16 Friday Jan 2015
Posted in Life
Some of you might remember when I did an ‘Inspirational Words for your Friday” post a while back. I’ve decided to do another one to put us all in a good mood for the weekend. Here are 12 of my current faves. Enjoy!
Source: My Ain’t That the Truth Pinterest Board
Are there any words that are inspiring you these days… or just making you laugh?
Ciao for Now
15 Thursday Jan 2015
Posted in Furniture, Interior Design
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chair, couch, Luxe, ottoman, pillow, sofa, velvet furniture, velvet furntiure
I’m adding another obsession to the list… velvet furniture. I can’t get enough of it. Whether the color is vibrant or muted, these pieces are just so luxe and buttery.
Feast your eyes on 20 of my favorite picks…
Source: My Designing Interiors Pinterest Page
Are you loving velvet as much as I am?
Ciao for Now,
14 Wednesday Jan 2015
Posted in Decor, Fashion, Here & Now
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agenda, catchall, decor, Dusty Rose, Dusty Rose Kickers, espadrilles, fashion, notebook, pink, planner, sequin pillow, tray
I’m in a dusty rose sort of mood today and here’s what I’m coveting Here & Now…
How adorable are these espadrilles?!? They come in black too… you know, in case you want 1 of each color.
Shopbop
This planner is the perfect new year’s item to get you organized. How chic would you look pulling this little notebook out in a meeting?
Poketo
I’m loving this suede catchall. The color, the texture, the little gold snaps… just perfection!
West Elm
Okay, take some pink, add some sequins, put it on a pillow and you have an item that I must have in my house… fabulous!
H&M
Ciao for Now,
13 Tuesday Jan 2015
Posted in Decor, Fashion, Trend Alert
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Bumble Bee Accessories, Bumble Bee Decor, Bumble Bee Gold Foil Print, Bumble Bee iPhone Case, Bumble Bee Stationary, Bumble Bee Stud Earrings, Bumble Bee Wallpaper, decor, fashion, Interior design, jewelry, trendy gifts
Call me trendy (lol), but I love coming across details that cross over from interior design to fashion. Today it’s all about the bumble bee. If you’re like me, you’re terrified of the little buggers (and will scream at the sight), but that doesn’t mean you can’t love them as a style detail.
1. Bumble Bee Wallpaper – Farrow & Ball | 2. Bumble Bee Stationary – Sugar Paper | 3. Gold Foil Bumble Bee Print – Willow And Olive via Etsy | 4. Bumble Bee iPhone Case – CaseCavern via Etsy | 5. Bumble Bee Stud Earrings – Red Truck Designs via Etsy
Any insect details that you’re bugging out over?
Ciao for Now,
12 Monday Jan 2015
Posted in Interior Design
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black kitchen cabinets, gold hardware, gold kitchens, grey kitchen cabinets, kitchen, white kitchen cabinets
Happy Monday!
Okay, so here’s the deal. My kitchen needs a major makeover. The problem is that I’m renting so I need some non-permanent updates. So, after hours of admiring kitchens on Pinterest, it hit me… GOLD! I know, my obsession with gold continues, but in all seriousness, I’m convinced that adding gold hardware to my kitchen cabinets will make all the difference.
To prove my point, I’ve compiled 11 (I couldn’t stop at 10) of my favorite kitchens that show off some lovely gold hardware.
Source: My Kitchens Pinterest Board
What do you think? Would you consider gold hardware in your kitchen?
Ciao for Now,
09 Friday Jan 2015
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Now that I’m on my pre-baby #2 maternity leave, I have a little bit of free time on my hands. So I got to thinking… this is the perfect time to try my hands at a little bit of Pinterest-inspired DIY.
Of course, I have almost no sewing skills, so I’ve been on the hunt for some no-sew simple DIYs. I’m thinking of making a mobile for the girl’s room and I came across these paper-based DIYs that could make for a super cute mobile.
Source: My ‘Now That’s Crafty’ Pinterest Board
Do you have a favorite? Any DIYs you’re looking to try?
Ciao for Now,
08 Thursday Jan 2015
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black heart sequin pillow, brass floor lamp, bronze floor lamp, chic, dresser, furniture, gold knobs, kids furniture, nightstand, playful, sale, The Land of Nod, upholstered chair
For those of you with kiddos, you’ve probably already discovered one of my favorite sites, The Land of Nod. But even if you don’t have kids, you should definitely check them out. Their pieces are amazing… playful enough for kids, but chic enough for us grown-ups.
Here are 5 finds that I’m obsessed with right now.
Clockwise from top left: Sequin Heart Pillow | Dresser | Bronze Floor Lamp | Nightstand | Upholstered Chair
I mean, seriously, how chic are these pieces? Do you have a favorite?
P.S. All of their furniture is 15% off thru Monday, so if you have your eye on a piece, I suggest you swoop it up quickly!
Ciao for Now,
07 Wednesday Jan 2015
Posted in Here & Now
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Anna Joyce, brass, celestial, gold crescent moon decor, moon & star earring studs, paper star DIY, star garland, star-print napkins
It’s been a while since I’ve done my standard Wednesday ‘Here & Now’ post, but not to fret… I’m bringin’ it back. And for this 2015 inaugural H&N post, I’m going with a celestial theme.
Loving this golden accent. A little moonlight never hurt nobody, right?!?
Les Petits Bohemes
This star garland looks so simple to make. Of course I’d use gold paper, perhaps with some pastel pink thrown in. I’m thinking of making some to go over baby #2’s crib… Yes?
a-hole with a blog
These star-printed napkins are ADORABLE. Chic, cool & playful all at the same time… magic! 
These dainty earrings are so lovely. I love the mis-matchedness (not a word… I know), but you get my drift.
Upper Metal Class via Etsy
Ciao for Now,
06 Tuesday Jan 2015
Posted in Architecture & Exteriors
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blue door, bright door, colorful doors, doors, green door, home exteriors, pastel, pastel door, pink door, pop of color, purple door, vibrant, vibrant door, yellow door
Okay, I don’t know why, but I have this thing with doors… especially colorful ones. So I decided to round up 27 (yes, count them, 27) of my favorite swoon-worthy colorful doors.
From vibrant pops of color to soft pastel hues (and a black one thrown in for good measure), I’m loving every single on of these. Knock, knock!
Image Sources: My Admiring Exteriors Pinterest Board
Just gorgeous, right!?!
Ciao for Now,
04 Sunday Jan 2015
Posted in Decor, Furniture, Trend Alert
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brass, decorative object, faceted, geometric, gold, gold decor, golden nugget, golden nuggets, lamp, metallic, origami decor, pendant, polygon, sideboard, vase
Happy New Year! Okay, I know I’m a little late, but, for most of us, today is “back to reality” day. So, I thought I’d provide some ‘golden nuggets’ to brighten your day.
By now, you all know about my obsession with gold (here, here and here are just a few examples), and then there’s my love of geometric decor… put those together and you have items that I’m absolutely obsessed with.
Here are 5 picks I have my eye on.
Clockwise from top left: Polygon Object – Bliss Home & Design | Honeycomb Pendant – Dot & Bo | Vase – Uber Bazaar via houzz | Faceted Gold Leaf Sideboard – Kathy Kou Home | Lamp – Masins Furniture via houzz
Any “nuggets” that are catching your eye lately?
Ciao for Now,
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