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Holiday Gift Guide: Fashion Gifts

November 25, 2015

Clothing is one of the most gifted items at Christmas but that doesn’t mean you have to gift a basic sweater, a simple pair of gloves or a bundle of basic socks. Why not gift fashion with ultimate style. Here’s my His & Her Fashion Gift Guide and every item is $50 or less!

Plaid and Ponchos are two of the hottest fashion trends this winter and this Plaid Poncho is chic in every way. $38.00

These Stone Drop Hoop Earrings are definitely a one for them, one for me gift items. Available in 5 stone colors $46.80

This Reversible Faux Leather Tote w/Wristlet may just be the perfect handbag and it’s available in 6 color options. $48.00

Need a great gift under $10 then this Giant Birds Hill Tribe Clutch is a winner! Only $6.99 and available in a ton of pattern/color options.

Layered or along, with jeans or slacks, this Jacquard Check Pullover Sweater is red-hot. $29.99

I adore this Pearl Snowdrop Keychain and think it would make a beautiful bag charm too! $48.00

This Faux Fur Hand Warmer is such a chic way to keep your hands warm. $29.00 available in 6 fur colors

Because every girl needs a few statement necklaces in their wardrobe. This Tribal Inspired Layered Necklace is such a fabulous look at it’s only $13.90.

Help him keep warm and cozy with this Luxury Plush Robe. $49.00

The perfect gift for all the men in your life Leather iPhone Slip Wallet $39-$42 available in 4 colors

The perfect go with anything Plaid Woven Scarf. $35.00

You may want to get him one in every colors–1/4 Zip Sweater Vest. $29.70 available in 7 colors

For those times when a baseball hat is just too casual–Flecked Tweed Fedora $35.00

He’ll love this classic Silver Plate Personalized Pocket Watch for years to come. $45.00

Put a little pep in his step with Happy Socks. $12.00 per pair

Happy gifting!

Product + Inspiration: Typography Letters

September 30, 2015

Decorating with typography letters can be a lot of fun. As this craft turned decorative piece has gained popularity, you started seeing lots of designer incorporating letters into chic wall decor statements. Now typography letters are being used in many different applications not only because they add a personal touch to decor but also because they are one of most budget-friendly accessory items you can buy.

Here’s a round-up of some of my favorite typography letters and inspiring images on how they can be used to decorate.

The Product…

Bronze Magnet Letter / Gold Resin Letter / Galvanized Metal Letter / Paper Mache Letter / Studded Burlap Letter / Monogram Letter / Chalk Letter

The Inspiration…

A monogram hanging on a front door is such a classic way to welcome guest. I love the look of this berry covered letter, especially for the holidays.

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Finding good wall decor for a kitchen can sometimes be a challenge. You can use letters to make a custom wall piece that’s perfect for your home.

tip: words perfect for a kitchen: Yum, Savor, Gather, Diner

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If you’re looking for something different to dress your door during the holidays, consider using letters to create a holiday sentiment. Cover the letters with green felt, moss or even a coat of spray paint to coordinate it with your holiday decor.

tip: holiday words to consider: Noel, HoHoHo, Merry

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You can easily update a traditional wreath with a typography letter.

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Use letters to create a bold welcoming statement in your foyer. Such a fun and unexpected touch.

design tip: when hung vertically, the letters/word can make low ceiling feel taller

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One of my favorite spaces for typography letters is in a nursery or kids room. I love the look of this collection using different fonts of the same initial. It’s artist and whimsical at the same time.

design tip: use different size letters and letters in different finishes to create this eclectic feel

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The tops of bookcase or shelves is a great spot for an oversized letter. Leaning or hanging on the wall, the letter adds depth and dimension to any vignette.

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Typography letters are a natural for bookshelves and add visual movement within the overall arrangement.

design tip: have fun with the font style and color so that the letters make a statement amongst all the books

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Typography letters come in lots of different sizes and lots of different materials so even the smaller letters can be used in a fun way like this cake topper.

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I’m a fan of typography letters…how about U?

Product + Inspiration: Butcher Paper

July 30, 2015

I have had lots of fun sharing these Product + Inspiration post with you and I hope they’ve inspired you to look at products in a new way.
Today I’m sharing one of the most versatile products you can buy and decorate with. It doesn’t involve going to Goodwill or shopping at Ikea, but can be found in the paint aisle at your local hardware store or online from any craft supply shop.

Today I’m sharing decorating inspiration using butcher paper.

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Printable Art–My Love Note Designs

May 7, 2015

Thank you for all the wonderful comments on our spring bedroom refresh.

Today I wanted to share a little more about the beautiful prints I used in the bedroom. I knew I wanted to place a grouping of images on the wall next to the window and closet to my side of the bed. You see that wall when you enter the room so I wanted to make an impact. I also knew that whatever I hung I that wall would be hung in gold frames.

