Show Your Stripes!

Stripes are everywhere these days... including weddings! Why you ask? I think its because stripes are the chameleon of patterns! They have the ability to go classic, sporty, or modern. Just look at how a simple stripe is used in varying ways to create these different looks...


Top row, far left: The name says it all in an invitation from Wedding Paper Divas: "Formal Stripe". Middle: Pink Frosting creates a preppy and elegant invitation with their use of stripes. Far right: A modern striped invitation from Confetti Stationery. In the bottom row, a display of varying stripes all from Wedding Paper Divas.

Not one to shy away from the use of stripes, Ellenor used a fun yellow and white stripe in our "Bright Spot" wedding.

Both the men and women in this wedding sported stripes down the aisle, as did the ring bearer by carrying a custom made ring pillow by Sweet B Papers found on Etsy.

Stipes were also brought in as napkins at our "Life's about to get more colorful" Baby Shower!

In addition, Ellenor will be using stripes in an upcoming wedding. Our inspiration began with this image of soft black and white striped table cloths. We loved the unexpected look that these brought to the tables while still being classic and beautiful.

We'll be using similar fabric as custom made runners along our long, "family style" tables in a Jane Austin inspired wedding. Keep checking back with us for more details on this wedding!

Want to incorporate stripes into your wedding? Try striped shoes! Striped food! Or favors with stripes! Still in need of some more inspiration? You know Martha always has some good ideas!

Or, you can always call us :)

xoxo,

Loralie

DIY Hanging Lamps

Lighting is a key component of every project in both interior and event design. It is an obvious staple for interiors, however people often forget about the significance of creative lighting for events, big and small. We try to use distinctive lighting pieces for all our projects. This includes dinner parties, birthdays, showers, weddings etc. For example, take a look at the chandelier we used as the focal point for a brightly colored baby shower. We also just decided on 3 large, elegant chandeliers to hang in trees for an outdoor wedding at an equestrian center in May. However, it doesn't need to cost a lot of money to add a unique piece to light up a project. Below are some of our favorite "Do It Yourself" hanging lamp concepts. Get creative with materials and colors. Challenge yourself to use creative lighting at your next event or just to finish off a room. You can find the base for most of these projects (a ceiling cord) at Ikea for only $3.99.

*Our Favorite*
An Ostrich Egg Lamp
From the Ready Made magazine and website
Click here for instructions

I have seen the eggs sold at a few different Ostrich farms in California. You can find them online as well. How cute would this look in a nursery or child's bedroom?









A Chandelier Upgrade
From craftzine.com -Instructions

I have seen people practically giving away this style of brass chandelier at garage sales.















Hanging Mason Jar Lamp
From Design Sponge- Instructions

This would look great to hang for an outdoor dinner party or just to light up a patio.














An Outdoor Planter Lamp
Also from Design Sponge- Instructions

This is incredibly cheap and clever. You could paint this a bright color and really make it pop.












We would love to hear from anyone who has made a DIY hanging lamp in the past!

Best,

Ellenor

Welcome!

Welcome to our design blog! Here is where the ladies behind the design company, Ellenor Industries, post style musings relating to interiors, events, and vintage finds. We are so excited to share with you our journey as we move through our many life and company projects. We have found that every new project is a learning experience and what better way to document our discoveries and thoughts than a blog for likeminded, creative people. We truly believe that there is an outlet for design in every aspect of life and we strive to achieve that through the service we provide. We feel so blessed to have found a career that reflects our passion for style and look forward to sharing that passion with you.

Follow our blog to get weekly style inspirations towards events and personal style, interior design and home organization, and finding the treasure in castaway furniture and accessories. We look forward hearing your opinions and ideas as we share with you each week!

Look for our next post where we discuss our love of the very versatile carnation!

Love,

Loralie & Erin Orr