BACK IN THE SADDLE

Well hello old friend!  So nice to see you.  I have taken a nice long break from blogging to recharge and experience life without being attached to my computer. It feels good to be back with a fresh perspective. 

The last little while has been a whirlwind filled with new experiences and old friends. Our event last week at Canvas Interiors was an intersection of all of those things. 

We hosted the ever delightful India Hicks and Linda Griffin of The Sugar Mill. They brought gorgeous fall fashion to Canvas Interiors and of course we added the latest from the India Hicks lifestyle collection to the mix. 

An old high school friend of Mr. K's who conveniently owns a distillery, designed a specialty welcome drink called 'The Sugar Mill' with their Dog Island Rum. How great is that? Serving two locals from the Bahamas a local Florida rum.

Winter Park Distilling Co. 

shop: India Hicks Collection 

The clothes were beautiful, the IH collection was a hit and I had the most wonderful time being in the middle of all that goodness.

It was one of those nights that truly fills me with gratitude and happiness. Gratitude for the wonderful friends in our life and happiness that we get to celebrate with them.  

The Sugar Mill cocktail: 

2 sprigs mint

1 part Dog Island Silver Rum

1 splash Elderflower liqueur

1 part apple juice

1 part tonic

Serve over ice w a fancy straw.

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: FRESH AIR

Put away the fur blankets, open the windows or in our case the garage door - and take a deep breath. Spring is on its way and we are switching up the floor.  It feels light, bright and fresh.  I love it when the garage doors are open and creative breezes flutter in. 

Find these and other lovely goods on our website 

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or shop the post here: 

Jade end table (foreground)   //  Orsay dining table  //  Degas occasional chair (peeking out on the left)  //  Helena dining chair 

BEACH HOUSE DREAMS

Much of the country is frozen right now and we are experiencing 'cold' FL temps. This is when my mind drifts to the beach. I start reading Australian fashion blogs and looking at summer clothes down under. Which in turn inspires me to think about the Canvas Interiors vibe for the coming spring/summer season. We've been loving moody grays and bits of silver this winter with a dash of charcoal faux fur. 

Here are a few snaps of the floor as it looks now.  All of these items can be found on our website, canvasinteriors.com, or if you are reading locally you can visit one of our three locations which you can map  here. 

My inner voice is telling me to get back to my Cali roots by way of Micheal Kors' East Coast beach house. Make sense? Time to do a few mood boards.

this image: vogue

STYLING A VINTAGE ARMOIRE WITH CHAIRISH

In our vernacular at Canvas Interiors, we believe style comes from putting things together that come from different times and places. Collections evolve as you do which is why we like to deconstruct a look and reconstruct it with our Canvas Interiors vibe in mind. And then I run off to a flea market and find vintage bits to use for display to add a bit of history and authenticity to our mix (oh Rose Bowl Flea Market how I miss you).  

So when the talented folks at Chairish  reached out to me and asked if I would pick a vintage armoire of theirs and style the top of it I said yes, yay, ok sure! I used accessories from our Canvas Interiors collection and do believe that it is a fabulous mix of old and new.

1. Add one bold statement piece.

- Drake dragon root sculpture

2. Layer in a little romance and rustic charm. Use items of different heights and finishes. Wood, rusted iron, a piece of art leaning on the wall as a backdrop. 

- Finn wooden urn

- Lille wire baskets

- I love you art

3. Glam it up with gold hurricanes. Group them together for high impact.

- Luna tall hurricane 

- Luna short hurricane

4. Make it dramatic with black and white photography leaning on the wall. Add a collection of smaller items in front like books wrapped in white paper or your milk glass collection. 

- Drew Doggett fine art photography (available in many sizes and framing options)

I have an old gentleman's armoire I bought at the Rose Bowl flea market many years ago. I proudly displayed my budding white McCoy pottery collection on it.  It moved with me from LA to SF and now resides in our guest room in FL. Not only does it serve a purpose for our guests but it looks great with a few stylish items on top.

Thank you Chairish for the opportunity to play with you!

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: LETS GO TO MILL VALLEY

Today lets head to a place near and dear to my heart... Mill Valley Ca. where I have spent many a cozy evening tucked in to a comfy sofa with dear friends and wine. This is one of my most happy places. If I were designing a home in Mill Valley it would be a little polished, a little undone, and decidedly comfy. 

