Cottage Chic Decor

Watch Jo Monday morning on BT, she is talking Cottage Chic decor for your cottage or creating that cottage feel with your home!!

DID YOU MISS IT: Watch online {http://video.citytv.com/video/detail/2503218014001.000000/cottage-chic-dcor/}

 

Thanks to:

IKEA http://ikea.ca/

Jamie Alexander http://www.jamiealexander.com/

for the products!

4 tips in creating that perfect Cottage Chic Style in your home: 

1. Embrace your pine paneled walls, just add a whitewash to them for that instant fresh feel!! And paint those floors for that wow factor!!

"One of the most charming aspects of cottage living is its natural, simplistic and bare-boned style. Rather than cover the small guesthouse walls in artwork" designer Sarah Richardson

2. Fall in Love with WHITES!!

3. Distressed Furniture! "One of the key elements to cottage-style decor is distressed and weathered furnishings. Although scouring flea markets, yard sales, thrift stores, estate sales and auctions to find a stunning piece of furniture for an amazing price may be exciting, don't look over a piece you may already have right in front of you."

4. Cozy it up! "As soon as you walk into a cottage-style home, you should feel right at home. The neutral color palette and natural materials should instantly rejuvenate your senses. The space should look and feel comfortable, easy and livable."

 

Stay cool this summer season!!

Until next time,

w&c designer girl!

for more information http://www.hgtv.com/decorating-basics/cottage-style-decorating-16-fresh-and-simple-design-ideas/pictures/index.html

Crazy for Black and White Stripes!!

Until next time,
w&c designer girl!

(all images are taken from google seaching black and white stripes interior, deor and fashion)

Keeping you in the "now" of the 2013's trends!

Until next time,

w&c designer girl!

 

BFF Gala

What a fun night of great company, food, fashion, fundraising and celebrate Karoke?!!

The Bryan Baeumler Family Foundation hosted an inaugural Masquerade Ball to mark the launch of their BFF for Kids foundation.

"The main objective of providing renovations for children and families in need of accessibility, safety, and security in order to create a nurturing and positive environment in the home."

Needless to say the gala was covered with HGTV and TV designers and host supporting this great cause.

Me with my date and co-host Carson Arthur and good friend Cityline's Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault

My dinner buddy Cityline's host Tracy Moore

Me and my/BFF's Publicist Laura Stratton

The talented Suzie McNeil

 Celebrity karoke oh funny times!!

 

The decor was stunning!

 

MC for the Night Rob Black with the fabulous Hosts of the evening Sarah and Bryan Baeumler!

Fun times when Carson and I donated our services to raise money for the great cause in the live auction!

Thanks for the fabulous night everyone, the BFF was a great success congratulation Sarah and Bryan!

 

Until next time,

w&c designer girl!

Jo's on BT - It's all about Patio Decor & Trends!

Watch online: http://video.citytv.com/video/detail/2407182187001.000000/patio-dcor-trends/

It’s all about making your outdoor space feel like an extension of your indoor living rooms.  Everyone has outdoor living spaces, but now it’s all about the decorative touches!  So let’s get ready for the patio season ahead with the latest trends for outdoor décor.

Products from:

Home Outfitters & Bouclair Home

www.homeoutfitters.com/‎

http://www.bouclair.com/

 

Here are some inspirational images to set you on the right path of a stunning patio this year!

http://interiorstyledesign.tumblr.com/post/12664567915/a-covered-rear-porch-does-double-duty-as-a

http://www.completely-coastal.com/2013/04/outdoor-living-rooms-coastal-beach.html

http://www.55downingstreet.com/decor-ideas/b/blog/archive/2013/05/08/outdoor-decor-ideas-how-to-connect-indoor-and-outdoor-spaces.aspx

http://www.kweeper.com/images/tags/outdoor

Jo will be back on BT June talking Cottage Chic decor!!

Until next time,

w&c designer

International Design Spectacluar at Klaus on King St. East!!

Last week I went to a party at Klaus on King St. East Toronto to welcome world renowned designer and Moooi co-founder Marcel Wanders to the store in celebrating a truly spectacluar evening of international design.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check out all the images on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Klaus-by-Nienkamper/114883251934529#!/photo.php?fbid=444793822276802&set=pb.114883251934529.-2207520000.1368468412.&type=3&theater

Until next time,
w&c designer girl!

Watch BT Monday!

New and Now! Jo will be talking about; what’s hot in décor fashion and getting you ready for the spring and summer trends of the season.

If you missed it watch online http://video.citytv.com/video/detail/2337774633001.000000/latest-dcor-fashion-trends/
 

• The colour of the year is blues and greens but for the spring we are adding yellow to the mix and a touch a of pink!
• Patterns patterns and more patterns.
• Statement lighting
• Dramatic floors
• Animal craze
• And Brass is back!!

Thank You:

Creekside Tile http://www.creeksidetile.com/

TEB Interiors http://tebinteriors.com/

Artcraft Lighting http://artcraftlighting.com/web/index.php/search?product_id=ja&page=1

For the fabulous products!!

