Bride & Home

Home Design

2012-01-30T22:06:00.001-05:00

Current Projects

2012-01-30T21:23:00.002-05:00

We have been absent for a while hard at work with many different projects. As promised here are some after photos of some wallpaper we recently used in a project. This project was a complete home remodel in Bonita Bay and was so much fun using bright fun colors.

Nina Campbell for Osborne & Little Aquamarine Wallpaper

Pool Bath: Romo Limed Oak Blonde below chair rail.

Cole & Sons Hickory Wallpaper in Powder Bath

In the Master we used the Tamakai Collection in the Vintage Mauve color way from Romo

Guest Suite is a lovely medallion print wallpaper from Thibaut i a soothing aqua color

2011-09-26T13:19:00.000-04:00

Lots of lovely wallpaper arrived today at the studio...Can't wait to show you the after photos of the rooms

Lovely Threads

2011-07-19T13:12:00.001-04:00

We have a new favorite Etsy Shop...Out of Line . Beki Wilson is an independent fashion designer from Seattle, Washington (oh how I miss my hometown). Beki's designs are a unique blend of modern simplicity with vintage flare. Gorgeous silhouettes for women of today who want the look of easy style! So check out Out of line's summer 2011 collection and support this fabulous independent designer..

Objex. Unique Home Decor

2011-06-30T21:20:00.000-04:00

Here are are some current favorites for that curious, unique vintage interior design style. These picks perhaps describe an imaginative graphic designer surrounded by images & textures rich with character and warmth, or maybe the inventor of things that gets inspirations from quirky trinkets. For more information contact us at info@studio6xi.com for prices and inquiries

Sunlit Summer Brides

2011-06-24T00:18:00.000-04:00

Vintage Terry Cloth Pillows

2011-02-16T16:48:00.000-05:00

Take a peek at these lovely resort jewels! These are some new vintage terry cloth pillows we will be getting soon for the shop. We love using unexpected materials. These pillows are made from vintage towels and so perfect for a summer retreat poolside or in a casual bungalow living room!

New Goodies in the Shop this week!

2011-02-09T19:48:00.002-05:00

It's coming up on Valentine's Day and time pick up a sweet little "love ya" reminder even though everyday should be filled with love. Come by our shop Quondam at 2200 First Street, in The Franklin Shops in Dowtown Ft. Myers River District for some very unique shopping and gifts. Everything from hanmade wintage valentine pillows to gorgeous Hand Pour Silk Floral arrangements by local artist Mary's Flower. Come and see the most unique gifts in Town

Gorgeous Hand Painted Glasses from B Glassy Designs. Funky pillows in lush Duralee fabrics. This rare lovely lamp is a vinatge "Blanc De Chine".
Vintage Asian Art is hand Painted Fabric with Cherry Blossom Designs

Fanciful Fabric...Soul Blossoms by Amy Butler

2011-01-19T21:51:00.001-05:00

So if you follow us on Facebook. You may have noticed in the past we shared some of our favorite fabrics from Amy Butler, particularly from her "Love" Collection. Well just in time for Valentines day we are going to share some more of her gorgeous prints that are so bold, bright and happy! They make you feel just like being in love. You know that feeling of PASSION, BLISS and JOY! Well these are in fact the names of Amy's color stories from her new collection called "Soul Blossoms". This collection was inspired by her recent trip to India. Oh and how I love them. It is so Boho Chic. Watch out for these jewels, they may just end up on some of our pieces at our boutique, Quondam this Spring. Maybe a sweet chair, ottoman, apron, or handbag...Hmmm the wheels are turning! Stay tuned or better yet let us know what you would like to see!

Actually this post was inspired by one of our new followers on Twitter, LuxeInteriorDesign. I stopped by to visit her blog and saw this delicious post and wanted to share some of it. Stop by luxeinteriordesign's blog and follow her. She has some great post's. But in the mean time here are some teaser pics from her blog!

