Gorgeous Green
September 21, 2009
As I was walking through our showroom today, my eye was caught several times by this gorgeous apple green that’s so hot right now. It’s
New Fabrics for Fall
September 17, 2009
The temperature is dropping & the kiddos are back in school. Before you know it, you’ll be sitting in front of your fireplace with a
Designer Detective on Twitter
August 19, 2009
Follow me on twitter! I just signed up for a new twitter acount http://www.twitter.com/designershay.
Of course, you can still follow my family’s business IBB
Fan Friendly Family Room
August 17, 2009
Does your ultimate sports fan need a great place to watch the game? Do you cringe at the thought of having friends over for the
Tip in a Zip 8/14/09
August 14, 2009
Here’s today’s quick & easy design tip ~ aka, TIP IN A ZIP 🙂
Use glass or other transparent material tables for your
Unveiling John-Richard
August 13, 2009
Drum roll please…
It’s here! I’m so excited to share a sneak peek at our exclusive John-Richard Gallery now at IBB Design Furniture Showroom! If
Birds of a feather
August 11, 2009
If you are looking for some new ideas in wall coverings, then take a look at this. Talk about luxury. This is not your everday
Are you ready for some football?
August 10, 2009
Well, preseason football is officially underway. It won’t be long until the temperature drops & Sundays are filled with back to back NFL games. If
Paint app for your iphone
July 28, 2009
O happy day!!! O happy day!!! Check this out! OMG, I am having a blast playing around with my latest iphone app. Paint selection just
GMT 7/24/09
July 27, 2009
Click Here to watch the segment
Could the way you place your furniture in your home really affect your productivity and emotional well being in
Laugh a little…
July 20, 2009
I just had to share these funny quotations I came across today about furniture & decorating your home! They gave me a little giggle. I
Style with leather???
July 16, 2009
Dear Designer Detective,
We are looking to purchase a new sofa for our family room. My husband refuses to have anything but a leather sofa.
Find your style ~ Traditional
July 15, 2009
I recently featured a series on Good Morning Texas in helping viewers find their design style. I decided to put this series together after seeing
Is your outdoor space IN style?
July 13, 2009
Decorating your home is no longer contained to the interior. During the spring & summer months, families spend more & more time outdoors & lounging
Just say no to knick-knacks!!!
July 7, 2009
In my humble opinion, knick-knacks= trinkets, (a.ka. JUNK)! Too many knick-knacks (or trinkets, or junk) can clutter a room and quickly ruin a beautiful design.
Candice Olson=Divine Fabrics!
July 3, 2009
In case you haven’t heard, Kravet carries a fabulous line of fabrics from famed interior designer, Candice Olson. You may recognize her from her
On Magazine Feature
June 29, 2009
I am so excited to have been chosen as one of a handful of Dallas designers to be featured in a spread in On Magazine.
Please Vote for IBB!!!
May 22, 2009
IBB Design Furniture Showroom has been nominated as one of the best furniture stores by WFAA’s A List Awards. We are so thrilled! Help us
Que Bella!!!
April 17, 2009
We’re live from a stunning Bella Custom home on GMT this morning. We talking size & scale when selecting furniture for your home with a
Fashion Collides
April 15, 2009
Schumacher has done it again! Style icon and fabulous fashion designer Trina Turk has crossed over into home furnishings. Could we be more excited?
GMT 3/13/09
March 10, 2009
Gather round the table! Let’s talk about cool ideas for dining. I’ll be featuring dining tables taken to a new height. The tables are proportioned
Shay’s Entry
February 18, 2009
Dear Designer Detective,
Where do I find the mirrored piece that you have in your entry in your home? Also, what are the measurements?
Out with the old & in with the blue!
February 12, 2009
Think Navy is an outdated color? Well, think again. Browse thru your local mall today & you will find the classic blue hue in
Viewer Questions Answered!
February 10, 2009
Have a design dilemma or topic you need help with? Need some fresh ideas, paint or fabric advice, or just want to be up to
Nail it with Nail heads!
February 9, 2009
Add some pazazz to your furniture & nail the look you want. Sorry for the pun. I just couldn’t resist 😉
A technique once used
GMT 2/6/09
February 6, 2009
Today on Good Morning Texas…Get resort style living in your home. Tour a fabulous Highland Homes model home in Allen in the Star Creek subdivision.
Wear Red Tomorrow!!!
February 5, 2009
Join with millions of women, as well as companies, organizations and cities across America on National Wear Red Day, Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. By
Accessorize It!
February 2, 2009
Is something missing from your home? You’ve bought all of the big furniture pieces, but it just doesn’t seem right. You may take a look
GMT 1/30/09
January 30, 2009
Is your home ready for some football? Tune in today to get tips on how to get your home ready for the ultimate Super Bowl
Means to an end…
January 26, 2009
Looking for a fabulous finish to a stylish sofa or a great pair of chairs? Read on to get the perfect ending…
Square
Round
Gold
Updating Brass Fixtures
January 22, 2009
Dear Shay,
I love your GMT segments and I am using Jim Morgan from IBB to recover a chair and ottoman for me. I have
Yellow Fever
January 21, 2009
Yellow is so energizing & happy that I’m just bursting while writing this post. Doesn’t yellow make you happy just thinking about it? Think sunflowers,
Not Your Grandma’s Cocktail…
January 19, 2009
No, it’s not 5:00 and time for cocktail hour. Sigh. However, when it is… you better have this to set your drink on! This beautifully
GMT 1-16-09
January 16, 2009
We’re bringing sexy back! Curved sofas have been around for ages, but they’re rapidly growing more & more popular. Rounded or curved sofas are
Awe-inspiring Accent
January 14, 2009
Feast your eyes on this marvelous chair by Century. If you want to make a beautiful statement, here’s how you do it: Step 1)
Eglomise?
January 12, 2009
Dear Shay,
I often hear you talk about eglomise. What exactly is eglomise? Also, can you use more than one piece of eglomise in your
Girls just wanna have fun ~ with color
January 9, 2009
I am in love, love, love with this look. I am SO into color & this definitely emanates color! As a matter of fact, this
Waves of Blue
January 7, 2009
Expert color forecasters are saying that blue is here to stay. Take note. The mineral and ice blues that were oh-so-popular last year are getting
Out with the old & in with the new!
January 1, 2009
Happy New Year everyone! Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get your design projects underway! Hopefully you have completed the daunting task
Drumroll Please…
December 3, 2008
This just in!! Pantone, the global authority on color, announced today the 2009 color of the year ~ Mimosa. Get ready for some happiness!!! This