposedceiling beams addscontrast, as does therich pine flooringthat runs throughoutthe home.

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A CLEAN, CLEAR FINISHOften the smallest corners in a home,

such as an entryway, can be the most challenging to style, yet when given a littleattention create a valuable open flow fromone room to the next. Georgette treatedthe entryway as its own individual space,keeping it both functional and free of clutter. One key way to accomplish this isincluding the essentials—a spot for keysand mail, and accessible extra storage.Disguised in the mirrored glass table, is astylish storage solution, along with the decorative boxes that sit on top. Usingboxes, trays or small bowls as a catch-all forstray items creates simplicity and a clean,polished look. Another way to keep a roomor small corner looking fresh is with floralaccents, like the small vase that finishes thetabletop vignette.


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Connected to the living areain one large, open room, thedining area carries through theblue color scheme with cushionsand detailed china patterns.

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1. USE LIGHTER COLORS, especially in pieceswith major impact, like window treatments, rugs,fabrics and wall colors.

2. ADD A LIGHT FIXTURE to instantly brightenup any space, whether a tiny corner or large dining area.

3. A ROOM HAS TO BE BOTH FUNCTIONALAND MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD. Ask yourself if itflows and serves a purpose, and if you are comfortable in the space. If not, move thingsaround and edit items as needed. “Without these

two components, a room is not successfully designed,” Georgette says.

4. INTERIOR DESIGN is a reflection of you andshould represent your likes and style. Regardless ofthe item, don’t add something to your space thatyou can’t find a sense of value in.

5. COLORS SHOULD COMPLEMENT ONE ANOTHER, not compete. Strive for a balance between neutral and bright colors, and allow lightand dark to contrast with one another rather thanadd weight to the room.

Although the entryway is connected tothe living and dining areas, Georgettedesigned it to have individual interestand utility, in order to make every inchof the home functional.

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The sofa and pillows in the den featurea variety of textures and fabrics, while avintage-style poster of Disneyland adds agraphic pop to the wall.

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The oars, found at Pottery Barn,make the perfect statement piece forthe nursery.

A sailboat and tiny waves adornthe wall and add texture. Combinedwith custom bedding that GerogetteDesigned, it helps to complete thenursery’s nautical theme.

Georgette added a monogram tothe nursery’s striped wall, anotherpersonal touch the family can enjoyfor years to come.

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The repeated shade of blue ties each room together, and creates

a sense of calm in the bedroom.

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the Big PictureTrust

A cozy Rhode Island beachcottage is spruced up with

simple, effective décor.

B Y S A R A H Y O O NP H O T O G R A P H Y B Y N A T R E A

S T Y L E D B Y K A T E J A C K S O N


Never pass up a good deal on an antique chair ata flea market. This antique Bentwood Caboosechair with spindles is a classic silhouette andworks well as a dining-room side chair. Traditionalstyles like this can be used anywhere, from thekitchen to an entryway, and even a bedroom.

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“TRUST ME,” KATE JACKSON SAIDencouragingly.

The interior designer browsed throughfabric swatches and emailed a few picturesto her client. While updating your home, it’seasy to get overwhelmed by the numerousdetails. If you follow your instincts, the separateelements will come together. The client wasn’t always sure about the designer’schoices, but “when she saw everything, shewas blown away,” Kate says.

THE BIG PICTUREWhen sampling details, it’s often difficult

to comprehend the completed project. Indesigning the cottage’s living room, Katehad the big picture in mind. She settled ona charcoal-gray sofa with a “really playfulskirt on the bottom.” The sofa balancedmodern colors with country frills. And

when her client said, “I don’t know aboutthe hide, Kate, kinda weird,” the designeremphasized that the white hide’s organicshape would help the asymmetrical roomfeel naturally arranged. Because she under-stands how to balance space, color and texture, the elements unite for a playfuland relaxed atmosphere.

MODERN MEETS VINTAGEMixing old and new helps the cottage

feel cozy. A turquoise and white bedroomfeatures modern colors and patterns. Sincethe bright palette could overwhelm theroom with light and airy tones, a woodenside table balances the design with sobermaturity. Vintage rattan chairs pair well withnew pillows, created to complement the oldwicker with fresh leaf patterns. A pair ofpainted end tables lend their retro design tothe space. In the living room, an old trunkacts as a storage-friendly coffee table.

Creative vintage décorcan add history whendisplayed in a modern,inexpensive way.

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Kate chose charcoal gray for the living roomcouch to help minimize the tracks of children

and dogs. “Gray is really modern, and the ruffleis really cottagey and sweet,” she explains. Anantique trunk infuses a bit of extra charm and

personality into the laid-back space.



When revamping a space, sometimes all ittakes is a fresh coat of paint. “The diningtable was really old wood, and I convincedmy client to keep the table and paint it ahigh-gloss white,” Kate says.



SIMPLE, DRAMATIC MAKEOVERSThough redecorating seems like an

ordeal, sometimes the simplest solutionsare the best. A clean backdrop throughoutthe house works wonders. A layer of paintto freshen up walls erases the scrapes andsmudges that accumulate over the years.In the cottage, a fresh, white coat of paintcatches natural light and helps the spacestay bright and cheerful. Even dingy fur-niture can find new life with a simple,inexpensive paint. Everything in thehouse was repainted, and the floorswere redone.

WORKING WITH A BUDGETKate finds older objects that she can

revamp by browsing consignment stores.Even grungy pieces can become beautiful.

“The two really cool side tables oneither side of my sofa I bought for about$50 apiece,” Kate says. “They were sougly…I had my painter sand them downand lacquer them white, and they lookamazingly modern now.” She findscheap, bland furniture, but all she needsis potential. If the structure is solid andthe shape is attractive, a table can trans-form from an ugly duckling to a swanwith a little bit of work.

While updating yourhome, it’s easy to getoverwhelmed by thenumerous details. If you follow yourinstincts, the separateelements will cometogether in the end.

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Join the barcart bandwagon! A smallrattan side table-turned bar cartkeeps beverages handy and providesanother spot to display plants andother colorful accessories.

With a few coats of paint, theoriginal breakfast nook is spruced

up and ready to go. “We repaintedit, added custom cushions and

pillows, and really breathed somelife into that house. It was

definitely drab, and it’s just ahappy little cottage now.”

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REVAMPING VINTAGE DÉCOR ISAN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO STAYON BUDGET.

“Repurposing is the name of the game withthis project,” Kate says. Creative vintage décorcan add history when displayed in a modernand inexpensive way. In the bedroom, Katerepurposed vintage beach saris by makingthem into pillows. Old postcards are groupedon the dining room’s wall. Though they allcame from eBay, they reflect the cottage’spast by featuring classic images of WatchHill, Rhode Island. “So it’s not just ‘let meexplains. “It’s a creative way to put art oneach wall.”

While digging for antiques and balancingcolor schemes, Kate repeated her mantra toher client: “Believe me, it’s going to bebeautiful.” Even tight budgets have roomfor vintage makeovers and a dab of paint.Keep your goal in sight, and the little detailswill balance into a harmonious space.


A beautiful turquoise-and-white bedroom has a soft, beachy vibe.Balancing the light color scheme withdarker elements, Kate threw pictureframes and wood side tables into the mix.



A trundle bed beneath thedaybed provides an extra spot fora guest to maximize space in thissmall room.

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Right: Modern embellishments mixwith vintage comforts on the porch.

Completed by a row of rocking chairs,the cottage is the perfect getaway for a

busy New York family.

Opposite: Mindful of her budget, Katebought unfinished bed frames and setthem up as bunk beds. The beds’ raw

wood is a blank canvas, which inspiredher to be creative. She painted them

bright green and wrapped rope aroundthe supporting beam for a playful touch.

