Posted on 27 January 2012. Tags: Pantone, stylephile
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Orange has come a long way. It’s never been a color that was very high on my personal radar, but I have to admit, the clear, vibrant oranges that are showing up in clothes, accessories, and design have me coming around. Pantone’s color of the year is orange ~ it’s a lively, cheerful hue called tangerine tango.
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Posted in home
Posted on 23 December 2011. Tags: stylephile
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
I was just asked the other day, what are my favorite home design & entertaining blogs. And, as the current year winds down, the media always loves to give us lists, I am going to follow suit ~ below are the links to a few of my favorite blogs.
No matter how busy I am, daily I pull up Young House Love ~

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Posted in design, style
Posted on 20 December 2011. Tags: photography, stylephile

Did you know your photos can be printed on canvas for decorating?
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Today I will be working with one of my clients, selecting pictures and mementos to create a gallery wall in her family room. I believe that what you select to display on a gallery wall should evolve as new memories are made and lives evolve. With the holidays upon us, most of us will be taking tons of pictures to capture the special moments, so if you already have a gallery spot in your home, consider making some changes or updates. Did you know that it is easy to take a digital photo and have it turned into a canvas print? Read the full story
Posted in decor
Posted on 07 October 2011. Tags: fashion, style, stylephile, trends
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Recently launched, the Hatch Collection is pure genius. Chic, yet timeless, the line consists of 14 comfortable wardrobe staples that a woman can wear for years & years ~ even when pregnant! An antidote to the typical maternity pieces that are purchased & only worn for months, these pieces are for the style savvy gal in all of us.
the dinner party dress ~
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Posted in fashion, style
Posted on 05 August 2011. Tags: event planning, party planning, stylephile
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Here is where we left off from Tuesday’s post on planning the perfect party:
3. It’s now time to embrace the nitty gritty portion of event planning process &, to me, the most fun part ~ the invitations, decorations, flowers, menu, beverages, music/entertainment, etc.
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Posted in event planning
Posted on 21 June 2011. Tags: Juju hat, stylephile, wall art
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Cameroon, located on the western coast of Africa, is home to a diverse collection of tribal kingdoms & villages. Worn during royal affairs, weddings or funerals by chiefs, dignitaries or prominent members of society is the Juju hat ~ also known as Tyn ~

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