Decor inspiration: Oversized pendant lights...

I know that many women favor fashion and especially their jewelry. We have that one go-to necklace or bracelet that is our statement piece; the one item that can transform a basic outfit into an assemble with the "wow" factor. In home decor, especially in the kitchen, I think oversized pendant lighting is the icing the cake, the dazzling cocktail ring that completes the look.... and while I usually favor a glittering chandelier adorned with crystals, I'm also drawn to the rustic and industrial simplicity of a pendant light. Here a few of my favorites and I hope you find some inspiration to stir up a new look in your kitchen! xoxo - jennifer bianca

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Casetta Bianca out of the house and on location....

Exciting new things are happening with my company! My passion for design consulting and decorating is expanding; I've now added set design and styling to the docket. I'm working with local photographers to create fun and inspired sets that exude whimsy and personality. I absolutely love this new venture because it feeds my constant hunger to decorate, style, and share my ideas of what I find beautiful and enlivening. The pictures below are the sets I styled for two different photo shoots with a very talented photographer, Liz Kane-Blanco. Her fresh take on life and enthusiam for what she does comes through the lense and into every one of her pictures. For more of her work visit her Facebook page, Liz Kane-Blanco Photography or her website at www.lizkaneblanco.com. 
I hope you enjoy these little bits of lovely... xoxo - jennifer bianca



Treasure hunting...

Yes, I am a pirate. I've always been one. Treasure hunting has been a part of my life ever since the time I was 8 years old, roaming antique stores in search of old baubles, perfume bottles, and tea cups to add to my collection. I'm one to gravitate towards things that possess years and time because I know they hold a story. I love to sit and wonder who had these treasures before me and curiously think what their life may have been like... (sigh) Well enough romanticizing, here are a few of my favorite new finds! xoxo - jennifer

Antique trunk circa 1920 that I gray washed and is now my new coffee table in the family room.

Vintage 1960's french inspired headboard with cane and floral details...

1940's mirrored tray that adorns my antique trunk turned coffee table.

Cookie enjoying a bit of sunlight in the family room.

Stopping to smell the roses...

Hello? Is this thing still on?? My poor blog has been abandoned for over 8 months and needs some TLC. Life has been bustling with so many wonderful things that I've not taken a moment to update. While I am not one to "pin"  I have been keeping up on my Instagram account and want to thank those who are following me. It's most convenient to share snippets of my life and daily inspiration on Instagram, but my goal is to steadily keep my blog on track! We've recently ushered in a new year that I feel, without reservation, has endless possibilities. I've always been a firm believer in "stopping to smell the roses" and I've taken time to do just that... These are the things in my life that I savore and cherish: my family, the scent of the roses in my garden, and a good glass of champagne. I hope your 2013 is starting off on a happy, healthy, and positive note! xoxo - jennifer

 

My daughter, Sienna, ready to ring in the New Year!

Cheers to life!

Enjoying coffee, roses from my garden, my son, Ronan, and our cheeful shih tzu, Cookie.

My house is teeming with roses, love putting them in every nook and cranny!

My son, Ronan. Shorts in December...that's a lovely thing!

My daughter, Sienna.

Capturing the morning light spilling into my living room.

Indoor flooring options.. go brick!

I've always loved the rustic, industrial, and nostalgic qualities clay brick brings to a home. It lays a warm welcome up a circular driveway and an inviting walkway to the front door. Exposed brick walls are one of my favorite design elements because they work well with so many different color palettes and decor styles. So why not give brick a go in the indoor flooring department? It's durable, low maintenance and looks incredible. They fit perfectly in a kitchen, an entryway, foyer, office, sun room, living room, you name it! As I sipped my morning java, I pulled up my favorite search engine to do a little research. Every picture I found was better than the next. All photos courtesy of google image search: indoor brick flooring. xoxo- jennifer bianca

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While I enjoy blogging, it takes a certain amount of free time that a mother of two isn't privy to very often. I dream of a day when the kids are older and I can curl up in a cushy home office space of my own to spill over decor pictures and blog my little heart out. Until then.. I instagram. It's a photo sharing app available on iphone, ipads, and a few other tablet and smart phone devices. I update my feed daily with picture of projects, my decor, inspiration, food, and generally anything I fancy in life. While I will continue to blog, keep up to date with me @casettabianca on Instagram! Happy Decorating! -xoxo jennifer bianca

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A fresh take on toile...

When it comes to home decor and your personal sanctuary one must follow the words of Shakespeare, "to thine own self be true." While branching out a bit in design will help your style look fresh, don't stray too far from your personality or you'll find yourself never being truly happy with your space. Toile print is one of those love it or leave it accents for most and through the years I've continued to be a huge fan. My next project will be to find the perfect gray and white toile wallpaper for my dining room. Below are a few pictures I like because the toile is used in a non traditional and chic way. What style elements are must haves in your home? xoxo - jennifer bianca

beautiful pink and orange...

mixing toile done just right!

rustic and warm..

I love the use of toile wallpaper on the ceiling.

I'm searching for a print such as this for my dining room.

cozy and romantic...

so parisian..so chic...