Gorgeous porch inspiration for spring

First day of spring, and it's been snowing here in Maryland for 6 hours. Hopefully this is the last hurrah for winter. This year, I am determined to have some sort of little container garden on my front porch, so I've been collecting some inspiration. We don't have space or a roof for a swinging sofa,...

Creating a creative work space!

creative workspace home office. Fantastic way to organize and make lots of room in a very small or cramped room. Use vertical space for organization, filing, and storage.
Sometimes a work space isn't work related! Here's a few tips on how to make your work area a little more creative:via styleathomeTake the time to get it organized! Figure out how you work best, what you need to do that, and where it should go!via bloglovinGet rid of everything you don't need!! Don't let clutter get your in...

Start Fresh This Spring

Colorful rug in the kitchen
Nothing screams spring more like a fresh new start! via paigejonesBright and fresh new colors!via thedesignfilesBringing the outdoors in with fresh plants and greenery!via domainehomeStripping the bed from all those heavy curtains, blankets, and decor and giving it a light new face lift!via domainehomePlaying around with new colors!via homeditCleaning off that desk and starting new!

Truly fresh and inspired spaces

I strive for a home that is thoughtfully decorated and put together, but at the same time not so styled and polished that it doesn't look like anyone lives there.  It can be a hard balance to strike though, but if you take the time to pick out pieces, colors, and textures that are meaningful to you and fit...

Things I Envy

Méchant Studio Blog: huge words on wall
With all the remodeling going on in our house I am envying more spaces than usual! It's so much fun seeing what you had visioned for a room coming true and it makes you want to do so many more projects! If only we could leave the messy part out.. via mechantdesign Gorgeous brick and wood! via deavita Lots of space for dinner parties! via shelterness Storage galore! via southshoredecoratingblog Large...

Prepping for Spring with Global Views!

Global Views is showing off their new spring line and I thought I'd share with you some of my favorite choices they have:These rocky block vases are my favorite! The help bring the outdoors in and provide a space to add a little greenery inside as well. These Free formed Lily plates are stunning!This Poppy Pod Sculpture is elegant and...

Brilliant backsplashes

I guess it's pretty common when going through a remodel that other projects that weren't a part of the original plan creep in. One such project in my case is a backsplash. Currently our kitchen is painted in a vanilla colored flat paint, which makes cleaning above the stove a nightmare. Are there any good reasons not...

Molding Done Right

Glam up your bedroom with faux crown molding.
Crown molding, baseboards, chair rail, and more! There are so many ways to add a little elegance to room and here are a few examples that I love:via britvia homebunchvia desiretoinspirevia sadieandstellavia decorpadWhat's your favorite way to add a little glamour?

The Best of February

Pink & gray home office Photography: Deborah Zoe Photography - www.facebook.com/deborahzoephotography Read More: http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/2014/10/02/pink-gray-home-office/
Here is a collection of our best posts in February! Make sure you didn't miss anything:Subtle or bold colors, which do you prefer?Bringing in touches of wood.Black and white inspiration.Decorating with Roman Blinds.Some office love!A personal announcement! We are expecting!Decorating small spaces!What was your favorite post in February?

Rooms that make you double take

House Envy: Tour this Remodelled Spanish Home from 1928 - lark & linenlark & linen
Sometimes it's hard to look away at something so gorgeous, here are a few that I'm having trouble moving on from! What great inspiration.via jacquelynclarkthat tile!via vivafullhousethat ceiling!via homedesignboardthose beams!via houseofturquoisethose doors!via jacquelynclarkthose floors!Which one draws you in the most?