Tips & Inspo

The first three albums were what I expected from Jewel. I knew many of the songs and the sound of the unfamiliar tunes didn't surprise me. By contrast, the title and cover art for 0304 surprised me. It was very 2000s pop in style and content — with song titles like Run 2 U, 2 Find U, and 2 Become 1. With Goodbye Alice in Wonderland, her songs returned to her folk and country roots. I listened to Jewel's Discography in Order These are the songs I added to my playlist. Pieces of You Who Will Save Your Soul I'm [...]

Miranda Priestly may not approve but, spring florals often inspire color palettes. From bright tulips to soft, pastel buds, the blooms ground unexpected tones in earthy browns and mossy greens. Floral-Inspired Color Ideas Take a trip through any nursery or greenhouse and you'll quickly find colors that can bring your spring designs back to life. Designers often overlook classic blue colors for spring — as shades of pink catch the eye. These pansies provide a lovely mix of deep blue and purple tones. I'm always looking for lovely neutral tones — which spring buds and branches are quick to provide. [...]

Sweaters with sundresses, bulbs peaking through snowbanks, and the sun shining through bare branches herald early spring. It's a time when the eyes search for anything to break up the gloom and gray. Early spring holidays range from gleeful to garish. And patina has its moment. Cool, Industrial Colors Lately, I've been noticing cool, industrial colors as the bare landscapes draw the eye to the bones of winter. Rust pops and patina beckons. Below are a few color combinations I created to embrace this chilly, yet hopeful, time of year. If you liked this post Follow my Color [...]

Several years ago, my mom asked me what she should use as a second accent color in her living room. She had already painted the walls a bold blue so, I suggested coral. You can see why that color combination feels fresh. It's inspired by nature — and totally tropical. Living Coral Pantone Color of the Year 2019 When Pantone named their color of the year for 2019, designers were intrigued by the tropic-inspired tone. In reaction to the onslaught of digital technology and social media increasingly embedding into daily life, we are seeking authentic and immersive experiences that enable [...]