Since one of the goals for the refresh was to add more accents of gold into the space, frames were an obvious and easy solution.

All four of the prints I used are from an awesome Etsy shop called MyLoveNotedesigns. The shop is run by Christina who personally designs all of the printable art, many which contain inspirational words and positive messages. Christina opened her Etsy shop in 2014 after starting a family and leaving an accounting career and the corporate world behind. Christina said she started designing her prints as a way to inspire and remind herself of what is meaningful in life and to personally connect with others.

The collection of prints I choose to use were perfect for a bedroom space and also allowed me to add a touch of personalization into the room. The LOVE print is one of my favorite designs and gold foil is so pretty once printed. The HEART of flowers couldn’t have been more perfect for our room with a black background and pink flowers. I also choose a monogram print and love how Christina has added flowers to give the design a special touch. The last design in the group reads All Of Me Loves All Of You and I love both the message and the delicate details of the design.

Once printed, I placed each image in a Ikea frame which I spray painted gold using Rustoleum Bright Coat Spray Paint (which happens to be my favorite gold spray paint)

I’ve purchased several printable images from Etsy in the past and I must say that the collection of designs that MyLoveNotedesigns offers is one of the best. There are over 450 designs to choose from including gold foil, nursery designs, calendars, meal planners, expense trackers and weekly planners and most of the designs are $5.00 or less. And, Christina also offers custom orders if you have a specific design in mind.

Because there are so many great prints, picking your favorites will be tough but you can use my list of top 10 to help you shop…

Feather and Floral / Be Our Guest (so awesome for a guest bedroom or bath)

Home Sweet Home (great housewarming gift) / You Got This (fun print for an office)

Ampersand Floral (add this to a gallery wall arrangement) / Fox Fun (fun for a kids room)

Watercolor Feather (love this) / Family Initial (great wedding gift)

Gold foil HEART/ Love Arrow (love the chalkboard feel of this print)

MyLoveNotedesigns can be used in any room of your home and because the prints are so affordable, you can create a gallery wall arrangement with minimal investment.

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I know you want to go shopping but before you head over the MyLoveNotedesigns, let me tell you about a great sale Christina is offering right now..

Buy 2 Prints Get 1 Free (code GET1FREE) minimum cart purchase $15 prior to coupon

Buy 3 Prints Get 2 Free (code GET2FREE) minimum cart purchase $25 prior to coupon
(Custom Prints excluded from coupon use)

See the full bedroom refresh here

Thank you to MyLoveNotedesigns for providing the prints used in my bedroom designs. I love sharing my favorite Etsy shops with you and know you’ll find something for yourself in her shop. All opinions are 100% mine.

Inspiration {plus links to love}

April 4, 2015

As you read this I’m either scouring antique stores or sitting on the beach. I was in need of a weekend getaway and some R and R.

Wherever you are this weekend, I hope you find time to relax and enjoy the links below. Oh, and if you want to check out my weekend adventures, you can follow me on Instagram.

No matter what age you are, you can decorate with confidence.

Great advice on taking ownership of your decorating!

How to turn your idea into a business.

Simple and easy ways to style your table for spring.

Sometimes you just have to stop and remember those words of wisdom your mom shared with you.

Have a great weekend.

Inspirational Books Worth Reading

February 12, 2015

As I gotten older and life has become busier and more involved, I’ve found that reading inspirational books helps to keep me balanced, focused and optimistic. Don’t get me wrong, I’m in no way a pessimistic person. I choose to see the glass half full, I always think there’s a way even if it doesn’t look like it and I truly believe that good things come when you match your talent with your effort.

A source of inspiration that I tap into daily is books. Not books with chapters full of self-help info but books that offer up a short and sweet piece of wisdom, advice, inspiration or self-love.

Because my blog is all about inspiration, I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite daily inspiration books with you here on the blog. Click on the cover images to buy the book.

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I think I’ve read every one of the books Oprah has published but this is the book that I’ve loved the most. What I Know For Sure is filled with life lessons that will set you on the path to living a life of fulfillment and joy.

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I know many of you have read books by Norman Vincent Peale and have been inspired. His book, Positive Thinking Every Day is a daily dose of advice on living a fuller, happier, more satisfying life.

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Some of the best daily inspiration books were written years ago but the wisdom they offer is still as valuable today as it was then. One of my old-school inspiration books is Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff. Sometimes the book title and tagline says it all.

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This last book holds a special place in my heart. My friend Leesa had a dream of writing this book and finally made that dream come true last year. In Live Well, Leesa offers up an enormous amount of sound advice on living a healthy life. In Leesa’s words…“What you eat, what you actually absorb from your food and supplements, what products you use ~ on your body, in your home and office, how you talk to yourself ~ it all matters! I believe that excellent health ~ not just physical, but spiritual, emotional, relational, and mental health ~ is found along your journey, not just at your destination.”

If you take the time to read any of these books, I know you’ll continue to live your best life possible.

