i'm feeling blue...

 

 OMG I'm so in LOVE with Springs 2013 color selection...

 

 Monaco Blue

 

This color reminds me of...

 

Beach walks by the sea... Moonlight cocktail parties... Farm fresh picnics...  Dinner with friends...  

 

 

 

 

 

 

{all photos via pinterest}

 

So what do you all think of Monaco Blue?

 

i need a drink...

It's been a long week!

Come on in and take a seat! 

What would you like? 

 Gin and Tonic, Margarita on the rocks,  Summer Breeze {my creation}, Wine, Sangria, shot of tequila... You name it lets make it! 

Getting just the right bar cart for your home... Is like making the perfect drink! Ok in my book at least! 

 

Whether your cart is inside or outside... Old or new... Colors, textures, height, supplies and fluff need to be just right. When you  go to make a drink for your guests or yourself... You don't want to walk around the house looking for ingredients. It all needs to be right in front of you.

  

A fresh bowl of lemons or limes always add fabulous color to your bar. Decanters are classic and extremely eye catching. A definite must on any bar cart. I love fresh flowers to add a pop of fun. If your outside and it's summer... Eucalyptus leaves or sunflowers... Its winter and you want more of a cozy romantic feel go for tigs or red roses, short and tightly bunched together.

 I'm sure my husband is laughing so hard right now... Because I'm not really a big drinker and I'm talking all about bars! 

ha ha... We all got to start somewhere! 

Here's a cocktail I think we should all try! 

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THE SHUCKS DELUXE

Ingredients:

• 4 large peaches, pits removed and cut in half
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 2 tbsp. lime juice
• 3 ounces vodka
• 1 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1 cup sprite
• 4 slices of peaches, garnish
• 2 rosemary sprigs, garnish

Prep:

1. Using a food processor, add in the 4 peaches (pits removed), sugar and lime juice. Pulse until pureed. Pour the contents into a fine sieve over a bowl to catch the nectar. Using the back of a spoon, push through all the nectar you can and toss the bits that don’t make it through.
2. [To make Rosemary Simple Syrup] Combine 2 cups of water, 2 cups of sugar, 3 tbsp. corn syrup and 1/4 cup rosemary leaves in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and rest for 20 minutes. Strain into a glass and refrigerate until chilled.
3. Using a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add in vodka, lime juice, honey, 2 tbsp. rosemary simple syrup, 4 tbsp. peach nectar and shake. Pour into two cocktail glasses filled with ice and top with Sprite and a splash of water. Garnish with two peach slices per drink and a rosemary sprig.
4. Serves 2.

we've been BAMBOOzled!!!

 

{High Street Market}

      

{High Street Market}               {Pinterest}

 

 {Martha Stewart Living}

 

       {Pinterest}               {Rustic Rooster}

{Windsor Smith}

As I looked around our showroom today I couldn't help but notice all of the bamboo that we have. Hmmmm... I wonder if I have a problem?!?! I love the look, the lines, the texture, the style... I just {LOVE} bamboo!

So... Yes, the rustic rooster's been BAMBOOzled! Do you love bamboo as much as I do?

new... new... new

 1.) White Mirror, Large
{A566.12}
SOLD

 2.) Cottage-Leg Side Table, Black
{F510.12}
SOLD

 3.) Red Arm Chairs (we have 2 of them!)

{F511.12-F512.12}
SOLD

 4.) Round Coffee Table, Black
{F506.12}
SOLD

 5.) Vintage Windsor Chairs
(we have 2 of them!)
{F006.13-F007.13}
SOLD

 6.) Vintage Desk, White

{F533.12}
SOLD
 

 7.) Round Rope Mirror
{A016.13}
 

 8.) Bar Cart, White
{F005.13}
 

9.) Vintage Dresser (on casters)
{F004.13}

If you have any questions on 

measurements or prices

 please contact the rustic rooster

 {760} 436-2171

big girl request {interior design}

When you get a call from a client that needs to change her sweet baby girl's room to a big girl's room you don't hesitate one bit! Changing a room to reflect the growth of a child is so much fun because it hits home to me... I have a little girl growing like a weed! This project was so much fun for me... Hello pops of pink, blankets of turquoise, vibrant yellow mixed in with watermelon splashes! Now that's a little girl's room... Lucky!

 

Taking a crib out of a room for a child can be a big deal. That's all they know! So when you do so, you need to make the next transition be very fun for them. Distract the little one with colors and fluffy pillows, new night stands, chalkboard walls, vintage mirrors, custom silhouettes and a big poof ball... Oh my! The moment you do that the child will never remember their crib again. All they'll want to do is get in the big kid bed! Get them involved so they feel a part of their new room. Believe me that helps a lot... Of course you get the final say {smile}!

    

Just remember... Because your child is growing up that doesn't mean you can't have fun! Enjoy life with your little one!!! Shhhh maybe it's your time to bring out your inner wild side. lol

xoxo
Alexandra

calling all interns...

Well... It's about that time of year again that we need HELP! Our office is growing so we need more hands. Rustic rooster loves taking interns and helping them grow into budding designers. Our office environment is one that never can be matched! {We care... We help... We laugh... We have fun} If you're in need of some college interior design credits please contact, melissa@rusticrooster.com. This is a non-paid internship. We would love to meet with you!  

xoxo 

Alexandra

oh what a feeling...

 

 

I've really started realizing my distinct style lately. I know I'm getting older... But,  am I maturing more and more these days {wink}? Well, what ever it is I'm not going to fight it! Now that 2013 is here I want to really start honing in on my style or craft, as I should say... I try and try to get all trendy, but it doesn't work for me. I like the long haul in interior design. Something that's going to last and stay in the family forever. Do you get that way? Do you tend to go back to your classics? Just like your little black classic cocktail dress. You always go back to it and it lasts forever!  Hope I don't sound like a broken record to you all... I feel it's true in my heart and soul.  I've signed a few new clients that have inspired me to stay true to my roots. There is one in particular, a new client in Coronado, who has me giddy because she's exactly what I love. She loves the direction and I love the direction we're going in... Keeping all the classic elements are key in making your surroundings lasting. Remember you're investing in a room that you will have for a long time. Do it right! All these pictures above feel so good to me. They're extremely comforting. I want to make 2013 perfect for all of my clients! I feel like I'm on the right track... Oh I just LOVE that feeling! 

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it's time for this...

{Green Monster Smoothie}

1 banana, roughly chopped

4 or 5 strawberries

1/2 cup fresh blueberries

1 small peach, peeled and roughly chopped

1 heaping cup (or more) fresh spinach leaves,

thoroughly rinsed

splash vanilla soy milk

1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons honey

1/2 cup crushed ice

 * You need to try this... You'll love it {your kids will too}! *

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We're back! 

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! 2013 is going to be a great year... I can feel it in my bones! The rooster is back open from our little break! Yippee!!!! Stop by and say, Hi! We would love to hear about your vacation...  

RUSTIC ROOSTER 

{hours}

Tuesday - Saturday:

10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday & Monday: 

Closed

xoxo