Happy Weekend!

This Friday wraps up a really wonderful week for me- packed with exploring new sites in Canada, a visit from a good friend, and working on a new (really cool) project. But for now, I'm going to leave you with this picture from Room & Board. It's one of those pictures that I keep coming back to, mainly because of those chairs. I love them.

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B & W

There's something very soothing about black and white. When Red and I first got married, I was convinced that black and white was my solution for our always-on-the-go lifestyle (and not always being able to paint). Although I no longer think of this as my only option, there is still something that I love about black and white and its calming effect. These rooms even pull it off without looking "matchy-matchy".

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Guest Post from Arcadian Lighting

When Arcadian Lighting approached me to do a guest post for RestlessOasis, I was thrilled.  This is such an interesting subject, and one that so many people have questions about.  Enjoy, and be sure to check out their website!
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Hi, I'm Susi and I write for Arcadian Lighting, a cool site for the latest in lighting trends and light fixtures for your home. I am so happy to be a guest here at Restless Oasis this week. My guest post is all about wonderful ways to dress a window. I've pulled together 8 great looks to dress up any window in any room. What are your favorite ways to dress a window? Are yours listed here? Thanks for reading and letting me stop by! Enjoy! 
 Classic floor length curtains are the most common way to dress a window. Hang them at the top of the window or to heighten the feel of the room, hang them from closer to the ceiling. 
 Love this chic, feminine window shade that gathers in the middle. It is a softer option than a Roman shade yet more structured than curtains. 
 For a tailored look, we love a simple valance. Love the orange ribbon edge on both the valance and the curtains; it adds a bit of flair to neutral curtains. 
 Roman shades are incredibly versatile and can be custom fit for odd shaped windows. Faux Roman shades are a clever DIY trick for quick window dressing. Lighting fixtures always catch my eye. Love the wall lamps used for great task lighting over these desks. 
 Stylish window treatments can add color and pattern to any room. Pull down shades can be decorated with paint or fabric to dress up the most utilitarian of window coverings. 
 If you want a clean look, added privacy but still have natural light, window films are a great idea. Look for them in a variety of patterns to suit your style. 
 Another favorite way to dress windows is the classic bamboo blind. These add color and subtle and work for most rooms, including kitchens.  Love the industrial pendant light hanging from the sink! 
 Combining bamboo blinds with curtains is another lovely way to dress a window. The blinds can provide more room darkening power and privacy if lowered, but look great pulled up too.     What do you think of the post? Comments are welcome! Don't forget to check out Arcadian Lighting for more simple light fixtures to match your curtains. Images: | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |