love you and a little style for a steal..

Can I say thanks? I can't go..I may be here a little less, but Flourish is such a part of my life I would miss it like crazy. So, you'll have to continue putting up with my take on design, style, my loves and likes..thanks to each and every one of you who contacted me and left a comment, wrote a note.. I'm glad your here, and you're right, I'll go back to doing this for me, and just maybe you'll like it too :)


Now a little look for less, style for a steal..

As a Stella & Dot stylist I am continually amazed at the incredible product we offer for an incredible price. It truly is an affordable luxury..see below-


this labradorite pendant shown above..over $250. Now check out Stella & Dot's Leona Pendant for $108.. It's a gorgeous labradorite stone, and possibly my favorite piece to wear..


How about this ring for $135? How about Stella & Dot's Camilla Ring for $54..

leaf pendant for $935, or Stella & Dot leaf pendant ( gold, $44 ) + delicate ball station chain, $44
and finally, a fabulous good luck charm for oh, $1200..

or Stella & Dot's wishbone charm $18 + 18" delicate chain, $44

LOVE fabulous style at a fabulous price! Please note all Stella & Dot pricing is in Canadian $$..and unfortunately only Canadian shoppers can purchase from my website as linked. IF you are interested in becoming a Stella & Dot stylist and have questions, jut shout.. I can grow my team through Canada, the US and very very soon the UK! x S

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is it time to quit?

When I started blogging, it provided such a creative outlet for me. I posted post after post of things I found inspiring. Then I found out you can make incredible friends through blogging and I was obsessed. My blog took up so much of my time ( probably too much! ) and I loved it. Lately I don't feel like I'm contributing anything interesting..there are so many blogs now, with authors that have exciting and fabulous content. My blog did lead to starting Sarah Swanson Design, so I will be forever grateful for that.. but now that I've added a bigger work load, I don't have the time I used to for visiting my friends blogs. I can remember the days I would wake up in the morning to 30 some comments..wow was that fabulous..now I'm not sure if anybody stops by or cares about what I'm writing. So I'm left with a decision..stay or go?


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bedroom bliss

tufted headboard, textured sheets, a simple palate.. pure goodness

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easy style

you know how much I love easy style-

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I'm not wishing summer away..

Merely preparing myself for the sudden change to winter here in Alberta.


Nah.. I saw it, fell in love with it, and couldn't stop thinking about it..so I knew it was the right winter jacket for me.

I like pieces that will last for at least a few years, that makes it worth a little investment.

This cashmere/ wool blend Cocoon jacket will absolutely be with me for winters to come... when they come. Seriously, no rush.. :)

..from here

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natural accent

I had such a lovely birthday on Friday.. thank you to all of you who took the time to send me a birthday message..made my day! The girls and I had a great afternoon shopping with Grams, a family supper and a great visit with friends.. who brought me this gorgeous twig bowl- isn't it fun?!

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend, x

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hint of pink, bonne fete

I think one of these years I'll totally have to celebrate glitter guide style..

right?!

The girls and I are spoiling ourselves with a long weekend this weekend, just because we can! We're looking forward to spending the day with grams, and having friends join us for a little birthday cheer in the evening..hope you have a wonderful weekend! x

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hint of pink, exactly what I needed to see..

I've been throwing the idea of these shoes around for weeks.. but can't determine whether or not I really will wear pink shoes..this image just pushed me over the edge. Paired with jeans and cozy sweaters, they'll provide me with the perfect finish. ohh..imagine paired with grey or camel... :)

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loving

modern, natural, rustic and completely appealing.

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e design, two finished spaces

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I've had alot of people ask how I do e design. What's the process? Here are two rooms that I just finished for a client who wanted to 'finish' the spaces. She had chosen some wonderful pieces, but was worried about making her spaces too traditional. Well I'm all about a traditional base, so to finish the spaces, I picked out some fabulous details, rearranged the living room and now she can add the pieces at her own pace. I provided her with all the details and sources, why I've chosen the pieces I did, and what they are going to do for the space. She loved the result, and I love that she did too :)

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inspired by

A denim shirt or jacket is on my fall must have list.. now where could I go to wear it like this?!

