Hasta La Ideas

I love seeing the homes of artist and
designers, there is something so intriguing about seeing the space created by someone who works with visuals
every day. This home is no exception and belongs to Hanne Berzant who mixes natural comforts with luxurious
accents and truly exemplifies Nordic style.

Hope you enjoy! ~Jennifer Hagler

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..A Merry Mishap Blog

Hi everyone and greetings from Canada!  It's Jan from Poppytalk and I too, am so saddened by Irene's loss and of course was more than happy to do a post here while she is away. Big hugs Irene!

When wondering what I could write about for one of my favorite blogs, Bloesem, I ran into a splash of beautiful blues and greens via Marcus Hay's Blue/Green board over on Pinterest and was immediately drawn in.  I think what I am most inspired by is the hue (especially the chalkboard paint version) on the wall.  The effect for a wall mixed with blue fabrics and accessories really makes for an inviting space don't you think? It also works on furniture (like that chair in the photo above).

Here are a few green and blue images for inspiration, would you paint a wall a dark green like this? I just might. ~Jan

{ 1. Ochre  2.Hotel Riad el Fenn via Sfgirlbybay via Lonny Magazine  3.Photo by Keith Scott Morton via Desire to Inspire  4.Lisa Hochstein  5.Seth Smoot via Pat Bates  6.Ochre  7. Marcus Hay via Pat Bates  8.Channel4.com  9.Luli Sanchez}

..Marcus Hay on Pinterest

..Poppytalk

This is Danielle  from The Style Files and I am guest blogging on Bloesem while Irene is going through a very sad time. Writing about interior related things might seem unimportant at times like this. But I know that Irene, like me, wants to spread beauty and positivity into the world with her blog. Which is why I have chosen to show you interiors with a splash of yellow, which is a happy and positive color. Life can be difficult and with this post I aim to bring a glimpse of sunshine to you all but especially to those who, like Irene, are going through tough times. Irene, I wish you and your family lots of strength dealing with this terrible loss. ~ Danielle 

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.. The Style Files

Irene asked me to do a post about some of the things I liked this week, and I have to admit I felt really nervous about it. I don't want to disappoint. As you know I just bought my first house, so I have so many things I like running through my head, that it keeps me up at night. Let's see how I do…

Something for the outdoors…a practical guide to the essentials of beekeeping.

Something romantic for my bedroom…a ceramic victorian bell.

Something necessary turned lovely…a beautiful cloth extension cord.

Thanks Irene, this was fun! 

Victoria Hudgins is an event stylist, freelance designer and online DIY editor and you can find examples of all of these talents right here on her blog called, a subtle revelry. And some of her designs will be featured in book print, coming August 2011. Hope we can show her book here on Bloesem too. Today Vicotria has made these very beautiful, fragile, warm and gentle looking paper flowers for us that you can use for so many events or just as decoration in your home. 

* Guest post : Watercolor flower bows by Victoria Hudgins 

Liven up your spring gifts with an artistic touch, watercolor bows and string will make even the simplest of presents seem well designed.

Materials: Simple white or plain colored store bought wrapping bows, scissors, watercolor paints and a brush……. >> read more

To make the flowers: 

*Taking your water colors, randomly begin swiping different colors over the tops of each bow. Use a quick wrist flick to get the intended effect and change up colors as you go. Add more or less water to vary the depth of your painting.

*Let the paint dry for 1 hour.

*Taking your first store bought bow snip off the top of each center loop, this will leave you with an open bow and colored tips on every side. 

*Combine 2 or three of these bows together by sticking them one inside the other and you will have a full and colorfully tipped flower. 

*Hang in succession on a wall for quick spring celebration decor, or pile on packages for artistic gift wrapping. 

All images in this post are by Carly Taylor and  Victoria Hudgins from the blog a subtle revelry .

Victoria recently has launched the first edition of her online magazine called, Styled. In her own words:  "On every page you will find beautiful photos and spring celebration inspiration. The magazine is truly a testament to how amazing our design community is, and I am pleased to bring you stories from California, New York and even Australia. Friends who have collaborated with me to share beauty and inspiration for you to enjoy." … Click here and Enjoy!