Here is a collection of Canvas Interiors pieces that echo the spirit of this most special place. Take a look at our other collections as well. They are designed to help you shop with ease. We collect, curate, edit ... so you can spend more time curled up on a comfy sofa with wine. 

Shop our Mill Valley collection here 

DREW DOGGETT PHOTOGRAPHY

We have the pleasure of having 13 pieces of Drew Doggett's photography curated at our Canvas Interiors  Winter Park location.  It is such a beautiful collection and enhances the feeling of our space in a way I cannot describe. Imagine what a piece would look like in your home.  

Maybe you need one large statement piece.  Or a collage of smaller pieces.  We can order an array of sizes and framing options for you and happily talk you through the options. 

For more information go to our website to see Drew's work and the multitude of price points available. Feel free to email hello@canvasinteriors.com with any questions. 

shop Drew Doggett photography here

shop our entire collection

LETS GO TO MALIBU

I spent a little time updating the collections on our website. It is a great creative exercise to pretend I am in a location and design a space in my head.  Hmmm yes. Sitting in an airy spot in Malibu staring out at the ocean. Don't need a whole lot of color when nature is your backdrop. Warm tones, plenty of cushy seating, and a kick ass outdoor chair to watch the sunset. That's all a girl needs. 

There is a little cross over between the collections but I really try to capture the vibe of the place and give each collection its own personality. Running throughout is our Lee Upholstery which we can special order in a wide array of fabric and finish choices. 

Find all these items on our website or stop in and see us in one of our 3 locations.

Winter Park, Altamonte Springs and Jacksonville FL. 

Shop the Malibu collection 

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: GETTING COZY

I stepped outside today and there was a slight chill (I use the word 'chill' loosely) in the FL air.  I have an urge to make chili.  I have a cold. It must be fall. 

The easiest way to embrace fall in your home is shift the color palette slightly. A few touches of charcoal and ivory and the warmth factor goes up.  People will linger, snuggle up and drink tea under these cozy throws and pillows.

If you are looking for a big statement, our Hampton sofa is a must see.  At $1,699, this made-by-the- same-manufacturer-that makes-some-other-big-name-brands sofa is one to watch.

Check out these easy accents from Canvas Interiors. All of these lovely goods are available either in store or online.

Shop online here:

top row:

Matrix pillow  |  Cozy throw  |  Fox faux fur pillow

middle row:

Cowhide rug  |  our Winter Park store  | Anette rug

bottom row:

Manhattan throw  |  Hampton sofa  |  Malibu throw

Or visit one of our three locations.

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY

We are gearing up for a busy fall and super excited about it.  Yesterday we moved the whole floor around in Winter Park and it was like Christmas morning. Everything looks fresh and new and the whole space feels vibrant and ready for fall.  

Here is a peek at a few snaps from around the store pre-floor move. Can't wait to share post-floor move with you once the dust settles (literally).

Visit us in store or online 

canvasinteriors.com

WHERE DID THE SUMMER GO?

It is hard to believe we already have a week of homework under our belts here Chez K.  I must admit though, I do love the idea of fall and all that comes with it. Namely sweaters and boots.  But for now I will tempt you with the Canvas Interiors Labor Day Floor Model sale.  

Check us out online  or visit one of our 3 locations (Jacksonville, Altamonte Springs and Winter Park FL). There is some seriously awesome stuff marked down. Like the lovely goods you see in the pictures. Floor models, one of a kinds... they go fast folks!  

If you have any questions please email the store directly at 

hello@canvasinteriors.com 

POP IN TO THE POP UP

Last week was a whirlwind, as is this one.  My brain is headed in so many directions for fall. I am ready for some cooler temps. I almost put a pair of leather boots on yesterday in 90 degree temps.  I stopped myself.  

Behind the scenes I have many a mood board taped to the walls in my office.  I love concepting the fall vibe for the store and our upcoming trip to North Carolina should give me just the creative breath of fresh air that I need. 

What does fall look like for you?  Are you gathering ideas for your must haves?  I know my style staples are firmly in place but there are a few things on my list to complete the picture.  I'll be back here tomorrow with those!

