tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18795583508593997812024-03-05T01:03:18.167-05:00Tiffany Leigh Interior DesignTiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.comBlogger502125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-12571230245055553052017-05-14T07:00:00.000-04:002017-05-14T07:00:01.089-04:00Project Sweet Maple - Dining Room Makeover<div style="text-align: center;">
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I recently had the pleasure of working with a young family to redesign their dining room. The client, Laura (of <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="https://sweetmapleblog.com/" target="_blank">Sweet Maple</a></span>), had some great pieces to start with, but was having trouble pulling it together into a cohesive look. For me, the big challenge was making the different wood tones in the room work. The floors were quite dark, the table was a rustic pine, and the console was a mid-century modern teak.<br />
I knew that the room needed a lovely, natural rug to neutralize the competing tones.<br />
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The room also had great ceiling details, but the walls were quite plain. We added some simple paneling to give some more architectural interest. I knew I wanted to go with white walls, so paneling is also a great way to add interest to walls rather than doing it with colour. This also allowed for us to do some very bold drapery on their huge window looking into their front yard. The drapes are my favourite feature in the room!<br />
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It just goes to show you that you don't need a massive budget to have a huge design impact on a space. I love how this room turned out. It feels fresh, young, and hip - perfect for the family who lives there!<br />
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See the Before's below!<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-76918549581445816642017-05-10T17:53:00.000-04:002017-05-10T17:53:08.041-04:00Beauti-Tone Colour of the Year - You Look Mauvelous<div style="text-align: center;">
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The guest bedroom at my parent's house was in sad need of a facelift. This room was actually my childhood bedroom, and it still had the same bright yellow walls, purple border and matching bedding that I picked out in sixth grade (I've come a long way). On top of that, it had become the 'catch all' space for old Christmas decor, old furniture, and some plain old junk.<br />
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When <span style="color: #b4a7d6;"><a href="https://www.homehardware.ca/en/index.htm" target="_blank">Home Hardware</a></span> approached me to try out their new <span style="color: #b4a7d6;"><a href="https://www.homehardware.ca/en/index/beauti-tone.htm" target="_blank">Beauti-Tone</a></span> colour of the year 'You Look Mauvelous', I was a bit hesitant, because as we all know, I am a white walls kind of girl. About as adventurous I like to go is a shade or two off from white. But my parents love colour so I knew this was the perfect opportunity to push myself outside of my comfort limits. I have to say, it is a gorgeous shade- a mauve tempered with enough grey to not be offensive. It looks particularly good against brass, so we accented the room with small brass details.<br />
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For the accent pillows, we loved this sweet mauve floral fabric that I had left over from another project. From here, we pulled the teal blue hues to make the scheme more dynamic and lively. <span style="color: #b4a7d6;"><a href="https://ca.shopsarahstyle.com/collections/throw-blankets/products/seaglass-diamond-throw" target="_blank">This throw</a></span> by Sarah Richardson Design worked perfectly and added some necessary texture. </div>
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A big thank you to <a href="http://www.homehardware.ca/en/index.htm?gclid=CjwKEAjw9MrIBRCr2LPek5-h8U0SJAD3jfhtn_jDque_RqiyNC2dp2onskipId1aiCHWJFCHUwt_pRoCWQPw_wcB" target="_blank"><span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Home Hardware</span></a> and <a href="https://www.homehardware.ca/en/index/beauti-tone.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Beauti-Tone</span></a> paints for sponsoring this post and for their lovely new colour of the year! It really is Mauvelous.<br /><br />xox Tiffany<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-89302103488774988182016-12-15T09:27:00.003-05:002016-12-15T09:27:25.021-05:00Style Me Pretty Home Tour<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi loves! I've been holding in a big secret, but today, I can finally let you in on it! I'm so excited to announce that my apartment has been photographed and today is featured on <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/2016/12/15/a-chic-and-girly-bachelorette-pad-with-trad-bones/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty Living</a></span>! My dear and talented friend, Mike Caringi, did the photography. He is the owner of <a href="http://5ive15ifteen.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">5ive15ifteen Photo Company</span></a> and their work is seriously stunning guys (you may remember <a href="http://tiffanyleighinteriordesign.blogspot.ca/2014/03/model-for-day-with-5ive15ifteen.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">these bridal mag shots</span> </a>they did for me awhile back). I am so thrilled with how he captured the essence of my space!! This is my first 'official' apartment (read - non student apartment) and it has been a labour of love!<br />
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Check out the full feature over at <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/2016/12/15/a-chic-and-girly-bachelorette-pad-with-trad-bones/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a></span>!!<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-45218440034909486172016-09-06T08:00:00.000-04:002016-09-06T08:00:20.895-04:00Switching out the Lights - Making a Rental Feel Like Home<div style="text-align: center;">
