A Design Story

... stories of design, inspiration and mommyhood

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Sail into Summer

Summertime abounds with splashy water adventures: beach excursions, lake escapes, swimming pool parties and boating. Put the wind into your sail and get nautical with these fantastic finds!

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DIY Project: Cake Stand

Cake stands are such a desirable item these days. They add a charming touch to any kitchen or party. If you’re lucky, you can find vintage cake stands at resale shops and yard sales. But they’re not easy to come by and sometimes don’t come with a fun price tag.

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Cultivating Curb Appeal

Kevin and I occasionally ride around and look at home in our area (this is what a realtor and interior designer do for fun). We live in Sarasota, which is a beautiful area that boasts stunning water views of the bay and Gulf of Mexico. We have some of the most gorgeous homes here with […]

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Readers Tell All: Media in the Master?

This week we’re talking about the TV. Kevin and I have gotten in a bad habit of staying up late recently. Well, it can mostly be blamed on me (I have turned into a night owl ever since I started the blog division of A Design Story). Anyways, we thought about putting a TV in […]

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On a Roll

On a Roll… Tea carts that move from room to outdoor room serve up style with ease.

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Quick & Easy Summer Updates…

Summer is here bringing with it all its heat and thunder — especially here in the sunshine state. Days full of sunshine and endless possibility. Summertime is a time to soak up the warmth of the sun and cool off in every splash! I absolutely love summer and all the fun colors and décor it […]

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Coffee and a Chat with the Champion…

Guess who I met with this week? I am a huge fan of HGTV’S Design Star and I’m always amazed at the contestant’s backgrounds and inspiration. We watched season 4 where the magnificent Jason Champion worked his design magic all the way to the top 3. Though he didn’t win the competition, Design Star has […]

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Budget in Some Blooms

Flowers may be one of the most beautiful and inexpensive ways to decorate your home. No matter what type you choose, they always look delightful and if you pick wisely, they’ll even give your home a nice scent.