In the meantime, today is the last full day to stock up on India Hicks  goodies from our Canvas Interiors  Pop Up  shop last week.  Take a look at my favorites below. I cannot say enough about the Carmen Clutch. I know I sound like a broken record but I really really love mine. And the Beetle bags are the perfect gift for the college bound freshman.

SHOP THE POP UP 

CANVAS INTERIORS: SHOP OUR VIRTUAL POP UP SHOP

Our friends are gathering and I'm whipping up a summer salad for our India Hicks Pop Up Shop.  We have so much fun seeing friends at these get togethers so I thought I would share the event with you here. 

ENTER THE POP UP SHOP HERE

Read on for my advice and favorites:

I have quite a few favorites in the Collection. Number one has to be the Carmen Clutch. You just can't go wrong with this one.  It comes with a tassel (same color as clutch) but I like to add a different color tassel depending on my mood.  I highly recommend getting a black AND a stone Carmen Clutch.  I know, sounds crazy but you really never need another clutch and you can mix and match the tassels. 

SHOP: Carmen Clutch

Here is my Flamingo Agra Tassel in action.

As you know I don't do a ton of color but this little tassel packs a lot of punch. Just the right amount for me. 

SHOP: Agra Tassel

(ps: the bag lower right above and below top row middle is fab too - the Mayfair)

Here are some more of my favorites, especially the Siren Scarf and Beetle Bags.  The Beetle bags are indispensable and make great gifts.  They come in 5 different colors.  

 

I wear the Honour Bound Love token. It reminds me of my very proper Toronto all-girls school motto 'Keep well the Road'.  It is a good talisman to live a life of integrity. It was India's grandfather, Earl Mountbatten of Burma's family motto so I feel I am in good company. 

Join us today from wherever you are!  I wish I could send you a virtual cupcake.

 Shop the link to the pop up shop:  here

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: INDIA HICKS SUMMER POP UP SHOP

We are getting ready to host a summer lunch and India Hicks Pop Up Shop at Canvas Interiors Winter Park. We are excited to see old and new friends this Thursday July 23rd from 11am - 2pm

If you can't make it in person, please join us for an online POP UP!  I will share the link here Thursday and you can pretend you are sipping Rose and chatting with friends.  As you may know, we love our India Hicks moments. They are always fun and getting friends together on a hot summer afternoon for some wine is just my speed right about now. 

We are excited to share a few new goodies so if you are reading locally, come join us! If you are reading from afar tune in Thursday for the virtual POP UP link.

If you are reading India, we will toast you with a glass of something lovely. 

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: FEATHER YOUR NEST WITH OUR SUMMER SALE

The Canvas Interiors Summer Sale is in full swing and you can shop it from afar by going to our website 'clearance' section.  

Some are floor models (final sale), some overstock, some discontinued items.  A few of my personal favorites are on sale like the Rachel table (named after watching far too much E! TV where I noticed a certain celebrity stylist has this in her bedroom) and the Wilson bar cart (named after friends who do a flawless cocktail party).  

All of these goodies below are included in the sale so pop on over to the website or visit the Jacksonville, Altamonte Sprints or Winter Park (FL) locations if you see something you like. 

Feel free to email hello@canvasinteriors with any questions and our lovely design consultants will get back to you asap.  

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY

We moved in to our new and 3rd location earlier this year and instantly fell in love with our surroundings. It all made sense. The light is gorgeous, the garage doors and unfinished nature of the space is just how we envisioned it pre-construction. If you tuned in a while back you may have seen some of these construction photos...

From that to present day has been an exciting ride.  I'm feeling a little nostalgic today so thought I would share. The image above was taken about a year ago.

We are feeling creative and inspired and can't wait to share more with you over the coming months.

To view our collection go here: Canvas Interiors

and follow along on Instagram too

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY: HARBOUR ISLAND COLLECTION

As you will see in the coming days I have Harbour Island on the brain. We are counting down to our departure and the familiar feeling of happy toes in that sand cannot get here soon enough.  In the meantime there is much work to be done. So I'm indulging my excitement about our trip by tying it together with our Canvas Interiors Harbour Island Collection.