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I recently (okay, not that recently...in January - eek time flies!) wrote an article for Flare.com outlying <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="http://www.flare.com/culture/10-ways-to-turn-your-rental-into-a-real-home/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">10 Ways to Turn Your Rental into a Real Home.</span></a> </span>One of my top tips is to change out your light fixtures. Let's be honest, Light fixtures in apartments are notoriously bad (hello boob lights!) and this is a pretty easy fix.</div>
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The fixture over my dining table actually wasn't horrible (although it was quite dirty) but wasn't right for the rest of my decor. It has more of a mid-century vibe, and my furnishings, and the bones of the apartment itself, are much more traditional. </div>
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While out antiquing at the Aberfoyle Flea Market last summer, I came across this vintage brass and crystal chandelier that I knew would look perfect in the space. After a good cleaning, it was ready to be hung.</div>
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I often find people neglecting the power of attractive lighting - it's too often an afterthought rather than a showpiece. Good lighting really makes a room feel complete from top to bottom. Keep the original fixtures in a rental to reinstall when you move out, and take your new, attractive lighting with you to your next place!<br />
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Well guys, we made it here to the fun part - after photos! Getting to work with my parents as clients was such an amazing and unique experience. We had a few tense moments and many fun ones, and I am so happy with the final product. More importantly - they are happy. For over 30 years my parents have been putting me and my brothers first, and it makes my heart so glad to see them do this for themselves. They really deserve it!</div>
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The space feels so much brighter, lighter, bigger, and up to date. It also functions better and has way more storage. I know we will make many more memories together as a family in this kitchen! </div>
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Taking out the railing and bringing the cabinets right to the ceiling really increases the feeling of space. The light cabinet colour helps with this too. The cabinets are solid maple and sprayed in Simply White by Benjamin Moore. It is a slightly creamy white, which is warmer, more traditional, and works better with the style of the rest of the house than a cooler white would.</div>
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We went with polished nickel as our metal finish. It has a warmer tone than chrome, so it works great if you want to mix in brass finishes as well (we didn't do that here, but mixing of metals in the kitchen is becoming increasingly popular and is a look I personally love, so I'm passing on that handy little trick). Our hardware is the <a href="https://hickoryhardware.com/collections/hickory-hardware-pulls/products/hickory-hardware-studio-collection-cabinet-pull-p3012" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;">Studio Collection</span></a> from <span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="https://hickoryhardware.com/" target="_blank">Hickory Hardware</a> <span style="color: black;">in<a href="https://hickoryhardware.com/collections/hickory-hardware-pulls/products/hickory-hardware-studio-collection-cabinet-pull-p3010" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #e06666;">3"</span></a> and <a href="https://hickoryhardware.com/collections/hickory-hardware-pulls/products/hickory-hardware-studio-collection-cabinet-pull-p3012" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;">5"<span style="color: black;">.</span></span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="color: black;">The hardware selection is actually one of those tense moments that I was talking about, as my parents and I had differing views on what the hardware should be...and by different views, I mean they were picking out some crazy 90's looking curvy things. When we found the Studio Collection, however, we all knew that we had a winner. It has nice clean lines with just enough detail to keep it from feeling modern or trendy. We were mindful of picking classic elements that would stand the test of time.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="color: black;">This is true of our backsplash as well. The oriental white marble backsplash from <a href="http://www.creeksidetile.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Creekside Tile</span></a> in Toronto will never go out of style. The classic subway tile pattern in a slightly smaller size (2"x4") is simple and clean, and the natural material has beautiful variation in tones of cream, white and grey.</span></span></span></span></div>
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It has officially been one year since I took possession of my one bedroom apartment (what?! How is that possible?!). So far, I've been focused on every area besides the bedroom, because it's the one area guests don't really see. </div>
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Now that the rest of my space is more or less finished (just a minor list left: runner for the front hall, paint dining table, new side table lamp, find hardware for bookshelf doors), it's time to give the bedroom a little loving. I really dislike my bedroom right now - it simply doesn't function properly so it always ends up a mess. The layout is very strange because of the placement of doors, windows and radiators. And the white walls and lack of bedskirt, etc. leave it feeling very temporary and dorm-ish.</div>
