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I am in the beginning stages of redecorating my Den – okay, VERY beginning stages!  Oh alright! – let’s just back up and say that one day soon – I hope to get my act together and re-design my Den!  Right now I’m heavily thinking about my scheme and the art work I want to buy to put in the scheme.  There are way too many options – just look at some of the art works I’m trying to decide on! – which is why I’m posting today.

Michelle Armas “Spencer” 36×36 This particular piece, by Michelle Armas, is one I quickly fell in love with.  Her works are currently being shown at Gregg Irby Fine Art here in Atlanta.  Gregg Irby specializes in showcasing emerging artist’s talent. There are several pieces works of Michelle’s that I like at Gregg’s.  Sadly, this is not one of them.  I found this piece, “Spencer” on google and clipped the photo for my “Den wish list”.  I’m assuming this piece is old and sold, since I haven’t been able to locate it on Michelle’s or Gregg’s web site (yes, I’ve been stalking!). Here are a few other pieces by Michelle Armas.  They don’t necessarily work for my Den project – but, I particularly love the vibrant colors that she uses and the movement and energy they invoke. Michelle Armas, unknown (from Pinterest) Michelle Armas, “Splendid Splinter” Michelle Armas, “OK Great” 48×48 Michelle Armas, “Joie” 36×48 Some other powerful canvas contenders for my Den scheme are by Eileen Power, whose work is also being shown at Gregg Irby Fine Art. Another standout artist featured at Gregg Irby Fine Art is Britt Bass Turner.   Her work was recently featured on Jennifer’s blog over at The Pink Pagoda.  With so many beautiful pieces to choose from, it’s probably best if you check out her web site.  She’s got a gorgeous array of drool-able artworks! Britt Bass, “Mike N Ike”  I very much am in lust with this “Hot Pink Lemonade”!  It would be a gorgeous addition to my Living Room! Britt Bass “Hot Pink Lemonade” 48×48 To see more of these artist’s works and other emerging artists, go visit the Gregg Irby Fine Art studio!  It’s an extremely charming studio with a wonderful selection of beautiful and affordable art. GREGG IRBY FINE ART 3725 Powers Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30342 (404) 941-9787

I’ll admit it – I’m still crazy about quatrefoil.
I can’t help myself.  I know the “Quatrefoil Craze” has been around for several years now and some of you are probably groaning and screaming – ENOUGH with the quatrefoils already!  But not me – I still get pretty excited when I see a piece of furniture or accessory that has cleverly incorporated the quatrefoil motif in its design.

via Pinterest

Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair

Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair

Suzanne Kasler for Visual Comfort

 This cabinet is a great storage piece!  It comes in Ebony (as shown) and White.  The mirror reflects light in the room and will help make the space feel bigger.

Sorry that I haven’t been involved in the Blogosphere these past….uhhh…(I don’t know…) about seven months!  I think I’ve just been paralyzed with fear about blogging.  I’m not sure why I’m so fearful – no one reads my blogs – so there’s definitely no one to judge my blog posts.   Therefore, I’ve come to the realization that if I just write what I want to write about it’ll be a helluva lot easier for me.  There won’t be anyone that I’m trying to impress (except for myself).  And, in the end, I’ll be conquering my fear of publicly posting.

One of my last written posts was the day I started my MBA Camp with Tobi Fairley.  I promised that I’d write more about that experience.  And did I?  Nope.  I think I was too exhausted and too overwhelmed for too much to register in my head.  But, seven months later – I think I have my head screwed on a little bit better.  I also know that I need to conquer some of my silly and unfounded fears before I can truly be successful in my business.  Of the 10 goal-setting tips – these are the four that I need to and am going to implement!
1.  Go Big or Go Home!
2.  Don’t be paralized from Taking Action!
3.  Don’t waste time trying to figure out the How – just DO IT!
4.  Be specific.

My goals:
1.  In 2015, I’d like to be asked to participate in a Designer Showhouse.  I am ready.  I am qualified.
2.  In 2015, I’d like to be published – somewhere, anywhere!  pu-leeze!  Of course, that means that I’ll need to get more clients, have their rooms styled and photographed.  But, I’m definitely worthy.  Hire me!
3.  Immediately.  I want to send out my Barclay Stone Interiors newsletter ASAP.  Overcoming my fear of just sending it to friends – I’ve decided to send it out to so many more people than I originally planned.  Because, what have I got to fear?  If someone doesn’t want to receive my newsletters, they can unsubscribe or delete. At least I’m helping myself to get my name out there.
Plus, I’ve got my awesome graphic designer, Carl Chiocca, working the newsletter template.  My first article is already written up – so, the big hurdles are kind of over – I’m ready to go!  And, help me out, if you are reading this blog right now, maybe you’ll be kind enough to sign up for my newsletters?  Send me a comment and I’ll add your name to my list – because I’m not certain that I’ve connected the newsletter sign-up correctly to my Mailchimp feed!

Okay.  So – I’ve thrown out there a couple of my big goals.  I think blogging will help me loosen up a bit.  I love writing.  I’ll just write to my pretend audience out there and write about stuff that interests me and makes my heart tick.