Above: Beautiful fabrics embellishpillows and Roman shades throughout

the house. Kate found vintage beachsaris to repurpose as throw pillows.



SMALL SPACESCreative thinking will help you

optimize storage.

BUNK BEDS CREATE SPACE on the floorwhile adding to the room’s landscape. Aperpendicular angle creates a cozy den underneath that any kid would love.

USE THE SPACE UNDERNEATH beds by adding a trundle for guests or drawersfor storage.

BUILT-IN CABINETS don’t feel like extrafurniture when they’re painted into thebackground, yet they add ample space forlinens or family games.

CUSTOMIZE BOOKCASES to hide clutter.“Talk to your contractors and see whatthey are able to do,” Kate advises. “I lovebookcases that are turned into cabinets.”

MAXIMIZE THE SPACE UNDER STAIRSby transforming it into a closet. Every odd nook has the ability to become a helpful hideaway.

USE A TRUNK as a coffee table to hideaway seasonal pillows and décor for easy access.


Big styleSelect furnishings witha strategy to keepclutter at bay.B Y T O R R E Y K I M

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“I did everything on asmall budget. I take a lotof time to search for itemsthat look high-end withoutthe high price, so I’m constantly shopping and collecting.”

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EEPING A SMALL SPACE NEAT AND ORGANIZED IS ALWAYS

a challenge, but it is nearly impossible when you have a tod-

dler and a small budget. But homeowner Adriana Edlen man-

ages to achieve it in her Portland, Oregon, home by

shopping with organization in mind.

“I was very picky when choosing furniture to serve my storage

needs,” Adriana says. “The black sideboard and white credenza are

very low and have simple lines while hiding a lot of clutter.”

“I move items from roomto room often …mixing it up is fun andkeeps things fresh.”

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SHOP SMART AND STYLE RIGHTAdriana also ensured that she took her time to find the right

pieces, rather than simply buying the first things she saw so she

could fill the rooms.

“I did everything on a small budget,” she says. I take a lot of time

to search for items that look high-end without the high price, so

I’m constantly shopping and collecting. Because I’m young, I like to

add a sense of humor and whimsy to my home.”

The white lacquer table, wooden chairs andtraditional trellis pattern combine, giving thisdining room a modern-vintage feel.

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That whimsical eye definitely shows in her

ultra-sleek dining room, where a white dining

table and artfully mismatched chairs are flanked

by an Art Deco deer-head wall hanging. To

achieve the look of each room without

overdoing the décor, she used a simple,

inexpensive technique that involved her

photographic skill.

“Taking pictures of a room can be really help-

ful when decorating because for some reason a

photograph allows you to see the balance and

clutter in a room more easily—almost like see-

ing your space in a magazine and deciding what

needs to be edited out,” Adriana says.

If she sees an item that causes more clutter

than beauty, she’ll make the difficult decision to

take it out of the room. “This can be hard

because I have so many accessories that I love,

so I store a lot of objects and rotate them in and

out of my décor,” she says. “I also move items

from room to room often. Really, my tip is to not

be afraid to change a room around just because

it already looks good—mixing it up is fun and

keeps things fresh.”

STYLING A BAR CARTIf you love to entertain, take a page fromAdriana Edlen’s book and consider adding abar cart as a central point for serving drinksin your home.

“I love having something that looks polishedwhen you’d expect it to be chaotic, so I pur-posefully staged a little space like that formyself with the bar cart,” Adriana explains.

“When I’m not using it for a party, the barcart is strictly for display, so I keep the rest ofmy barware in a credenza. It’s a little pieceof self-indulgence everyone should have.”

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KEEP THE KIDS’ ROOMSINTERESTING

Because Adriana wanted to maintain the sleek-

and-clean theme throughout her house,

she didn’t succumb to the temptation to decorate

her son’s room using the standard children’s

tchotchkes. In fact, she made it her mission

to ensure that his room flowed with the rest of

the home.

“It can be hard to resist the obvious baby

décor when putting together a nursery, so I

pictured the kind of personality I wanted to

bring into the room for a hip office instead of a

baby’s room,” she says. “I knew the whimsical ele-

ments would take care of themselves through

books and toys, so I did some vintage shopping

and found a lot of things at Urban Outfitters, Z

Gallerie and Anthropologie for a more polished,

adult look in the art of accessories.”

The juxtaposition of whimsy and maturity is

what makes it all work, almost adding a sense of

humor to the room, Adriana says. “It’s also

important to mix eras in decorating so the room

doesn’t look too thematic. A few ultra-modern

accessories can tone down a vintage piece of

furniture and make everything look more

purposefully chosen.”

Adrianna chose furnishings and accesoriesfor her son’s room that could easily growwith him or be repurposed in other rooms.


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Adriana found this ‘70s-era dreser at a thrift store. Two tones of grey paint

make it look sleek and up-to-date.

“[Taking] a photograph allowsyou to see the balance and clutter in a room more easily—almost like seeing your spacein a magazine and decidingwhat needs to be edited out.”

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ADDING COLOR IN A NEUTRAL -TONEDHOMEAlthough Adriana stuck to a naturaltone in the walls and furniture of herhome, she doesn’t shy away from colorin other ways.

“Showing your personality through smallthings like flowers, pillows and accessories is an easy way to add colorwithout committing to something aspermanent as a sofa or paint,” she says.“Smaller pieces of furniture, like anottoman or accent chair, are fun waysto add color or pattern as well withoutovertaking the entire room.”

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changeA family transitions their décor from a serious

Victorian home to a casual beach cottage.B Y L A U R I S M O R G A N - G R I F F I T H S / N A R R A T I V E S

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y C L A I R E R I C H A R D S O N / N A R R A T I V E S

“WE’D ALWAYS WANTED TO LIVE BY

THE OCEAN,” ARTIST CLARE YOUNGS

SAYS. “WE’D BRING THE CHILDREN TO

THE COAST ON THE WEEKENDS AND

WE’D SAY, “WOULDN’T IT BE NICE…?”

AT THE TIME, CASUAL BEACH LIVING

WAS A FAR CRY FROM THE DARK,

ORNATE DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN

BROWNSTONE CLARE AND HER

GRAPHIC-DESIGNER HUSBAND, IAN,

LIVED IN. BUT THE CREATIVE COUPLE

PROVE THAT GREAT STYLE EVOLVES,

AND NOW THEIR SEASIDE HOME IS AN

AIRY, CASUAL ESCAPE FILLED WITH

EASY FURNISHINGS, SIMPLE ACCENTS

AND COLORFUL CRAFTS.

“I love big, open white space, but then I alsolove collecting things, so some rooms are morecluttered and other rooms are more minimal. Butit seems to work.”

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The dining room was opened up as wide aspossible without having to insert the expenseof a steel beam. Originally there was only an

arched opening and a window, now the rectangular openings and French windows

give a view into the garden.

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ADAPTING STYLES IN APERIOD HOME

While Clare and Ian chose the area

because they longed for a change of

pace, they still wound up in a turn-of-

the-century house. The six-bedroom,

double-fronted Victorian contained

similar elements as their old brown-

stone: exposed brick walls, knotty

pine floors and elegant archways and

molding. However, the couple chose

to paint all the walls white for a clean,

fresh canvas. They also consulted

professionals about how to adapt the

architecture for their busy young

family. They contacted Architect Your

Home (architect-yourhome.com) to

see if they could come up with some

original ideas that they might not

have thought of. “It was great,” Clare

says. “We wanted some ideas about

The table was created by Ian and Clare as a double act. She found the attractively shaped legs and Ian made the top out of salvaged floorboards from an architectural salvage merchant. The Tolix chairsare from Conran Shop.