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I've finally come up with a plan that I feel very confident in. I had bits and pieces of it brewing for awhile, but I had my big eureka moment recently while watching The Intern. I love every set Nancy Meyers has designed (Something's Gotta Give, The Holiday, etc.) but I think Jules's house in The Intern is my very favourite. It literally made my heart skip a beat. And when I saw her dark grey master bedroom, I knew this was the piece to the puzzle that I had been missing. </div>
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Those charcoal walls were speaking my language, and the play between greys and natural linens really works well. I love the idea of wall sconces as I don't have room for bedside lamps. Picking the perfect grey is proving tricky, but I'm leaning towards Elegant Boutique by Para. Do you have a favourite?</div>
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Here is another room that is inspiring me for my bedroom: </div>
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The grey here is a bit lighter and probably better for my space that doesn't get much light. And those sconces are my dream. MY DREAM! They are reasonably priced, but still out of my budget so I'll have to find an alternative.</div>
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Other things floating my boat:</div>
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I've been obsessed with Pyne Hollyhock for the bedroom ever since I saw this spread of Michelle Adams's place way back in 2012. If I haven't gotten sick of it yet, I doubt I ever will. Of course I can't afford much of this fabric, so maybe just a small lumbar pillow on the bed?</div>
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Also I'm craving emerald green. I used to always say I want an emerald green headboard, but I think that a neutral headboard is better. Instead, I am going to get a couple of large emerald green velvet pillows from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/164626890/emerald-green-velvet-pillow-case-kelly" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Live Love Smile</span></a>. </div>
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The hardest thing for me to master styling wise is making the bed look good. I tend to get very hot while I sleep, so I need to use the thin 'cool' IKEA duvet cover, but it makes the bed look flat and uninviting. I think the key is to layer, I can always take a thicker, fluffier duvet cover off before I go to sleep.</div>
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Here is the current state of the bedroom (I'm only showing you all this because I love you...):</div>
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I was browsing craigslist one afternoon when I saw a listing for a pair of vintage cane chairs on sale at the local (okay, not local, I had to drive about 45 minutes) ReStore. Now, let me tell you, a pair of anything vintage is hard to come by, and when you do find a pair, it usually means $$$. But these were reasonably priced at $50 each, no tax. I knew that I had to have them. </div>
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After folding down the seats in my parents' van and making the drive to the location, I was a bit disappointed to see that the upholstery was in very bad shape. The cream striae velvet was very yellowed and very dark and stained in places, and some spots looked like they had been scratched by a cat, leaving rips and tears in the fabric. Still, they were the perfect thing for the apartment I was on the verge of renting, and I knew with a little love they could be really special. See the before below:</div>
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Fast forward 11 months into living at the new apartment and the chairs were still sitting here unchanged. Finally, I enlisted the help of reupholster extraordinaire <a href="https://www.instagram.com/staciedwards/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Staci Edwards</span></a> of <a href="http://www.switchstudio.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Switch Studio</span></a>. I left the fabric, chairs and plan in Staci's capable hands and on Saturday, I went to pick them up!! I was so nervous to see them but I am thrilled with how they turned out!<br />
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I went with a simple 100% linen in soft blue from <a href="http://designerfabrics.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Designer Fabrics</span></a> for the front body of the chair. While I initially thought about doing a striped pipe as well, I think it would have been too busy with the texture of the cane. <span style="color: #ea9999;">The stripe</span> on the back panel, however, is the perfect touch. It adds pattern and interest but is not trendy. It is classic and timeless. </div>
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<a href="http://www.switchstudio.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Switch Studio</span></a> also did up the sweet little lumbar pillows. The <a href="https://www.fschumacher.com/item/175950" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Schumacher fabric</span></a> used was the first 'ah-ha' moment I had when developing the scheme for this room. It really made the corals and aquas in my existing (and beloved) rug make sense, and I used this fabric to pick out the fabric for my sofa cushions. I love the contrasting coral pipe on these pillows. It compliments my coral velvet pillows from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/217013644/coral-velvet-pillow-cover-choose-your?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Stuck on Hue</span></a> so nicely. </div>
