Kara Theresa x Gray Malin

“No one likes to be stuck inside all day, so I figured why not create a home office that brings the outdoors in; this office is located on my client’s screened in porch. This office design started with this Gray Malin framed print and then the room design grew from there. The vintage convertible, paired with the lush landscape, set the tone for this home office. The hunter green table lamp base and painted floors beautifully tie in the character and charm of this Bermuda scenery. “

^ This is just a preview of my design collaboration with Gray Malin! Read the full feature by CLICKING HERE!

You can shop the items in this home office + more desk essentials below!

White Lacquer Desk // Green Table Lamp // Weathered Rattan Chair

How To Style Floating Shelves

ONE - These thin striped place mats will bring a casual vibe to your table setting. Instead of stacking them in a pile on your shelves, try displaying them in your coffee mugs for some height and beauty! THESE STRIPED PLACEMATS are machine washable and sold as a set of 4.

TWO - Alison Junda is one of my favorite artists in Monmouth County and she has commissioned a number of pieces for me, including this bike painting. To see more of her ARTWORK click here!

THREE - These NAVY MUGS are on sale for ONLY $4! These ceramic mugs add an organic, textural feel to this shelving display.

FOUR - Use these door stoppers as decor on your shelves! These WOVEN ABACA DOORSTOPS will add a nautical touch to your shelves.

FIVE - Every cook needs trivets in the kitchen so why not opt for these fun yet minimal ones that add warmth to your shelf display! The acacia wood of these TRIVETS are arranged in a symmetrical grid that looks great stacked in multiples.

SIX - I’ve always been a fan of these CEREAL BOWLS! They are classic, simplistic and white, yet they have a playful, whimsical feel with the small dot detail on the top edge.

SEVEN - We eat most of our meals in LOW PASTA BOWLS so this is a must for floating shelves in my kitchen. However, if you use dinner plates more often than pasta bowls, display your plates instead!

EIGHT - These FLOATING SHELVES are available in 3 sizes (18”w, 36”w and 48”w) and three finish options (walnut, bright oak and white). Hardware included*

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Top 8 Home Decor and Fashion Finds This Week

ONE - I was in the city this past weekend and fell in love with this store! Stoney Clover offers so many varieties of customizable essentials, including travel bags, pouches, cell phone cases and and luggage tags. While I was shopping around, I was eyeing the small backpack for Sterling and this hand woven tote for myself. Below are some photos of my visit to this adorable store!

TWO - Kathleen Palmeri, an artist here in New Jersey, is top on my list of favorite local talent! I have collaborated with her on a couple of projects and her artwork never disappoints. This lucite lovely is the perfect mix of modern and traditional vibes, incorporating linen and lucite, two of my favorite materials. Display this framed work of art on a bookcase or place one on your foyer console for a great first impression to guests. You can shop this lucite lovely by clicking here, or browse her custom work. If you can’t get enough of KPalm Fine Art, request a commission! Here is one of my all time favorite commissions that Kathleen made for my best friend’s wedding present…

THREE - What’s a good coffee table book? The list goes on and on! But for this week, here are two of my favorites that have cloth-bound, classic covers with recipes and interior design tips to read inside!

FOUR - I came across Cristina_V instagram a couple months ago and feel in love with her ball name bracelets! I’ve always been a bracelet girl so these fun stretch bracelets are right up my ally. I have one of the 14k gold-filled “ball name bracelets” in size small and I just ordered a couple of the "4mm ball stretch bracelets" to stack alongside! Get ready to see these beauties all over my instagram feed because I plan to wear them on the reg. You can stick to gold or mix it up with silver, rose gold, pearl or colorful beads… you can’t go wrong!

FIVE - This past weekend, I tried on these black framed sunnies and loved how light and airy they felt! Sunglasses are extremely personal to each face shape so you do you… but know that I haven’t found a pair from this company that I don’t like.

SIX - This was another find from my city shopping spree. The material on this basic tee is so soft and comfy. I wouldn’t categorize this purchase as a bargain but I’m telling you, it’s 100% worth the splurge.

SEVEN - There is no such thing as too many vase options. The Magnolia line in Target is a reliable source for home decor and their new spring collection of vases is no exception. Shop this vase and the four other in this collection.

EIGHT - Another city find. How cute?! Sport these platform sneakers in the spring with a fun shift dress, jean shorts or a classic pair of white jeans. I spotted the natural jute sole of these shoes and was immediately sold.

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