House Number Plaque Give Away

Highlander Style

Classic Enamel Signs- Handcrafted by Ramsign

Danish sign maker Ramsign is generously offering the readers of Ispirato Design blog a chance to win a personalized house number plaque. The winner of this give away will be able to choose one of five different designs and up to five digits. 

Metropolitan Style

The blue porcelain enamel house numbers and name plaques are often referred to as "french house signs". I just love these!

Visit Ramsign to see all of their handcrafted products.

Engelhardt Style

Though the blue and white Metropolitan style is my favorite, I would probably choose the understated Engelhardt style for my own home.

Highlander Style

There are five styles to choose from-

Which is your favorite?

Engelhardt Style

Metropolitan Style

Arrowhead Style

Lighthouse Style

To Enter :

Be a follower of this blog and leave a comment at the end of this post telling me that you are.

For a second entry:

Visit Ramsign. Come back and in a second comment, tell me what your favorite style is.

For a third entry:

Tweet or post about this give away and leave me a third comment letting me know that you did. Be sure to include this link: 

http://ispiratodesign.blogspot.com/2011/08/house-number-plaque-give-away.html

I'll choose a winner August 31st via random.org

(I'll be choosing a random number for this give away so be sure to leave separate comments for each entry.) Also, be sure that your comment links to your email or leave me an email address in your comment. 

Ramsign will be notifying the winner to make arrangements. 

Shipping is free and the Give Away is open to readers worldwide!

Thank you to the folks at Ramsign- Good luck!

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

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Today's Monday Mix: Hats and Decor

Of all of the Monday Mixes that I've done, Hats and Decor was the easiest to find images for. Designers and design enthusiast alike are using hats displayed on walls, piled on tables, singularly as focal points and even as light fixtures to compliment the decor of their interiors. 

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This space is my favorite. I just love the smokey charcoal color on the walls, the organic shaped bowls and the neutral tones of the hat pile.  Such a pretty vignette!

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A column of hats- what a clever display!

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This is obviously staged but I do like the idea of converting a top hat into a pendant light. It could be pretty fun in the right place ...like the Mr.'s closet!

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You have to store them somewhere- why not make them part of the decorating scheme!

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Must be a pretty special hat! ;)

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If you have a photo of  "a fashion and decor mix" that you would like to have featured, just email it to me. I would love to include it- I've had some great ones in the past. michellesamoraj@gmail.com 

Speaking of the past- to check out other Monday Mixes click on these links:

Shoes and Decor

Tote Bags and Decor

Jewelry and Decor

Silk Scarves and Decor

Dresses and Decor

Umbrellas and Decor
Hats and Decor

 I have a Pet Portrait Give Away going on HERE

and I will be announcing another very cool give away on Wednesday- don't miss it!

Sooo French- A House Tour!

When I toured this house- visually, not actually, I think I fell into a dream state of mind. It's one of those spaces where there is so much to look at- so much ornamentation and inspiration! You may want to grab a glass of wine, a plate of grapes and cheese and tear the end off from a baguette.

Relax and enjoy!

All Photos by Gilles Trillard

Formally a barn- that is true, but this is a house- not a french boutique -not an antique shop!

Dreamy isn't it?

Could you live here? or is it too much of a good thing?

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

Back to business. I've been away with my family to a place where the worlds greatest designer surely made his mark! Where, you ask? Chateaugay Lake- the most northern lake in the Adirondacks. 

Nine days with no cell phones, TV, radio, or internet-
It is our Heaven on earth! 

Last Monday I skipped the Monday Mix because I was guest posting at the Vintique Object. I hope you had a chance to visit Camille's blog and check that out. My little guy was quite proud that his bedroom was featured on a blog!

Today's Monday Mix: Umbrellas and Decor

Brooklyn Limestone Blog

Perfect! 

Umbrellas in rain boots -though I don't believe they are actual boots. Even so, it adds a little whimsy in this entryway.

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As a young teen, I also used painted, paper umbrellas to decorate my bedroom. This brings back memories!

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A collection of black umbrellas fits right in with the black and white color scheme.

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Of course umbrellas make great decorations for bridal showers.

Little Green Notebook

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Do you remember these umbrellas? They were all the rage when I was in elementary school!

Created by Hans van Benthem;
Photo by Masumi Shishid
The reflection in the mirror is awesome!

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I'm actually inspired by this photo. I have two galvanized tubs that I use for drinks on the deck- I think I will spruce them up a bit.

I don't know what the event is but I bet that artists are involved. 

Pretty artsy don't you think? I love it!

Now, I want to show you some more amazing photos of open umbrellas used outdoors for decoration. 

How gorgeous is this? ...and where do you even find such beautiful umbrellas?! 

I love the black and white striped umbrella in the foreground.

Another fun and whimsical display.

Maddycakes Muse

The shadows that these umbrellas cast are equally as beautiful and interesting as the actual umbrella display.

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Maddycakes Muse

The umbrellas sure brighten up this very, umm, can I say ugly space?

Isn't it amazing what color does? 

Maddycakes Muse

Like a cloud, but not a rain cloud. 

Just an enormous, ethereal chandelier seemingly floating in midair!

I'll never look at umbrellas the same way again :)