Posted
August 27, 2010 by
deb under
Inspiration Happy Friday everyone!
I have to say, I’m exhausted today. I’ve been nesting like a mad woman, organizing every room and closet in our home. I worked myself so hard on Wednesday night that I started getting contractions. After a night’s rest and a relaxing morning, I was ready to get back at it Thursday afternoon and haven’t stopped since. I have about 7 weeks to go until the little boy comes, but with my first being 3 weeks early, I’m feeling a giant push to get things done while I can still bend over.
A little Friday inspiration is in store for you. I’ve seen so many cute things this week that I just have to share with you.
DIY Sunburst Mirror that makes me crave fall for some reason. Is it the branches? {pictured above}
I’ve been taking an online Home Ec class to use with my new sewing maching. This is one project I’m looking forward to. Didn’t Amy do an awesome job?
I love balloons and I want to try this at the next event I host.
An easy $5 fall wreath. Oh, how I love fall!
Nom Nom Nom Nom Brownies. Yum!
Another nester organizing the nursery closet. It’s on my list!
Have you seen anything inspiring this week? Do tell.
I hope you have a great weekend. We’ll see you back here on Monday!
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Posted
August 25, 2010 by
deb under
Inspiration I was thumbing through Dwell and came across this barn transformed into a beautiful retreat located in Woodstock, VT. Rick Joy set out to create a farm home and barn – as a family and recreation oriented escape with the ability to host many visitors using local materials to create a “pure” and poetic design.
I think I could use a retreat right about now. To see more pictures of the Woodstock Farm Retreat, visit their flickr page here.
Architect: Rick Joy Architect
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Tags: woodstock farm
Posted
August 24, 2010 by
deb under
Inspiration Wouldn’t these hanging vases be great for dressing up an event, or hanging in a bright, sunny room?
{cb2}
{Ruffled}
{Napa Style}
{Do It Yourself}
{Event Jubilee}
Tags: hanging vases
Posted
July 30, 2010 by
deb under
Inspiration Getting ready for the baby is weighing heavily on the brain. I’m into my third trimester and feel like time is going faster than I can handle.
I have so much to do, and am hoping that any ounce of energy I have can stick around for as long as possible. Lord knows I need it because my husband will be out of town 90% of the time over the next 6 weeks.
I’m in the process of gathering a bunch of goodies to polish off my son’s room to accomodate the baby. It’s been really fun adapting what I have to make the room suitable for both the baby and toddler. Let’s just say this baby won’t have a light and airy nursery. It’s color to the max which judging by this guy’s movement, I’m pretty sure he will be okay with that.
I was feeling really good about my design, and then in my crazy emotional state started to doubt myself when I saw this lovely modern nursery over at make me studio.
It’s everything a nursery should be. And more.
Then I told myself that my design is okay. It will be wonderful. And fun. Because there truly is no “right” way to design. So I’m going with my gut, and what I feel is right.
Check out make me studio’s blog post about the nursery shown above— she was kind enough to share her findings so we can all copy her.
Have a great weekend!
Tags: Modern, nursery
Posted
July 9, 2010 by
erin under
Inspiration One thing that always draws my eye in design are the simple details. Ann Gish really draws me in with the simple details of her bedding lines.
Big Zip Bedding. One colored zipper on a white pillow with over-sized graphics. Gorgeous and simple, all at the same time.
Poppy Ivory Marina. Clean and crisp white with contrasting red graphics. Love it!
Island Big Quilt Dupione. Love the color and texture juxtapositions! Simply fabulous!
You can keep this principle in mind when you’re choosing items for your space! The simplest of details can go a long way!
Tags: ann gish, bedding
