Category: Interiors

Window Shopping: Part 3

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Are you ready? This is the last part in our Window Shopping series. These last images were taken at a variety of different stores.

First up, Arhaus in the KOP Mall in King of Prussia, PA:image image_1

Isn’t this garden “bungalow” so beautiful?! It reminds me of Terrain in Glen Mills!

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They also had this tufted velvet headboard

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Next, is Dwelling in Manayunk, PA. I’ve passed by this store SO many times, but it took me 9 years to actually go inside! I’m glad I did, they have some excellent treasures!

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See these gilded log lamps? Love ’em.

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And finally, Restoration Hardware Outlet at the Philadelphia Premium Outlets in Limerick, PA.image_5 image_4 image_3

I bought this last piece for work. We haven’t used it yet, but I’ll take a photo for you once it’s installed!

Thanks for following along with my shopping trips! I love sharing the pretty things I find!

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Window Shopping: Part 2

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In the second part of this series, I visited HomeGoods in Collegeville, PA. This place had tons of good stuff too. Have a look!

These pretty blue chairs would look so perfect at my dining table, against my blue curtains!image-5

I just have to ask, “Where are those fabulous things from? Restoration Hardware or HomeGoods??” These linen, nailhead, and rope treats would be the perfect affordable pieces for an expensive look.

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2 rope mirror photos in one!

image-4This headboard!!! *swoon!*

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Speaking of headboards, this capiz shell “art” would be perfect behind a twin bed.

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These global inspired pieces are so eclectic. I couldn’t help but imagine a fun, bright, quirky space where these things could live together!

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And one more global piece that would be perfect with the cafe set from Part 1!

image-13It’s hard to see, but it’s a GIANT Eiffel Tower. I don’t really like it (maybe for a little girl’s room), but it was so outrageous, I had to post it.

And I had to post this too, in keeping with the outrageous/hideous theme…image-7

How are they even allowed to sell NEW stuff like this?! It should be a crime.

To end things on a good note, check out these trays. This first one is acrylic. And the red velvety coral is so fun!

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But THIS. This marble and gold tray was so pretty. AND it was $19.99. What?! image-10So, you know what happened…

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Window Shopping: Part 1

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You KNOW I can’t help myself when it comes to lusting after beautiful things. I mean, that’s what I’m made to do. So, in true Huntress fashion, I spied some beauties while on a HomeGoods run for work. I snapped a few photos specifically to share with you. This will be a 3 part series, since there was so much goodness to share! #homegoodshappy

First up, these 2 fabulous “trunk” dressers. This travel theme seems so collected, like it was picked up on several trips abroad…*sigh* The lower one is actually red, even though it’s coming up pink (I’d prefer it in pink, obviously!)

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Next, animal inspired decor. These hide and antler treasures are just enough “rustic raw” to tone down a really girly glam space.

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These desks were so clean-lined. They reminded me of something that West Elm would be selling…Look for Less! See how the first one has a built-in shelving system? It looks like it should be outdoors.

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Since the summertime always connotes BBQs and laid-back festivities, I thought this extra large American flag was the perfect summer accent.

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This wooden wall art looked like it would be the perfect piece to repurpose as a summer headboard!

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And now, for some patterns. This random ikat-esque floral chair was calling out to me. Like so “grandma”, that it could pass as modern. You know what I mean, right? Just for use in one corner of an eclectic room.

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This patterned mirror was so earthy with that punchy teal. How perfectly unexpected!

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And this little bistro set was so Frenchy with that woven aqua and creamy white pattern. I want to go to Paris!

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These glam urchin accents and gold table with stone top looked like the perfect exclamation points for anyone’s home!

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And these final gems had a wonderful natural quality that reminds me of the beach 🙂

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All of these pretties were found at St. David’s HomeGoods in Radnor, PA.

On The Hunt: In the Same Vein

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The Huntress-On The HuntI love marble. Who doesn’t? I dream about one day having a kitchen with the most beautiful marble countertops…where I could host grand dinner parties…with dancing…and lots and lots of wine. But then I realize that means I will have to clean up immediately, so nothing stains. Who wants to play maid at their own dinner party? Not me. So here’s what I have found on my search for the most perfect alternative to marble…in no particular order:

1. Cambria: Torquay Cambria.Torquay Torquay has been a longtime favorite of mine. It doesn’t look exactly like marble, but the subtle veining makes it so elegant. Especially when it is paired with classic subway tile, shiny fixtures, and glam cabinet pulls. Check out some installation photos:

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2. Caesarstone: 5131 Calacatta Nuvo

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This is so realistic, that it truly is a great marble doppelgänger. The pros are obviously that it’s quartz, but the cons are that the slab is the same pattern repeated, so if you have multiple slabs, you may end up seeing the “repeat”. But put it in a small area, and you’ve got it made!

