Sunday, January 27, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013
Snapshot Decorating
One easy blog post that I have plenty of content for is my frequent shopping trips to home stores. I've learned to keep my phone out of my purse so I can snap pictures of all the little accessories that I love. Like any good "home dreamer" I am an expert window shopper but rarely walk out of the store with all of these great finds. I'm hoping to make it through my backlog of outings in hopes of inspiring you guys to get out and (window) shop too!
I came across a cookie/storage jar that reminded me of an Anthropologie canister I saw a while back. I love the similarly raised floral designs and overall shape, and while I'm not crazy about the butterfly on the top, I do like the added color (which happens to match my kitchen!) And at less than half the price, it's definitely a steal.
I was originally drawn to this canvas because it has a lot of the bright colors that I've used in my apartment and I thought it would be great to fill the blank wall my Christmas tree filled up for the last month or so. I also loved the mixed media on the owl (see the newsprint underneath the paint). Buuuuut, as it turns out the more I look at it, that owl creeps me out. Apparently I'm only interested in owl decor that is more of the cartoon-ized version.
Lastly at Pier 1, as I walked out the door this little place setting caught my eye - not the greatest picture. I have never thought to layer basic place mats for a more interesting, textured look. Just outside the picture at the top right they also had coordinating wine glasses. The burlap bird napkin holder is just icing on the . . . , er, plate.
I also stopped in HomeGoods in search of a new comforter or duvet. As usual, I had to look down every aisle and get distracted by all the pretty things. Over the last year of so I've really been in to the shabby chic / industrial design / country styles - whichever you prefer. I basically just like the natural woods and metals and even something with a little wear and tear to it. The occasional pop of color mixed in makes all of that even better.
That being said, I came across this great ladder-like storage shelf. It would be perfect in a loft as a bookshelf, open pantry, bathroom storage or even outside as a plant stand. It had a whitewashed effect over natural wood.
< This next HomeGoods nightstand made me want to do a little DIY-ing to create the same effect for my bedroom. I have been thinking of doing my room a little more modern with some crisp whites and grays mixed with a bright color. I currently have a make-shift nightstand (formerly a bathroom cabinet) to accommodate my raised bed. I think that it could look great in gray. I see a test run on painting and sanding in my future!
Back to my love of industrial design - I love the hard look of steel, pipes, cranks, wheels, etc, but I can't resist the feminine versions that have a little *SHINE* If it was a smidge bigger I would love to use this coiled bronze table in an entryway front and center (a la Phoebe Howard) or pushed up against an entry wall donned with a beautiful flowing floral arrangement and wall sconces. *By far my favorite piece of the weekend!
And HomeGoods never has a shortage of shiny eye candy. I'd take any one of these faux silver pieces for a bookshelf or side table.
< This last find is nothing spectacular, but something more for inspiration. I have four storage bins under my tv that really only match, well, the tv - black on black on shiny black (see right). These Kirkland's bins - in my apartment colors! - have a great pattern that could liven up my plain bins. I'm thinking of painting the bases of my black bins a bright color like blue, yellow, green, or orange and then finding a patterned paper I can wrap custom cardboard lids in. Another project on the list! I'll let you know how it goes.
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| Peony Cookie Jar, Pier 1 |
I came across a cookie/storage jar that reminded me of an Anthropologie canister I saw a while back. I love the similarly raised floral designs and overall shape, and while I'm not crazy about the butterfly on the top, I do like the added color (which happens to match my kitchen!) And at less than half the price, it's definitely a steal.
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| 18x24, Pier 1 |
I was originally drawn to this canvas because it has a lot of the bright colors that I've used in my apartment and I thought it would be great to fill the blank wall my Christmas tree filled up for the last month or so. I also loved the mixed media on the owl (see the newsprint underneath the paint). Buuuuut, as it turns out the more I look at it, that owl creeps me out. Apparently I'm only interested in owl decor that is more of the cartoon-ized version.
Lastly at Pier 1, as I walked out the door this little place setting caught my eye - not the greatest picture. I have never thought to layer basic place mats for a more interesting, textured look. Just outside the picture at the top right they also had coordinating wine glasses. The burlap bird napkin holder is just icing on the . . . , er, plate.
I also stopped in HomeGoods in search of a new comforter or duvet. As usual, I had to look down every aisle and get distracted by all the pretty things. Over the last year of so I've really been in to the shabby chic / industrial design / country styles - whichever you prefer. I basically just like the natural woods and metals and even something with a little wear and tear to it. The occasional pop of color mixed in makes all of that even better.
That being said, I came across this great ladder-like storage shelf. It would be perfect in a loft as a bookshelf, open pantry, bathroom storage or even outside as a plant stand. It had a whitewashed effect over natural wood.
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| HomeGoods night stand |
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| My storage cabinet turned night stand. |
Back to my love of industrial design - I love the hard look of steel, pipes, cranks, wheels, etc, but I can't resist the feminine versions that have a little *SHINE* If it was a smidge bigger I would love to use this coiled bronze table in an entryway front and center (a la Phoebe Howard) or pushed up against an entry wall donned with a beautiful flowing floral arrangement and wall sconces. *By far my favorite piece of the weekend!
And HomeGoods never has a shortage of shiny eye candy. I'd take any one of these faux silver pieces for a bookshelf or side table.
< This last find is nothing spectacular, but something more for inspiration. I have four storage bins under my tv that really only match, well, the tv - black on black on shiny black (see right). These Kirkland's bins - in my apartment colors! - have a great pattern that could liven up my plain bins. I'm thinking of painting the bases of my black bins a bright color like blue, yellow, green, or orange and then finding a patterned paper I can wrap custom cardboard lids in. Another project on the list! I'll let you know how it goes.
Thanks for reading! Have fun window shopping this week!
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Sunday Inspiration
I recently found this quote, via Pinterest, and have loved referring back to it since the start of the new year. I always am one to worry and overthink what I'm going to do next and I let myself give the excuse of "I'll do that when . . ." So here's hoping 2013 is my year of taking advantage of my current situation and being happy in the moment! (Not to mention getting around to showing off all my little projects, ideas, and love for decorating.)
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