Okay guys so here is part-2 of my trip to Alt Summit Summer 2015 which was held in the beautiful Salt Lake City,Utah last week. As I mentioned in part-1 (in case you missed) there was so much I wanted to share about this super exciting conference that one post was not enough. So today in part-2, I’m talking about the classes/talks that I attended, sources, my learnings, experiences and takeaways from it. And just so that I don’t miss out on anything, I’m breaking it down by the days.
Just a heads up, this post has more content than my usual posts. But I wanted to share my detailed experience with you all. And also there are links to some amazing blogs and websites run by these super rock-star ladies who spoke at the summit and tips you might find useful for your blogs and businesses. So grab a snack if you like and enjoy!
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Alt Summit (Summer 2015) – Part1
Hello there! I have finally put together a roundup of my trip to Alt Summit (Summer 2015) last week. There was so much I wanted to share with you guys that I thought I would break this down in two parts. Today in part 1 I’m talking about all the fun and the parties at AltSummer2015 along with a little bit about my stay in beautiful Salt Lake City. In part 2, I will be sharing a little more about the classes/talks I attended, my learnings, sources, activities and takeaways from the summit. Oh and just a heads up, there are more pictures in this post than usual but I promise they are pretty. If you’ve been following on instagram you may have seen a few. Hope you enjoy the rest!
The conference is held at the beautiful Grand America Hotel however I stayed at the The Little America Hotel right across the street since it was a bit easier on the budget and the location was very convenient too. And it did not disappoint at all. In fact it was more than I expected and it has the cutest cafe facing main street which served one of the best breakfast in town!
Which artwork goes best with my room?
Have you ever come across an artwork/painting which you really loved but then thought “where would this go?” “should I put this in the living room or bedroom?” art goes hand in hand with the rest of your home décor and helps set the tone of the room. As an artist myself i feel subconsciously we all gravitate towards art that clicks an emotional chord with us somewhere. Well i think that’s your answer! Go with whatever connects with you the most. You would probably face the same question above when you come across a piece of furniture or any other home accessories too. At the end of the day when you look back, you will see that that your home is actually the reflection of who you are. It builds up a character around the things you like and the stories you want tell. Here are pics of some rooms /spaces that I am going ga ga over. I love how the artwork in each of the rooms sets the mood and blends in with the rest of the décor.
Oh and in case you are an art collector or just looking to buy some paintings in near future you should totally checkout this site called invaluable.com. They are one of the largest online auction marketplaces of fine and decorative arts, antiques, collectibles, and estate sales.
genevieve gorder’s gorgeous living room in new york
fun desk on the left and bri emery’s dining room on the right
beautiful modern living room gallery wall
colorful contemporary rooms on left and right
mantle piece on the left vintage inspired look on right
checkout this soft and eclectic look room here
hope you are inspired to buy some artwork for your home or even create one 🙂
Happy Decorating!
Instagram Crush – Jonna Jinton
Just randomly stumbled across this instagram account over the weekend and I instantly fell in LOVE. So I visited the website and trust me, it was like a breath of fresh air. Some of the pictures actually made me gasp! Meet Jonna Jinton, a Swedish photographer, artist and blogger. I was totally inspired by her work and her story. She lives in the woods in a small village north of Sweden. Her blog and pictures were so refreshing that I had to share some of my favorites with you.
I started my blog almost towards the end of 2014 and since then instagram has played a huge part in terms of creative inspiration and connecting with fellow bloggers. I started following a lot of accounts which were similar to what I was doing (diy, recipes, art, lifestyle) and so on. However, these days I’m following a lot of random people. Creative accounts from all genres like pacific northwest photographers, abstract artists, graphic designers, modern art, mainly anything that is inspiring and catches my attention. Like Jonna’s work for example, there’s something that is so original in her thought process.
It’s a nice change to mix up your feed every now and then and break the monotony. I think it very important for a creative person to do that in order to think differently and create something new and original. I have said this before too and I will say it again, that sometimes we keep looking at different versions of the same thing and don’t even realize it. Internet can get pretty saturated specially if you are looking at similar stuff. That’s why I’m making a conscious effort to follow different accounts, see different work, even if it’s not my style. And I would love to see how this would affect my blog posts in the future.
Would love to know some of your favorite accounts too!
