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Call me crazy…

19 Apr

Call me crazy, but I totally want to recreate this “Boho” look while I’m working on a new headboard for the master bedroom. I think I will just put the mattresses on the floor with my new white linen duvet with a pile of pillows. Sounds like a fun idea for a while.

Some headboard inspiration, via Things that Inspire. I haven’t fully decided what I want to do yet for the headboard but I am looking to find the coolest/most affordable option. Will let you know what creative idea I come up with…whenever that may be.

Que the Deep Breath and “Cute!!”

19 Apr

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Had to post this super cute room, via Willow Decor because it was one of those moments where I had to take a deep breath and say “CUUUTE”!

Wall Color Inspiration

3 Apr

Picked the wall colors and painting is in progress. My inspiration was this beautiful picture via Sarah Klassen/Haute Design. The Tiffany Blue, Taupy Grey, and Coral Pink flow beautifully together. Pictures soon of my interpretation of this color scheme.

Final House Hunting Scrapbook!

26 Mar

We are finally closing on the house on Monday, then projects I have dreamed about doing for a few years now will finally begin. I have a lot of work ahead of me so I thought I would take one last moment to post another “reminder” blog with inspirational pictures I have been hoarding in my archive. Have a great weekend, and come back next week to watch the progress begin on my new home renovation!

Lovin the white drapes!

The pops of color in the zebra prints are fabulous!

I am planning on making banquette seating in the kitchen. Love this one.

A unique vanity and vessel sink.

I love this rustic sign.

Fabulous wallpaper for the bath.

I absolutely love this wire basket as a shelf. Planning on putting something like this in my kitchen and bathrooms.

Living Room Plans

24 Feb

Just found a really fun site called Olioboard where you can create design plans with any of your favorite items online. You can choose wall colors, flooring, furniture, lighting, etc… I may be behind a little on this but never the less I had a blast creating my living room plans for my new house. Can wait to implement the plans. Of course this will look a lot more amazing in person and there will be some slightly more creative additions but this is a good way for me to see the ideas coming together. Visit Olioboard to start your own design plans and have a blast with all the options!

House Hunting Wall Color Scrapbook

21 Feb

So we found a house and I am so excited to finally have a place of my own. I have so many projects built up in me that I can finally make happen. Of course the first thing that enters your head when decorating your new home is wall colors. So I am scouring the blogs looking for some fabulous paint colors. Here is my scrapbook so far.

So many options! How does one even begin to decide what colors to use? Well do what I do and comprise a scrapbook of rooms that appeal to you. This will help you remember the colors you like and what elements in the rooms appeal to you when you start decorating your new home. Hope you find some wall colors you like as well as other design elements that these fabulous rooms display. I can’t wait to start blogging about my own home and sharing with you more and more of my design secrets. Stay tuned!

House Hunting Scrapbook

16 Jan

Since the last round of house hunting didn’t pan out, I haven’t had a ton of those “designer wheels can’t stop turning” moments. Being in a rental, where you can only change so much kinda puts the “kibosh” on that. But you know as soon as the house hunting talk is back on my mind has been reeling with ideas of designs plans. So time for another “house hunting scrapbook” post. I have to post my most inspiring images now, so in a few months I can remember those moments of inspiration. So for the sake of my terrible memory, be inspired by these fabulous design pics.

These are my IKEA curtains! One of the greatest things I ever bought at IKEA and for some strange reason I only bought one pair. They discontinued these of course. Why?????? I have hunted for these curtains on Ebay, Craigslist, you name it… They are so fabulous and the colors so soft. So if any one out there wants to get rid of theirs let me know. But why would you? These guys have popped up in magazines, in TLC’s  “What Not to Wear” studio, and at least I have one pair. This image above via Desire to Inspire is such a inspiration as to how to decorate with something I already have.

These floors are so chic! They are a wood and tile combo. A first glance, I thought to myself, “I can paint the floors to look like that!” Then I hesitated, “That would be too risky for resale.” Ugh… I get so tired of hearing/thinking that. I immediately decided that this kind of bold, creative designing is what really makes a room! So I am reminding myself that I will not be afraid to take risks for the sake of fabulous design. You may see some pics in the future of a floor in my home looking very similar to this image via Things That Inspire.

I love the grouping of mirrors on the wall in this room! Reminder to mix it up when it comes to wall art. Symmetry is for the birds! via Dress, Design, and Decor

I can’t remember where I found this image (SORRY!), but I had to post it! The color palette is something I have desired to achieve for years! I am almost there I think. Finally letting go of some items that are just too colorful for the sake of a soothing, spa-like color palette that I can relax in. Reminds me of a chic Paris apartment on a breezy summer day. I dream!

I love this wall color! via CoteDeTexas

I love this bed cover! I am pretty sure I can make this. Not a huge fan of the mantel headboard, I want a tufted headboard instead. I love the embroidered linens though! via Velvet and Linen

That’s all I’ve got for now. Until next time!

Neutral Bliss!

7 Dec

Soft, Airy, and Spa like…neutrals are bliss when it comes to decor. They never go out of style and they create a relaxing space. Here are some of the products on my “Neutral” wish list. My favorite thing in this room? The window treatments of course. They look like a wedding dress. So full, so lovely!

A must have, and high on my wish list is a French settee. This one from Shades of Light is fabulous chic in this trellis print with button details. Love it!

Also from Shades of Light this beaded basket chandelier is rustic and chic at the same time. The beads are on rope adding a surprising detail that makes this chandelier so unique!

Artwork from Z-Gallerie. These posters are available everywhere, but this one is nicely framed.

Luxury linens are a must to create a relaxing oasis in your bedroom. These linens from Belle Notte and Papillon Linens are on the top of my list!

An antique rug can add depth to your decor. A “time loved” elegance with great texture to add interest to neutral decors. The more worn the better in my opinion. Antique rugs are usually an investment, but they are built to last and create a look like no other.

Thanks for reading and I hope everyone is having a great Holiday Season!

Random Inspiration

17 Oct

Some random weekend inspiration…because my husband is watching the baseball game on our TV…enjoy!

A Beautiful Booth!

21 Sep

I was blog surfing my favorite blogs when I ran across this beautifully inspiring market booth by Papillon Linens (my favorite bed linens shop). I didn’t realize they sold more than bedding, but I was so inspired by their booth I just had to post the pics.

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