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I chose to keep the wooden and cane frames of the chairs in their original condition. They are a little roughed up, but I love the sense of patina and history that they contribute. I like my vintage in vintage condition.</div>
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The peak-a-boo striped back is so charming.<br />
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Truthfully, I thought about attempting a DIY reupholstery job on these chairs to save money, but I knew that I wanted to keep these chairs for many years to come and didn't want to mess them up. I wanted them to look perfect, not just 'good enough considering I did it myself'. </div>
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<a href="http://www.switchstudio.ca/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Switch Studio</span></a> did an amazing job on the chairs and pillows and I
couldn't be more thrilled! Well worth the investment. They are located
in Oakville and service <span class="s1">Oakville, Burlington,
Mississauga, Milton, and Greater Toronto Area. If you are looking for an
excellent, fairly priced option for reupholstery, this is your spot! A
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-85538004934680106952016-02-13T09:52:00.000-05:002016-02-13T09:53:07.869-05:00Project Northlake: Kitchen Reno - Progress Pictures<div style="text-align: center;">
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So much has been happening in my childhood kitchen since the last time that I posted! Although by no means a glamorous post, I thought it might be fun to show you some of the behind the scenes moments and fill you in on a bit of the realities of the reno. My family has been doing most of the work on the kitchen so far. The progress has been quick, but not without its share of setbacks.<br />
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We needed to find a new tiler, the hardwood installation got delayed, a hole got punched through the wall into the dining room during demo, we painted the entire first coat of paint before realizing that the colour was mistinted and drying far too bright, our area rug was cut to the wrong size by the binders. What I've come to learn in this industry is that projects rarely, if ever, run perfectly smoothly. When embarking on a renovation, you need to be prepared for things to go wrong, but sometimes managing expectations is easier said than done. Luckily, we are back on track and the finish line is in sight!</div>
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We started by tearing out the dated railing that separated the kitchen from the sunken family room. This is really going to help to open up and modernize the space.</div>
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-58127688102948658042016-01-23T10:24:00.000-05:002016-01-23T10:24:57.069-05:00Project Northlake: Kitchen Reno - Before Pictures<div style="text-align: center;">
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I'm excited to announce that I'm working with some clients very near and dear to my heart on a kitchen reno...my parents! My parents still live in the house I was born in, so it's been very different taking on a project that will change a room where so many fond personal memories have been made, but it is definitely time for an update. </div>
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Today I'm sharing the 'befores' with all of you, so the blog is about to get decidedly less cute! The honey oak cabinets made the space feel dated so we are replacing with solid maple cabinets painted white. We are more or less keeping the current layout as it works well, but we are upgrading finishes throughout to include hardwood floors, quartz countertops and marble backsplash. </div>
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I can't wait to share the afters with all of you, it's going to be a huge transformation. The plan is to really lighten, brighten, and modernize the space, create additional function and storage, and add value to the house. I'm so happy for my parents - they really deserve this!</div>
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-43491768681464766852015-12-26T20:38:00.000-05:002015-12-26T20:38:37.660-05:00Oh Chrismas Tree 2015<div style="text-align: center;">
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Oh my gosh! Another year has gone by (with a dismal amount of blog posts on my part) and it's time to take down the Christmas tree already! I shared photos of my tree on instagram, but it is my first real tree since moving out and it deserves a blog post all of it's own. I filled the tree with vintage ornaments passed down by my parents and Babcia. I love the classic Christmas colour they provide.</div>
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Proud moment: Hauling the tree up to my third floor walk up apartment and getting it set up all by myself. </div>
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You just can't beat the smell of a fresh pine tree, it is truly the magical smell of Christmas. I hope you all had the most wonderful holiday season. Thank you for sticking with me despite there only being a few posts this year. I love you all!<br /><br />
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I'm dreaming of a pink Christmas with this darling festive tablescape that I put together using <a href="http://us.shopsarahstyle.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Sarah Richardson's new textile line</span></a>! These colours are perfect for year round, but the motif on the cotton napkins reminded me of snowflakes, which inspired me for the holidays. Place settings topped with coordinating Christmas tree decorations add to the fun and cheer, and are a great little 'take home' gift for friends. Speaking of gifts, wouldn't these table linens make a great one?</div>
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2. Create a no fuss centerpiece using seasonal greens such as Seeded Eucalyptus and fresh berry branches.</div>
