Gorgeous Gray & Vibrant Amethsyt
October 1, 2010
Today on Good Morning Texas I featured a beautiful living room with a silvery gray & luscious purple color palette. Click HERE to watch
First Saturdays in Celina October Sale
September 30, 2010
Don’t forget! THIS Saturday is IBB’s First Saturdays in Celina Warehouse Sale! We have not had a sale in a few months, so our warehouse
F is for Finial
August 31, 2010
Finial: an ornament at the top of a piece of furniture, lamp, spire or gable, or used as decoration at the ends of drapery rods
B is for Bergere
August 17, 2010
A bergere (pronounced burr-jair) is an upholstered French enclosed armchair which originated in Paris around the 18th century. Traditionally styled bergere chairs call for a
Yummy Yellow & Gorgeous Gray!
August 11, 2010
You may remember that last year’s color of the year was Mimosa, a warm sunny shade of yellow. At IBB, we love color. There’s nothing
Tip in a Zip: Time to Edit!
August 4, 2010
Yearning for a quick makeover that won’t cost you a dime? It’s time to edit! Update your traditional style by de-cluttering & ridding your
Idzinechat offers FREE Design Advice TOMORROW Night!
July 26, 2010
Our last #IDzinechat was so successful that we decided to make this a regular thing! I am very excited to announce that I am taking
Fancy Word Friday: Case Goods
July 23, 2010
If you’re around a professional designer for any period of time, chances are you will probably hear them use the term “case goods”. This industry
Update With a Twist!
July 15, 2010
Do you have cushions on your kitchen chairs or barstools? For a quick update, say “Bye Bye” to bows & tassels. Clean it up with
It’s ON!
June 17, 2010
I’ve got exciting news my fellow interior design aficionados! I’m thrilled to announce my editorial debut & partnership with ON magazine. Now, you’ll be able
Jet Set Style
June 12, 2010
Having been in business for over 30 years now, IBB has designed quite a diverse range of projects for our clients. Today’s Sneak Peek Saturday
Have it Your Way
June 3, 2010
Who do you turn to when you need custom upholstery that not only looks hot, but is also comfy & cozy? On a project I
Wallcoverings that Wow!
May 11, 2010
If you have yet to be informed, let me dazzle you with some exciting news… Wallpaper is back & with a vengeance I must say!
Never a dull day!
May 6, 2010
Hello design friends! I apologize for being MIA over the last week or so. After I returned from furniture market in North Carolina, I hopped
Sneak Peek Saturday: Designer Nursery
April 24, 2010
Today’s Sneak Peek Saturday is from IBB designer Shannon Gidney. Shannon is just weeks away from delivering her first child, a baby girl. We
Barbara Barry & Goodies from Global Views
April 15, 2010
I was so excited to receive a sneak peek at Barbara Barry’s new accessory introductions for Global Views that I had to share it with
A sofa that swings
April 14, 2010
The weather in Dallas in absolutely gorgeous right now! Aside from the wind, I have been dreaming up ways to try to do my
Glamorous Gray!
April 13, 2010
You read it right! Gray does not have to mean boring, drab or dreary! Gray is actually quite the glamorous neutral. It serves as a
Tip in a zip: 4/7/10
April 7, 2010
Accessories help tie your room’s whole look together. Lamps, art, rugs, floral arrangements, and other decorative items can add color and style to a
Upholstery 411
April 6, 2010
Last Friday on GMT, I gave viewers some helpful pointers on things to look for when shopping for upholstery. I have to give a
Scene Stealer: Sensuous Sofa
March 30, 2010
Almost every day I see an item or fabulous home furnishing that arrives at IBB & my mind starts rolling on where & how
Picking the Perfect Coffee Table
March 26, 2010
Today on Good Morning Texas, I gave a few quick tips for choosing the perfect coffee table for your room. It’s important that you select
What’s a Welt Cord?
March 25, 2010
Dear Designer Detective,
I often hear you refer to a welt cord when pointing out things on the furniture you showcase on Good Morning Texas.
Got Questions???
March 23, 2010
I’ve got answers!!! I will be answering viewer questions on an upcoming GMT segment. Post your questions here on the Designer Detective blog now! If
Sneak Peek Saturday: Bathtime Fun!
March 20, 2010
Today’s Sneak Peek Saturday is from a super fun project I’m working on right now. We’re converting this vintage claw foot bathtub into a
White Hot!
March 19, 2010
Today on Good Morning Texas, I featured a sofa by Century that has everyone around IBB white hot! With style that seems to channel
Just call me Mrs Geyer :-)
March 11, 2010
Hello friends! I owe you all a super big apology for my absence here on the blog over the last 2 weeks. You see, some
Meet Meghan Blum
February 10, 2010
Hello my fellow design lovers! I have a big treat in store for you today! I’d like for you to meet Meghan Blum, the
WINNER: Sony Handycam!
February 9, 2010
Congratulations to Vickie Velis! You are the lucky winner of the Sony Handycam! I will be e-mailing you to get your shipping information.
Thank you
Posh Pillows
January 20, 2010
Remember, my 2 P’s tip to instantly update your home? Paint & Pillows! Well, I just have to share this new pillow line I came
Video: How to Use 2010’s Color of the Year
January 11, 2010
You’ve probably heard by now that turquoise is the color of the year for 2010. Do you love it? I do! I’m a huge fan
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2010
Woohoo! 2010 is here! I hope you all had a fun & safe New Year’s Eve. We had a very quiet & lovely evening. We
Video: Makeover for the Holidays!
December 17, 2009
Good morning friends! I know many of you are probably running around crazy like me trying to get last minute Christmas & Holiday shopping done!
iPod Touch Giveaway!
December 15, 2009
Christmas is coming early for one lucky reader of my blog! I’ll be giving away an iPod touch to one lucky reader on Tuesday,
Finding the perfect Fabrics
December 15, 2009
Kravet, one of my very favorite “go to” fabric lines had a wonderful post today on their blog about selecting the right fabrics for upholstery.
2010 Color of the year
December 8, 2009
I am giddy with excitement today! Pantone, the global authority on color, announced that 2010’s color of the year is… drum roll please… TURQUOISE! Can
Style and Substance
October 19, 2009
I am super excited to share a fabulous new book with you! It’s called Style And Substance, The Best of Elle Decor. If you want
Questions Anyone???
September 24, 2009
Hey fellow design lovers! I need your help! I am working on an upcoming Good Morning Texas segment where we will feature viewer questions. Here’s
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
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