Have a wonderful weekend!
There’s something about Green Wall Color
Well, when it comes to choosing a paint color for your interiors, I doubt if green would be the first choice on anyone’s mind. At least it will definitely not be on mine. However, there’s something about green wall color that evokes a feeling of nostalgia within me and I seem to be drawn towards it. A couple of days ago, I shared a post on why I love rooms with all white walls. And I still do but some of these pictures I’ve come across are making me feel, I might have another favorite.
Would I paint the whole house in green? I don’t think so. However, I would definitely consider a small room or a vignette somewhere. I am more inclined to the darker and rusty shades of green like sage, olives, greenish grays, bottle green as opposed to the brighter and lighter shades.
I love the character it is giving to this particular corner. Feels like the room is telling some sort of story.
As soon as I saw this pic I thought it would be perfect for a photo shoot. The tall ceiling is creating a lovely backdrop. I would do a flower photo-shoot with pink and white peonies or some kind of clothing style shoot that involved a lot of lace and tulle.
Love the vintage look of this one. It almost feels like the walls have grown moss over the period of time due to moisture and is taking me back in time.
Everything about this is just perfect specially that bright orange wall art.
The combination of the purple couch with the light pink juju hat on that green wall is just incredible. (I would take a juju hat in every color btw)
There is so much drama created in this 1950’s designed room. Love the warm pops of color with the dark green walls.
This green is just so soothing to look at and instantly calms me down. The grey linen sheets are adding to the effect.
To New Beginnings !
Hey there! It’s been a while since I connected with you guys. If you were following along the previous posts, y’all know that I am right now in Edmonton, Canada and have been exploring the city for about three months now. I had to break away from my set routine and that has affected my blogging too. This new environment has definitely been a challenge to continue with my DIY & ART blog posts. I don’t have access to all the stores I had, you know like when you have a set rapport with certain people and certain places, you kind of are lost when you have to move away from your comfort zone.
However, I am taking this in a positive way. It’s also given me time to think on a new perspective for the blog. I completely took time off for about two months. I am adapting to the new city, the weather (hate the cold though), the people and the surroundings. I will admit that these past few months have made me think a lot about life in general. What I really want from it, where I see myself a couple of years from now, is it okay to venture into a lot of things creatively, weather I should think about starting my own business, will I be able to pull it off, where I want to live in future, what are the things that really matter to me as a creative person, these are just a few questions I’m trying to find answers for.
Meanwhile, I did get a chance to write blogs for an organization called the Old Strathcona Business Association which is basically an organization that looks after, promotes and maintains all the businesses of the old starthcona district (one of the oldest) parts of Edmonton. This definitely gave me an opportunity to explore around the city and write about whatever I found interesting.
I hope to be back with a fresh new perspective and have decided that I ‘am going to write about everything that I like and everything that excites me. I used to think a lot about blog posts before. A lot of people say “you won’t be successful if you do not have a specific direction or focus for the blog” (no offense to those who do have focused blogs and who know exactly what they are doing. Kudos to them! This is just for people like me who find it difficult to wrap their heads around one particular interest). Keeping that in mind I think I started restricting my thought process. Like for example, does it fit in the category of diy or fashion or interior or food? I wanted the blog to be a lifestyle blog, which centered on these main categories. Sometimes some blogs, which you love and read regularly, or some websites and tumblr sites, which you follow, can create a certain bias in your mind along with the inspiration they are giving you. You can get caught up in the ‘internet trend’ so to say.
And so I think it is important for any creatives to time and again distance themselves from the routine, take a step back and evaluate their work. I will be writing about the above mentioned categories however I will ALSO be writing about random inspirations, thoughts, doodles, photography, images basically anything that strikes an emotion with me. After all, I have to be true to the title of the blog ‘designforsoul’ and never forget the reason why I started it in the first place.
Thank you so much for reading and following along!
love,
varsha
A-Frame Room Design Ideas
While I am packing for our move, wanted to share some interior design inspiration with ya. Although our apartment in Canada is as square as it can possibly be, I’m really loving some of these a-frame room design ideas that I came across on pinterest. You could literally convert these awkward space into any room of your choice – even kitchens! and make them feel cozy and welcoming. Here are some of my favorites.Continue Reading