Art Inspired Color Palettes

19 Thursday Jan 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art Inspired Palette, Awesome Shops, Color Inspiration

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art, blue, brown, color, cream, design, etsy, green, holli, illustration, ivory, natural, neutral, palette, paola, pastels, peach, pink

I am happy to share my new little addition to the blog, my color palettes inspired by the things I love. The first is Art Inspired Color Palettes but there will be more coming soon. You can access the palettes from the menu on the right. Each week I plan to post at least two so come back and check in often. To introduce each one, I will add a new post with a little about each artist. Hope you all can find inspiration in what inspires me.

The first addition!

Paola is an artist from Cordoba, Argentina. You can find her illustrations in her Etsy shop, Holli. I am drawn to her delicate lines and soft palette of color. Her work is whimsy, childlike and simply beautiful. Look to her drawings when planning a wedding, bridal or baby shower and parties for children.

Vintage Inspiration

07 Monday Nov 2011

Posted by melissaoconnor in Shop Gray Star Design

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antique, colors, etsy, flowers, graystardesign, Inspiration, nature, pastels, photographs, photos, teddy bears, vintage

I have just recently put up a ton of new vintage style photographs in my Etsy shop and I feel they are great inspiration for design ideas. Even if the theme has nothing to do with yours, you can use the color palettes and whimsy feel most of them have. I wanted to share a few here that I think are a great foundation for unique decor for your special events and home. Enjoy!

Beautiful Banners

14 Sunday Aug 2011

Posted by melissaoconnor in Awesome Shops, Crafty Ideas, Decor Ideas, Events & Parties, Wedding Decor Ideas

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banners, crafts, design, etsy, events, new york weddings, parties

Being a lover of anything handmade, it is no surprise I would love banners. Not only are they easy to display but there are so many out there, the possibilities are endless. Plus, you can make them yourself. If you are not as crafty as you wish you were, here are some I came across on Etsy that I think are really great.

These would be an awesome addition to any event. Having items that are unique and handcrafted really add a sense of style like no other. Have fun shopping around and I hope these give you some inspiration to design with confidence and style.

Seapinks

20 Wednesday Jul 2011

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animals, art, crafts, etsy, handmade, jennifer hall, nature, seapinks, sewing

I am in love with this Etsy shop! Handmade items are one of the only few things that truly get me excited so when I came across this shop I had to share. You have to really appreciate the love and hard work that goes into making these precious items. All are beautiful and whimsy. Right up my alley. Support indie artists out there and shop on Etsy people!

Seapinks‘ designer, Jennifer Hall is not only an artist but a craftswoman as well. Based out of Virginia, her love of nature and animals truly shows through her work and the details are impeccable. Some will make you laugh and others will make you go “awe” but you can guarantee they will all put a smile on your face. Stop by her shop and take a look around!

Here are some of my favorite items: