Updating your furniture: Auction, consignment, or online?
After moving into our new house, I'm realizing that some of the furnishings we picked out for our small apartment don't look so great in our new home. Some I can repurpose or find a different use for, but others I would rather swap for a version of a different size, color, etc... I never really throw things out...
Dreamy Beds
If there's one thing I want in my new home it's a dreamy bed! The kind you can't wait to curl up in at the end of the day and never want to leave! Here are a few beds I found that make me want to do just that!
This space feels so inviting, like sleeping on a cloud! I...
You must see this amazing Italian home in Medieval Civita!
Civita di Bagnoregio is a hilltop town in Italy, cut off from urban noise and cars. It's perch atop a hill kept it's architecture safe, and now only a foot bridge connects it to the rest of the world.In this Italian jewel, architect Patrizio Fradiani has converted a property into an amazing luxury escape and vacation rental. Check out...
Dark Bathrooms – What do you think?
I feel that over the past couple of years I've been seeing more and more dark bathrooms. It definitely creates a feeling that's elegant and chic, but is it something you would try in your home?The mirrors reflect a lot of light in this bathroom. Notice the picture hanging above the tub? I always wonder in these situations if...
A $75 Gift Certificate to shop at Novica – Giveaway!
We are excited to welcome back Novica for another fantastic giveaway! This is a great place to shop for home decor items from all over the world! If you don't remember from our last giveaway here is Novica's Mission:"We want to give artists and artisans around the world a global platform to express their true artistic talents and to...
Celebrating the 4th in Style!
Last summer I had the honor of guest blogging on 4th of July style for my good friends over at Bae Home, purveyors of AWESOME furnishings and decor based in San Francisco. I was doubly honored when they asked me for some style tips to share with their readers this 4th, and here's what I came up with
Loving the...
How to set up a room for a dinner party
A dinner party is a fantastic way to invite your friends into your home for some delicious food and great conversation. Now that I finally have a real dining room and a patio, I suspect Chris and I will be doing some more entertaining. Setting up for the party is half the fun! Tablescaping and lighting often take the...
My new house – living room inspiration!
We've been in our home for over a month now and things are still looking sparse and unfinished. Part of the reason is that I have just been so busy with my freelance web design business, and also because I want to take my time and really get it right. Since we probably spend the most time...
Vivian and Beverly Giveaway!
Today I am so excited to show of Laura - who started her own shop on Etsy called VivianandBeverly where she hand screen prints her own pieces for wall decor! She is giving away One Free Print Today!Check out what Laura has to say:Tell us a little bit about your shop:Here you will find original, hand-pulled screen prints. Some...
A truly heavenly kitchen
I'm pretty happy with the kitchen in our new home. It is definitely a huge upgrade from anything I've had before. Ideally I'd like to refinish the light maple colored cabinets in white, knockout one one to open it into the living room, and maybe even swap out the tile for hardwood. For now though, it will do, and...