Be inspired!

(favorite ) Shopping Sources for Knobs and Pulls

January 17, 2015

When it comes to decorating, there are a lot of decorative elements that I’m obsessed with.

I love bamboo picture frames and brass planters. I have a weakness for decorative boxes and animal print pillows. I rarely ever pass up a piece of milkglass or ironstone when I’m out antiquing. And then there’s my love of decorative knobs. Whenever I’m at Anthropologie or Hobby Lobby, I always visit the knob bins. The bins are like jewelry trays and I just love checking out all the sparkly, colorful knobs and envisioning how I can use them to update a piece of furniture or use them on a diy project.

I recently looked through a basket when I store my knobs and realized I have quite the collection. Some of the knobs I have plans for and others I just loved and couldn’t pass up. Last year I gave our bedroom armoire a makeover and UpStyled it with paint and knobs from Hobby Lobby.

Decorative knobs are one of the most cost-effective decorative elements you can buy, to easily and quickly transform a piece of furniture. But finding the perfect knob can sometimes be a challenge. To help you with the hunt, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite knob sources and what each of them has to offer.

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On the Bookshelf: Design Books for 2015

January 15, 2015

Hi there! I hope you enjoyed the post on the trends I spotted at the Atlanta Gift & Home Furnishing show last weekend. Today I’m back to share something else from the show–books!

Checking out all of the soon-to-be published interior design books at market is one of my favorite things to do. And this market did not disappoint.

Here’s a round-up of my favorite design books that will be released in the first quarter of 2015!

{click on the image to read more about each book & pre-order}

No design library is complete without Barclay Butera!

If you read the blog Subtle Revelry (and you should) you’ll definitely want to get Materially Crafted written by Victoria, the creator of that blog.

India Hicks is a design icon and creates some of the most beautiful tropical inspired space. This book is filled with lots of design ideas you can use in the city too.

Another design icon, Barbara Westbrook is coming out with a book entitled Gracious Rooms. And every page is just that, photos of beautifully designed and gracious rooms.

Since I love shopping at flea markets, I’m excited about this book, Flea Market Secrets! It’s filled with shopping sources and shopping tips to turn you into a thrift market pro!

Bohemian style is really popular right now and this book provides lots of design inspiration if this is your design style. I love it for the creative and unique accessorizing ideas.

And the book that I am most EXCITED about is Modern Mix by Eddie Ross. I’m sure all of your know Eddie and love his style as much and I do. I’d give anything just to spend a day with him but until that happens I’ll be spending lots of time pouring over is his.

Great inspiration is at your fingertips!

Search Results for: words to inspire

Plaid and Ponchos are two of the hottest fashion trends this winter and this Plaid Poncho is chic in every way. $38.00

These Stone Drop Hoop Earrings are definitely a one for them, one for me gift items. Available in 5 stone colors $46.80

This Reversible Faux Leather Tote w/Wristlet may just be the perfect handbag and it’s available in 6 color options. $48.00

Need a great gift under $10 then this Giant Birds Hill Tribe Clutch is a winner! Only $6.99 and available in a ton of pattern/color options.

Layered or along, with jeans or slacks, this Jacquard Check Pullover Sweater is red-hot. $29.99

I adore this Pearl Snowdrop Keychain and think it would make a beautiful bag charm too! $48.00

This Faux Fur Hand Warmer is such a chic way to keep your hands warm. $29.00 available in 6 fur colors

Because every girl needs a few statement necklaces in their wardrobe. This Tribal Inspired Layered Necklace is such a fabulous look at it’s only $13.90.

Help him keep warm and cozy with this Luxury Plush Robe. $49.00

The perfect gift for all the men in your life Leather iPhone Slip Wallet $39-$42 available in 4 colors

The perfect go with anything Plaid Woven Scarf. $35.00

You may want to get him one in every colors–1/4 Zip Sweater Vest. $29.70 available in 7 colors

For those times when a baseball hat is just too casual–Flecked Tweed Fedora $35.00

He’ll love this classic Silver Plate Personalized Pocket Watch for years to come. $45.00

Put a little pep in his step with Happy Socks. $12.00 per pair

Bronze Magnet Letter / Gold Resin Letter / Galvanized Metal Letter / Paper Mache Letter / Studded Burlap Letter / Monogram Letter / Chalk Letter

tip: words perfect for a kitchen: Yum, Savor, Gather, Diner

tip: holiday words to consider: Noel, HoHoHo, Merry

design tip: when hung vertically, the letters/word can make low ceiling feel taller

design tip: use different size letters and letters in different finishes to create this eclectic feel

design tip: have fun with the font style and color so that the letters make a statement amongst all the books

Thank you to MyLoveNotedesigns for providing the prints used in my bedroom designs. I love sharing my favorite Etsy shops with you and know you’ll find something for yourself in her shop. All opinions are 100% mine.

{click on the image to read more about each book & pre-order}

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