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The shelves, cleverly made without visible support,hold Clare’s collection of English Rye and Broadstairspotteries. Clare’s vintage sewing box tucks neatlybeneath the shelves and ties in the vintage wood side chair.

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Clare’s creative crafttransforms the ordinary into theextraordinary and special.

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making the house work for us, so we paid for

one visit and the architect came up with

some great suggestions.”

The couple wanted an open-plan living

room that integrated the dining and sitting

room for a more casual ambiance. To get this

they knocked down walls to create an open

flow of traffic from the dining room to

kitchen and they installed French windows

that lead to the garden bring more light into

the space. They also added a large island in

the kitchen that serves as a weeknight din-

ner spot and work hub for the whole family.

WHAT TO KEEP AND WHAT TO REDOThe couple wanted to modernize the home

without erasing its character, so they left the

original trim in place and simply painted it to

match the walls to help them visually recede

in the room.

Some features remained once Clare real-

ized the sentimental value of them. At first

she thought the large black-iron fireplace

was a sepulchral-looking eyesore. “Then I

discovered that the images on the

surrounding tiles had been painted by a local

artist during the Victorian era and that he

had also painted similar country scenes on

other fireplaces in the houses along the

street,” she says. This local knowledge radi-

cally changed her opinion, and she has

become quite proud of them.

The family living room shows evidenceof the building’s history from the Victorianfireplaces to the plaster ceiling mouldings,through to the ‘90s extension. The Youngswill leave their mark with the openground-floor living room.

The couple wanted to modernize the

home without erasingits character, so theyleft the original trim

in place.

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Claire is an avid chair collector: she can never

resist the shape or feel of a well-made chair, especially ’50s

Scandinavian ones. “These onesare not Scandinavian but I still

love them,” she says. “I sneakthem into the house, find a

place and hope no one will notice them.”

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PERSONAL STYLE IN ANY SPACEThe Youngs’ tastes are eclectic. Their ethic

is to recycle, to be environmental and to

salvage. As an inveterate collector, Clare

haunts junk shops, flea markets and scours

the Internet for décor. “I love big, open

white space, but I also love collecting

things,” Clare explains. “So some rooms are

more cluttered and other rooms are more

minimal, but it seems to work.”

Even though objects come from different

eras, countries and styles, the overall look

shares a common, aesthetic: spare and simple

and what Clare calls “Scandinavian meets

Japanese wabi-sabi meets English eccentric.”

Then Clare’s own creative craft transforms

the ordinary into the extraordinary and

special. A professional crafter and craft-

book author, Clare makes things out of old

recycled materials. Peppered around the

house are some of her works of art—a bird

made from old maps, an artichoke flower

made out of magazine pages; a paper dress;

upholstered armchairs made from colorful

bits of fabric and robots made from graphic

matchbox labels.

Opposite: The couple’s shared home-officeis a serene place to create. On one side isClare’s workroom and office, the other isIan’s tool shed. Here, she escapes to print,fold and cut paper, sew, embroider andwrite her books. To combat clutter, the cou-ple keeps the color palette neutral and keepsthe walls and tabletops well-edited.

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The large, central island is particularlyinviting thanks to the soft-finish countertops and the triple sink. “I like that element because I can talk to friends and family while I am preparing food.”

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The kitchen was renovatedon a strict budget. The couplechose the cabinets from Wickesfor its cool, clean lines, a simpleand modern style that contrasts but does not clashwith the rest of the house.

The worktops are stained

dark ash which adds to the slightlycontemporary look.

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The bedroom is a simple,uncluttered space with cushions made by Clare fromher fabric collection amassedover many years. Above thebed hangs a beautiful dressshe crafted from paper.

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“The bathrooms were really horrible,” Clare says. The couple

devoted a large part of the budget torevamping them. The ceilings had

been low, so discovering a defunctattic room above, they simply

opened the room up to the roof.

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FULL OF LIGHT, THIS ROOM IS A VINTAGElover’s dream-come-true. When designersPercy Bright and Tara Mangini of Jersey IceCream Company took to designing theirhome, they combined their unique style anda knack for flea-market shopping to create aspace that left design expectations in thedust in favor of truly reflecting their style.

Soft white sheers offer a delicate contrast tothe old brick wall, creating a welcoming ambi-ence. Vintage finds dot the room in well-editedarrangements, allowing each item to shinerather than compete with one another.

“I think no matter what, a bedroom shouldbe a place where people can relax andescape stress; the kind of place you come toat the end of the day to get away from all thethings that are driving you crazy, or be closeto the person who isn’t; a place to regroupand re-energize,” Tara says.

VibrantlyVintage

Flea-market treasures andwarm colors combine fora bedroom retreat that is

sunny and bright in moreways than one.

B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F EP H O T O G R A P H Y B Y T A R A M A N G I N I

Previously needed for photo shoots, theindustrial worktable was a flea-market find. Itsplacement in the room allows for the best useof the spaces’ plentiful natural light.

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HOW TO COMBINE THE RIGHT ELEMENTSWith the criteria of relaxation and escape in mind,

Tara and Percy pulled together handpicked items froma variety of flea markets to make a space all their own.

To keep the look cohesive, Tara focused on four keywords: eclectic, vintage, inspired and whimsical. “Wereally wanted our entire home to be a reflection of us asdesigners, so the feel we were going for, was us! The onlything we really had in mind was, do we like this or not?”

Before they arranged their vintage treasures, thecouple worked to redo the previously navy-blue paintand wall-to-wall carpeting to transform the room’sscheme into something that better matched the archi-tecture of the 1915 Philadelphia row house. Theybegan by plastering the bedroom walls, and when theyfound brick beneath the paint, they decided to leave itexposed to create a different feel and a new backdropto their signature style.

WHEN YOUR ROOM NEEDS TO MULTITASKThe couple also needed to fit a workspace into the

bedroom, which is how the industrial table found itsway into the room.

“At the time we designed the room, we wanted it to bea place to sleep as well as photograph for our Etsy shop.In retrospect, this was a terrible idea! I firmly believe inthe bedroom being a place for sleep, pleasure, relaxationand nothing else,” Tara says.

To make multitasking work, create a separate space in the room with plenty of storage. Percy and Tara’s industrialworktable offers storage below and is on the opposite sideof the room from the bed, allowing for work to take placein a distinct area. Use stylish vintage boxes, suitcases andtoolboxes in a variety of sizes to create easily accessiblestorage that can be adjusted as needed. To keep the roomfrom becoming overwhelmed by work, be sure to close itall up before bedtime.

Natural light and colorspaired with vintagetreasures give this rooma personalized flair. “Wereally wanted our entirehome to be a reflectionof us as designers, sothe feel we were goingfor was us!” the couplesays. “The only thingwe had in mind was,do we like this or not?”



Clothespins take the placeof picture frames for a fun,vintage-inspired way to displaywall art.

Simplicity at its finest, the little yellowdresser from Percy’s family offers muted

color and a personal touch. Use your dresserto display favorite vintage treasures, like

books and typewriter.



Tara’s tips forvintage design

AS HALF OF JERSEY ICE CREAMCOMPANY, TARA SHARES TIPS

TO MAKE YOUR NEXT REDESIGN PERSONALIZED TO PERFECTION.

YOUR HOME IS A WORK IN PROGRESS, JUSTLIKE YOU. So don’t rush it. Let things cometogether slowly.

YOU CAN’T FORCE A GREAT VINTAGE FIND.Be patient and leave a little room so thatwhen it does show up one day, you havesomewhere to put it!