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3. Candle light and Christmas tree lights set the perfect mood when the sun goes down.</div>
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4. More is sometimes more. My tiny table achieves big style by layering textures, colours and pattern. </div>
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4. Sarah's new linen line comes in four colour palettes making it easy to look like you spent hours decorating the table. The placemats are reversible, and everything is cotton and easily washable.<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-78172586948158861392015-11-30T08:00:00.000-05:002015-11-30T23:41:40.439-05:00Mantel Makeover: Holiday Edition<div style="text-align: center;">
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With the holidays fast approaching, two things in particular about my new apartment were making me very excited for Christmas decorating. The first was that my place is big enough to get a big tree (remember the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/iRRMZ8giZS/?taken-by=tiffanyleighid" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">teeny little tree</span></a> I've been using for the past couple of years?) and the second was that I had a mantel to style up! </div>
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I kept it pretty simple with natural elements and classic red and green to give the mantel some holiday cheer. I wanted it to feel very traditional, sophisticated and (of course) beautiful.</div>
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A quick trip out to my favourite local florist proved successful. The flower shop is such a magical place at this time of year, filled to the brim with all the trimmings for gorgeous bouquets, wreath and garland making. I picked up a lovely foxwood wreath, a large swag of leyland cypress branches, fresh red berry branches, and a big bouquet of seeded eucalyptus (for a center piece). I also grabbed some logs to fill up the fireplace - purely decorational as my fireplace is non-functioning, but I think they really add to the cozy feeling! I didn't do anything fancy, just hung the wreath with some fishing wire, tied a big bow and laid the branches out on the mantle. I like the lush, semi wild look this achieved.</div>
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Oh I just love Christmas decorating! Have you decorated your mantel? Link to it in the comments below! <br />
xox <br />
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Ever since moving into my apartment in May, I have envisioned a pair of small dressers flanking my fireplace. This is one of my favourite looks and it also provides some much needed storage for my board games, dvds, cozy blankets for watching tv, etc. My dream was to find a matching vintage pair, but this proved to be a challenge. Vintage pairs of anything are hard to find, and because of their rarity are usually pretty expensive when you do finally find anything. I decided that for now, the best plan would be to try my hand at an ikea hack.</div>
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I bought the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/40159837/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">KOPPANG 3 drawer chest</span></a>. I liked the simple lines as a nice blank canvas and the price was right.</div>
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I did the rest of the steps after assembling the dresser, but if I were to do it again I would add the trim and paint everything before putting it together to make the job easier.</div>
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Next I bought some<a href="http://www.homedepot.ca/product/solid-clear-pine-decorative-moulding-5-16-in-x-3-4-in-x-8-ft/905214" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #ea9999;">small decorative trim</span></a> from the Home Depot and used a saw and mitre box to cut it. I glued the trim pieces onto the drawer faces using No More Nails glue and filled in any gaps in the mitred corners with paintable caulking. The trim really helps to make this streamlined piece look more traditional.</div>
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Next came priming and paint. I used the <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-1-qt-B-I-N-Shellac-Based-White-Interior-Spot-Exterior-Primer-and-Sealer-00904/100398380" target="_blank">Zinnser Shellac Based primer</a> (which Jenny of <a href="http://littlegreennotebook.blogspot.ca/2013/10/how-to-paint-and-even-wallpaper-ikea.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Little Green Notebook</span></a> swears by for painting IKEA furniture). I painted out the dressers in a beautiful robin's egg blue called Cape Hope by <a href="https://www.homehardware.ca/en/index/beauti-tone.htm" target="_blank">Beauti-Tone paints</a>. </div>
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The place is really coming together! In the living room all that's left to do is a buy few accessories, get my cane chairs reupholstered, sew a couple of small lumbar pillows and paint something big for over the sofa. In an ideal world I would also ditch that ceiling fan. Have you ever done an ikea hack? Share the link in the comments and I will be sure to check it out!</div>
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-28171624673193903722015-09-30T08:00:00.000-04:002015-10-18T13:31:04.630-04:00A Library in the Dining Room<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hello friends! It has been awhile. I took the summer off to really focus on getting settled into my apartment and enjoying the warm weather, as well as take a much needed rest after graduating from the Bachelor of Interior Design degree in only 33 months. Today, I'm giving a little sneak peak of my dining area which is going to double as a library with the help of a really lovely IKEA billy bookcase hack (more to come on that one I get the shelves secured to my old plaster walls). </div>
