art

DIY artwork can typically look a little...well...like you made it yourself.  When I saw this photo I thought, I can do that!  This is my inspiration for making pieces that look like I invest in artwork.  A piece like this might just have to belong in my home office...which by the way, I will soon have before and after photos so everyone can see the transformation.  I just have a few more tweaks before I show it off!

friday quote

If I could take one thing away from the movie The Help it would be this line...



Love it!

stripes

I have been obsessed with stripes as of lately, and according to the stores everyone else is too!  Here are some good finds...

Striped Sweater Skirt $158.00

Striped Bag $29.95

Striped Shoes $34.95

Striped crop top $35.99

Striped rug $19.95-$299.00

*Via: jcrew.com, nyandcompany.com, nyandcompany.com, bluefly.com, crateandbarrel.com

wall decals

I have been seeing some great modern wall decals lately.  Gone are the days of worded decals "Home is where the heart is" in the kitchen.  Now take a look at some of this art for your walls:

They are typically not permanent, so you can stick them to your walls without any damage!



*Via: allmodern.com

friday quote

Happy Friday, Enjoy the weekend!

home office decisions

I think I have finally made some decisions after tons of searching for the right pieces for my home office.  I am trying to do this on a very tight budget but get pieces that really work for what I need.  What do you think?





5' x 7' Urban Outfitters Rug: $74.00




71"W x 31"D Ikea dining table as the desk: $219.00



31"W x 15"D x 59"H Ikea Bookshelf.  I will turn this on it's side, place it behind my desk to act as my credenza: $69.99





    For my DIY project I think I will search for some old frames, paint them and put cork in the frames for my inspiration boards, similar to this...

home office

I am still thinking about what I want to do to my home office and I keep coming across inspirational images.  Which is your favorite?



These first two pictures are probably my favorite.  I love the vintage looking desk and all of the storage cubbies but, the main question is...do I put the desk in the center of the room or...





Against the wall?  How cozy does this chair look?  Might as well be as comfortable as possible while working.



I don't love the rug or sofa put I thought this was a great way to capitalize on the space of a small room.





This is a very eclectic room and although I would change the wall vinyl I love that it feels like a very creative space.



west elm's spring catalog

I am loving seeing the spring catalogs slowly filtering through the mail.  It makes me look forward to warmer weather during this drab winter.  I just received West Elm's and there are a quite a few of goodies, here are some of the items on my wish list...



*Via: West Elm

floor poufs

For whatever reason I seem to be obsessed with floor poufs lately.  If you don't know what a floor pouf is get ready to be in love...

They can be used as a cocktail table...



an ottoman...



extra seating...



a bright accent to add a pop of color to the room and function as all of the above!

*Via: West Elm, CB2, Etsy

friday quote

After the week I have had I feel like I need to tattoo this quote on my body.  Have a happy, peaceful, and relaxing weekend!

happy new year

Happy New Year!  Here's to hoping this is the best year yet.  With that being said maybe I can wish for a year with less personal growth and challenges, I think it's time for an easy breezy year, are you with me?