My Top 5 Fav Design Bloggers You Need to Follow!

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Just because Valentine's Day is over doesn't mean we have to stop sharing the love, right?!

So naturally, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share with you five of MY loves - blogger loves to be exact!

All of these amazing ladies motivate me every day and give me tons of inspiration! Let's check them out!

 

JILLIAN HARRIS

I have the biggest design crush on Jillian Harris. I can't deny it. I think she's fabulous. If there is any designer who has conquered social media, it is this girl.

Besides being on HGTV's Love It Or List It Vancouver, she runs an amazing blog filled with eveything from design to lifestyle. Every time I go to Jillian's blog, I get lost in it.

She's currently building a brand new home with her fiancé Justin and has been sharing the building process on her website and social media outlets!! Go check it out!

Want to visit Jillian's blog? Click here!

 

 

EMILY HENDERSON

Emily Henderson is a wizard at mixing electic and modern designs. She owns her own daily blog and design firm called Style by Emily Henderson in Los Angeles. 

Emily is also Target's home spokesperson and a NY Times best seller which is awesome because she can pretty much talk you through any type of design dilemma! 

Her blog is filled with wonderful lifestyle goodies and design treats!

Go check it out here!

 

 

DESIGNLOVEFEST

I go to Bri Emery's blog DesignLoveFest on a regular basis for finding some graphic & interior design inspiration. She offers everything from beautiful photography to online workshops! Also - every Thursday she posts a section called "Dress Your Tech" where you can download free backgrounds for your tech devices and they are STUNNING. Click here if you're interested in seeing them!

Bri recently did a collaboration with Target and has a luggage and travel accessories line that is launching on Target's website this Sunday! Can't wait!

Want to check out Bri's blog? Click here!

 

THAT NORDIC FEELING

You know I couldn't do a post about my favourite bloggers and not include some Scandinavian decor. I LOVE Scandinavian style and Rikke from That Nordic Feeling has a mutual love. Everything she posts is fabulous and I want it all in my life. 

Rikke is a Danish Journalist who lives in Copenhagen - the land of gorgeous Scandinavian design. She also writes about lifestyle and culture so if you're interested in learning about Danish lifestyle, you should definitely check her out!

Want to take a look at Rikke's blog? Click here!

 

 

 

MY SCANDINAVIAN HOME

Niki Brantmark is a London girl living in Sweden and has used her blog to document her love for Scandinavian interiors. She is the author of two books - The Scandanvian Home and Modern Pastoral, so if you're looking for some extra reading material, go check those out!

If you are planning to take a look through Niki's blog, take a look at her posts about her home! Her house is absolutely beautiful and definitely worth a look!!

Want to check out Niki's blog? Click here!

 

Hope you enjoy my design blogger favs!!

Do you have some favourite design bloggers?? Let me know who they are below!

- Meghan

 

Want to work with Meghan? Email her at meghanwinsordesign@gmail.com!

Valentine's Decor Ideas from the Heart

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Think you need something extra to make your Valentine's a little more perfect? Looking for some last minute Valentine's Day decor ideas?

Well you have stumbled onto the right blog because I may be able to help you out!

Below are some quick and easy ways to hearten up your Valentine's Day a wee bit more!

Have any fun cupcake liners hanging around your kitchen?? Fill them with Valentine candy and stick a heart on them! Place them around your house so everybody can have some Valentine's snacks!

Have any fun cupcake liners hanging around your kitchen?? Fill them with Valentine candy and stick a heart on them! Place them around your house so everybody can have some Valentine's snacks!

Easy to make Valentine's Day garland! Staple, fold, staple, fold!

Easy to make Valentine's Day garland! Staple, fold, staple, fold!

Looking for a Valentine's Day table cloth? Why not make your own! Get a plain white table cloth (fabric or plastic) and lay it out flat! Use markers or paint to draw X's & O's on the cloth! It makes for an awesome centrepiece!

Looking for a Valentine's Day table cloth? Why not make your own! Get a plain white table cloth (fabric or plastic) and lay it out flat! Use markers or paint to draw X's & O's on the cloth! It makes for an awesome centrepiece!

Cooking breakfast in bed for your sweetie? Cut out some red hearts and write some love notes on them! Get some tape and stick them to the end of your tea bags - an extra bit of love coming their way!