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For as long as I can remember, I've wanted a library. Before my Design Degree, I graduated with a degree in English Literature, so I guess you can say that books are my first love. But being in a small apartment in the city means having to get creative with space.</div>
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I was inspired by this library designed by Nate Berkus:</div>
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Combining the dining room with the library is such a natural choice, as the table easily doubles a surface for reading, studying, and note taking. Let's just say the grass cloth got me thinking as well! <br />
I can't wait to show you the rest! Stay tuned for more from my apartment decorating.</div>
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I've missed you my friends!<br />
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One of the things that I knew I wanted to change in my rental was the yellow tile surrounding my fireplace. I'll admit that once I moved in, the yellow tiles grew on me. They were more charming than I originally guessed, but I still felt that they weren't in keeping with my overall style and vision for the space. A couple of them were also cracked. (And yes, the ceiling fan is another thing I'd like to change!)</div>
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The tricky thing is that this is a rental unit, so I have to be realistic about what I can change and what I have to live with. I want to retile my kitchen backsplash eventually, so I'm saving the 'ask the landlord' question for that. Furthermore, I wanted marble and I know that it's not in the budget, and investing a lot of money into a rental doesn't make sense for me.</div>
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What I really needed was a rental friendly, non-permanent, easy, no-hassle, and inexpensive solution.</div>
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And that's when it donned on me, what about something I can peel and stick? So that's exactly what I did! I ordered up<span style="color: #ea9999;"> <a href="http://www.designyourwall.com/store/Marble-Marmi-Grey-Self-Adhesive-stone-wall-contact-covering-200x2256-pr-842.html#products-details-section" target="_blank">this amazing contact paper</a></span> from my friends over at <a href="http://www.designyourwall.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Design Your Wall</span></a>, and went to work. A quick note about this <a href="http://www.designyourwall.com/store/Marble-Marmi-Grey-Self-Adhesive-stone-wall-contact-covering-200x2256-pr-842.html#products-details-section" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">contact paper</span></a>. It is SO thick and durable, some of the tiles I had to unpeel and restick over ten times to get it just right, and the paper didn't rip, crinkle, or lose its stick. It really feels almost more like vinyl than paper. It is even wipeable! The pattern is also extremely realistic. </div>
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And voila! I can't believe how great this project turned out. I still need to add some caulking around the perimeter just to hide some of the pre-existing gaps, but I am loving the transformation! This really was the perfect solution! I don't think you can tell that it is paper at all unless you get really close. A big thank you to <a href="http://www.designyourwall.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Design Your Wall</span></a> for such an amazing <a href="http://www.designyourwall.com/store/Marble-Marmi-Grey-Self-Adhesive-stone-wall-contact-covering-200x2256-pr-842.html#products-details-section" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">product</span></a>!</div>
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If you follow me on <a href="https://instagram.com/tiffanyleighid/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">instagram</span></a>, then you know that my apartment is no longer empty and that I'm settling in quite nicely, but I wanted to share some quick snaps of the place before I had all my things moved in, and before I painted every wall, ceiling, trim, door, etc. to give a full idea of what it looked like in the beginning. It's hard to tell in the pictures, but the walls were a light tan colour and the trim was a yellowy-cream.</div>
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^ Here is another view of the family room with a peek into the dining nook. Some of my furniture is sneaking its way in by this point. Here you can see the charm of the rads, and more moulding details. There is a big spot on the original wood floors, but luckily my area rug covers it now. This also gives you a better idea of the dingy wall and ceiling colour. The small kitchen is behind the wall to the right of the photo.</div>
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^The bedroom, which is surprisingly big! Sadly I had to sleep on the sofa for 5 nights until my new mattress got delivered. Well worth it to have a queen bed though!</div>
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^Good news! The closet is a great size! Not as big as the<a href="http://tiffanyleighinteriordesign.blogspot.ca/2014/05/my-walk-in-closet-makeover-reveal.html" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #ea9999;">lovely walk-in</span></a> at my old studio apartment, but still a huge amount of storage (there is a big shelf on the left side that you can't really see here) and nicely set up with a closet organizer. </div>
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^The dining nook, which is a great size. It's open to the kitchen. M. was filming a cover video here that day, which explains all of the music gear. You can check it out on his youtube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/marshalljacklin" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;">here</span></a>.</div>