DON’T BE AFRAID TO TRY THINGS. Will thischair look weird over here? Can I hang thisup as art on the wall? How would a darkcolor look in this room? I have no idea, buttry it out and see.

PUT A LITTLE OF YOURSELF INTO THE DESIGN.Anybody can buy an entire living-room setfrom West Elm (and it will look great), but itwon’t necessarily look like you. Don’t hesitateto give things your own little twist, becausethat’s what makes your room perfect for you.

“I think it’s the balance of texturesand sleep and play that really make theroom work. It easily could have been anentirely soothing room, leaning moretoward the plaster and reclaimedwood, but elements like the doorheadboard, the curves on the yellowdresser and the not-entirely-expecteduse of furniture bring a sense of humorto the room that give it an energizingenergy” Tara says.

Percy and Tara ripped out worn carpetingand ridded blue walls to expose the rusticcharacter of the home.

Ensure the bedroom fits your needsand is a room you feel comfortable in

by carefully selecting what youallow in your space.

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A wooden bench at the foot of the bed does morethan add rustic appeal. This piece is a great spotfor shoe-tying, purse-packing and more.

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French rustic Casual and cozy are two of the simplest ways to describe

this delightful space that infuses rustic elements withFrench flair.

Designer Cynthia Marks of Cynthia Marks Interiors uses simpletouches and attention to detail to create a room suitable forcasual reading, afternoon naps and long winter nights.

Here, traditionally masculine pieces are mixed with theirromantic counterparts. An iron bed, wooden bench andleather chair would otherwise feel rustic, but paired withwhite linens, neutral colors and fresh lavender, the roomtakes on an entirely different feel.

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MAKE IT YOURS:• Classic prints and simple nightstand décor give this room its

small touch of French style. Introduce this in your room for a balanced his-and-hers design.

• A tall container of fresh lavender is a great accent as well as a breath of fresh air. Add to the relaxing feel by providing a soothing scent to help you fall asleep.

Mildly modernModern furnishings can take on a bungalow-friendly

appeal when paired with the right pieces. Rustic wood furniture, both old and new, offers a balance of aesthetics tothe modern metal bedframe. The wooden chest at the endof the bed also offers storage for extra linens.

Neutral colors and touches of nature offer balance to thesleek, clean lines. Designer Betsy Brown’s use of symmetryoffers a nod to modernity while casual bedcoverings, a well-used desk and bamboo Roman shades bring a down-to-earth comfort to the space.

MAKE IT YOURS:• Hang a picture ledge over the headboard for a simple art

display. Pair pieces that will bring in a natural feel to add to the rooms relaxing environment.

• Don’t leave pattern behind. Bring color into the room by incorporating a bold throw blanket.

Create a modern escape by blendingclean lines with natural elements and asoothing color palette.

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MAKE IT YOURS:• Tom recommends using a neutral color palette to create a

room that is welcoming for both of its inhabitants. • Display photos or artwork from a favorite vacation or destination

for a personalized bedroom that reflects your inteests.

Updated rustic “Because this is the master bedroom of a weekend house for

a pair of busy New Yorkers, we wanted this to be a cozyretreat. We used soft, serene colors and luxurious, warm fabrics, everything needed to be comfy and inviting,” says designer Tom Riker, of jamesthomas.

This welcoming space offers a traditional feel with a fewunexpected elements. Hanging light fixtures over each of thenightstands gives a new look to a bedroom staple, while anantique suzani textile add both color and personality. Layersof bedding and large nightstands give the space a homey feel.

The tongue-and-groove wall treatment is a perfect backdropto the classic iron bed and accompanying curved nightstand.

From the tongue-and groove-on thewalls to the choice of materials, the spacereflects the basic cottage aesthetic but atthe same time feels fresh and up-to-date.

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MAKE IT YOURS:• A minimal color palette allows the eye to rest, an essential element for a

soothing retreat. Pull in hints of color on accent pieces and let nature be your guide.

• Use bookcases to display a simple collection of like-colored items.

Welcoming retreatBlend tradition with nature for a classic look that will encourage relaxation

and rejuvenation. “The plank-board finish used on the walls, vaulted ceiling, built-in headboard

and shelving evoke a sense of nostalgia, while the natural stains and light tonesof the fabrics bring in a sense of freshness and modernity,” says Susan Jaureguiof Jauregui Architecture Interiors Construction.

The space brings the best parts of nature indoors by using a natural colorpalette and allowing wood grains to stand out against the whitewashed walls.

The overall look of this guestsuite is casual and unfussy,and immediately feels welcoming and homey.

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Soft and sweetThis small studio apartment may

lack the luxury of space, but it has plenty of room for a fully functioning bedroom that reflects the homeowner’s eclectic personality.

“The bedroom is a great place to do something really special that's just for you! Be creative, bold and take risks,” Megan Close of The Cross Décor &Design says.

Small spaces call for double duty. Aheadboard that also acts as a mount for abedside light is evidence that multi-tasking furnishings need not be bland.Details like the petite side table andembroidered pillow make the space bothfunctional and personal.

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ultimate personal touch. This piece wasa DIY project made to fit the limited space. “It's an old concrete pallet, we cleaned it up, sanded it down and stained it a light grey to keep the distressed natural look” Megan says.

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an unexpected color combination that will feel fresh all year long.

• Give the space a cottage-savvy natural touch by adding a small potted plant, such as a fern, and other natural materials.

This room from Tom Stringer Design Partners chan-nels the classic feel and casual style of cottage living.

“Each of the objects has a strong crisp form, andthere is good contrast,” Tom says.

Mixing old and new makes it easy to create a time-less space. The four-poster bed has a slightly agedfinish, giving it the feel of a well-loved piece. A whitenightstand mimics the brightness of the paneledwalls, soft Roman shade and welcoming linens.

“Collecting is as much about editing as it is aboutacquiring,” he adds. “Keep vignettes of objects simple

and spare, and don't be afraid to pull out a paint-brush and add a coat of paint to get the right contrast. That's exactly what we did here with thegreen chair.”

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BathingBeautyRemodel your way to relaxation

with these expert tips.

B Y R E B E C C A J . R A Z OP H O T O G R A P H Y B Y K I M R O H W E R ,

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INTERIOR DESIGNER, BLOGGER, WIFE, MOTHER.Natalie Riesselman is a busy woman who wanted tocreate a space in her four-bedroom, circa 1913,Foursquare farmhouse where she could retreat andrelax at the end of a long day. Natalie saw refuge inone of her home’s bathrooms, envisioning a calm,soothing sanctuary where a soak in a much-lovedclaw-foot tub could seemingly restore all balance inthe universe. Discover how Natalie transformed thisspace into her personal oasis.

USE YOUR IMAGINATION. Working indesired accoutrements in a small-space bath-room can be challenging. Here, a vintage stool doubles as a convenient vanity tray where Natalie can display candles, soaps, hand towels and other items.

DESIGN TIP: Semitransparent window treatments in a tasteful pattern complement asmall space while still allowing plenty of lightinside.

Natalie Riesselman took her bathroom from drab tofab with vision, imagination and abundantresourcefulness.

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MAKE YOUR SPACE YOUR GETAWAY. “I end everyday soaking in this tub. Being the mother of threeyoung boys, it is my retreat,” Natalie says. The handyover-the-tub caddy allows Natalie to enjoy her soakwith a beverage and a book. Other items that can trans-form your tub into your personal spa include bath salts,an inflatable pillow and an eye mask.

DESIGN TIP: Match your accessories as much aspossible for a cohesive look. A chrome tub caddymirrors the aesthetic of the chrome tub fixtures.


