Working on...

I'm still working on this guy...but I'm thinking of switching gears to sort of reboot my creative flow, cuz' I haven't had one. :)

So, I started sketching out this...

I realize these sketches are very rough, my frog needs much improvement. They're more about getting a vibe to see if it is something I want to pursue. I'm thinking a steampunk style to the drawing. The top sketch is the one that I'm leaning toward.

What do you think?

Tada!

Last week, I posted the below images to the nikkiMdesign Facebook Page. I was hopeful that this past weekend would bring me lots of time to work on turning this heaping mess of a bedroom into my art studio.

Stuff, stuff, stuff, and more stuff, and toys, and...

Is that dirty underwear on the floor?! Haha! Made you look!

I had old furniture to dismantle and move out, shelves to hang, things to organize, and a very large, heavy table that had to be hauled from the basement to the upstairs (sorry honey!) to create a space that was all mine.

After several hours of hard work and a lot of assistance from a very patient husband, there was progress.

One of these days I will paint the walls, add some better lighting, and put up some more shelves, but for now, this ♥ will do perfectly ♥ 

Fine Design

While I was surfing the nets this morning I came across this lovely design by Kendall Wilkinson Design.

This. Is. Great. Design.

Kendall Wilkinson Design

What initially caught my eye was the stunning piece of artwork set center stage. Its bright yellow set amidst the neutral background makes a bold statement without being overbearing. The clever use of patterns and textures breaks up the rooms neutral palette and most certainly adds to the warmth and coziness of the room. I love all the details of this space.

Focus: My Life Through the Lens

The simple things in my life that remind me of just how precious the world around me is...

A bit of a quiet week, mixed with a some sadness, some happiness, moments of reflection, friendship and laughter, and some much needed down time. 

Food and drink with a few of my favorite ladies.

The wonderful Liz Holland performing at her Masters Recital. She was awesome.

University at Buffalo, NY

Creative time.

The hubby and I purchased matching bikes. Yes, we are dorks, but dorks that are madly in love with each other. :)

Hehehe, bike bells.

Cup holder.

Check it out! A bottle opener.

Crochet time. One of these years I will finish enough of these squares to sew them together to make a blanket.

Fabric for a dining room redesign (pics to come). I am lovin' the pale yellows lately.

FOCUS: My life through the lens

The simple things in my life that remind me of just how precious the world around me is...


Spring flowers in bloom.

Stroll through the neighborhood on my way to the hair salon.

Kenmore, NY

Coffee with a friend at a local cafe.

Cafe 59 Buffalo, NY

An interesting and inspirational conversation with a fellow artist and local architect, Kenneth Loncke, known for his spiritual paintings and photographs. 

Artwork above painted by Kenneth Loncke, Buffalo NY

Sunday afternoon cards with mom and dad.

My four year old learning about physics.

A wonderful date night with my hubby. 

Look! We're on TV! Red Robin, Buffalo NY

Mmmm. Cheesecake Factory, Buffalo, NY

Watching my mother-in-law play her violin in the spring concert. She has always wanted to learn how to play the violin and now is as good a time as any. Way to go Mom!

Good company with great people. Interior Design Association of WNY meeting, held at White Orchard Home Furnishings, Orchard Park, NY.

Want to see more pictures from the IDA meeting? 

Visit the Interior Design Association of WNY facebook page and while you are there be sure to "like" it. :) 

Buffalo Loft

Imagine a loft that is upscale, glamorous, and sophisticated, all with a contemporary twist! This space is for the person who has traveled the world and now they are moving into a fabulous loft!  In March, Buffalo NY Home and Garden Show 2012 featured two downtown lofts with a roof-top garden.  Pamela Witte designed and provided the furniture for the living and dining room in the one bedroom loft. "At White Orchard Home Furniture of Orchard Park, NY, we can help you as little or as much as you want to design and furnish your home."


Pro-Fireplace of Orchard Park, NY provided the electric wall mounted fireplace.  Just mount on the wall and plug it in.  The fireplace gives a sleek, contemporary look to the loft.  It's a great way to create some ambience to a small space.