Nuevo Estilo, spotted via Mimosa Lane
If Eric's place had been dressed like that when we met, I would have been undressed in a hot minute.
TMI?
Also, no, I still have not had this baby.
TGIF indeed.
Interiors // Javier Castilla
August 16, 2013
My immediate giddy reaction to this space by Javier Castilla proves that I have not completely abandoned my masculine tendencies. I am in love.
Monday Blues // 39
June 17, 2013
Happy Monday, party people. Are we ready for another week? I actually have this week off with the intention of getting as many things knocked out as humanly possible....things like a waaaaaaaaay overdue eye appointment (I'd been putting this off because I heard rumor that your vision can change during pregnancy, but I'm supremely delinquent on the pair of contacts I've been wearing)...touring the hospital...looking into daycare...finding a pediatrician....working on the nursery (and now the office that is frighteningly overrun with homeless items previously in the nursery)...you know, all of the fun stuff that's hard to tackle on top of regular life.
I might sneak some fun in there, too.
What we WON'T be tackling anytime soon is our master bedroom. I knew this would be the case from day one, but I still itch to make our room a sanctuary. I have been dead set on charcoal grass cloth, but can't seem to pull the trigger because of the price tag. It's just too extravagant when there are so many other things draining the bank account. So we will continue to hold out until that can happen....or until I change my mind on the grass cloth. Whichever comes first.
I came across this master bedroom designed by Emily Henderson recently, and I really love the look and feel. Fresh, bold, and the right mix of old and new. Definitely going into the inspiration file.
Those geode lamps were overdone in blogland with a quickness, so I haven't considered them despite the assortment of delicious candy colors....until I saw the picture above. And now I really want one! A burl wood campaign dresser perch wouldn't hurt either.
Love how she faked larger windows with the curtains. Also sort of obsessed with the gold curtains and curtain rods. Delicious contrast with the blues. Well done, Emily.
Not that she needs my approval. I think we already knew she was awesome, didn't we?
I might sneak some fun in there, too.
What we WON'T be tackling anytime soon is our master bedroom. I knew this would be the case from day one, but I still itch to make our room a sanctuary. I have been dead set on charcoal grass cloth, but can't seem to pull the trigger because of the price tag. It's just too extravagant when there are so many other things draining the bank account. So we will continue to hold out until that can happen....or until I change my mind on the grass cloth. Whichever comes first.
I came across this master bedroom designed by Emily Henderson recently, and I really love the look and feel. Fresh, bold, and the right mix of old and new. Definitely going into the inspiration file.
Those geode lamps were overdone in blogland with a quickness, so I haven't considered them despite the assortment of delicious candy colors....until I saw the picture above. And now I really want one! A burl wood campaign dresser perch wouldn't hurt either.
Emily Henderson, photography by David Tsay
Love how she faked larger windows with the curtains. Also sort of obsessed with the gold curtains and curtain rods. Delicious contrast with the blues. Well done, Emily.
Not that she needs my approval. I think we already knew she was awesome, didn't we?
Art Inspired // Jenny Andrews Anderson
June 5, 2013
I still remember the very first day one of my co-workers introduced me to My Favorite and My Best. I was hooked immediately. There was tons of decor porn, some spot on moodboards, much hilarity, and promises of dairy free eating equaling less cellulite. I think my first comment was something like "can we please be best friends???"
Fast forward several years and now the girl is blowing up the art scene. Well, my art scene at least. And now everyone's if you read a little known shelter mag called House Beautiful (check the June editor's letter). I was lucky enough to snag one of her first paintings (still need to frame it. major fail) and I swear she just keeps getting better and better. Her palettes are always nails. Color selection is truly a skill and she has it.
Jenny Instagrammed one of her latest paintings last night (it was snagged immediately) and suggested it would be perfect for a nursery. I agree. I love the idea of a super neutral space with the barely gray walls (or a super pale pink if decorating for a little miss) and a crazy soft white shag rug so her work is center stage.
Fast forward several years and now the girl is blowing up the art scene. Well, my art scene at least. And now everyone's if you read a little known shelter mag called House Beautiful (check the June editor's letter). I was lucky enough to snag one of her first paintings (still need to frame it. major fail) and I swear she just keeps getting better and better. Her palettes are always nails. Color selection is truly a skill and she has it.
