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Sound in Color: Pinback-Summer in Abaddon

26 Tuesday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Color Inspiration, Sound in Color

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beige, brown, color palette, color palettes, music, neutrals, pinback, sound in color, summer in abaddon

The color palette on most of Pinback’s covers are sort of like their music, subdued and chilled out. I love the neutrals that are showcased for this particular album design. It’s a nice example of how many various tones there are in brown alone, as well as a look into how a space can still seem layered while using the same color.

Sound in Color: Pinback-Summer in Abaddon

Loving Neutrals

08 Friday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Color Inspiration, Everyday Design, The Home

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art, beige, blue, brown, colors, cream, decor, design, earth tones, interior design, neutral palette, the home, white

Loving Neutrals

I have always loved a neutral palette in my home. I think color is a great but I happen to enjoy living in an environment that is relaxing and comfortable. There are so many ways to use neutral colors in your decor and it doesn’t mean just having beige and white the main characters. There are lots of tones to play with. The key is using texture, shape and light correctly so you have a cohesive and all around finished look, without any one thing contrasting too much.

Here are some great examples of how to design an interior space successfully with a neutral palette. I hope they inspire you to use more neutral colors in your home.

Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Loving Neutrals
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Art Inspired Palette: Jayme McGowan

02 Wednesday May 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art Inspired Palette

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I am sure you all know I absolutely love paper. If you don’t than where have you been? You can check out my Pinterest board, My Love Affair for Paper, to see why if you haven’t already. But now I have to talk about paper artist and illustrator Jayme McGowan. She has taken the craft to new heights with her 3D dioramas and I must say, I am a huge fan.

Jayme lives and works in Sacramento, California where she creates wonderful little imaginary scenes we all would like to travel to. She illustrates unique characters then brings them to life. The final product are hand cut creatures so lovable, you wish you could be transformed as well.

You can find her work at her Etsy shop, Roadside Projects, where 5×7 and 8×10 prints are available. The piece I chose for the palette spoke to me through form, personality and most of all color. From the pastel blues and pinks to the neutral gray tones, I just couldn’t resist. I also love the addition of pattern and detail, which you will find in all of her work. Like I said before, Jayme takes the craft to new heights.

Look to her work for inspiration that brings a unique and whimsy feel to any event or space. Her talent for creating movement and emotion will certainly impress you, as it did for me. I recommend you check out all her work and maybe even send a little “hello, you rock”. You can read more about her process and the latest news on her blog and don’t forget to like her Facebook page too.

Art Inspired Palette: Jayme Mcgowan

Brighten Up Your Space with Spring Inspired Palettes

09 Friday Mar 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Color Inspiration, Everyday Design, The Home

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beige, better homes and gardens, bright, brown, gray, green, navy blue, olive, orange, pink, purple, reds, spring, yellow

Brighten Up Your Space

March has finally arrived and with it we have sunny days and cool breezes. It’s time to get ready for Spring and brighten up your space with colors that make you feel alive and happy. This month, Better Homes & Gardens shared a few palettes that are nature inspired and eclectic at heart. These various color schemes will bring warmth, fun and maybe even a little romance to your spaces.

Shades of Purple + Warm Gray
BH&G suggests moody purples with a touch of gray. Since purple can blend with various colors and warm grays tend to calm the purple down, they make a good match. For accents, throw in some citron and berry for a little brightness and fresh feel.

Shades of Purple and Warm Gray

{Misty Lilac: benjaminmoore.com, California Dreaming: acehardware.com, Agreeable Gray: sherwin-williams.com, Tin Lizzie: olympic.com, Glazed Raspberry: behr.com}

Shades of Purple and Warm Gray - Living Room

Shades of Purple and Warm Gray - Living Room

Shades of Purple and Warm Gray - Living Room

Golden Olive + Tobacco Brown
Pairing up tobacco brown and green give a space an earthy warm feel. Choosing an olive works best here. Using yellow, fuchsia and coral as accents add a touch of whimsy and brighten up the dark neutrals. These should be presented in small amounts through accessories or accent furniture.

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown

{La Fonda Spanish Dancer: valspar.com, Straw: acehardware.com, Mona’s Mane: valspar.com, Tropical Smoothie: behr.com, Jekyll Crane Cottage Green: valspar.com}

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown - Living Room

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown - Bedroom

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown - Bedroom

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown - Living Room

Golden Olive and Tobacco Brown - Dining Room

Deep Navy + Fog Gray
This classic palette includes strong neutrals and high contrast accents. The navy is the perfect backdrop to the bright but muted fuchsia, turquoise and chartreuse. The gray keeps the palette calm and because it has blue tones it works well with the navy.

Deep Navy and Fog Gray

{Ruby Red: acehardware.com, Jamaican Dream: olympic.com, Savannah Moss: benjaminmoore.com, Hale Navy: benjaminmoore.com, Smoke Embers: benjaminmoore.com}

Deep Navy and Fog Gray - Living Room

Deep Navy and Fog Gray - Living Room

Deep Navy and Fog Gray - Guest Room

Deep Navy and Fog Gray - Kitchen

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