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Hi my loves! I'm so sorry for my extended blogging absences lately. I've been so swamped with school, working, completing an internship, and writing my thesis that it leaves very little time to blog. Now, add moving to that list!!<br />
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Yes, that's right, I'm leaving my current student housing sitch for a big girl one-bedroom apartment. <br />
I'm feeling a bit sad to leave this little studio apartment that has brought me so much inspiration and opportunities over the past 2.5 years. But it's time for me to move on to a place all my own, a lovely charm filled one bedroom apartment located downtown Toronto that I can't wait to show you all! This also means a blank slate for new decorating (aka lots of new blogging material!). Not to mention no one else's dirty dishes in the sink. I am so excited about this next chapter and to get back into the blogging swing of things over the next few months.<br />
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To celebrate, I just bought myself my first housewarming gift, a gorgeous vintage gilt framed mirror that I cannot wait to hang up in a very special spot (stay tuned!).<br />
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I especially love the shell details on my mirror. This is a motif made popular during the Rococo era.<br />
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I will be fully moved in by April 1st, but in the meantime, enjoy some gilt mirror goodness that is serving up some MAJOR inspiration for the new space!<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-19997728428887764422015-02-27T07:23:00.001-05:002015-03-01T15:41:57.018-05:00Selling: Tiffany Leigh Original Abstract Art<div style="text-align: center;">
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UPDATE: Both paintings are sold. Thank you so much for everyone who e-mailed me with interest in purchasing my work. If you are still interested, I will be taking on custom paintings this summer. Please e-mail me and I will add your name to a list. <br />
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Hi loves! In an effort for a bit of a decor switch up, I'm letting go of some of my current apartment swag, including this huge original piece painted by yours truly. This painting is probably my most complimented/asked about/emailed about piece in my entire space, and now it can be yours! The piece measures 24"x48" and was featured on The Everygirl! I thought about keeping it for myself, but can't bear the thought of it in storage!</div>
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I'm asking $275 for the piece. This includes shipping within Canada or the US (does not include any duty/brokerage fees that may occur at border). Shipping a piece this big is expensive, so this is a great deal, especially for the size.</div>
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Please e-mail me at tiffanyleighinteriordesign@gmail.com if interested! First come, first serve.</div>
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Now that I have a grown up job and am almost done school, I'm slowly building up a more sophisticated wardrobe consisting of timeless, quality pieces. A classic cream wool jacket paired with black is an effortlessly chic look on a chilly and windy day. Also, I cut my hair! Inspired by the lobs of Lauren Conrad and Lucy Hale, I decided to change things up and donate my hair to the Canadian Cancer Foundation. I am loving the new 'do!</div>
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Happy New Year loves! I can't wait to see what 2015 has in store for us.</div>
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Merry Christmas to all of my wonderful friends here in the blogging world. I am so lucky for your constant support and encouragement! 2014 has truly been a wonderful and busy year, and although I haven't been able to blog as much as I would have liked the past few months, I wouldn't trade it for the world! May you all be blessed, happy and healthy this holiday season and in the upcoming year.<br />
So much love,<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-85933576613390766822014-12-15T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-15T08:00:02.434-05:00This Year's Christmas Decor<div style="text-align: center;">
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This is probably my last Christmas in my little student housing rental. Apartment hunting for my own place begins in the new year! I'm okay staying where I am until June when I graduate, but if something great comes up closer to downtown where I'm now working, I won't say no. </div>
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The design direction of my new place is definitely going to be less feminine and more sophisticated. I can't wait for a new slate (and my own kitchen)! In the mean time, I'm still loving my girl glam decor and played it up with my Christmas decorations for a sparkly, pastel Holiday!</div>
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-55413265389922558032014-12-09T10:43:00.000-05:002014-12-09T11:14:09.565-05:00Sarah and Tommy's Gingerbread House: Last Day to Bid<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hi Everyone! <br />
Today I'm sharing an exciting project that I worked on in collaboration with the talented <a href="http://www.sarahrichardsondesign.com/"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Sarah Richardson</span></a> and <a href="http://www.sarahrichardsondesign.com/design-team/tommy-smythe"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Tommy Smythe</span></a>. The design duo partnered with the <a href="http://www.cafdn.org/gingerbread#!prettyPhoto"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Children's Aid Foundation</span></a> and Raghuram Addagada, executive chef at the <a href="http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Toronto/Default.htm"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Ritz-Carlton Toronto</span></a>, to create one masterpiece of a gingerbread house! I sat down with Sarah and Tommy, who explained their design ideas in detail. I then translated the design into some sketches which were given to the chef in order to build the house. </div>