Jenny Instagrammed one of her latest paintings last night (it was snagged immediately) and suggested it would be perfect for a nursery. I agree. I love the idea of a super neutral space with the barely gray walls (or a super pale pink if decorating for a little miss) and a crazy soft white shag rug so her work is center stage.
You can see all of Jenny's work here. If you see one you love but it's sold, she takes commissions!
Interiors // Simplicity
May 23, 2013
I have been craving simplicity lately. With a to-do list as long as my arm and no end in sight (for every one item I cross off, three more appear), I can't get the idea of a long, peaceful weekend locked away in a beach-front cabin out of my head. No tv, no computer...just a couple of books, some good company, maybe a deck of cards, a few board games and a fridge full of garden fresh items to put one of my most underutilized pinboards to good use.
You pickin up what I'm puttin down?
Monday Blues // 36
May 20, 2013
Lurve this long time.
That Jamie Meares knows a thing or two about pattern play, doesn't she?
That Jamie Meares knows a thing or two about pattern play, doesn't she?
Decor // Nursery Inspired
May 15, 2013
Try as I might, I can't stop thinking about this nursery finally coming together. I mean, I have definitely been nesting these past few months but now that the room is painted, I want nothing more than to start getting things in place.
The walls are the same delicious soothing light gray as our family room (the name of the color escapes me now, but it's Ben Moore) and we've repurposed the old family room rug for this room. We'll probably also be repurposing the "Jimenez dresser" as it is affectionately named from the dining room to use as a dresser/changing table. I randomly snagged a giant stuffed giraffe (a la this guy) at a garage sale last summer (totally not even pregnant at the time -- holy psycho) for $5 so that will make its way in there as well. And the crib that I used as a baby will be code compliant once Eric makes a few adjustments, so Baby Reed will use the same crib that my brother and I did!
I know. So fun, right?
* And, seriously, I married a fire protection engineer so things will be compliant. I know what you other mommies are thinking about using an old crib. *
Anyway, just thought I'd round up a few fun bits and pieces I've seen on the internets and longed for...
I'm learning that gender neutral is not that hard when it comes to decorating the room. Clothes, however, are a whole different story.
Also, mix in some vintage goodness up there. And apparently there will be an animal slant if my tendencies win out :)
The walls are the same delicious soothing light gray as our family room (the name of the color escapes me now, but it's Ben Moore) and we've repurposed the old family room rug for this room. We'll probably also be repurposing the "Jimenez dresser" as it is affectionately named from the dining room to use as a dresser/changing table. I randomly snagged a giant stuffed giraffe (a la this guy) at a garage sale last summer (totally not even pregnant at the time -- holy psycho) for $5 so that will make its way in there as well. And the crib that I used as a baby will be code compliant once Eric makes a few adjustments, so Baby Reed will use the same crib that my brother and I did!
I know. So fun, right?
* And, seriously, I married a fire protection engineer so things will be compliant. I know what you other mommies are thinking about using an old crib. *
Anyway, just thought I'd round up a few fun bits and pieces I've seen on the internets and longed for...
1 leather hippo (similar) // 2 galaxy pillow // 3 tufted spots pouf
I'm learning that gender neutral is not that hard when it comes to decorating the room. Clothes, however, are a whole different story.
Also, mix in some vintage goodness up there. And apparently there will be an animal slant if my tendencies win out :)
Interiors // Rue Magazine
May 9, 2013
First, I have to say that you guys are ridiculously awesome for your comments/insta comments yesterday. Hi-larious. Sectionals all around!
Second, I am obsessed with this feature in the latest Rue Magazine. And not just because Julie Pierce's place is totally nails (which it definitely is). More, I absolutely love every single word of her interview. I freak out all the time about how long it's taking me to decorate our house. I mean, it's been almost a year and a half and we still don't have a dining room table (or a sectional). That is, we don't have THE dining room table. Julie's wise words ease my anxiety....Not to mention the "final product" that is her home. Pretty amazing, if you ask me.
