An 18th Century Copenhagen apartment full of historical charm

I love older homes and buildings not only for their historical charm, but because each one is a little different. This is sometimes by design, and sometimes from the relationship the house has had with previous occupants.Love this room- great for napping or readingI really like that this home is obviously lived in - not just staged for the...

Need a little extra wardrobe space?

I saw this in issue 3 of Lonny Mag and I really thought it was a cool idea. We could all use a little extra closet space - but what I really like about this is that it shows you how to create a little extra space for your accessories. I know I would love a closet...

A great giveaway!! Chalkboard wall decals!

Wilson Graphics on Etsy has graciously offered to give one lucky commenter a chalkboard decal of his/her choice! To enter the contest simply leave a comment below (scroll to the bottom of the post and click the pink word "comments" there could be a number in front of the word), or email me at [email protected] are the decals...

A darling light and airy house

This house by KML Designs is just too cute. I don't know if I could realistically live with so much white, but I could probably do a room or two. I adore the quirky accents - like the polka dot wallpaper, and the accents in pretty colors.Cute wallpaper huh?via KML Designs

Two glamorous, unique spins on classic rooms

I want your opinion on these two renovations I found in House Beautiful. One is a kitchen that's decorated to feel more like a formal dining room. It's pretty neat - what do you think?One side of the kitchenThe other side of the "kitchen"This room is large so I think that's one major factor...

Vintage beauty – inspiring photos from “Robes of Earth” on Flickr

I discovered Robes or Earth's photostream on flickr while searching for photos of apothecary cabinets - and I think you'll agree that it's a find! The photos are from amazing museums around the artist's home of Melbourne Australia - like "an open-air recreation of a coal mining settlement in the 1880s in rural Australia" - Coal Creek. The...

The supercute apartment of a vintage clothing shop owner

This kitchen is tiny but functionalA nice little workspaceI like the vintage trunks as a nightstand - and check out the shoe storage underneathThe shopvia Indenfor.com

One of the best lampshade refab how-tos ever

Need a spring spruce up but no budget whatsoever? I found this how to and thought it might make a nice weekend project. I'd love to see before and after pics if anyone decides to give this a go!In order to read the directions - click on each image for a larger, legible view. Or, go to Nesting Newbies...

Gorgeous nature-inspired decor – vases, illuminaries, tealights, etc.

My trip to Boston in February left me with tons of inspiration and business cards from the plethora of adorable shops and boutiques. One of those shops was E.R. Butler & Co.; known for it's fine architectural details, but what made my jaw drop was the beautiful porcelain treasures and jewelry. Here are a few of my...

A “Belgian” rustic cottage with modern elegance

I'm not sure what "Belgian Rustic" means, but whatever it is I like it!The dark wood timbers mixed with lighter neutrals is a palette I've always liked, and the nod to nature and a rustic "tied-to-the-earth" aesthetic is relaxing and homey.Great sculpture!Love this wooden armoire.via Lonny Mag