Quondam by Studio Six Eleven...WE ARE OPEN!!

2011-01-06T23:50:00.001-05:00

Well just in time for the New Year Quondam boutique shop is now open for business! We are located in The Franklin Shops at 2200 First Street in Downtown River Districrt. We have been open for just one week and the foot traffic has been incredible. We love the vibe of downtown and could not be happier with our new home. Allison from The Franklin Shops is amazing and has worked so hard to bring her creation to life, HIGH FIVE to her and the gang! Our fellow shops mates are all so uber cool and we love sharing the space with them. Compass Interiors has gorgeous home decor with a coastal flair, Leather Conncection has the softest and most light weight leather goods. They even have accessories made from recycled leather, how eco-chic is that? There are some amazing unique jewlery shops as well. I can't wait to meet everyone and as soon as I do I will update the blog with some of their goodies! The store windows are available to rent out and there is even a special location for a Pop-up shop. The Fort Myers Film Fest has set up a cool display in the window next to us, they make great neighbors and our other neighbor is artist Leoma Lovegrove.We can't wait to see her gallery completed. She had the most amazing and delightful artwork. We are simply surrounded by lots of culture, color, and community.This is definitley a unique shopping experience much needed in southwest florida and the downtown Fort Myers river district. Please come down to the shops and support your local businesses.
Artwalk has been such a successful monthly event in the district. It is being held the first friday of every month and the shops will be open until 10pm during this event and others coming soon!

Hope to see you tomorrow in the meantime here are some snapshots of Quondam...more to come!

BACK IN ACTION...

2010-12-20T21:40:00.000-05:00

Ok I know we have been slackers on the blog recently but it has been a busy few months,,,I know, I know no excuses. My New Year's resolution is to definitely dedicate more time to this blog and rock it out!
We have had so many great things happening recently that have absorbed our attention and we can't wait to share them with you. I like to think we have been on a creative sabbatical. From 2 fabulous weddings to our custom designed fabrics, our new Co-Op Boutique "Quondam" in the river district and our custom designed stationary line "Fresh Pulp". Some great pics coming soon!
Speaking of great bloggers our friend Melissa over at MGA Interiors has some wonderful posts and information on her blog. I love her style of writing. She puts a lot of feeling in her writing and it feels like a great cup of tea or a warm latte. She recently posted a blog on the color trends for 2011 and it seems we may really be ahead of the curve. Our boutique Quondam at The Franklin Shops will be wrapped in all of theses lovely colors. Come and shop with us for the new year for chic home decor and unique gift ideas. "Modern Designs for Vintage Finds" but in the mean time check out MGA Interiors article on color forecast here

Quondam at The Franklin Shops on First Street
2200 First Street
Ft. Myers, FL. 33901

QUANDOM by Studio Six Eleven...PLEASE STANDBY

2010-12-14T18:20:00.001-05:00

This is not a Test...Quondam by Studio 6xi is coming to the River District at The Franklin Shops...STANDBY!!!

BRIDES...come mingle in the River District at the 2010 Bridal Social of Southwest Florida

2010-07-30T13:28:00.000-04:00

E-DESIGN YOUR SPACE...

2010-07-21T23:35:00.001-04:00

We had the opportunity to work with a wonderful client this week on a room
Re-Design. Having a hard time pulling it together and visualizing the end result, the E-Design service gave her the confidence to make the correct choices for her space

Our Summer Design Packages are available through September 1st. If you have an questions give us a call (239) 561-2741 or shoot us an e-mail.
It's so easy to start...
1.Send us measurements of your room along with photos.
2. Share your vision and give us an idea of how you want to use the space via phone or email. Whatever works best for you!
3. We then whip up a smart, stylish design that is fresh and cohesive and represents your personality. This will include 3-D renderings showing paint on walls, window treatment designs, furniture and accessory layout and an overall visual of your room.
4. You will also receive an inspiration board with recommended items and links of where you can purchase them, whether through Studio 6XI or outside vendors.
5. You will also receive paint and fabric swatches that are recommended for your space.