From its inception our brand was born with a personality. We are not just a computer warehouse selling furniture.  We really do live and breath Canvas Interiors and have a strong desire to create a lasting brand.  We want you to be able to feel something when you shop with us. Thus our 'shop your style' was born. It was a way for us to add a filter for you that might make your shopping experience easier. A sense of story, a sense of place.  Maybe you can identify with a feeling or a memory when you look at our collections.  Hopefully it ignites a creative spark that helps you design your spaces.

Here is how to find the 'shop your style' collections: 

And to indulge my excitement I'm sharing a few goodies from our Harbour Island collection.  This collection is light and breezy.  It has a touch of tradition with an eclectic global mix.  

Add a giant votive of sand from your favorite beach and put it on our Casablanca coffee table for instant island style.  Add  bits of color with pillows and throws and you have it. Ahhhhhhh. 

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY

With the Memorial Day weekend ahead I am excited to think of easy breezy summer days and nights. This is how I picture our 'someday beach house'. Until that someday arrives, I get my yayas out at Canvas Interiors dreaming up vibes of summer. Could this be your beach house? Or could you turn your city house in to a permanent summer retreat?  

The sectional is modular which is a great option for tailoring the size to your space. And the slipcovers are washable. Slipcovers are key to low stress beach living. Sandy feet? check.  Chocolate ice cream on the fingers? check. Freshly showered kids tucked in on the sofa watching a movie? check.  Mamma has wine? check.  

SHOP OUR CANVAS INTERIORS BEACH HOUSE LOOK:

Victoria II - Canvas Interiors Private Label Modular Sectional

Wall Art

Pillows (black version on the website)

email hello@canvasinteriors.com for navy blue)

Carlow coffee table (we have two side by side here)

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY

Popping in today with some images I've been shooting around Canvas Interiors lately. I love this exercise of editing my favorites to share with you here. It is slightly meditative for me to put these together and it gives a good snapshot of what is on the floor. 

I hope you are enjoying your day and as always, if you have any questions about anything you see please feel free to email hello@canvasinteriors.com  and someone will get back to you right away. 

You can see our entire collection on our website - Canvas Interiors. Thanks for stopping by today! 

IF CANVAS INTERIORS WAS A HOTEL

I stumbled upon images of this hotel on AD and immediately fell in love. If Canvas Interiors was a hotel, this would be it. The 1 Hotel + Residences in South Beach. 

New York Design firm Meyer Davis transformed the old Gansevoort hotel in to this understated and truly eco-conscious oasis. Starwood Hotel Group created the new brand 1 Hotels, developed by Barry Sternlicht,  the creative force behind the W Hotels and St. Regis hotel brands. The idea of taking a concept from a germ of an idea to a full blown brand statement like this one is something that I truly get excited by. Beyond a brand, this hotel group philosophically believes in doing things differently in order to preserve our natural surroundings.  Read more about that here. 

Canvas Interiors was that germ of an idea and to see something like this hotel gets my creative juices flowing even more. It is so exciting to see passion for an idea come to life.  After working in advertising for so long and producing work that comes and goes - it is really awesome to make an idea come to life. And stay. Bricks and mortar, a place people can come to gather. A place that reflects a lifestyle. So. Fun. 

This is inspiring and gets my creative wheels turning. Now if only I could find a 70's condo to gut and re-do. And perhaps open a Canvas Interiors in South Beach? Hmmmm... now there is the germ of an idea. 

1 Hotels


images: AD  / Meyer Davis 

CANVAS INTERIORS LATELY

Every now and then I pop in here in blog-land with the other side of life... Canvas Interiors.  I'm going to try to do that a bit more often here so you can see where I am if I'm not blogging.  A bit of a juggling act for sure. Don't want you to think I'm asleep at the wheel. If you don't find me here you can find me on Instagram daily both for the store and the blog. 

A lot of new pillows have arrived including the John Robshaw sweet camel guy and the beautiful grey one (middle row far right).

When new things arrive its fun to rearrange. Even the most subtle shift on the floor makes everything feel fresh and new.

And this was fun... opened the garage door and looked back.  Thanks Nikki for making me look at things differently that day!

You can see our collection by heading to our website and keep up with daily shots from the showroom floor by following Canvas Interiors on instagram. Or stop in and see us in Altamonte Springs, Jacksonville or Winter Park FL.