Cooking breakfast in bed for your sweetie? Cut out some red hearts and write some love notes on them! Get some tape and stick them to the end of your tea bags - an extra bit of love coming their way!

I thought this was a super cute idea for a Valentine's outfit! Cut out some hearts out of paper or felt and punch a whole in the middle on the heart. Place each heart behind a button on your shirt and you've got yourself some Valentine's Day buttons!

I thought this was a super cute idea for a Valentine's outfit! Cut out some hearts out of paper or felt and punch a whole in the middle on the heart. Place each heart behind a button on your shirt and you've got yourself some Valentine's Day buttons!

Here's a quick way to add some lovin' to your hot chocolate! Grab some large marshmallows and chop them in half. Get a sharp knife and cut out a heart in the center of your marshmallow - Place both cut-outs in your hot chocolate and you're good to go

Here's a quick way to add some lovin' to your hot chocolate! Grab some large marshmallows and chop them in half. Get a sharp knife and cut out a heart in the center of your marshmallow - Place both cut-outs in your hot chocolate and you're good to go

I love this idea - it's super cute! Get various sizes of pompoms from the craft store and thread them onto transparent thread or fishing line. Tie a knot at the bottom of each pompom so that they stay in place and hang it in your window

I love this idea - it's super cute! Get various sizes of pompoms from the craft store and thread them onto transparent thread or fishing line. Tie a knot at the bottom of each pompom so that they stay in place and hang it in your window

Hope these decor ideas give you some inspiration! Enjoy!

-MW

 

Want to work with Meghan? Email her at meghanwinsordesign@gmail.com!

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Hexagon Tiles

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Hexagon tiles have been present in design for hundreds of years. Traditionally, hex tiles were used in bathrooms and were usually in patterns of white with black accents. Small 1” wide black and white hexagon tiles in flower patterns have been seen on bathroom floors a very long time. But lately, hexagon tile has increased in popularity and they're not just for flooring anymore. So let’s look at some awesome uses for hex tiles!

Hexagon tiles have made a HUGE impact on backsplash design and if you’re looking to add some texture and life to a neutral kitchen, hex tiles are up for the task! Use a solid colour for the tile and a different colour grout – it creates a beautiful …

Hexagon tiles have made a HUGE impact on backsplash design and if you’re looking to add some texture and life to a neutral kitchen, hex tiles are up for the task! Use a solid colour for the tile and a different colour grout – it creates a beautiful look with lots of contrast.

There is no rule in design that says you can’t mix & match tile in a space. Use a combination of tiles in different shapes and sizes to go with your hex tiles – rectangles, squares, etc!

There is no rule in design that says you can’t mix & match tile in a space. Use a combination of tiles in different shapes and sizes to go with your hex tiles – rectangles, squares, etc!

If you want a touch of colour in your design, then add a few coloured hex tiles into the mix! A few coloured tiles scattered among neutral tiles will make any room come alive! This is a great idea for a children’s bathroom or play area!

If you want a touch of colour in your design, then add a few coloured hex tiles into the mix! A few coloured tiles scattered among neutral tiles will make any room come alive! This is a great idea for a children’s bathroom or play area!

Hexagon tile are not just for bathrooms and kitchens! Use them in hallways, entryways, offices, mudrooms, etc. They create a beautiful look no matter where they are!

Hexagon tile are not just for bathrooms and kitchens! Use them in hallways, entryways, offices, mudrooms, etc. They create a beautiful look no matter where they are!

Why not try mixing hexagons with rectangle or square tiles to create an accent for your space. If you have rectangular tiles in your custom shower, do a section of your shower wall in hex tiles to make a statement! Or use the hexagon tiles as a bord…

Why not try mixing hexagons with rectangle or square tiles to create an accent for your space. If you have rectangular tiles in your custom shower, do a section of your shower wall in hex tiles to make a statement! Or use the hexagon tiles as a border around your square tiles to give the space a classic look!

This classic and charming shape deserves it's place in the spotlight! You can spice up any wall by adding textured or patterned hexagon tiles! 

This classic and charming shape deserves it's place in the spotlight! You can spice up any wall by adding textured or patterned hexagon tiles! 

So are you loving this gorgeous tile?? Let me know in the comments below!

-MW

 

Want to work with Meghan? Email her at meghanwinsordesign@gmail.com!

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