SET THE TONE. Before starting the remodel,select one or two primary elements around whichto build the design. Natalie’s remodel was gov-erned by her desire to have a claw-foot tub. “I hadalways wanted one and knew it would fit perfectlyin the space,” she says. “I also wanted the bath-room to be unique and have a lot of character.”Focal points can be big-ticket items, such asNatalie’s tub, or smaller features, such as beautifulhardware or a lovely paint color.

DESIGN TIP: Architectural elements, such aswainscot paneling with a chair rail, help createdepth, and add character and texture.

An above-window shelfprovides added space to displaydecorative items, such as a fleur-de-lis statuary and an old-fashioned clock, which contributes to the ambience of the room.


HAVE FUN. Cute “his” and “hers” hooks adda dash of whimsy while still maintainingfunctionality.

DESIGN TIP: To maintain a soft, soothingambience, don’t overwhelm your space withtoo many decorative items or unnecessarywall hangings. Less is more.


Use a woven basket to storetoilet paper, washcloths or handtowels for easy access and con-venience.

USED SALVAGED MATERIALS. For a one-of-a-kind design, shop outside of home-improvement stores. “The sink console was salvaged from a friend’s garage.At one time I used it as a desk, but aftersearching high and low for the perfect vanitybase, I realized it would provide the look Iwanted,” Natalie says. Covered with a concretetop, the complete look “added just the righttouch of industrial chic that I was looking forat a fraction of the cost of other surface coun-tertops,” she says.

DESIGN TIP: To create even more usablespace and maintain the industrial vibe, mounta simple wooden shelf with two metal bracketson the wall above the vanity.

Stow a tiered iron basketbeneath the empty vanity spacefor out-of-the-way storage withdecorative flair.



THINK EASE OF USE. Mounting thetoilet paper holder on the side of thevanity, as opposed to utilizing a standalone model, saves space andimproves functionality in this bathroom.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ORIGINAL ELEMENTS.When remodeling, it’s tempting to want to gut aspace. However, think twice before discardingsuch gems as original built-ins, which arealmost unheard of in modern architecture.Instead, use paint and decorative accessories towork those practical and handy componentsinto your overall aesthetic. It will save youmoney, too!

DESIGN TIP: Resist the urge to cover openshelves. Instead, use them to display fresh, funand functional items that further underscoreyour design theme.

Mount a small towel rack orhook in a hidden cubby or on theside of a wall to get the mostfunctionality from your space.



5 STEPS TO A Dreamy

BathroomDesign

DO YOUR RESEARCH. “When planning aremodel, I take my time and think itthrough,” says Natalie, who planned thespace with meticulous care. Take stock ofyour wants and needs, and how you can incorporate them within the room’s existingfeatures. “We didn’t need a ton of storagein this space, as this bathroom is mainlyused just by me.”

LOOK FOR DEALS. “I did a lot of researchon tubs and took time searching for a gooddeal,” Natalie says. “I looked at several salvaged tubs, but ended up finding a practi-cally new one that was being removed from aforeclosed home. I got the tub and all thefaucet hardware for $500—a real steal!”

HAVE A CLEAR VISION. Before buying asingle thing for your remodel, make sureyou’ve fully connected to your style. Go onhouse tours, peruse magazines and blogs,and keep a virtual or paper-style folder tostash ideas. “I used Houzz.com and Pinter-est to find inspiration and really zero in onthe style,” Natalie says.

SELECT COLOR CAREFULLY. “Avoid usingany color with too much green in it, as itisn’t a color that will complement you,” Natalie advises.

COMBINE FUN AND FUNCTION. Addingdecorative elements and accessories gives aspace more personality, Natalie says. “I liketo use jars, bins and ceramic planters forsmall storage—they add a touch of décor aswell as being functional.”

LET YOUR SPACE REFLECT YOUR PERSONALITY. “I wanted it casual but with aslight feminine feel,” Natalie says of her bath-room sanctuary. Displaying decorative bot-tles, soaps and other touches add to theoverall design and give the space warmthand character.

DESIGN TIP: Select a theme, then addunique items that carry the theme through-out the entire space, as Natalie did with thefleur-de-lis motif.

To learn more about Natalie Riesselman,visit josiejones.com or mybelliniinteriors.com.

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Turn functional things intodecorative itemsHave fun with your display areas. Kay Ellenuses an old stepstool as a side table to make her outdoor seating area feel as well-appointed as any indoor living room.The steps offer great spots to display plantsand décor.

Add your favorite flea-marketfinds to your outdoor décor fora garden that is full of charmand personality.B Y J I C K I E T O R R E SS T Y L E D A N D P H O T O G R A P H E D B Y K A Y E L L E N H A M M A R

FROM RUSTED BUCKETS TO CHIPPY PAINTED STATUARY,we all know a bit of weathered charm goes a long way inthe garden. However you can incorporate more than justvintage planters and pottery into your outdoor-décorscheme to create a vintage look. Interior designer KayEllen Hammar shows that with some creativity and cleverrepurposing, you can create a magical garden escapefilled with secret spots and whimsical touches.

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Style your potting shedJust because a spot in your garden ishardworking doesn’t mean it shouldn’tbe attractive. Kay Ellen added a fewattention-grabbing elements to herpotting table so that it is eye-catchinginstead of being an eyesore. A vintagetool box adds color and is a great wayto hide messy supplies. Finials andother stone accents make the displaydynamic and stylish.

Clockwise:Kay Ellen uses a vintage mailbox as a

place to keep her garden tools.

A broken bunny statue finds a newhome in a terracotta pot for a touch

of whimsy.

Don’t forget your garden walls—Climbing vines and trailing ivy aren’t

the only things that can adorn yourgarden fence. Kay Ellen hung old

trug tubs as garden-appropriate wallart that makes a bold statement.



Decorating with vintage itemsmakes parties in the garden a

memorable affairKay Ellen designed this inviting nook for easyentertaining. The large vintage window hungon the fence adds an artistic touch. Displayingpotted plants as you would indoors makes the

area feel well-appointed and cozy.

Clockwise from top left:A rolling cart becomes a makeshift buffet and drink table. Colorful platesdraw the eye to it, and Kay Ellen cleverly repurposed outdoor items, suchas tool boxes and garden trays, to hold silverware and linens.

A vintage parasol in the tree is a quickway to add festive color.

A burlap table linen is the perfect material for outdoor décor. The sturdyfabric holds up well and adds instantvintage appeal.


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Thrifty-Chic DÉCOR

Limitless styles on a limited budget.B Y S A R A H J A N E O ’ K E E F E | P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y S I M O N B R O W N

THRIFTY STYLE CAN BE CHIC,contemporary, retro, eclectic—or whateveryou desire. Liz Bauwens and AlexandriaCampbell, authors of Thrifty Chic: InteriorStyle on a Shoestring, share their tips onstaying on budget in style.

CONTEMPORARY CLASSIC “Thrifty chic does not have to mean

Bohemian or scruffy,” the authors write. This living space shows how thrifty style can beused to design a confidently contemporaryand well-edited room.

To get the look, juxtapose modern andvintage for a touch of sophistication with anedge. Here, a secondhand Charles Eamescoffee table is paired with traditional Frenchchairs, while a unique ottoman contrasts itsneighboring mirrored table.

Liz and Alexandria recommend second-hand sofas and chairs as a great way to drivedown the price of a room, but there’s acaveat. Rethink the temptation to reupholsteran inexpensive sofa as this professional service can cost half that of a new piece.Otherwise, slipcovers, pillows and throwsadd new life to old pieces.

PRETTY & PULLED-TOGETHER This room is filled with thrifty finds, good

buys and garage-sale gems, presented in awell-edited and welcoming living space. Thesecret? Paint. Harmonious shades create afeeling of similarity while allowing wood-work and subtle colors to stand out.

