04
Oct
It’s that time of year! The Calling it Home One Room Challenge is back! If you read this blog or follow me on instagram, then you know that I am a big fan of...
furniture
25
Aug
Tips for a Stylish Family Friendly Design:1) Keep your larger pieces neutral to allow you flexibility to switch out your accent colors more easily in the future.2) Use an upholstered ottoman as a cocktail table. ...
31
Aug
Yesterday on Good Morning Texas, I showed the viewers a few different ways to get inspired to jump start their design projects. The vignette I took to GMT involved these fabulous & oh-so-comfy zig-zag...
23
Aug
TGIF design devotees! I have a BIG announcement for you all! I’m so excited to have been invited back to be a part of the Style Spotters program ~ Style Spotters Rewind ~ for the...
02
May
Don’t be afraid of color! Have no fear, bring in the color for fresh and fun cheer!!You see vibrant colors and room combinations all the time and may find yourself saying, “Wow! This is...
19
Oct
There were many spectacular pieces at the Fall 2012 High Point Home Furnishings market, but this one takes the cake. My jaw literally dropped when I turned the corner in the John Richard showroom...
13
Oct
We had a fabulous first day at the High Point Home Furnishings market. I was super excited to walk into several showrooms today & see one of our favorite color palettes featured – turquoise...
15
May
Good morning design devotess! You’re in for a treat this morning. I’ve asked one of IBB’s designers, Brandy Scott, to blog for us & share some behind the scenes details from one of our...
03
May
Well my friends, the fun is almost over. I’ve had such a blast pinning all of my fabulous finds for the Style Spotter contest
27
Apr
I am very happy to report that color was abundant at the Spring 2012 High Point Home Furnishings market. Lots of saturated color! If you follow our work, then you know we (at IBB)...
21
Mar
Today, I’m letting IBB designer JT take over the blog! I love his sense of style & passion for design. I never see him without a smile on his face & he & his...
13
Sep
I am just wild about hand painted finishes on furniture. It’s such a sassy way to liven up a piece to bring color & life into a room. Hickory Chair will allow you to...
15
Jun
Have you ever looked at an amazing piece of furniture & wondered to yourself “How did they make that?”. We all drool over & daydream about where to put the gorgeous pieces we find...
03
Jun
Who do you turn to when you need custom upholstery that not only looks hot, but is also comfy & cozy? On a project I recently completed for a client in California, I turned...
06
May
Hello design friends! I apologize for being MIA over the last week or so. After I returned from furniture market in North Carolina, I hopped right back on a plane to go install my...
22
Apr
We’ve just returned from our buying trip to High Point, North Carolina and I’m happy to report that several furniture manufacturers & designers are really in tune to today’s needs & how people are...
21
Apr
Even if you’re not a huge fan of the Beatles, you probably instantly recognize the iconic group pictured on this fabric. It’s the photo from the back cover of their album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely...
30
Mar
Almost every day I see an item or fabulous home furnishing that arrives at IBB & my mind starts rolling on where & how to use it. So, I’m creating a new section on...
27
Mar
Look what just came in to IBB for one of my clients! I’m a huge fan of adding small benches & ottomans to a room. They give you additional seating & can also be...
26
Mar
Today on Good Morning Texas, I gave a few quick tips for choosing the perfect coffee table for your room. It’s important that you select a coffee table for your home that not only...
25
Mar
Dear Designer Detective,I often hear you refer to a welt cord when pointing out things on the furniture you showcase on Good Morning Texas. What exactly is a welt cord?~Tina D.McKinney, TXDear Tina,Great question! ...
13
Mar
Talk about being socially savvy & totally with it! Furniture manufacturer CR Laine has hit the height of uber (or should I say cyber?) creativity. As part of their new spring line of fabrics,...
29
Jan
If you’re looking for that special something to liven up your decor, a fabulous chair or pair of chairs can easily do the trick! I recently highlighted my top 5 favorite chairs of the...
27
Jan
It’s time for a make-over! It’s a mini project for me. I’ve finally had it! My office at IBB is in major need of some TLC. You see, we’ve been at our current...
