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Check out my interview with HGTV designer Martin Amado!

Posted by Mr Wong at 2:40 PM 0

I always like it when I get to ask the experts design questions that seem basic enough, but we tend to forget. They always leave me saying "ohhhh yeahh..." Well I was offered the opportunity to ask Martin a few questions and came up with a few that either I always seem to need help with or that I get a lot from readers. Here are my questions...

1. For those who love to rearrange and change things around in their home a lot, what’s the most cost efficient way to “change” up your décor? In other words, what décor change gets you the most bang for your buck?

2. If one can only make one purchase or change to improve the eco-friendliness or green rating of their home, what singular purchase/installment would you suggest?

3. What is the most valuable lesson learned from a renovation/redecorating “mistake” you made in the beginning of your career that others can learn from?

4. This is one I get a lot - a young family moves into an old home with great original architectural elements – for example – dark wood paneling, floors, and molding. If painting or altering the wood in anyway is 100% out of the question, what design tips and tricks do you suggest for adding some youth, funk, style, and modern flair? How do you lighten up the space and “ungrannify” it with decorating elements other than paint?

Watch to hear me ask Martin these questions and to hear his really great answers:

Thanks again to Martin for his wise words of wisdom! To see some of Martin's fab work or to learn more about him, go to his website.

And the winner of the Bamboo Dry Erase board is.....

Posted by Mr Wong at 9:15 AM 0

Jacqueline! Congrats - I'm super jealous because I think this prize is awesome! The winnner was selected at random by the Random number generator.

Jacqueline - contact me with your shipping address at ashley@decorologyblog.com so we can get you your prize.

Thanks to all for participating!

I have a coupon code for you for adorable decor and accessories from Delight.com!

Posted by Mr Wong at 5:08 AM 0

If you haven't checked out Delight.com you should head over if you're in the market for cute, modern home decor and accessories. They sent me an email the other day with a promotion:

"Use code ALittleBribe to trigger a 10% discount on any order of $50 or more! And if your order is $100 or more you automatically get free Continental US ground shipping."

Here are some of my current favs. on the site -

Pantone storage containers - $24.50/ea
Silver Honey Bee honey pot - $42.50
Paper pot - $38.50
Cheese Knife set (I got these for my sister for xmas!) - $22.50

Probably my favorite item is the Koi pitcher - I'd love two in colbalt or light blue: $42.50/ea
Self-watering plant pot: $14.50
Silicone drying mat: $18.50

These Pomaireware pigs are so cute! Handcrafted in Pomaire, Chile
Salt pig: $24.50
Salsa dish: $22.5o
Salt & pepper shakers: $19.50

See anything you like here or at delight?

Cute Etsy handmade housewares

Posted by Mr Wong at 11:13 AM 0

One reason I love etsy is A- I'm supporting other artists and freelancers, and B - they make buying eco-friendly affordable. Here's a handful of cute stuff I found today.

These well-designed, adorable burlap bags are from designs Maya made

I love these fabrics! Made by Bagel Creations

One can never have enough catch-all's
From annebvinyl

These funky bowls are made from recycled vinyl records. I think they'd look really good in a group of three on a table or counter in a modern-style home.
From Coleraine Creations

My new favorite accessories at Viva Terra

Posted by Mr Wong at 9:35 AM 0

For those of you who aren't familiar with Viva Terra, it's a furniture and lifestyle catalog that sells eco goods.

This whole image is gorgeous but the lotus chandelier is exquisite

I love this bedding!

This driftwood planter would be a good DIY project.

Aren't these the cutest robes?!

20% Discount for Decorology readers

Posted by Mr Wong at 8:56 AM 0

Happy Friday everyone. Kristina from bakasartysta has been kind enought to offer a 20% through the month of may. Enter the code "DECORMAY" in the message to seller when purchasing from her etsy shop. She will then send you a refund through paypal for the discounted amount. This offer will be good for the entire month of May.

Lots of cute eco-friendly housewares and jewelry!

Click here to see more - Bakasartysta Etsy Shop

Lovely eco-goodies for spring decorating - from Olive and Myrtle

Posted by Mr Wong at 7:30 AM 0

For you this morning- some sustainable, eco-friendly goodies for your nest. It's Spring, and while you're cleaning your home, consider replacing worn out items with products also "clean" for the earth. This stuff is truly adorable. Many of the products you see here - from Olive & Myrtle- don't cost any more than what you'd pay at Bed Bath and Beyond! They also feature a lot from Perch, a ceramic studio right here in Brooklyn.

My favorite Perch piece!

These stacking baskets are only $14!

More Perch prettiness!

Simple and Elegant goodies for your home

Posted by Mr Wong at 9:25 AM 0

One of my fav. magazines featured a vase I just had to have so I did a little snooping to find out where I could get my hands on one. I eventually found it on ALSO Home, and way too many other things that I really really want!