“To achieve a similar harmonious effect,consult paint cards with graduated shades

of the same color,” the authors write. Here,the lightest shade is used on the walls, ashade darker is on the woodwork, and thedarkest shade is used on the console tableand antique mirror’s frame.

Just because you bought it newdoesn’t mean it can’t be customized. This chain-storeconsole was a steal on sale. Acoat of paint was all it neededto integrate it into the room.

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COUNTRY COOL For country charm, a workhorse of a

table is a necessity. Look for pieces atantique and thrift stores as well as in yourown backyard. This teak table was originally in the garden, but with a littleTLC was transformed into an indoortreasure. Mismatched chairs add to theroom’s easy country feel.

Give your kitchen a welcoming feel byrevamping the cupboards and displayingcollectibles. An array of flea-market findsand mismatched dinnerware look perfectly at home on cupboards andshelving original to the 1930s kitchenthat were given a new life with a freshcoat of white paint.

“Painting cupboards the same color asthe walls ‘loses’ them—which is a goodtrick to know if you don’t like the style,”the authors write.



AN ARTFUL MIX This space has the vintage vibe of a

curated collection. Secondhand furnishings,handmade items and fun accessories makefor a personalized mix that feels special.

The focal point, a gallery wall of natureprints, imparts vintage flair while keepingwith the subdued colors of the space.

The fireplace and end table are adornedwith vintage treasures and a unique mirror brightens the room, while a hand-made pillow and blankets add a personaltouch. These thrift-savvy elements caneasily be incorporated in any room for asimple update that won’t cost a fortune.

“When visiting an antique market, find

out when it starts and arrive as early

as possible. At the end of the day,

there won’t be much left, but a dealer

may give you a good reduction to save

having to pack up something and take

it home,” write Liz and Alexandria.

How do you find art onthe cheap?



RETRO BATH Classic. Simple. Bargain savvy. This retro

bath features what may seem like expensivestaples, but not to the thrifty. Look for marble or other stone-topped tables at vintage stores. They offer stylish storage andplenty of character. Here, a metal findbecomes an ideal spot for bath necessities.

Don’t let the cast-iron roll-top tub scareyou. “Architectural salvage has become veryfashionable in recent years, and a lot of salvage yards charge what can seem likequite high prices, but there are always bar-gains to be had for sharp-eyed customers,”the authors write.

Other ways to bring retro styling into yourthrifty bath include antique mirrors and simple accessories. Here, a mirror over thebathtub gives the illusion of more space,while specially formulated bathroom paintmakes paneled tongue-and-groove walls asafe and cost-effective option.

Thrifty Chic by Liz Bauwensand Alexandra Campbell, published by CICO Books,©2013; cicobooks.com.



SOFT & ROMANTICWith a little paint and a few basic linens you

can create a tranquil escape with budget finds. Calm details and colors combine for a

bedroom that invites relaxation. Combine paleneutrals such as bone, white, cream andgrey—shades the authors refers to as “neutralsand naturals,”—for a simple, understatedescape. Keep pattern to a minimum; insteadrely on contrasting textures for interest.

Minimal furnishings and accessories arebest. Here, a chair upholstered in gray linen

creates a cozy corner when layered with a soft pillow and throw. The cream dresser and mirrorare painted alike for a less intrusive feel, whichis mimicked by the distressed white chair. Thecontrast of the furniture pieces; upholstered,painted and distressed; is a prime example ofthe heart of this thrifty design style.

“All these elements are available at entryprice level; some of the cheapest furnishingfabrics to be found are the very basic plainlinens, cottons and weaves,” the authors write.

Seven Secrets

to ScoringTHRIFTY STEALS

Take Liz and Alexandria’s advice and use these tips tosave big on your next redesign.

SINCE ONE PERSON’S JUNK is anotherperson’s joy, friends can be a marveloussource of secondhand treasures.

DISPLAY YOUR FAVORITE THINGS AS ART. Mix children’s art with modernand thrift items, fill a cupboard withtreasured glass pieces and shelve second-hand books in color groupings for a dramatic and personal punch.

IF YOU WANT A STAINLESS STEELCOUNTER, ask your builder to cut a template and track down steel workingfirms via the telephone directory or Internet--it’s cheaper than going througha kitchen design company.

WHEN BUYING A SOFA, start at chain-store sales or direct-mail Internet compa-nies. Then opt for neutral colors andsimple, chunky shapes that will offer flexibility for future design updates.

HAVE A LARGER SPACE or need biggerfurniture? Don’t count out secondhand orauctions, as many shoppers are lookingfor smaller-scale items. The prices for thelarger pieces may be the same or lessthan their smaller counterparts.

IT IS WORTH FAMILIARIZING YOURSELFwith the works of some leading modernist designers because originals andreproductions of thier work are widelyavailable secondhand, or relativelyinexpensive new, and are the classics ofthe future.

THE KEY IS TO SPEND TIME scoutingaround, checking out prices and brands,and focusing your mind on what you really want.


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Darling DoodlesGive a plain white pot instant artisanappeal with nothing more than a fewSharpies and your imagination. Bloggerand interior designer Justina Blakeneygave these simple white Ikea pots herown personal spin with hand-drawn lines.

These super-simple updates cangive your décor a whole new look.

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Simplicity at it’s finest, the little yellowdresser from Percy’s family offers muted

color and a personal touch. Use your dresserto display favorite vintage treasures like

these books and typewriter.

A Black-and-White AffairTransform an inexpensive metal tray into an antique-inspiredchalkboard. Simply tape off the edges with painter’s tape thenspray on paint, such as Krylon’s Chalkboard.

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Basket CaseSimple, lightweight furniture is great for

small spaces—and usually great for thebudget, too. However, these easy pieces

may leave you at a loss for storage. Here’s asimple solution: Use beautiful baskets asopen containers to store extra blankets,throws, and even books and nightstand

supplies. They not only look great, but they keep everything easily accessible.

These simple solutions will tame your clutter and tidy your storage all year long.

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Get the Hang of ItYou don’t need a designer budget to get thelook and functionality of a custom laundryroom. A simple tension rod, available for aslittle as $10, is a great way to get verticalspace to help you organize and maximizeyour laundry room. Install it above thewasher/dryer to use as a clothesline orbelow a shelf to help you store and organize supplies.

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Dish it UpNeed to get your vanity and other

tabletop clutter under control? Usedishes and trays from the kitchen

to keep your jewelry, office supplies and other small items

neatly contained. Bonus: Colorfuldecorative ceramics and serve-

ware match your style better thananything you can find at an

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Kitchen AdditionThere’s almost always a shortage of drawers in the kitchen. Before you remodelwith the big bucks, get the same functionalityfrom a repurposed piece of furniture—a dresser! You can find one with similar details to integrate perfectly into your kitchendesign or one in a contrasting look, such as a vintage style, to make the dresserstand out as a focal point.

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Color CoordinatedLooking for a way to make a shelfinstantly more neat and tidy? Color-coordinate it to simplify the look andreduce the visual clutter. Also, editingyour display is a great way refresh aroom’s look; consider donating oldthings to make room for items you useregularly and want to make shine. If let-ting go isn’t an option, stash extra itemsaway and rotate them into your décor,changing out the look every few months.

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How to CREATE AND HANGYour Own

CustomWallpaper

Ready to bring your design skills to thenext level? Try getting creative—andpersonal—with your prints.

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to give your room a personal touch? You don’t need tobe a professional graphic designer or interior designer to dabble in making your own prints, thanks to newdirect-to-consumer, digital-printing options.

Artist and designer Heather Ross shows you how youcan customize your rooms using her designs, which sheincludes in her new book, Heather Ross Prints: 50+Designs and 20 Projects to Get You Started.

