Make a Wish for 2010

Happy New Year ... I hope all your wishes come true!

via BBB flickr group

Thank you to everyone who made 2009 such a spectacular year for Bright, Bold, and Beautiful!

I look forward to making many new friendships in 2010.

Goals for 2010

One of my goals is to make

Bright, Bold, and Beautiful better than ever!

Bold interviews, bright ideas, and beautiful images

to give you inspiration to use in your daily life.

I am excited, so be sure to follow me on this adventure.

I promise not to disappoint you.

via BBB flickr group

What are your Goals and Resolutions for 2010? Rather than making a resolution, and stopping there, write down your goals,

and how you will achieve them.

Post your list on your fridge or bulletin board ~~ somewhere you will see it every day. As I stated in my previous post, put it on the wall. You will never follow through with your goals

if they are stuffed in your drawer.

Organizing Tips

It is almost 2010, and you know what that means...

Time to Get Organized.

I need to see what is important; therefore, using wall space is a must.

If presented in the right way, your organizers

become part of the room's design and decor.

You can't beat the modular daily system from Pottery Barn. Everything at eye level.

I love wire baskets ~~ you can see what is inside!

Create your own inspiration board rather

than putting your ideas in the drawer

{where you will forget about them}

Instead of throwing your ribbon and thread in a box, I love this DIY ribbon organizer to see what you have!

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Apartment Therapy Home Design Blog awards

I hope you are cozy next to the fire sipping on a nice cup of tea...

Don't forget to vote for the Homies presented by Apartment Therapy.

I sure would love to have your vote

for Bright, Bold, and Beautiful here.

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Turquoise: 2010 Color of the Year

I was delighted to hear that Pantone announced

Turquoise as the color of the year for 2010.

I absolutely love beautiful damask wallpaper with it's classic design.

Spruce up your interiors with a punch of color!

Choose from a collection of these colorful and fun

dresses here.

You don't need to re-do your whole room.

Add turquoise in the accent pieces.

You know I love the Caribbean beaches and European coastlines with their crystal clear, cool and calming turquoise waters.

See more original artwork here.

The Homies

Vote for Bright, Bold, and Beautiful here for the Homies award

presented by Apartment Therapy

Merry Christmas

** I hope you have a very Merry Christmas **

Thank you to everyone who has made 2009

an extraordinarily successful year!

New Premium Watercolor Prints

130 lb thick textured paper

Ricky Gervais

Ricky Gervais will host the 2010 Golden Globes on January 17th.

TimesOnline just named him the Face of the Decade.

I honestly cannot think of anyone funnier!

{remember my top 5 list ~~ funniest people}

Read his thoughts and upcoming events on his blog.

Christmas Delivery

I hope you receive all your packages for Christmas...

and you get everything you asked for!

via BBB Flickr group

It's a Wonderful Life

It's a Wonderful Life has to be my favorite Christmas movie.

I still cry every time I see it.

Holiday Party Dresses

Be the Belle of the Ball in this beautiful Blushing Faille Dress.

This silk taffeta dress is so frilly and fun!

I love this grey shade with feminine tulle from Anthropologie.

anthropologie, j crew, anthropologie

Christmas Brunch

Presentation is everything... Add red tulle around your glasses, and

make sure to stop by the florist for a beautiful centerpiece!

This puff pancake with grapes and nectarines looks divine!

and add a little twist to your regular waffles,

with this ginger-pumpkin waffles recipe

country living, bhg, taste of home

BBB Flickr Saturday

If you live in the Northeast, you probably woke up to a beautiful snow blanketing your outdoors! I love these images of the first frost by Chris H. from my flickr group.

Have a bright, bold, and beautiful day... and enjoy these shots!

Wrap it Up

{watercolors available for purchase here}

Can you believe there are 7 more days until Christmas?

If you are a procrastinator, you better get a move on!

Enjoy these links to give you some ideas!

"Wrap it Up ~ from A to Z"

amazing show!

bright ideas at Anthropologie

candy-cane cocktail!

decorating with pinecones

etsy!

my flickr group

gracious Christmas dinner...

holiday appetizers

iPod cozy

j crew sale

knitsimple mag

llbean gifts

mistletoe ~~ fresh!

new arrivals at j crew

online markdowns!!