Second, I am obsessed with this feature in the latest Rue Magazine. And not just because Julie Pierce's place is totally nails (which it definitely is). More, I absolutely love every single word of her interview. I freak out all the time about how long it's taking me to decorate our house. I mean, it's been almost a year and a half and we still don't have a dining room table (or a sectional). That is, we don't have THE dining room table. Julie's wise words ease my anxiety....Not to mention the "final product" that is her home. Pretty amazing, if you ask me.
Interiors // Neutral Nurseries
March 27, 2013
Jamie Meares via Lonny magazine
Since Eric and I have our 20 week sonogram today (!!!!), it seemed appropriate to talk baby. In case you missed that, we are actually going to see our little nugget in there!! So amazing. I have been waiting for this day for ages. Things are definitely starting to get real around here. My belly is expanding enough that my current pants are just a wee too tight (for all of you other preggers ladies out there, Joe's maternity jeans are a dream), there's always something new happening with my body, we're looking at day care options and, frankly, I'm starting to freak out. Who decided that I should be responsible for a life?!
Monday Blues // 28
March 25, 2013
Holy. Amazing.
What a beautifully fresh juxtaposition of modern and traditional.
Anyone have an extra 4.7 mil laying around for me?
Interiors // Lofty Sophistication
January 31, 2013
Not so sure about that hippo, but I otherwise want to roll around on everything and pee in all the corners of this amaaaaaaaazing space to mark it as my own. Can you imagine? I suddenly need my warm red brick loft walls back in a big way.
Interiors // Heidi Merrick's (girly/not-so-girly) home
January 23, 2013
Just the other day, as I was perusing Glitter Guide's Style at Home archives, I came across Heidi Merrick's gorgeous abode. Even though I've seen it before and those beautiful shots have floated around Pinterest ever since, seeing it in its entirety let me view it with fresh eyes. And so I fell in love with each and every crisp, eclectic space all over again.
Interiors // Guest Room Inspiration
January 17, 2013
I mentioned last week that Eric and I have made some great progress on the house since the holidays. (Two full weeks of vacation always helps.) I have a pretty good vision for where most of the rooms are going . . . with the exception of the family room and G's/the guest room. Which is soooooo frustrating because G's room was literally the first one actually furnished. There are a lot of decisions left to make about finishes. I think my struggle is in making it fit for a preteen's taste while still being somewhat neutral and welcoming for adult guests.
Not as easy as I thought it would be. Especially after covering the walls in Kalamata Olive.
But we will get there, I know this.
I stumbled upon this room the other night on Pinterest and am completely reinspired. I'm working with so many similar elements, it's uncanny (you know, with the exception of deep purple walls).
Not as easy as I thought it would be. Especially after covering the walls in Kalamata Olive.
But we will get there, I know this.
I stumbled upon this room the other night on Pinterest and am completely reinspired. I'm working with so many similar elements, it's uncanny (you know, with the exception of deep purple walls).
Interiors // November 2012 Elle Decor
October 18, 2012
I'd like to call a moment of silence for the home of Alex Papachristidis as seen in this month's Elle Decor.
Now let's talk about what's working, starting with the library above.
Oh, wait. That would be everything.
Except I'd maaaaybe consider painting the ceiling a (light) color. Icy blue?
Mmhmm. Complaints here?
Only that I am fairly certain I can't afford that wallpaper.
I'm obsessed with all of the cool tones/fabrics and their play with the golds/woods/warm wallpaper.
Everything looks so rich. It's tough for some people to make antiques look so inviting.
Please look at that floor. Shit be busy as hell in this space and it's still soothing, particularly in that first shot of the living room.
Is that even possible?
This dining room is nails (no pun intended).
Nailheads on walls is very clearly trending this year. I'm okay with that.
The peace sign throws me a little bit. Looks sort of like my 6-year-old niece made it out of tinfoil.
Ready for the bedrooms?
No you're not.
Boom!
Granted, it would be a lot to take it every morning and every night.
But let's say it's your guest room. Your gorgeous over the top guest room.
Or perhaps you prefer reds?
Sweet Jesus, I would pay good money to see this place in person. Obscene amounts to be their guest for a night or two (one night in each room for good measure).
Well done, Mr. Papachristidis. Well done.
