New Year’s Woodland Chic Tabletop by Aerin

Perhaps its the fact that I grew up surrounded by pine trees in Lake Tahoe that draws me to this woodland chic table setting by Aerin Lauder (yep, the granddaughter of the legendary Estée Lauder). Quentessence shared a sneak peek of Aerin’s New Year’s luncheon tabletop that will be featured this January/February issue of Veranda and I loved it so much, I wanted to share with you too.

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product links: one // two // three // four // five // six // seven // eight // nine

My fave? The mocha floral tablecloth in Aerin’s Hither fabric for Lee Jofa.

What a wonderful way to ring in the new year! 2014 is going to be a great, don’t your think?

And to keep up with all the buzz in 2014, like with Simplified Bee on Facebook, tweet with @simplifiedbee on Twitter, pin with Cristin Priest @ Simplified Bee on Pinterest, explore with Simplified Bee on Instagram and collect with the bee on KEEP too!

Happy New Year!

Cristin

photo credit: Francesco Lagnese for Veranda

 

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Read full story By on December 31, 2013 in Entertaining, Features, Get The Look, Holiday, holiday decor, new years, Parties, pinterest, tables, tabletop

Getting Organized :: Stylish Desk Accessories

As we look forward to 2014, many of us are setting new year’s goals and resolutions. High on most lists is getting organized (no surprise here I’m sure!). For me I struggle with desk organization and aim to keep it more tidy this coming year. The right desk accessories are key to creating an efficient work-space, yet so many are ho-hum and aren’t pretty. That’s why I’m thrilled about teaming up with See Jane Work at Office Depot to help me create a beautiful, streamlined desk that reflects my personal style. Their collection combines fresh style and smart organization – can’t get better than that! See Jane Work’s chic office accessories come in fresh patterns and color palettes perfect for mixing and matching. I selected items in hues of blue, pink and white and love how it coordinates with the items I already owned.

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above: See Jane Work cup holder, tape dispenser and stapler – all in a crisp white

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Organizing Tip: Write down your list of to dos and cross them off as they are completed – prioritize them for even more efficiency! Here I’m using See Jane Work’s “To Do” sticky notepad!

stylish desk accessories - simplified bee + see jane work

See Jane Work’s desktop letter sorter in a blue and white herringbone pattern (above) is so chic and I love how it keeps my stationary close at hand. Awe, doesn’t it feel good to be organized?

Happy new year and happy organizing,

Cristin

*Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Office Depot, although all opinions are my own.

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Read full story By on December 30, 2013 in home accessories, home organization, Interiors, new years, office supplies, office/study, Organization, organization tips, Paperwork, product review, simplified bee portfolio, stationary

My Favorite Posts of 2013

With the new year just days away, I’ve been reflecting on what a wonderful year it’s been (and how fast it went by!?). 2013 was another busy, yet rewarding year here at Simplified Bee. To celebrate, I’ve selected some of my favorite posts of 2013.

boy's bedroom with airplane art // simplified beeDesign Reveal: Traditional Boy’s Bedroom

Heart Valentine's Day Mug #valentinesValentine’s Day hot coco bar & diy XOXO banner

pink daybed girls bedroomInterview: Interior Designer Graciela Rutkowski

butterfly fiesta party ideas // simplified beeButterfly Themed Fiesta Party

designer bedroom with canopy bed by House of RubyPeninsula Decorator Show House :: Guest Bedroom by House of Ruby

San Francisco Decorator Showcase Living Room // Catherine KwongSan Francisco Decorator Showcase 2013 :: Living Room by Catherine Kwong

designer grey kitchen by Jute Interior Design // San Francisco Decorator ShowcaseSan Francisco Decorator Showcase 2013 :: The Family Kitchen by Jute Interiors

modern prince nursery room design board - Simplified BeeModern Prince Nursery Design Board

green and orange table setting // simplified beeSummer Tabletop

playroom ideas & essentials - Simplified Bee

 

Playroom Ideas & Essentials

playroom and guest room design // cristin priest // simplified beeDesign Reveal :: Playroom + Guest Room

I’ve been blessed to have amazing clients, faithful readers and loving friends and family who have supported this blog from the very beginning (May 2014 will be mark the 5 year anniversary!). Thank you so much!

Wishing you a happy, healthy 2014!

Cristin

 

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Read full story By on December 29, 2013 in Bedroom, Boy, brass, Girl, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchens, Living Room, Playroom, playrooms

Friday Find :: Winter Whites

silver and neutral tassel garland

Brrrrr. Winter is on it’s way and to celebrate the coldest of seasons, I’ve selected some beautiful home decor in crisp, yet warm and cozy whites.

winter whites // home decor in white and neutrals

product links: one // two // three // four // five // six // seven

#3 the pedigree cookie jar is my fave! Yep, that’s a cookie jar.

Next week I’ll be taking the week off from blogging to spend time celebrating Christmas with my family. Wishing you a wonderful, merry Christmas and I’ll be back in a week!

xo

Cristin

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