I’m hooked…

Came across this fun inspiration/statement piece the other day and thought, what kind of hooks would I use if I had an entryway like this at home? Absolutely love how eclectic this wall looks – especially the brass duck – such personality! Even the house number is quite perfect. I'm visualizing another wall, perhaps a [...]

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Inspiration: Shiny Happy GOLD Stripe

Like Erin, I harbor a fondness for stripes, whether they're on floors, ceilings, furniture, or accessories. Lately I'm especially taken with FLOR's Shiny Happy Stripe tiles in Gold and Gold/Cream, which bring a touch of glamour to this classic pattern. In tribute to these golden lines, here are eight other dazzling decor items…

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A Guide to Non-Serious Decor

I'm a big believer in taking life in stride, and in doing so, keeping it as non-serious as possible. Proof? Non-serious is decidedly a non-word.
Anyway, life is much, much too short to spend it holed up in a tightly-wound household, yes? Naturally, I like to keep things light, bright, airy and fun, and I'd imagine [...]

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Stripe It Good!

Classic stripes are one of my favorite patterns, and admittedly, it's one of the easier ones to incorporate into decor. Surprisingly, my favorite way to infuse stripes into any space is via floors or ceilings — an unexpected and lighthearted twist to the usual patterned accessories and furnishings. In fact, striped floors have been making [...]

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3 Rustic (and Gorgeous) DIY Ideas

I'm in the middle of a renovating mess, attempting to transform a run-down, Midwestern ranch into a Scandinavian-inspired rustic cabin. Naturally, when renovating, budgets are top of mind, so I've been scouring my favorite design and decor blogs in search of DIY ideas that won't break the bank (or my back!). Lucky for you, I've [...]

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