Bring In Some Orange

Starting this week off bright and exciting! Although orange can seem like a scary color to work with, I wanted to show you some inspiration today that might make you change your mind about loud colors in general.  I actually always try to incorporate some orange in my office, because it supposedly boosts creativity! Used in the right way,...

Blogs I’m Loving!

Check out some of the amazing blogs I've found recently that are definitely worth a read:This dinning room screams glamorous to me! The glass above the fireplace makes a huge statement and the rest of this Victorian house tour is lovely - check it out at styleinsideuk.I am anxiously waiting for one of my favorite bloggers books that's out on...

Layers of color: how to break away from monochrome and embrace color

Sometimes, you can describe what you mean - you need to a picture.  I think the following examples are a great way to describe how to layer different colors in a space to create a harmonious and memorable room. I've been thinking of painting my office a peachy pink, so it's nice to see real examples. Scared?  Start with the guest...

Layers of color: how to break away from monochrome and embrace color

Sometimes, you can describe what you mean - you need to a picture.  I think the following examples are a great way to describe how to layer different colors in a space to create a harmonious and memorable room. Scared?  Start with the guest bed bedding to try your hand at mixing colors.  From their you can build the confidence...

Adorable, picturesque Bruges: Continuing on with my summer 2010 backpacking trip

Bruges, Belgium is not to be missed.  It is so cute and charming, and just the right size that you don't feel like you are missing anything.  I'll let the pictures do the talking though.  In the meantime, if you want to read more about Bruges, check out the wikipedia page.The Market squareThe famous BelfryUnique and adorable houses aboundAnyone...

Absolutely beautiful, elegant bedrooms

via Lonny Magvia House Beautifulvia Interiors Pornvia FLickrvia Elle Decor

Absolutely beautiful, elegant bedrooms

via Lonny Magvia House Beautifulvia Interiors Pornvia FLickrvia Elle Decor

Patio Inspiration

Utilize your space under your deck. Always a great idea. Great job here.
Where we live, it's not uncommon for the deck to be off the second story and there be an open space or patio with a walk out basement. What to do with that open space can be a struggle for many! Here are a few ideas to get you inspired to use that extra space instead of wasting it: One of...

Friday Favorites

With the amount of things that go through my inbox on a daily basis as well as great finds I see while I am out and about, I figured I'd start sharing some of my favorite things with you all!This sunburst mirror is $299 from One Kings Lane and it's absolutely stunning! There are so many spaces in my house...

DIY: How to change out a wall mounted light fixture

This post may not be the typical sort of thing I feature, but I was lucky enough to receive two lighting fixtures from Westside Wholesale and wanted to show them off in a meaningful way by showing you step by step out to change out a wall mounted light fixture.  The lighting that was installed in our master bath when...