Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Kid Art

This is such a cute art project to do with your kids! Start with a magazine or newspaper clipping and let your child expand the picture. You could do a series of different animals and hang them in a cluster in your breakfast room or hallway.


Photo: Cute art project to do with kids, start with a magazine or newspaper clipping and let the child expand the picture. Fun!
Via http://artmommie.blogspot.com/2012/03/young-explorers-class_10.html

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Celebrate Family with the Coolest Family

I just love the Novogratz Family!  I love that there are so many of them and that they seem like such fun people!  Plus, their style isn't too shabby either.  You have to check out CB2 for all of their latest home decor designs.

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Hearty Table $1099

What a great place to chat and make family memories! 
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Family Rug $399-$799

Perfect rug for a family room or basement!


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Boy Girl Rug $229

Love this for a girl/boy bathroom!

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"Home by Novogratz" $35

What a great coffee table book!

Monday, October 15, 2012

Yes or No?

What do you think of this Abstract wallpaper?


Apartment Therapy

Too crazy or hang it now?!

Friday, October 12, 2012

HOT PINK is Hot Right Now!

HOT PINK is THE color of the moment!  It is everywhere! 

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House Beautiful

Anna Spiro

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Vogue

Michael Haverland

Decorpad

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entrances/foyers - pink tufted chair console table ottoman pink walls gold gilt ornate mirror vertical art gallery striped blue pillow black buffet lamps
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Do you need some HOT PINK in your life?!
Check out these accessories!

City Slicker Side Table $199 CB2

Hickory Chair $1995 Linwood

Fabricadabra $45

Vanity $2595 ducduc


Ballpoint pen $25 Caran d'Ache

Or, get creative! Make a pink pumpkin vase and fill it with HOT PINK flowers!


Have a wonderful weekend!

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Bedroom Inspiration

I am on the prowl for new bedroom ideas.  I want to make my current bedroom a bit more subtle and cozy. I have fallen in love with a few ideas..... What do you think?  What's your favorite?  Do you like simple bedrooms like these or do you prefer more color?

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Nicole Cohen of Sketch 42

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Monday, October 8, 2012

Mix & Match

How about adding a little charm and interest to your dining room? Try mixing the chairs around the table to make the room feel less formal. Here are some great examples of mixing chairs while also maintaining a unified and pulled-together look.

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Lisa Mende Design

What do you think?  Do you like this look or do you prefer a more traditional seating arrangement?


Friday, October 5, 2012

Pumpkins!

Are you looking for a DIY project for the weekend?  Well, how about a little pumpkin painting? Stripes, polka dots, chevron or just a solid hot pink!

Poppytalk
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Skip to my Lou

DIY Ombre Pumpkin Tutorial
Funkytime
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Imperfectly Beautiful Blog

Studio DIY

Or, try painting your pumpkins with chalkboard paint and let your kids go to town!
DIY Chalkboard Pumpkin Tutorial
Martha Stewart

And, if you want to add an extra step, place a glass inside a hollowed-out pumpkin for a gorgeous centerpiece!

DIY Pumpkin Vase Centerpiece Tutorial
Poppytalk

Finally, how about replacing your mums with giant pumpkins?!

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Enjoy your weekend!

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Helpful Tips!

While browsing Pinterest the other day, I came across a link for some great home decor tips.  I feel like people are always wondering how high to hang mirrors, what size rug to buy, etc....
Well, here are the answers!!!


 Driven by Decor Blog



Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Inside Reese Witherspoon's Famous Ojai Home

What an amazing piece of property! Reese Witherspoon just listed her famous Ojai Estate for $10 million.  The house has so much character and charm.  Plus, the land is absolutely breathtaking!

The Garden

Reese Witherspoon's Ojai Estate

The Family Room

The Bathroom

The Kitchen

Horse Stables

The Backyard


The Living Room

The Pool


Reese Witherspoon's Ojai Estate
Images taken from Hollywood Reporter

What do you think?  A pretty nice escape from L.A. I would say!