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I love having parties and I'm really looking forward to finally having enough room to entertain for more than 10 people at a time (and that was only possible during the summer when we would cram everyone into our outdoor space).  Perhaps it has to do with part of my inner 'hostess with the mostest', but there is something quite chic about having a beautiful spot to display all of your bar items so that you will always be prepared to make that martini for an unexpected guest (or the many drinks for those expected ones). I started dreaming about bar carts about 5 years ago when we bought our apartment in Brooklyn.  Alas, there wasn't a great space for one.  I made due with a tray with a few of my favorite Nambe glasses and a pretty decanter, which usually held whiskey or scotch, but also housed an occasional rum or bourbon. Tray in lieu of much wanted bar cart in our old apartment Tray from a distance Now that we'll have more space, here are a...

Would you come to my outdoor dinner party if it looked like this? Image via Marthastewart.com Image via reasonstobreathe.tumblr.com Image via weheartit.com Image via stylishcorrespondence.com Image via bellamumma.com I was inspired by the Fabulously Social board from Red Stamp on Pinterest . Check it out { here } . Check out my Outdoor Dining board { here } . While you're at it, follow me on Pinterest { here } . (PLEASE).  Join! It's fun. It's addictive. Happy al fresco dining!! xo, Ris 

I'm not sure what it is, but I really love the ikat pattern.  In fact, I have a whole inspirational board dedicated to it on Pinterest.  Check it out { here } . Here are some of my favs: JK Place Capri by Italian designer and architect Michele Bonan via Hotel Chic Blog  Diane Bergeron Interiors via decorpad.com  Image via designsponge.com You can add a little ikat into your lives too. A dress for a hot summer day: Dress from Ann Taylor Loft sold out online. Similar here A cute settee to add some splash to one of your rooms: Rebecca Sofette from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Ballard Designs has many couches, chairs, settees, love seats and more where you can choose from several ikat fabrics.  You can also choose different finishes for the legs.  Don't see a fabric that you like? You can send in your own fabric and they'll put it on one of their items. A couple I 'designed': ...

Lately, I am totally obsessed with MANY different things.  Here are my top 5: 1) Mirrors , 2) Pinterest , 3) Bright Colors for my Spring Wardrobe, 4) Decorating in Grey and Yellow and 5) Lighting. In the new house, we're going to need a lot of new lighting.  I'm planning on putting chandeliers EVERYWHERE- the master bathroom, my dressing room, the dining room, the foyer, the re-designed sunroom and possibly the kiddos bathroom too.  Well, when I said I was obsessed, I wasn't kidding! :)  A lot of the new chandeliers are less traditional and aren't what come to mind when you think chandelier. So without further ado, here are some of my chandelier inspirations: Simple and Classic Sausalito Chandelier from Horchow Sleek and modern Arteriors Glass Ball Chandelier from Horchow This is my fav. Love it! Lucia Chandelier from Horchow This one is a lot of fun! Capiz Shell Pendant Light from Horchow  Lovely! Fas...

HAPPY FRIDAY! I was searching through houzz.com for some inspiration for the new kitchen/sun room (See my previous post here ).  There are SO many images.  I included a few below for your viewing pleasure.  ;)  I love finding ideas there and on pinterest.com  (perhaps I should be honest and tell you that I am OBSESSED).  When you need ideas, what sites do you visit? What magazines do you read? To see more of my kitchen visions, check out my board on Pinterest called White Kitchen .  Here's to a weekend filled with much inspiration and many ideas. I know I'll need them! kitchen design by other metros design-build Witt Construction contemporary kitchen design by minneapolis architect by Charlie Simmons - Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. traditional kitchen design by minneapolis interior designer Martha O'Hara Interiors traditional dining room design by minneapolis interior designer Martha O'Ha...