Combining modern technology with handmadeappeal is a matter of mixing your personal aestheticwith technology that is simpler to use that you think.Ross shares a plethora of her own pattern designs via acd that’s included in the book, and teaches readers howto use software programs such as Photoshop tomanipulate her designs or even create their ownpatterns. “Who would have thought that it would bepossible to happily merge the satisfying feeling ofmaking something by hand with the convenience of aspeedy Internet connection?” she writes.

Here she chares an excerpt from her book to provethat anyone can create the bespoke look with just afew simple, albeit modern, tools.

Are you looking for something special

HOW TO MAKE

CUSTOMIZED WALLPAPERB Y H E A T H E R R O S SExcerpted from Heather Ross Prints: 50+ Designs and 20

Projects to Get You Started.

Wallpaper fell out of fashion for a few decades, partly because it was difficult to putup and almost impossible to take down. But now, wallpaper is making a comeback, andthanks to digital printing, you can put just about any design you want on your walls. Bestof all, there is a new type of wallpaper on the market today: peel-and-stick! It’s a sturdy,vinyl contact paper with a peel-off backing, so you don’t need any paste or water tomake it adhere to your walls. And if you ever decide to take the paper down, you canremove it in just minutes with no tools or chemicals.

What you need:

• “Unicorns, Orange” (design included in the book) printed on self-adhesive contact wallpaper (30-inch [76.2 cm] width) from designyourwall.com

• Tape measure• Level (at least 48 inches [1.2 meters] long, with a “plumb sight” at its center)• Ladder or step stool (tall enough to allow you to reach your ceiling easily)• Pencil• Scissors• Washi tape• X-Acto knife with a very sharp blade

How to do it:

Print Wallpaper To create the unicorn wallpaper shown on the

opposite page, you can simply upload the pattern fromthe disc included with the book to a print-on-demandwebsite (I like to use designyourwall.com). When youupload the file, the website will provide information forcalculating yardage. Also, note that the directionspresented here are for hanging paper on a single wall—a method I prefer when using a busy or bold print—butyou can visit the Design Your Wall website for moreinformation on how to paper a whole room.

Locate Plumb Line Working at eye level, measure 28 inches (71.1 cm)

from the left corner of your wall and make a small markusing a pencil. Place your level vertically on the wall,matching its right edge to this mark (see fig. 1). Adjustthe level until your “plumb sight” window shows aperfectly centered bubble. Using the right edge of yourlevel as a guide, carefully draw a line, and then extendthis line to the ceiling and floor. This is your “plumb line.”

plumb line

Takemeasurementat eye level.

28” (71.1 cm)

FIG 1 Use a level to find your plumb line,and extend line to ceiling and floor.


Cut and Roll Sheets of Wallpaper

Your wallpaper will come on one large sheet withdotted “cut lines” so you can cut out your panels forhanging. Carefully cut out your printed wallpapersections along these dotted lines, then tightly roll upeach section. Use washi tape to secure each roll untilyou are ready to use it.

Hang Your First Sheet Remove the washi tape from one roll. Peel back

about 6 inches (15 cm) of the protective backingfrom the top edge (see fig. 2). Starting on the top leftside of your wall, allow the top 2 inches (5 cm) ofpaper to rest lightly against the ceiling or molding(this is excess paper that will be trimmed off later—the excess here is required because most walls aren’tperfectly even). Make sure the right edge of your

paper is lined up with the plumb line, then begin to pullthe backing away from the paper (see fig. 3). Lightlypress the left edge of the paper into the corner as youwork. Pause every so often to make sure that the paperis going on evenly and smoothly, and stays aligned withthe plumb line. Sweep your hands from side to side anddownward to press out any air bubbles (fig. 4). When youreach the bottom of the wall, allow 2 inches (5 cm) extrato hang loosely. This will be trimmed off later.

Continue Hanging WallpaperHold the top edge of your next roll of paper next to

the top edge of the strip you just applied, and match therepeat carefully, leaving at least 2 inches (5 cm) ofexcess paper at the top edge. The papers should notoverlap; they should meet perfectly at their edges. Applythe second roll the same way you did the first one, butdon’t press the paper onto the wall along the top edgeuntil you are sure that the paper is unrolling evenly

against the right edge of your first sheet. Onceyou are sure the edges are matched up, youcan start pressing the paper onto the wall. Ifthe paper isn’t lining up properly, carefullypull it off the wall and try again. Continuehanging strips until you have reached theother side of the wall. If your last strip is widerthan the space it needs to cover, press thewallpaper as far as you can into the corner andleave the excess paper.

Trim Wallpaper Using an X-Acto knife with a very sharp

blade, carefully trim away any excess paperfrom the left and right sides of the wall (seefig. 5). Then carefully cut away the excesswallpaper from the top and bottom of thewall. To remove the excess paper, peel bothsides of the section’s top edge carefully awayfrom the wall, pulling evenly and quickly, andusing a downward motion.

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Heather Ross Prints: 50+Designs and 20 Projects to GetYou Started by Heather Ross,published by Abrams Books,©2013; abramsbooks.com.

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FIG 3 Line up right edge of paper with plumb line. FIG 4 Smooth paper against wall.

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RecycledCHIC

Discover how to turn one person’sjunk into your personal treasure.B Y N A T A L I E E C H E V E R R I AP H O T O G R A P H Y B Y T O M L E I G H T O N

A mix of vintageticking-stripe fabric is

used to create a classic, casual vibe.

Junk Style by Melanie Molesworth, published by CicoBooks, ©2013; cicobooks.com.

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DECORATING JUNKIES KNOW THAThousehold possessions have the ability tobreathe life into a room. They age along withus and, as a result, tell their own story andbring their own charm. New items don’talways have this life, so how do we find itemswith a story? We embark on a quest for sec-ondhand goods.

In Junk Style, Melanie Molesworth teachesyou how to incorporate junk finds into yourdecor to craft an ambiance that is effortless,stylish and unique.

Molesworth breaks down each area—fromthe bedroom to the garden—to teach the art of DIY while staying true to the philosophyof thinking outside the box.

Here are a few tips on how to make the most of your secondhand treasures:

Hone your creativityMolesworth says to think of new roles for yoursecondhand items. Just because you buy achair doesn’t mean it has to find its way to atable; use one by the bed as a night stand orin a corner as a spot for storage. Bring gardenfurniture inside, and try indoor furniture in the garden.

If you can’t find something specific you’vehad in mind, build your own using scraps rescued from antiques fairs. For instance, restan old door on two low cupboards for theperfect console.

Keep it coolWith junk décor, it’s best to decorate with acool color scheme. Stay away from harshtones—they will overpower your secondhanditems. Muted shades, “mimic the natural effectof aging,” Molesworth says. However, don’thesitate to infuse pops of bold color to liven upthe room.

Feeling too indecisive? White should always be your go-to color. Its timelessnesswill complement junk furniture’s everlasting feeling. Plus, you won’t have to worry aboutcolors clashing.

“It means choosing possessions thathave already had a life and beenloved rather than ones that are new,pristine and soulless.”

A bit of the outdoors is brought insidewhen an old garden table is transformedinto a bedside table.

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Splurge on a statement pieceA simple piece of furniture such as a bed, table,or couch, has the ability to command attention.It will “strike just the right balance betweenindulgence and simplicity,” Molesworth says.With that in mind, don’t be afraid of letting aroom be near empty—the tender bareness of aroom will direct attention toward the piece youwant to showcase.

Keep comfort in mind when you search forthe right piece. Don’t be afraid to alter andadapt an item to your needs. A homemadeslipcover created from vintage fabric will allowyou to hide any major stains, tears or flowswhile kicking your item up a notch.