Stay tune for Jo's next appearance on May 23rd, Getting ready for the patio season, lets jazz up your outdoor living space!!

Until next time,

w&c design girl!

IKEA answers your Kitchen questions?!

To celebrate IKEA's recent Kitchen Event they asked Facebook fans to tell them their number one kitchen design questions. They received a lot of great questions and chose the top ten to be answered by their very own IKEA kitchen designer and stylist - Janine Love . . . here are just a few of the answers . . .

Where to start?

Cabinet style?
Working with a budget?
Creating a breakfast nook and more . . . check out the full story at
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151395011718434.1073741825.190977078433&type=3 Click on the image for the story.

 

How to maximize your counter and prevent clutter:

My number 1 mantra for preventing counter clutter is “A place for everything and

everything in its place!” I know this is easier to say than to do, but if everything has

a designated home, then it is more likely to be put away. Here are a few examples to

help with clutter management:

1. Take advantage of ceiling heights and utilize upper cabinets that meet the ceiling. Store seldom used items on top shelves.

2. Store all cooking utensils in a jar/vessel on the counter. The jar will contain frequently used items, and doesn’t take up much counter space. A well selected vessel will also add a little personality to your kitchen.

3. Create a “garage” to corral all small appliances, utilizing IKEA’s roll front cabinets.

4. Edit and clean out your drawers at least a couple of times a year. Do you really need 4 ladles and 78 mugs?

5. Designate 1 miscellaneous drawer for papers, supplies, erasers etc.Everybody deserves to have a “messy drawer” where one cannot be judged.Make sure drawer organizers are utilized to keep even messy items in place.

6. Install under counter rail system to save space, hang up items within easy reach and get things up off of the counter.

7. Allow a catch all tray or basket on the counter, and be committed to sorting the items and putting things back into their designated home.

8. Look for opportunities to mount open shelving or hooks.

9. Mount a large cork or magnetic board (preferably behind a door) to house all notices important papers, photographs, and children’s artwork.

10. Keep small appliances off the counter and arrange in a Lazy Susan lower cabinet solution.

11. Utilize wire pullout baskets for deep cabinets, making stored items more accessible.

Until next time,

w&c designer girl!!

My Para Paint DIY Project!

I tackled a small but rewarding DIY project last weekend. I have been searching for just the right size square coffee table with a white top. Needless to say, when you have an image in your head of a object you want ,you usually can't find something like it. So, I ended up buying a table off of Kijiji for dirt cheap, gave it a quick sand and applied Para Paints Ultra to the top of the table in of course, my Jo Jo Whitewash PF 17 colour :) What a transformation! I was a bit worried about the durability of the paint, because as we all know painted pieces of furniture usually marks quite easily, however, I am pleasantly pleased to report it more then durable and mark free. Trust me we have not been easy on it at all!!  

 

 

 

Quick reference facts on Ultra Paint from Para....

• Their Finest 100 per cent Acrylic.
• Exceptionally Durable Finish.
• Only makes for the best value for pets + kids.
• Easy to apply product (so smooth)
• Canadian made, low carbon foot print, super low VOC's, low odor (all very good points for kids who are near the painting area)
• Ultra line is the BEST TOP quality of paint! It really is the ULTRA in Durability + Performance.
• Ultra has a Finish for Every Application + Room/ Surface!
• Great way to add colour and durability to kids spaces in an Eco friendly way!
• www.para.com

 Have a great Easter Weekend Everyone!!

Until next time,
w&c designer girl!! xo

Jo's on BT talking durable materials for Kids and Animals!

Everyone always wants to know what materials theytu should be looking at when they have to think about their kids and animals, well Jo is here to point us in the right direction and will explain what you should be looking for within your materials to make sure they stand up to your  lifestyle requirements.  

Watch online:

http://video.citytv.com/video/detail/2237863464001.000000/a-positive-spin-on-aging/

What are the best materials to use within your home when you have kids and animals, from flooring to fabric to paint, the most durable products that you should be considering for your home makeover!!

Practically indestructible materials to keep your home looking fresh and new throughout the years of your chaotic lifestyle.  

Paint- www.parapaint.ca

Their Finest 100 per cent Acrylic- Smooth +
Exceptionally Durable Finish. Super easy to clean (Washable or Scrub able)
Only makes for the best value for pets + kids!
Easy to apply product (so smooth), easy soap and water clean up, Canadian made, low carbon foot print, super low VOC's, low odor (all very good points for kids who are near painting area)

Tile - www.creeksidetile.com

Creekside Tile Company has recently opened it's Toronto location on Clarkson Avenue, in the design district, near Eglinton and Caledonia. Creekside Tile, which originally opened in Vancouver more than a decade ago, carries a variety of tile, stone and glass products from around the world. We import directly from England, Italy, Spain, Japan, China, Mexico and a number of other countries.

Final tip: if you can try to match your materials to your animals hair colour. This will hide the amount of hair that has collected on them and always look clean.

Always a fun morning with the BT gang and Dina!!

I will be back on April 12th talking Spring trends!!

See you then.

w&c designer girl!

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