The Great Poppin Giveaway!

You know I love color.  I'm all about making it pop, and when I came across Poppin I have to admit, I kind of freaked out.  I mean, who knew office supplies could be so cool and colorful?!  I have a few of my favorite Poppin pieces in the office today to give away to you.  And I'm not doing just one giveaway from Poppin, this week I am giving away TWO bundles of Poppin accessories to brighten your home office.



Once lucky winner will win this absolutely adorable pink bundle.



And if teal is your color, check out the blue bundle that will go to the second winner.

Each bundle comes with a tape dispenser, soft cover notebook, ruler, and a pack of signature ballpoint pens.  So, what in the world can you do to win?  Simply leave a comment below with your first initial and last name, and let me know how you would use these poppy desk accessories to brighten your office.  You have until Friday December 2nd at 11:59 pm EST to enter.  TWO lucky winners will be chosen on Monday, December 5th.  Good luck!

{Image via Poppin}

AphroChic's Cyber Monday Sale!

The Christmas music has been blaring at our house. I'm totally ready to get the tree up, and start wrapping some gifts. And I have a little something special for all of you that read the blog. We are having a 3-day Cyber Monday sale on all products in the shop.  Just use code ACHOLIDAY to save 15% off your order at checkout.  The sale ends on November 30th, so get shopping.  Enjoy!

{Melanie Acevedo for AphroChic}

Thom Filicia Transforms Radio City Music Hall

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I love Thom Filicia, Radio City Music Hall, and everything Christmas, so I was super-excited to write today's post.  Above is an exclusive sneak peek at Radio City Holiday.  Designer Thom Filicia has been given carte blanche to transform one of America's most iconic halls with a holiday makeover.



On Thanksgiving night, after you stuff yourself with turkey and lots of other goodies, sit back and tune in to HGTV.  You will be able to watch as Thom transforms the Grand Lobby and Grand Lounge at Radio City into a winter wonderland.  Dramatic crystal trees will hang from the ceiling, metallic draperies will be put into place, and diamond-shaped wreaths will all be apart of the magical makeover.




Radio City Holiday premiers on HGTV at 9pm ET/PT on Thursday night.  I hope you enjoy it.  I can't wait!

P.S. - I'm traveling to visit family this week for the holiday so I'll be away from the blog, but will be back next week with some fantastic holiday giveaways!


{Video and images furnished by HGTV}

Catch "Sexy Afro Glam" on Secrets From A Stylist

You may remember that earlier this fall I mentioned that our The Vibe wallpaper would be on an episode of HGTV's Secrets From A Stylist.  Host Emily Henderson is one of our favorite designers, and also an amazing blog friend (love her!).  Over the summer she inquired about our wallpaper for an upcoming episode of the show, and we were thrilled!

The episode is now available for you to watch on HGTV.com.  Click here, and scroll through to view the final episode, "Sexy Afro Glam".  Emily's work is going to knock your socks off!

Original Art: Cate Parr

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Born and educated in England, and now living in Los Angeles, CA, the global influence in illustrator Cate Parr's work shines through.  Her watercolors featuring beautiful women from around the world are soulful and striking.  Each piece contains a beautiful melange of colors and details to fall in love with.


{Aishwarya}

For me, inspiration comes from many places ~ Ealing Studios, French and Italian Cinema, couture design, along with music, photography, theatre and dance. Here at my Etsy shop my goal is to offer a diverse selection of affordable original art and prints. - Cate Parr


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Cate has definitely fulfilled her goal in providing diverse and affordable illustrations.  Check out her Etsy shop for beautiful pieces that start at just $35.

Modern China at Andrew Tanner Design

I was so excited to meet UK designer Andrew Tanner in person at Maison et Objet this fall.  I have admired his collection of of modern British china for sometime.  Andrew's work is a testament to something I find exciting in design, the integration of the modern and the traditional.  Using traditional manufacturing processes, Andrew has developed some of the most modern tableware around, creating items like his Silhouette Wallplate Collection and his Sayings In Stitch mug collection.


{Chintz Where}


{Sayings in Stitch}


{The Art of Entertaining}


{Silhouette Wallplate Collection}

I have to tell you that Andrew gave me the most wonderful gift when we met - my very own Chin Wag mug.  It was the perfect way to celebrate us meeting in person, and I got to take a bit of English culture home with me.  You can shop for your very own Andrew Tanner piece to bring home right here.  Enjoy!

{Andrew Tanner photo taken by me}

Bright and Beautiful Quilts at Attiser

 

Bright, beautiful and oh-so-comfy (they really are, I have the Seaside Savvy Quilt above and it's perfection), I love these handmade quilts from online boutique Attiser.  Traditional Indian block printing techniques, meet modern color palettes and designs in this cozy bedding collection.  With wintry weather soon approaching I would love to get one in each color.


{Sage Midori Handmade Quilt}


{Sweet Nothings Handmade Quilt}


{Amethyst Amore Handmade Quilt}

If you would like to bring some modern Indian textiles home, visit Attiser for quilts, duvets, pillows and more.

Original Art: Leigh Viner

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I absolutely love everything Leigh Viner creates.  One of my favorite illustrators, her pieces featuring chic, fashion-savvy women are absolutely gorgeous.  I've featured Leigh on the blog before, and here are some new pieces that I am absolutely in love with.


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You can view more of Leigh's beautiful work on etsy.  Enjoy!

Creating A Gallery Wall on HGTV Design Happens

Source: discophile.tumblr.com via Jeanine on Pinterest

Today I am over at HGTV Design Happens sharing some tips on creating a beautiful gallery wall.  Check out the post and leave a comment.  I'd love to know if you've created your own gallery wall at home.

EditorTV: What's New, What's Next In Color

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A couple of months ago I attended an event at the New York Design Center, What's New What's Next.  It was a great celebration about what's new in the New York interior design scene.  While there, I ran into Julia Noran from one of my favorite sites, Editor At Large.  Julia invited me to take part in a little interview on what's new, what's next in color.  You can click here to view me and some amazing designers discussing the latest color trends.



You can also read my latest blog post on Stylelist Home all about What's New What's Next and some of the insights I gained from the event.

Enjoy!

Original Art: Daphne van den Heuvel

I spotted the work of illustrator Daphne van den Heuvel on Pinterest a few days ago.  I adore her 2011 series: I Love Stripes.   Featuring chic girls in stripy tops and dresses, this a collection of fashion illustrations I'd love to hang on the wall.



Daphne also sells prints of her illustrations.  You can contact her directly to get your own chic piece of art.  Oh, and just a note, these would make a perfect holiday gift for the stripe-lover in your life.

You and Your Decor: Personal Touches At Home

I love an interior with personality, and was struck when I saw these lovely prints in the design portfolio of Tiffany Brooks of You and Your Decor.



Tiffany's philosophy:  Your home should be your haven, which both relaxes and inspires you. Your home should reflect you. 




I think those ideas are truly reflected in her use of custom art pieces like these silhouette prints.  It's little touches like this that make a house home.  Check out more personalized design at You and Your Decor.