Think Inside the Box!

May 7th, 2012

Are you an “everything in its place” kind of person – a super neatnik?  Then you should have boxes for all the stuff that clutters your space – mail, TV & stereo remotes, jewelry, desk accessories, love letters, magazines, photos, etc.  There are so many unique and colorful boxes from which to choose – leather, wood, glass, shell, woven, metal, etc.  Check out some of our favorites!  If you have an abundance of items and need more than one box, try stacking them!

Photos Courtesy of Made Goods, Global Views, and Made Goods

Here a Moo There A Moo Everywhere A Moo Moo

May 3rd, 2012

Old McDonald had a farm…Cows are no longer munching hay in the fields their hides can be “spotted” everywhere and not just as an irregularly shaped “rug” on floors. Look for cowhide pillows, throws, ottomans and chairs. I’ve always said every home needs a bit of animal- if not “wild” then domesticated… Here are a few beauties…


Photos Courtesy of Luxe Spring Chicago 2012, Interiors Apr-May 2012, Interiors April-May 2012, Elle Decor Nov 2011, Elle Decor Dec 2011, Interiors Apr – May 2012

Tune In…

May 1st, 2012

If you missed my exciting television debut on WGN-Channel 9’s popular “Bring It Home” program this past Sunday, no worries. You may watch the entire program on YouTube!

In this segment, host Rochelle Vayo Adkinson takes a peek inside the den/TV room of my home in Libertyville where there are fabulous charcoal linen chaise lounges with a butterfly flange detail, a wild wool and silk charcoal and ivory zebra rug and a custom fringed, burlap wall treatment from our wonderful specialty painter, Nancy Schnell of FairyDust Creations!
Then Rochelle goes shopping and tries to recreate the room and I get to judge her choices. Will Rochelle find some gems? Will I be impressed? Watch and you will find out. I was a bit nervous… can you tell or did I hide it???

Susan debuts on “Bring It Home”!

April 27th, 2012

Tune in this Sunday morning, April 29, 2012 at 10:30 AM (Central Standard Time) for Susan’s exciting television debut on CLTV and WGN-Channel 9’s popular “Bring It Home” program.

Photo Courtesy of BringItHome
Each week host Rochelle Vayo Adkinson tries to recreate a designer’s custom look using off-the-shelf furnishings from local shops. In this segment she takes a peek inside the stylish den of Susan’s own home in Libertyville where there are langorous chaise lounges, a wild zebra rug and a fabulous fringed, burlap wall treatment.
Photo Courtesy of SPD

Then Rochelle goes shopping and Susan gets to judge her choices stacked up against the custom pieces. Will Rochelle find some gems? Will Susan be impressed?

Tune in and find out!

If you miss it, don’t fret, the show airs on WGN again at 5:30 PM Saturday, May 5, or look for us on CLTV…

Mondays, at 9 AM, 3 PM, and 5 PM

Tuesdays, at 4 PM and 8 PM

Wednesdays, at 10 AM, 5 PM and 8 PM

Thursdays, at 9 AM and 3 PM

Fridays, at 4 PM

We’ll also provide you with a link on our website, www.sweetpeas-inspired.com on Monday, April 30.

Photo Courtesy of  SPD

Stairways to Heaven

April 25th, 2012

Is it just me or are stairways suddenly really unique and cool and even more of a focal point in the foyer in many homes today? No longer the same old, same old from house to house. Look at these beauties made of metal, acrylic, glass and limestone. Handrails no longer necessary. These are definitely not average…

Photos Courtesy of  Interiors (Apr-May 11), Interiors (Aug-Sept 10), Home&Architectural Trends Vol 28, Interiors (Dec-Jan 12), and Interiors (Feb-Mar 10)