The Dos and Dont’s of Kitchen Decorating
Decorating magazines can be a great source of inspiration, but they can often overlook the basics. The problem is that basics are a big deal to the first-timer decorator. Getting your kitchen perfect is no simple process, and we can’t take anything for granted. So in order to help, we’ve assembled the most essential dos and dont's of kitchen...
Inspiration and tips for organizing your craft space
The better organized and pretty your craft space, the more you are going to get out of it. Below are a few tips for getting it back in shape and lots of eye candy full of inspiration. These are coming at you from BHG. My additions are in italics.Clean Out Clutter. Test all the craft supplies...
Bright, airy, and beautiful spaces to brighten up your Monday
Ugh - I'm feeling this Monday pretty hard. I'd love to just layout in a chaise on my balcony and read and nap. I thought these white and bright images might be a little pick-me-up...How pretty is this hammock?via Hubsch Interior
Closet organizing inspiration!
I have 3 closets in my small apartment, which is great. The problem is that Chris and I have way more than three closets worth of stuff. So, I've been scouting out some good ideas to maximize that space. Here's what I've found:I don't know who only has 15 items hanging in the closet, but there...
The home office/studio of one of my favorite graphic designers/bloggers
Designer Fabien Barral's blog, Graphic Exchange, is always my go-to site for design inspiration when I'm starting a new project and feel a little bit of designer's block. He has a way of finding the most stunning work being produced in the graphic design world - especially when it comes to typography. It was no surprise really...
It’s beginning to look a lot like fall…
I do not like cold weather. I'd pick 90 degrees and humid over 30 degrees any day. However, I LOVE autumn. Hands down the best season for fashion, a number of outdoor activities, and the return of the sense of coziness.via Artessen via The City Sage2 above via Habitually Chic3 above via Artessen via AutomatismI love...
A Vermont home – full of nature and autumn inspiration
This home is featured in the most recent issue of Country Living - and I really like it. It's country but not too sweet, and nature-inspired, but does it in a unique way. See below-What initially attracted me to this story was the homeowner - Laura Zindel's amazing earthy ceramics. Perfect for Halloween! You can purchase and/or...
A love affair: tribal rugs – and where to find them on sale…
Oriental rugs are a classic that are seeing a big revival as of late. We're seeing them everywhere, and modern interiors and traditional interiors are sporting these tribal beauties.Oriental rugs as seen in Amanda Peet's popular Domino house tour.2 images above via Dominovia Trad HomeLuckily you don't need to have tons of money to get your own - I've...
Pretty Swedish interiors that will take your breath away
I don't know if I've seen a Swedish home I don't like - look at how pretty these are!Great lighting in this room...pretty sure that pendant is Ikea.How great would it be to walk into your home to a fire like this?Have a fantastic weekend everyone!via Alvhem Makleri
Small kitchens that still get the job done…
Chris and I don't have a very large kitchen in our new apartment. It has no windows, but a decent sized pantry - which really helps. Counter space is scant - so we purchased a long, narrow baker's cart at ikea - which was worth every penny. I'm about to stencil the kitchen with a sheen effect...