Look at these luxury linens, and how you can get them cheaper!

Ankasa's gorgeous home decor is top of the line; embroidery, appliques, beading, sequins, luxury fabrics, you name it. Sadly, the prices are top of the line too. But if you really, really have your heart set on the look, I might just be able to help! All you need is a throw(s), pillow(s), or anything you want to embellish. Also, some needle and thread, a little creativity, and some sequins, appliques, beading, trim, you name it - and you got yourself an Ankasa "inspired" treasure.

The inspiration...









Images via Ankasa

So, to make your own, collect some embellishments from a craft or fabric store...


These embellishments are from Albert Zoll, the most expensive thing I found was $28, and a lot of items were cheaper.
Images via Albert Zoll


Choose a pillow or throw you like, these are from Overstock.
Then, just sew on your trim/beading/etc!
Let me know how it goes!

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Maybe this will make Monday a little better?

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Ralph Lauren Home: Yes, No, Maybe So?

What do you think of Mr.Lauren's home collections? Are these photos what you want your house to be, or are these looks what you try to avoid?

Modern retro design inspiration

For some reason, whenever I discover a new home decor store, it always happens to be located overseas. grr! Well, regardless, I still find the catalogs and merchandise inspiring. With that said, here's my latest find, called Graham and Green. Their look is a great mix of eclectic, modern, and retro. Does anyone know of a similar store here in the US?

The Best of Blueprint Magazine's interior design and home tours

Blueprint magazine folded last Christmas, but avid fans were able to get a fix here and there by visiting their blog, Bluelines. They also had an insert in Martha Stewart Weddings magazine. Sadly, the blog is also saying goodbye. I had been excited about Blueprint, as each issue seemed to get better than the next, and it had the potential to be a great magazine.

So, in memory of Blueprint and Bluelines, I've put together a "best of" post, which includes my favorite interior design ideas and house tours featured in the magazine.

All photos are from marthastewart.com