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Here is the final result - it turned out so lovely! The dough has even been dyed in Sarah's signature watery palette. The back of the house is open like a dollhouse, showcasing some holiday inspired interior design.</div>
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The gingerbread house is being auctioned off and today is the last day to bid! The best part is that all proceeds go towards the Children's Aid Foundation, which helps children who have experienced abuse or neglect. The winner will also receive my sketches. This was such a fun project to be included on. Happy Bidding! <a href="http://www.cafdn.org/auction/"><span style="color: #ea9999;">Click here to go to the auction</span></a>!</div>
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First and foremost, Happy Thanksgiving to all of my lovely U.S. readers! Today I am serving up the chicest gift guide around, made up of my favourite combination of black, white and gold. The lack of prominent colour means timeless charm and universal appeal for everyone on you hard-to-buy-for list. I'm especially loving<span style="color: #ea9999;"> </span><a href="http://rstyle.me/~3ezxW"><span style="color: #ea9999;">this moto jacket</span></a>, which is on sale right now for under $90! A <a href="http://rstyle.me/~3eyao"><span style="color: #ea9999;">new planner</span></a> is also a great gift idea, perfect for keeping track of all those New Year's goals!<br />
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Whoever said this combo couldn't be festive?!<br />
Are you done all of your shopping yet? Less than a month to go!<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-73079382769954432272014-11-13T11:04:00.001-05:002014-11-13T11:04:44.044-05:00Cobalt Blue<div style="text-align: center;">
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I snagged 8 of these cobalt blue bowls (for free!) yesterday and I am just loving the rich hue. So sexy.<br />
It adds the perfect splash of colour to my bar cart :)<br /><br />Have you picked up any little finds lately that make you smile?<br />xox<br />
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Tiffany Leighhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11771552252518194811noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1879558350859399781.post-87676857484663012462014-11-03T08:00:00.000-05:002014-11-03T08:00:15.804-05:00My New Job - Sarah Richardson Design<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hi my loves. You may be wondering why I have been blogging so little lately, and I felt I owe you all an explanation. If you follow me on <a href="http://instagram.com/tiffanyleighid"><span style="color: #ea9999;">instagram</span></a>, then you might have already picked up on this.<br />
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I recently started a new {absolute dream} job, working as a junior designer for one of my biggest career influencers and role models, Sarah Richardson. I still can't believe it! When I first moved to this city just over 2 years ago, I dreamed of something like this happening, but did not actually believe it to be possible. I have been watching Sarah's shows for as long as I can remember, and now to be a part of her fantastic team and learning the ins-and-outs of the business from people who I respect and admire so much is such a dream true. Every day is a new adventure and I wake up happy and excited to head to work.<br />
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I am still also doing school full time until June, so between the new job and school I don't have much time for blogging at the moment. After Christmas my course load lightens up a bit and I should be able to resume a more consistent blogging schedule. I hope that you will bear with me until then! In the meantime, I will continue to post whenever I get a chance!</div>
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Sarah and her team have been responsible for some of my very favourite rooms, including <a href="http://houseandhome.com/design/photo-gallery-sarah-richardson-designs?page=14"><span style="color: #ea9999;">this one</span></a> which I just had to draw. The warm colors were calling my name on a chilly October day last week. It was such an honor when Sarah shared this rendering on her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sarahrichardson.design/photos/a.117834308274435.17207.103339129723953/800156893375503/?type=1&theater"><span style="color: #ea9999;">facebook</span></a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/p/u3EgDpJLq_/?modal=true"><span style="color: #ea9999;">instagram</span></a> over the weekend!</div>
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I'm so excited for Sarah's new book, <span style="color: #ea9999;"><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/147678437X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=390961&creativeASIN=147678437X&linkCode=as2&tag=tiffleiginted-20">Sarah Style</a></span>, where she shares her tips and tricks with all of us, and you can see this and many more gorgeous rooms. Did you get your copy yet? If not,<span style="color: #ea9999;"> <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/147678437X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=390961&creativeASIN=147678437X&linkCode=as2&tag=tiffleiginted-20">click here to get your copy of Sarah Style today! </a></span><br />
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