22
Jan
Greetings design lovers! It’s still winter time & there’s nothing better than a cozy environment during the cold winter months. Today on Good Morning Texas, I gave a few pointers to help you create...
28
Dec
Shay,I watched a show on GMT (quite awhile ago now) where you showed a sofa upholstered in a “new” leather like material. I think you said that it would be very durable. Can you tell me...
07
Nov
According to my poll asking which room in your home is in major need of a make-over, many of you are in the same boat
01
Nov
I am really into birthday celebrations! Like, big time! I like to go all out. Not just on my own birthday, but all of my loved ones as well. Especially when it comes to...
23
Oct
Use my 2 P’s tip for a quick update for any room in your house ~ Paint & Pillows! If you have neutral furniture, you
22
Oct
In honor of Maitland-Smith’s 30th Anniversary Celebration, they are hosting the “One Design Competition”. The contest is open to designers & consumers. It’s super easy to enter. Just log on to their website, create...
22
Oct
So, remember when I was telling y’all that my favorite new color combination is turquoise & tangerine? Well, I’m just ecstatic to report that it was shown all over the fall furniture market in...
21
Oct
Yesterday I had the great pleasure of getting a VIP tour of Hickory Chair during their blogger breakfast. One of the highlights was getting to hear Alexa Hampton discuss her designer collection of furnishings...
13
Oct
Well, instant gratification when it comes to custom upholstery that is…This is really great news my fellow design lovers! One of my fav furniture makers, Hickory Chair, has developed a plan to get you...
27
Jul
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20
Jul
I just had to share these funny quotations I came across today about furniture & decorating your home! They gave me a little giggle. I
15
Jul
I recently featured a series on Good Morning Texas in helping viewers find their design style. I decided to put this series together after seeing that 15% of the people polled on my blog...
07
Jul
In my humble opinion, knick-knacks= trinkets, (a.ka. JUNK)! Too many knick-knacks (or trinkets, or junk) can clutter a room and quickly ruin a beautiful design.
29
Jun
I am so excited to have been chosen as one of a handful of Dallas designers to be featured in a spread in On Magazine. They asked us to where to find our favorite...
17
Apr
We’re live from a stunning Bella Custom home on GMT this morning. We talking size & scale when selecting furniture for your home with a sneak peak into this amazing Dallas mansion. Tour the...
10
Mar
Gather round the table! Let’s talk about cool ideas for dining. I’ll be featuring dining tables taken to a new height. The tables are proportioned
10
Feb
Have a design dilemma or topic you need help with? Need some fresh ideas, paint or fabric advice, or just want to be up to date on current design trends? Need an opinion on...
09
Feb
Add some pazazz to your furniture & nail the look you want. Sorry for the pun. I just couldn’t resist 😉A technique once used out of necessity is making a huge comeback in a...
06
Feb
Today on Good Morning Texas…Get resort style living in your home. Tour a fabulous Highland Homes model home in Allen in the Star Creek subdivision.
30
Jan
Is your home ready for some football? Tune in today to get tips on how to get your home ready for the ultimate Super Bowl
26
Jan
Looking for a fabulous finish to a stylish sofa or a great pair of chairs? Read on to get the perfect ending…SquareNeoclassical End table by Hickory ChairRoundround lamp table by Hickory ChairGold & MetalSquare...
16
Jan
We’re bringing sexy back! Curved sofas have been around for ages, but they’re rapidly growing more & more popular. Rounded or curved sofas are
14
Jan
Feast your eyes on this marvelous chair by Century. If you want to make a beautiful statement, here’s how you do it: Step 1)
12
Jan
Dear Shay,
I often hear you talk about eglomise. What exactly is eglomise? Also, can you use more than one piece of eglomise in your
14
Nov
Today on GMT… “Shay’s Favs”! I’m in studio & showcasing some of my favorite things in home furnishings & decor. Many of these items
17
Oct
These are a must-have for your home! Functional, movable & so super stylish. They can go just about anywhere in your home. Place them
07
Sep
Dear Shay,I want to turn an upstairs bedroom into a ladies study with a small desk and lamp etc. If there is no bed in the room what do you use for an anchor piece?-TrishaTrisha,First,...