15 designer place settings

lovely quote

rachel : hit or miss?

season's hottest toys at Target

outdoor trees lighting

ugly Christmas sweaters!!

la vie... Jaime

DIY cupcake wrappers!

spanx

your after party survival guide!

find it at zappos

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

I just saw the Rockettes for the first time this week. Their Christmas show is something I have wanted to see for years ~~ and it was everything I had imagined and more!

If you want to get in the Christmas spirit, go see the show.

Giveaway Week Extravaganza #7

** Update: drollgirl and Deliciously Organized, you are the winners... Congrats!

I hope everyone enjoyed the Giveaway Week Extravaganza!!

I thought I would end with 2 of my best-sellers:

Caribbean Time and Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab

Caribbean Time

Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

2 winners will be announced sometime tomorrow!

Holiday Decor

Isn't this glass vase so unique? Fill it with red berries, and

place on your favorite side table!

RED: Color Trend for 2010

Spice your wardrobe up with RED.

I love a bright, bold, and beautiful RED to steal the show!

Bold colors are also a popular trend for 2010 weddings.

Every room needs a splash of red. You can go fun and fanciful, or

traditional to make your statement!

via strictlyweddings.com, dwellings and decor, nymag.com, hgtv.com

Holiday Decorating Ideas

Change it up a little... instead of traditional

green and red, why not pink and red?

Have a bright, bold, and beautiful room for the holidays!

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{via hostess with the mostess}

Bold Colors

A vibrant tablecloth accented with mini gold Christmas trees

really makes a statement. I love the festive garland around

the light fixture as well.

via country living

Giveaway Week Extravaganza #6

** Update: Jill, you are the winner... Congratulations **

Do you have a perfect outfit for that holiday party, but no "stylish" accessories? Well, I have the perfect solution for you! Sara, from the lovely Twillypop shop, has offered a classic and edgy necklace to complete any outfit! It is made of silvery grey grosgrain ribbon and black glass pearl beads that dance playfully throughout.

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

Winner will be announced sometime tomorrow!

Holiday Decorating Ideas

Dress up your tree with pearls and ribbons...

Be creative, and have fun!

More ways to follow BBB

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image via Country Living

Bare legs vs. Hose

Are you are hose/tights girl or a bare legs girl? Which do you prefer with your holiday dress this season?

More Fashion blog posts and Mo

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Giveaway Week Extravaganza #5

** Update: Maria, you are the winner... Congratulations**

I love the shop, The Paper element. Beautifully shabby chic, this ornament is made with hand-torn, aged romance novel pages, then topped with a natural tea-stained lace bow. It would make a unique and beautiful addition to any Christmas tree.

The winner will receive this lovely ornament in time for Christmas!

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

Winner will be announced sometime tomorrow!

Giveaway Week Extravaganza #4

** Update: Simone, you are the winner! Congratulations **

Welcome to the world of Paola, and her whimsical shop, Holli. I am taken with her dreamy and imaginative watercolor prints!!

They are so sweet, and so is Paola.

She is offering the winner this 6 by 8 print, Kiss Me.

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

Winner will be announced sometime tomorrow!

Giveaway Week Extravaganza #3

** Update: Chic Coles, you are the winner!! Congratulations **

I am super excited that Christina, from Down and Out Chic, has offered a gift certificate of $16.00 plus free shipping,

valid towards anything in her Etsy shop!

*rings, necklaces, brooches, and earrings galore*

And if that isn't sweet enough, she is offering 10% discount

to all BBB readers today!

{please put BBB in the message to seller box}

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

Winner will be announced sometime tomorrow!

Giveaway Week Extravaganza #2

** Update: Lizzie, you are the winner! congratulations!!

Do you have a sweet tooth? These candy canes are dipped in the smoothest dark chocolate and drizzled with red chocolate. These are GREAT for dipping in hot chocolate and letting the chocolate melt right down to the peppermint candy cane.

A festive giveaway from "Sweet tooth sweetie"!!

To qualify, leave a comment below, and

make sure you are a follower of BBB.

Winner will be announced sometime tomorrow!

BBB Flickr Saturday

I hope you are having a great start to your weekend.... slow down, relax, and breathe! Don't get stressed during the most joyous season of the year... Remember, you don't have to do everything, just the things that are important to you!

Enjoy these lovely shots by runsanibel via my Bright, Bold, Beautiful flickr group. Join here today!