The E-design package is created to be an effective tool to save you time,money and errors when investing in your space.

Blue & Orange

2010-07-13T00:46:00.005-04:00

We recently designed an inspiration board for our friend Heather's baby nursery. She loves the Beatles and wanted to incorporate a little bit of Rock and Roll in her new bambino's room. So we started off with this inspiration piece, The Beatles '65 album cover and brought in the soft greys and chocolates with punches of tangerine and baby blue for a retro rocker feel. The area rug is an adorable hopscotch pattern from CB2 The hanging nightlight is actuality a bird feeder from CB2. Just pop in some battery operated nightlights and you have a very cool light fixture. The triangle in a square pillows are from Deseta
and the mommy to be found this adorable mobile at Pink Perch on Etsy. She is going to be customizing it to fit the Beatles theme. That's why we love Etsy, there are so many artisans willing to customize anything for you. She is also going to be adding a whimsical quote by using a custom designed vinyl decal from Single Stone Studios. Shelley at SSS is uber talented and we love her creative edge. Check out her design blog to see more of her work. With a few more functional accessories to brighten up the space like the abacus and chic orange diaper carry all this baby is going to be rockin!

Speaking of tangerines and the baby blue sky, we wanted to share some of our favorite blue and orange room designs we found from fellow bloggers.

I love the room above. It very a modern boutique look. Gorgeous neutral white backdrop with pops of turqoise and tangerine.

Colorful accessories from Z Gallerie

This room is another beautiful balance of bold colors

Room Images via Chic Provence

Get Inspired..Interior Design

2010-07-01T17:22:00.012-04:00

Are you getting the urge to re-vamp a room or do you have an empty room with no idea what to do with it? If you are at a standstill on your decorating vision for any room in your place we can create a seamless design concept for you. We have created this promotional package to allow you to tackle one room at a time. These packages contain 3-D renderings of your actual room to help you visualize the ending result. Also included is your floor plan, an inspiration board with selected furnishings, fabrics, wallpapers, and accessories for your space. You will have the ability to see the paint choices on the walls, where to hang artwork, place accessories, furniture placement along with the correct scale and proportions for your room. This is a perfect guide to ensure you make correct choices that will save you time and money. Our designs are created to maintain sustainable, functional, and smart environments ,

PACKAGE A: Room Design Concept Promotional Price $700 per Room - 2 Hour in home design concept consultation. - 3-D Rendering and Floor plan of Furniture Layout, Paint Colors, Fabrics, and Window Treatment Design. - Inspiration Board of product selections. - Selection of color and style for paint / wall treatments, furniture, accessories, flooring, surface finishes, lighting, and fabrics.

PACKAGE B: Room Re-Design Concept Promotional Price $350 per Room - 2 Hour in home design concept consultation. - Floor plan of furniture / accessory layout of existing items, Paint, Re-upholstery and Window Treatments. - Inspiration Board of production selections - Selections of paint / wall treatment, fabrics and additional accessories.

E-DESIGN PACKAGE: Promotional Price $350 per room This package is for our far away friends all over the globe who would like a virtual design concept.

-Phone or E-mail consultation,

-Review of your existing furnishing via photos

-Floor plan of furniture / accessory layout of existing items, Paint, Re-upholstery and Window Treatments. - Inspiration Board of production selections - Selections of paint / wall treatment, furniture, fabrics and additional accessories.

Offer ends September 1, 2010. Only one (1) promotional package per person. Cannot be exchanged for cash value or used with any other offer.

greige: My Sparrow Recycled Canvas Purse giveaway!

2010-06-28T08:41:00.002-04:00

My Sparrow is giving away the most stylish yet responsible purses I have seen. I am crazy for these bags. Leave us a comment below and hop on over to My Sparrow for a chance to win and tell them we sent you. While you are there check out some of there other goodies, it's a great site! greige: My Sparrow Recycled Canvas Purse giveaway!

