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PILLOW TALK & COCKTAILS WITH AMERICASMART ATLANTA

I'm Erika Ward

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Last Saturday, I along with four of Atlanta’s hottest design bloggers, spoke at a AmericasMart’s panel discussion, Pillow Talk and Cocktails. Prior to the seminar, we were each given a pillow form and asked to design a cover based on our inspiration and current design trends. Other discussion included blogging and its benefits for interior designers and retailers.

l-r: Sherry Hart (Design Indulgence), Kari Fisher (Buy Well, Buy Once), me, Dayka Robinson (Meditations on Life and Style), and Capella Kincheloe (A Curated Lifestyle)

The brown pillow (floor right) with the contrasting rosettes was designed and fabricated by yours truly. For this design I drew inspiration from the beautiful reclaimed wood furniture and lighting we are seeing everywhere from showrooms to showhouses.

1st photo: l-r: Amanda Cheek and Tess Tuberville (AmericasMart Atlanta)
2nd photo: Dayka Robinson and I

1st photo: Carla Schwartz (Decorativity) 2nd photo: Capella Kincheloe

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l-r: Kari Fisher and Sherry Hart

l-r: Darcy Harris (The VIP Room), Kathy Beveal (AmericasMart Atlanta),
Melanie Woodroffe (Capitol de Beaute)


Our one of a kind pillows were given away as door prizes for the guest!

A huge thank you to the folks at AmericasMart for the invitation! We all had an amazing time!

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DESIGN OBSESSED, ATLANTA GO-TO GIRL, STYLE CHAMELEON, BEACH LOVER. 

HI,
I'M ERIKA.

Beyond the Blueprint is a curated journal where legacy, lifestyle, and intentional design converge.

Here, I share stories from the heart of my home and the homes I create—faith-filled reflections, family rhythms, wellness practices, and design inspiration rooted in grace and purpose.

From motherhood and marriage to the sidelines of Friday night lights, each entry offers a glimpse into the layered life I live—and the brands, spaces, and values that support it.

Whether you're here to be inspired, encouraged, or aligned, welcome. This is life beyond the blueprint

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