What caught my eye...Susanna Salk

In my issue of House Beautiful, I came across a beautiful picture of a room filled with amazingly gorgeous stuff.  To some, the room may be overly decorated, but for me it all feels lovingly placed.

room by Susanna Salk

Then I realized the picture corresponded to a book, and the title alone made me want to rush out and pick up a copy (Hint...this would be a great birthday present).

Amazon

And then I read what the Author ( Susanna Salk) wrote about her book "Be Your Own Decorator", and I related.  I felt like screaming, yes, Yes, YES!  That is it.  Bingo. Spot on.

She writes...

This is not a how-to design book, but a 'why-not' book.  Why not finally create the kitchen that feeds both your appetite and soul?

That character beats price in the beauty department hands down every time. That the biggest rule of all is that there really are no rules, except to be confident about your choices.

Unlike many artists in other mediums, interior designers never hoard their secrets.  They are a gloriously generous bunch, much more concerned with making the world a more beautiful and livable place....

and

Rooms that resonate with personality-not rules- are the ones you'll want to linger in and savor. - Susann Salk

 I agree whole-heartily with everything she said, I can't wait to get my hands on this book to read more of her ideas. 

Have you read this one yet?

-Laurie