The Lemonade Wedding Giveaway & The Lemonade Social

2010-06-25T10:20:00.022-04:00

Check out some of these Lemonade inspired story boards from many of our favorite wedding blogs! Well the deadline to enter The 2010 Lemonade Wedding Giveaway contest officially ends tonight at midnight! Studio 6XI and Goodwill Industries of southwest Florida partnered up to giveaway the sweetest day ever to a couple who has come upon sour times. We have some amazing stories from lovebirds all over southwest Florida. At the close of the
contest a panel of judges will be selecting our top 3 finalists and determine the winning couple which will be announced in the coming weeks. Soon you can check The Lemonade Wedding website to see the finalist stories and pictures. But the event does not end here the winning couple will be getting hitched on September 12,2010 at the Edison Ford Winter Estates and a reception to follow catered by The Flying Pig at the historic Heitman House. All of our vendors that have participated are some of the best businesses in southwest Florida. They are pulling together to host one of the most amazing events in the area. Florida brides don't fret if you didn't make the deadline or even the final cut because we will be hosting "The Lemonade Social" what is this you ask...well it will be the social event of the season where you will be able to meet all of the wedding sponsors upclose and personal to talk about your wedding day. You will have the opportunity to meet some of the most talented wedding professionals in the area, win door prizes, get tons of wedding ideas and connect with other Florida Brides. Stay tuned for more details on the when and where of Lemonade social by following our blog and connecting on Facebook.

2010 LEMONADE WEDDING SPONSORS

Summer Sunshine

2010-06-23T08:48:00.025-04:00

So yesterday was officially the first day of summer, although I must say here in Florida it's been feeling like summer for awhile now. We recently blogged on Summer Blues but now since it's official, it's time for some sunshine! I always love accents of a bold color in a room. It adds an element of surprise. But you want to make sure when adding the pops of color that there is a method to the madness. Make sure your backdrop is balanced in proportion, texture and color variation. Don't hesitate to use bold patterns but make sure they compliment each other.

Here are just few snippets of some of my favorite cheerful interiors that have a sophisticated elegance with bright accents of yellow. See how the yellow dances off of the cool grays and makes a beautiful contrast with the classic look of black and white. Whatever you choose to pair it with, just a little bit of this vibrant hue goes a long way.

Check out some products you find at Studio Six Eleven as well as our Etsy shop Quondam We have many lines of designer furniture , lighting , one of a kind vintage re-styled accessories and lots of bright ideas for your nest. Give us a shout this summer to help you bring new light to a room!

hello, splendor: AphroChic Giveaway!!

2010-06-09T09:07:00.006-04:00

OH how I love love these pillows from Afro Chic they are superfly! You can win these lovelies in this amazing giveaway from Hello Splendor & Afro Chic.

Go here, enter to win and spread the love! Hello, Splendor: AphroChic Giveaway!!

Be sure to like Afro Chic & Hello Splendor on Facebook and Twittter

Fresh Pulp Flowers

2010-06-08T14:32:00.005-04:00

"Flowers are the sweetest things God ever made and forgot to put a soul into." Henry Ward Beecher 1858.

Fresh cut flowers are an undeniable beauty but they are also a major cause in destroying the healthy balance of mother nature. Flowers are a $40 billion a year industry. Seventy-nine percent of cut flowers come from Ecuador or Columbia and are grown with 12 different types pesticides. When creating a design for your event there is a fabulous trending alternative to fresh cut flower, Paper Flowers! This is a great concept for the budget smart & eco-conscience bride. These paper petals have been seen on the runway of Chanel's 2009 Spring/Summer Haute Couture show and in the hands of modern brides. I happened across this wonderful artist Elosie Corr. She creates the most amazing collections of couture paper floral design check out her beautiful creations Shop Eloise Corr Danch

Chanel Haute Couture 2009 collection via Oh So Beautiful Paper Blog

These lovely bridal bouquets are by Anemone blog , Anemome is a handmade paper flower boutique in Spokane, Washington you can shop online here Photos courtesy of Ben Delaney & Ifong Cheng

If you want to experiment with making your own papiere arrangements this DIY is a perfect tutorial from The Wedding Chicks , these photos will give you a sneak peak!