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hint of pink

Hope you are having a fabulous start to your week!

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loving

As always, I'm loving easy summer style.. great look!

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bought online and saved!

It has taken ages for Undecorate to show up at my local Indigo store. I almost bought it yesterday, but the $47.00 price tag stopped me..I had a peek online last night, and I found it at Indigo for $29.47.. what?! Same store, just online. Then I searched for a promo code, and found if you enter this ( olaug11 ) you can save an extra $5.00! Add your irewards discount, and it's one heck of a deal!

I bought the fun object above and the book, received free shipping and spent less on both than if I would have bought the book at the store.. thanks Indigo, guess I'll be checking your online prices before I buy!

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three things, a little shopping

I found time to visit with a friend just the other day, and we packed up the kiddo's and ventured to the mall for an hour.. I finally bought myself a cute ikat anthropologie bowl..

Found a straw and leather market tote at Club Monaco.. love it. Not sure if it's going to end up in the house, or actually leaving everyday with me..

and my first fall weather purchase..

Happy weekend, x

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weekend

It so perfectly screams fall weekend doesn't it?! Hope yours is wonderful ( and un fall like ;) )x

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my details

I love this little spot..do you have a favorite spot to look at in your home?

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grand

I am a fan of grand.. and holy snap that's just fantastic!

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same furniture, new layout

The sectional that has for the last year or so sat in front of the windows has flipped back to the wall the tv used to be on..the over sized pedestal table has found it's way back to the living room as a side table, I've always loved it this way.

The gallery wall was condensed a bit with the addition of the big mirror, and the frames are waiting for me to order new prints ( one day soon! )

I've always wanted to use the console this way, more frames waiting for photo's...more rearranging pic's to come :)

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vintage luxe for a teenage client

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I've put together a quick design board to give a teenage client ( who has impeccable taste! ) an idea of how I'm envisioning her room.
She started with Benjamin Moore Antiguan Sky, and wants to add in a punch of pink, a bit of vintage, and I'm throwing in a touch of luxe to round it out!

Here are the elements that make up this space

Anthropologie Nimbus Jersey Bedding, gorgeous, and in jersey..so comfy!
Plaid ruffle pillow, West Elm
Ruffle and Rose lumbar, PB teen
Parsons desk, West Elm
Milk glass lamp, Pottery Barn
Pastel Chevron boxes, Zhush
Levange mirror, Ikea
I like either option in the chairs, they both add a great element to the room, Ikea

She has some great artwork for the space, and I think it would be fun to do a little searching for a few more vintage art pieces to finish it off.

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o'verlays

well aren't these O'verlays just an incredible idea! A great way to dress up an Ikea dresser, a vintage piece or that icky old dresser collecting dust.

There are a few different patterns available, sizing to fit some Ikea pieces and of course custom sizing is available too. So happy I stumbled across these this morning at Making it lovely!

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making me happy right now

I've always loved the idea of a lamp in the kitchen. So with the recent changes ( which are coming! ) I added one of the former living room lights to the kitchen. I can't wait for it to get dark to put it on, the soft light at night is fantastic!

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and the winner is..

Congratulations Heather at Interior Groupie! You have a bunch of amazing products on their way to you! x



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collection

Love this. It's crisp, strong and un fussy-

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weekend wishes

I'll stop if you do :)
Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! x

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details, a clients

It's so rewarding walking into a clients space, knowing that they love it, and absolutely knowing how perfect it is for them. I spent the afternoon with a client today, seeing the finished build, and talking about storage solutions for a busy family. I'll keep you up to date with the choices..

( two details today that I just loved too :)

Don't forget to enter the giveaway!

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oh that's good-

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weekend style

perfect for a saturday out-

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