Less is moreStow away excess items that might make aroom look messy.

When it comes to storage, there are two pathsyou can take with junk containers: turn to conventional storage, such as wooden crates, baskets and tins, or turn to unconventional items,such as egg boxes, birdhouses and dishes. The sky’s the limit with secondhand goods.

Also, a color scheme can make or break the busyness of a room. White helps declutter a space.

Mix old with new The same way that certain colors complementeach other or create an interesting contrast,your décor pieces can complement or contrastone another when placed strategically. Fill amodern kitchen with a collection of junk baskets and containers. It will add character,and your junk items will be highlighted againstthe background of the new kitchen adornedwith shiny appliances.

A minimalistic room is brought to life with afloral bedspread, muted blue walls and awatering can full of fresh flowers.

A bucket full of purple flowers complementsthe purple floral pattern of the bedcover.

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Preserve the patina We are captivated by secondhand items partlybecause we fall in love with the story told bytheir imperfections, details and craftsmanship.Molesworth says it’s important to preserve theoriginal finish, cracked surface or peeling paintof secondhand goods because that is what addsinimitable personality to any space.

The cool blue color scheme andnatural lighting create softness

and brighten up the room.

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read a room

How to be aRuthless

JunkScavenger

UNEARTH THE RECYCLED DELIGHTSTHAT GIVE THESE INTERIORS THEIR

ONE-OF-A-KIND STYLE BY FOLLOWINGTHESE LESSONS FROM JUNK STYLE:

Hit up your local flea market, antiques storeand garage sales often. Not every search isfruitful, but items turn over fast, which meansnew items make their way in all the time.

Seek out finds that intrigue you the most.These will flaunt your personal style. Why notown an item that expresses your individuality?

Before purchasing your salvaged good, tryto envision it within your home. Is there enoughavailable space? Will it complement the look andfeel of your décor? No one wants to walk awaywith something they’ll regret later.

Don’t buy an item merely because of itsprice. Do buy it because you gravitate towardits quirks—junk finds are essentially functionalpieces of art.

Don’t overlook an item because it is incomplete or too worn. Everything has a remedy. Remember, junk finds are all about DIY. The more you get your hands dirty, themore you’ll appreciate your find for its uniqueness and for the love you put into it.

Always keep your eyes peeled. The itemsyou will come across are one-of-a-kind. Truth isthat you never know what awaits you.

Various junk findswork together to

create a country feel inthis dining room.

Adapt old finds to fityour needs, but don’t

revamp an item to thepoint where it loses itscharacter. Molesworth

says rough surfacesshould be cherished

since they only comewith age.


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A RECYCLED ROOMPage 32For more information on Sarah Steinberg Custom Designs, (207)829-4433 or steinbergcustomdesigns.com.Contractor: Rideout and Turner, Inc., (207) 366-33503 or rideoutturner.com. Paint: Maine Cottage Paint, (866) 366-3505 or mainecottage.com.

MODERN TRADITIONPage 38Den poster: Vintage photo from Disneyland.Turquoise side table: Home Goods, visit homegoods.com. Den rug, small round table in living room: Bassman Blaine, (714)431-1190 or bassman-blaine.com. Pillow fabric: Clarke & Clarke, visit clarke-clarke.com.

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Den-sofa fabric, dining-room seat-cover fabric: Pindler &Pindler, (714) 540-1193 or pindler.com.Sofa sectional, slipper love seat: Custom-made with Pindlermicrofiber fabric, visit georgettewestermaninteriors.com.Painted oars in nursery: Pottery Barn, visit potterybarn.com. Crib and dresser: Romina, (718) 478-5100 or rominafurniture.com.Glider: Little Castle, (805) 278-4646 or littlecastleinc.com. Small side table and lamp in nursery: West Elm, visitwestelm.com.Living-room fabrics: Kravet, visit kravet.com. Coffee table and end table, Greek key lamp: Haptor Barret, visithaptorbarrett.com. Living-room rug: Stark Carpet, visit starkcarpet.com.Entryway hutch: Antique Mirrored dresser: Worlds Away, (901) 529-0844 or worlds-away.com.All window treatments: The Shade Shoppe, visitshadeshoppe.com.

TRUST THE BIG PICTUREPage 48Cream throw, orange cotton throws: Brahms Mount, visitbrahmsmount.com.Fig-leaf fabric: Peter Dunham, visit peterdunham.com. Green glass lamp: Jamie Young lamps, visit jamieyoung.com.White hide rug: Pure Rugs, (866) 788-4289 or purerugs.com.Floor lamp (tripod): Circa Lighting, visit circalighting.com. Painted dining-room chairs, kids rug, outdoor lanterns: Pottery Barn, visit potterybarn.com Chair fabric: Scalamandre, visit scalamandre.com.Light fixture: Sarah Chandelier by Tonic Home, visittonichome.com.Bar cart, orange pouf: Serena & Lily, (866) 597-2742 or serenaandlily.com

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Kitchen/breakfast nook fabrics: Duralee, visit duralee.com.Roman shades: Quadrille Fabrics, visit quadrillefabrics.com.Bunk beds: Mill Stores, visit millstores.com.Sheepskin: Amazon, visit amazon.com.Wooden side table: Ballard Designs, visit ballarddesigns.com.Coverlets: Restoration Hardware, visit restorationhardware.com.Front-porch rockers: LL Bean, visit llbean.com.

BIG STYLE FOR A SMALL SPACEPage 58White dining table: Macy's, visit macys.com.Neutral chairs at dining table: Vintage sales floor displays fromNordstrom, visit nordstrom.com.Bar cart: Ballard Designs, visit ballarddesigns.com.Wall hanging with art-deco pattern and white deer head:Vintage frame spray -painted white, stencil patterned backgroundfrom royaldesignstudio.com; deer head from zgallerie.com. Black and white ottomans, black-and-white Damask pillows:Target, visit target.com.Sofa with white art deco sides: West Elm, visit westelm.com.Child’s white dresser, gray buffet table with white ornamentalhandles: VintageWhite sofa, black-and-white pillow and black chair with metallegs: Ikea, visit ikea.com.

VIBRANTLY VINTAGEPage 84For more on designs by Jersey Ice Cream Company, visit jerseyicecreamco.com. For more on the designer’s Etsy shop, visit etsy.com/shop/jerseyicecreamco.

BATHING BEAUTYPage 106Wall and ceiling color: Benjamin Moore, Swept Away (701), visit benjaminmoore.com.Trim color: Sherwin Williams, Dover White, visitsherwinwilliams.com.Tile: Ceramiche Refin, refin-ceramic-tiles.com.

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room recipe

PleasuresThe new year is a clean slate for your home.Learn to live with less—without sacrificing

luxury or style—by following these tips.

Simple

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ENTERTAINING AFTER THE HOLIDAYS MEANSEASY, NO-FUSS GATHERINGS. Designer Kerry Cassillskips the tablecloth and other formal elements in favor ofbare surfaces in her breakfast knook.

CLEAN HOUSE. Pare down unnecessary accents anddetails. In this room, an area rug is swapped out for asmall accent rug to let the wood floors truly be dis-played. Take away throw pillows and tabletop clutterthese next few weeks, and you’ll be surprised how lightand airy your rooms will feel.

SIMPLIFY YOUR ART. One big, bold statement canvasgives this room an understated elegance. Look for areasof your home where you can downsize your collectiblesand displays.

MINIMALISM DOESN’T HAVE TO BE BORING. Forthis sweet and effortless gathering, an antique teapotand a fancy cake plate enable you to appreciate the finerthings in life without excess clutter or detail.

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