WINNER of Giveaway #5

We have a winner today – for DSG’s Giveaway #5.  We had a great turnout in comments and Random.org picked #31 for us! Congratulations makeart for winning $20 of artwork with free shipping from Diane Clancy! **again – please note. I apologize to those who were disqualified from the giveaway. Several comments had be deleted before the winning number was chosen because they did not follow the entry rules. Please be sure to always read “How...

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Pretty Pottery

I collect pottery and can always find beautiful pieces from Design Style Guide potters. As a quilter I may be partial to artwork that is also functional, but that's one of the things I love about pottery: I can indulge my collector's whims even while obtaining useful tableware. Here's a small sampling of the pottery offered by Design Style Guide members. Click any link to see a detailed description of the piece, or to make a purchase. Happy...

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Get this Look for Less...

This photo, originally found at Traditional Home, is a gorgeous living room created by Tom Stringer. It provides a great example of what to do with a large wall not only in a living room but in any room. Here is what the designer had to say about it: Get a grid“Deciding what kind of art is right for the big wall behind the sofa is an easy problem to resolve when you remember that there’s power in numbers. Groups of similar images in matched frames...

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The Always Inspiring Butterfly

Few living things have such a transformation into a lovely being as a butterfly. Many artists draw inspiration from them and bring them into their work. Here are some of the lovelies that the Design Style Guide members have created: The Rustic Butterfly Bowl is actually crafted by Inspired by Nature from a gourd! How is that for reusing nature in a beautiful way! The Flanged Decorative Pillow in Black and White Floral and Butterflies by Pillow Throw...

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Saffron - A touch of exotic color

Saffron is one of my favorite color trends for this year. It adds a touch of warm color as the days grow shorter. I also like the exotic touch it adds, reminiscent of the beautiful fabrics (and food) of India. Here are a few selections from the Design Style Guide on Etsy that will bring this warm and exotic touch of color to your living areas. Pattyabaker's beautiful giclee print of poppies on a saffron yellow background is a stunner. You can find...

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Dairy Country

My husband and I just got back from a lovely getaway into Dairy Country – Tillamook, Oregon! So of course, as cheese and wine, ice cream and fresh dairy butter where on my mind, I found some wonderful items on Design Style Guide that represents the Dairy country! I found cheese servers, cow and grape artwork, wine goblets, a butter keeper, cute farm signs and even candles that smell like the ice cream flavors offered at Tillamook Cheese Factory!...

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Stephanie Amos - Pottery and Paintings

I love this black and white bowl, perfect for anywhere!These 3 green bowls are food, dishwasher, and microwave safe, so you could find decorative as well as functional uses for these wonderful pieces.This black and white abstract would be a great piece for just about any room.This has to be one of my favorites, a red and black pottery vase that would look great in many contemporary settings.This soap dish would look great in my bath, how about yours?Here...

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One-of-a-Kind Finds

Reverting back to form, I'm going to talk about wood this month. I work with wood on a daily basis. I understand wood far better than pottery or sewing or stained glass. I'm most comfortable discussing this wonderful natural material, so that's what you're getting from me this time.I decided to pick out a few items that are true one-of-a-kind finds. No matter how many of these a particular artist might make, no two could ever be alike due to the...

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Tuscan Style

A peak at my library card records will tell you that lately I've been obsessed with Tuscan furniture and home decor. The warm earthy colors and comfortable furnishings are appealing.Here are some Tuscan style decor finds from Design Style Guide:TileSmile's Joy Tile makes me happy.Lana Dashevsky's Poppy Field Italy, 8x12 Original Signed Photo gives a child's eye view of the Italian countryside.I just love floor cloths and Step On It Art's Tuscan Tile...

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Giveaway #5 featuring Diane Clancy

  NOTE: all photos © Diane Clancy – please do not copy or reproduce in any way Diane has been one of my favorite artists for a long time. I often have contact with her on teams and have watched her beautiful work develop and I am amazed at her unique creations. I’m pleased to introduce her to you today! She is our featured Design Style Guide artist for Giveaway # 5! Diane says she: “creates vibrant paintings that feature color and vision....

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Stylize with Stylish Stems

Fall is here! One of my favorite seasons of the year. I fell in love with the beautiful floral arrangements and fun Halloween pieces made by Toni of Stylish Stems. I'm sure you will too!October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Toni is donating 10% of each purchase to the Susan G. Komen research fund for the entire month of October. What a great way to support a good cause.To find out more about Toni and Stylish Stems, visit her blog at http://stylishstemsbytp.blogspot.com/and...

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Good Morning Glory - by Light and Reflection

1. Abstract Sunrise by Patty Baker Original2. Twins - Original Photo Print of Morning Glory by Yankeesgirl Watercolors and Photography3. Tropical Sunset by For Quilts Sake4. Autumn Field 524 by Quilted Vermont5. Morning Glories by Light and Reflection6. Poppy Field by Dream Gallery7. Yellow Swallowtail by Everything Dear8. Tile Mirror with Morning Glories and Grasshopper by Celestial Swan Designs9. Handmademade Bird Bath, glass and copper,...

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Fabulous Browns

When it comes to Interior Design, I can't resist browns! They are rich, warm and comforting!I wanted to share with you a few items from our wonderful Design Style Guide artists. Coiled Gourd Cyclone Bowl by midnightcoilerThe dyed pine needles are added one by one and then stiched to the coil belowwith Irish waxed linen.Floral Fields 22x22 Accent Pillow by houseofpeltierOne of a kind accent pillow made of Damask linen fabric.Owl Switchplate by rathina...

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Hip Autumn Home Decor

Spice up your home decor with warm, Autumn hues. The designers at Design Style Guide are busy creating everything from ottomans to tablecloths to compliment a glowing fire in the fireplace and ruddy leaves drifting down outside your window.This gorgeous contemporary ottoman from Observatory Place has an aspen base and a plushy cushion covered in orange corduroy and brown hemp. Perfect for putting your feet up by the fire.Accent pillows are a good...

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