Photos Courtesy Botwell Studio

Chanel, Fendi, Hermes...Oh My!

2010-05-24T15:21:00.029-04:00

Bouquet: Pacific Bride Blog

Nail polish: Chanel

Handbag Shoes and Gown: Fendi Summer 2010 Pink Dahlia: "Aurora Kiss" fine art photography by Zee Longenecker

Bouquet: Orchids and Succulents via Pacific Bride Blog

Clothing: Chanel Summer 2010 Collection via Wolf & Willow

Balloon Photo: Jane Heller Fine Artist you can also find her on Facebook

Nail polish: Chanel Summer 2010 Collection via Style.com

Vintage Ferris Wheel Photo: Zee Longenecker Scarves: Hermes Paris Peony Hair clip: FlowerClip.Com

We are loving the beautiful colors trending for summer 2010. Karl Lagerfeld's collection for Chanel is absolutely stunning. A throw back to classic vintage with a fresh color palette, Very luxurious yet casual and even a touch of Boho. Chanel's summer polish collection had the perfect shades of happiness. A sweet bohemian head wrap in a Hermes scarf is wonderful accessory to keep the locks while spinning on a Ferris Wheel. I just love Zee Longenecker Fine Art Collection. She has a great eye and captures joy though the lens. You can purchase her prints on Etsy

Monday Fresh!

2010-05-24T09:04:00.006-04:00

Photo (Elias Wessel in Vixen Magazine via Fashion Gone Rogue)

Monday Fresh... Flowers, Fashion & Fun!

Oh we have had a busy weekend with Robin & Stephen's adorable beach wedding, which we will be featuring soon, Today we will be be bringing you we lots of fresh goodness, announcements on The Lemonade Wedding Giveaway, more summer fashion, and flowers, lots & lots of flowers...here is a little peek....

Daily Imprint Blog: Where we find new inspiration!

2010-05-20T09:16:00.007-04:00

Images courtesy James Andrew What is James Wearing

The Daily Imprint is one of my new favorite blogs. The content & style is refreshing and lovely! Natalie posted this great interview with James Andrew. We are very inspired by his style and passion for great design. We loved his use of bold colors with classic lines.

daily imprint: (interiors.inspiration) james andrew

Summer Blues

2010-05-13T15:29:00.024-04:00

Ralh lauren We love Ralph Lauren's new 2010 Spring/Summer collection. The return of the classic boyfriend jean and blazer paired with a sexy shoe. Ralph always does is right and he is the inspiration and cure for the "Summer Blues" Herve Leger of Max Azria created this fabulous tattered denim dress for the 10' summer collection. Love your old blue jeans! Imagine the haberdashery you can create with denim and not to mention upcyclying is friendly to our planet! Check out some of thes great ideas and accessories! Denim Ensemble: Ralph Lauren Dress: Herve Leger Max Azria Settee: Anthropologie Shoe: Barneys New York Handbag: Tory Burch "Delaney" Satchel (Bag, Borrow, Steal) Pillow: Aggie Ray on Etsy Love will save the day art: Field Trip on Etsy a great shop with lovely happy art. Her blog is excellent with lot's of great indie fashion and accessories. Check it out! Sarali Chouhan

Madamoiselle Mermaid on etsy

This denim necklace is from unhamac on etsy. Abby Dennis has a great blog about handmade things, books, gardening, traveling, poetry, beekeeping, biking, learning to live more greenly!