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3. QuartzMasters: QM 9281 Calacutta Borghini. (this is not a spelling error, it it how it is spelled on their site…)

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This might be my favorite option, because it just looks so darn real! I’m not sure of the pricing, but I have a feeling that you would buy this for the maintenance vs. trying to save money. You can see why. I actually saw samples of this in person at a design show in NYC this spring. I have to say, it is stunning. Another “pro” is that it is so large, that to see a “repeat” pattern would be vey difficult. This make sit appear the most like natural stone!

Bad News: They don’t have any good installation shots on their site

Good News: They have several other realistic marble options too!

4. Fiandre: Calacatta Maximum

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I found this one on another blog. I’m having a hard time being really sure about what this actually us…the blog said it was ceramic, but the actual site doesn’t really specify…it looks pretty darn good to me.

There’s lots and lots and lots of other blogs that cover this topic, so I don’t consider this post “finished”. It’s just meant to highlight products that I have seen and thought were good marble alternatives!

Working Girl

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Remember this post and then this one? Well, I have some more photos of some of the work I have been doing at Presidential City 🙂

This luxurious 2 bedroom penthouse is home to “Brad and his daughter, Ava”. I made it very masculine and sensual, while also letting Ava’s room be the girly, glamorous sparkle to this Bachelor Pad.imageimage_1image_6 image_2 image_3 image_4 image_5

This feminine apartment is a 1 bedroom penthouse made for “Vivienne”. She is a successful working gal with plenty of money to lavish herself with the finer things in life…
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Seasonal Switch-Out

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Some people just don’t understand the decorating dilemmas that one is faced with when your fun, bright, colorful curtains just aren’t going with Fall and Christmastime decor! The solution is my annual Seasonal Switch-Out! Take a look for yourself!

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Chevron Curtains: Crate&Barrel, Teramo Panels

Blue Floral Curtains: IKEA, Stockholm Blad Panels (not available anymore) similar, similar

My opinion is that the chevron curtains are good ANY time of the year, but it’s always fun to switch things up!

On The Hunt: High/Low

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The Huntress-On The Hunt

I have been looking for some things for work and found some high/low comparisons that I wanted to share with you.

Look at this minimalist indoor/outdoor side table from CB2, for example:

CB2.cement-grey-side-tableIt runs you $149.00…

But if hop onto Wayfair, you will see you can get the same one for $135.15!

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And this drool-worthy wood tiled dresser from West Elm is just the eye candy I need to be totally inspired to redo my whole house…

west elm.wood tiled dresserUntil you see the whopping $1,199 price tag…oh yeah, there’s also a $100 delivery fee tacked on afterwards…

Luckily, the Home Decorators Collection is selling a similar one for a much more affordable $979 with a $200 delivery fee, although you lose the tiled effect, which, in my opinion might be it’s best quality…

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In the end, you’re only saving a little bit on both of these pieces, but every little bit helps! AND…you know I can’t keep knowledge of savings to myself!

On The Hunt: Treasures Revealed!

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The Huntress-On The Hunt

To satiate your curiosity about what was in my bags in this post, then scroll through 🙂

I thought you might like to see a panoramic photo of everything laid out…

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And here are a few of my favorite pieces:

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Lace Rhino Head

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Flock of Birds Wall Art

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Agate Jewelry Box

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Mother of Pearl Lined Wood Bowl

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Wood Side Table with Embedded Ash

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Acrylic Crystals

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Wooden Shoe Molds

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Large Hydrangea

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Gold Ram Skull Lamp

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Mother of Pearl and Acrylic Lamps

And here are what some of the treasures look like once they were inside of the apartments 🙂

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Some for You, Some for Me…

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I had a HUGE shopping trip for work this week:

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Yep, 7 carts. And that was only 1/2 of the stuff! 🙂 #homegoodshappy

That meant that I came in contact with lots and lots and lots of beautiful things. So, the obvious outcome was that I got a few little gems for myself 🙂

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I spied this acid-wash wonder as I was looking in the mirror trying on something else. She peeked out from behind me, I spun around and quickly promised myself if it was $20 or less, she would be mine. Well, feast your eyes:

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Yes, that’s how my mind works on an unintentional shopping trip…this is why I am dangerous 🙂

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I’ve always loved pigs since I was little, so this sweet gold rimmed jewelry dish (for $4.99) was the perfect grown-up homage to my childhood love.

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I’m so glad I can benefit from Jessica Simpson making the switch from music to shoes. These have satisfied my craving for *mildly* comfortable open-toed booties in a neutral color.

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And finally, this hopeful message in gold text ($16.99) just made me smile. I really feel like it’s true for me, lately 🙂 I’m really glad I took this photo when I was looking super glamorous in the reflection…

Side Note: It took me over an hour for all of my carts to be rung up, so when they got down to the last few items, I was so ready to get out of there. Anyway, there was a mirror without a visible price. While the clerk and I both searched for a tag, I half-joked that I would pay $75 for it (I estimate they would have charged $124.99). And you know what, the guy made me a tag for $75.99! Ha! Seriously, ask and you shall receive!