Aedriel Originals

Yarah Designs came accross these distinctive colorful designs by Ardriel Originals.  We are certain you can find a ceramic for any ocassion.  Beautiful, bold and so much fun!

Unisex Kids Room

How fabulous is this room featured Nursery Notations found on on Deco Peques? Yarah Designs simply loves the color palette and the fact that this room is perfect for a boy or girl.  The animal decals are fabulous.

Feminine & French Country Insired Nursery

The French Country look is all over the place these days and Yarah Designs has found a beautiful, over the top nursery at Project Nursery.   From nursery and children’s room collections by Restoration Hardware Baby & Child to the growing popularity of lines such as Art for Kids & the Provence Collection by Newport Cottages, you can find ideas and items to fit all budgets.  

Although the particular nursery (shown in picture above), designed by Amy D Morris, contains expensive, beautiful antiques, you can get a similar look for less by combining nursery and adult furniture.

Here are some specific items that will give your nursery a French Country feel.  Find more at Project Nursery 

1.  Buckingham Glider  2. Provence Nightstand  3. Stella Bassinet   4. X-Base Stool  5. Ribbon Mirror  6. Perfect Balance Ballerina  7. Beautiful Ballerina  8. Gold Leaf & Flower Chandelier  9. Pretty Baby Crib Set  10. Iron Crib  11. Siena Sage Rug  12. Provence 7 Drawer Dresser

Dreams do come true ...

Yarah Designs came accross this article in the New York Times about Sandra Foster, posted on Pink Lemonade Design, and was completly moved.  This article shows that dreams really do come true if you stirve to reach them. Sandra Foster's story is moving:  she renovated this tiny cabin herself and decorated it with bargain price flea market finds.  The true magic here lies in Sandra making a childhood dream come true after much heartache and struggle.  Let is all strive to make our dreams come true, whatever they may be ...

Orange & Khaki Color Palette

Yarah Designs has been on a Jenna Lyons kick.  Jenna is the super stylish director at J. Crew.  How adorable are these series of pictures with Jenna Lyons and her son Becket. It is truly beautiful when the innocence and purity of a child is beautifully captured in pictures.  The color palette of orange and khaki is so very simple and so beautiful.

Designers Guild

If you are looking to do some redecorating and need inspiration, check out Designer's Guild. Such fabulous combinations. Yes, some color combinations are a bit more daring than others but it will give a room its very own unique look.

There even is a kids collection

Just Darling

This post is dedicated to the newest addition of my family - my niece McKenzie. Welcome to the world!

Yarah Designs recently discovered Sandra Darling. And that she is … simply darling. Her images are fabulous and all tell a story. There is a great amount of symbolism in all her pieces. You can purchase most of her work through Etsy

This specific image explores layers of the feminine through social and historical reference. Through a woman’s internal turmoil of adapting to social expectations while remaining true to herself. Symbolism in this particular image is reflected in the rose, wrought iron, flower bouquet, pleated fan, corset, teacup, bird and spring blossom.

- Rose: The rose has always been valued for its beauty and is a symbol of love. Through its many layers of blooming and delicate petals, the rose, like womanhood goes through many stages of transformation.

- Wrought Iron/flower bouquet/pleated fan: Structure and embellishments. The flowers, wild and feminine yet contained within the confines of the structured bouquet. The strength and support of the wrought iron table designed complete with nature’s embellishments; the pleats from a skirt accentuating all that is considered attractive and feminine.

- Corset: The corset is heavily embellished to accentuate a woman’s figure perfect hourglass.

- Teacup/Birds/Spring Blossom: The china symbolizes social fineries and pleasantries; spring blossoms and birds represent the ‘spring” of a woman’s grace or stage in life. The spring blossoms and birds also represent birth/rebirth – distinctly female traits and the tea cup representing the nurturing/containing qualities that are also innately feminine.

You can read more about Sandra Darling and view her work on her website

Unique gift idea

images from Innervision

Looking for a unique, personalized gift?

Yarah Designs has found the perfect gift that would be great for really anyone. It could be a perfect gift for any holiday or occasion if you personalize it for the recipient. Looking for a unique baby shower gift? Give the entire alphabet with family photos or selected papers to a new mother at a baby shower. Your own photos can be added to each block along with a variety of papers and words. So unique and thoughtful!

You can find these unique finds here http://www.etsy.com/shop/innervision Visit papers from here http://www.ayummymommy.com/p/photo-wood-block-colors-and-themes.html

Let them know Yarah Designs sent you!

Party Themes + Inspiration Boards

So many people have asked me “Should I have a theme for my event?" The answer is yes!

Every event, from a small quaint dinner party to a large scale wedding needs a theme. Why? Because it makes your life easier and it gives the party life. Themes can range for something personal to the hostess/host to specific color schemes the hostess/host may like. Themes can be centered on the events purpose (ie. specific holiday) or specific décor the hostess/host prefers. Themes are endless and should be fun. You can even ask the invited guests to participate.

Yarah Designs once threw an all White Party and guests were asked to wear white. Themes not only get people involved but breathe life into the party without much effort. It also keeps the hostess/host focused on the theme at hand when choosing the food, drink, décor, colors, music and event details.

To get started, do an inspiration board. What inspires you and what is this event for? Put your inspiration board together and the creative juices will start flowing.

Enjoy the Party!

Magical Room & Quick Design Tips

Who ever thought an all white room could be this magical?

This is such an inspiring rooms for Yarah Designs. Such beautiful lighting, hues and variations of whites and light colors are simply beautiful. This room could be a bedroom for a child or an adult. So peaceful and magical.

Here are some general quick and easy design tips:

• Every chair needs a place to set a drink.
• If you can’t afford good art, buy a great mirror.
• Never buy an antique unless you can use it.
• Go with white slipcovered sofas… they are the easiest to maintain because they don’t fade and can be laundered and bleached.
• Never underestimate good accessories…they are like a great pair of shoes!
• Skirts on upholstered furniture make a room less nervous.
• Even a period room needs a mod piece to shake it up.
• Buy good quality and buy once.
• Educate yourself.