Mood Boards
The Patio Mood Board
While we've talked about the patio plans to build a pergola, we have never really revealed the direction of the rest of the space--besides the handsome new fixture. Here's what we're envisioning: 1. The Carson you've met. 2. Cafe lights stringing from the pergola. 3. This Ikea outdoor sectional has really good reviews. We love […]
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June 17, 2013
Inspiration
10 Less Traditional Things To Fill Bare Walls
I have recently retired from offering mood boards after making them for hundreds of clients for the past two and a half years. There just isn't enough time these days and I would love to focus on other projects. In those two and a half years, I've learned a lot. I've hunted a lot. And […]
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May 16, 2013
DIY
Master Bath. The Before Tour.
The week before last, we mentioned that our bedroom is on deck next. And then, the same day on Facebook, we announced we'd be tackling the master bath along with it. I never thought we'd see the day. Our master bathroom is anything but masterful in its current condition. And since we plan on selling […]
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April 23, 2013
DIY
An Easy Closet for Greta--Part 1
Remember this mess that was Greta's closet? Of course that was taken before the paint job (nice color choice, guys!): Although tearing everything out and painting it really helped the aesthetic, the whole point of this closet revamp was to make it more functional. Well, it took us a few weeks to get it figured […]
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February 26, 2013
Inspiration
Kitchen Update--Already?
You know what is silly? Doing a kitchen update before demo has even started in there--but here we are. We have almost everything ordered--and some things have even arrived--but there have been a few changes to the original plan to catch you up on: First up, the backsplash. We were really excited about a moody […]
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February 20, 2013
Mood Boards
The Kitchen Pliz-ans.
Ah, the kitchen. We have been thinking about it ever since we moved in nearly two years ago, when it looked like this: We did a few, very simple, cheap and even temporary updates to get us where we are today. We painted our cabinets and muave pink countertops and even our previously bisque oven […]
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February 4, 2013
Lifestyle
Big News All Around
Bye-bye, January! Get. We are welcoming February with open arms and lots and lots of plans and news!!! Before yesterday our plans for this month and this year, really, were up in the air. Chris accepted a new, wonderful job (he's in marketing) a few weeks ago and he started this past Monday. He really […]
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February 1, 2013
Inspiration
Closet Crashers
As I wrap up the art wall in Greta's big-girl room and track down some trim for the curtains and a few other final details, I can feel this room revamp coming to a close. Or at least all the big projects feel done. And then last night, right before I fell asleep--I whispered, we […]
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January 24, 2013
Lifestyle
Which Blogging Method do YOU Prefer?
Next week is going to be jam-packed with projects to share with you. Which means our weekend is already filled to the brim. And you know, we're excited to get our hands dirty after our health has been restored and our supplies have arrived (I'm talking to you, grasscloth). We expect to have a completed […]
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January 18, 2013
Mood Boards
A Little Treat in my Inbox
I have been doing mood boards for clients for just under two years now and at the end of every mood board I say, "I'd love to see how the space comes together. Feel free to send pics!" And, wouldn't you know it, someone finally did!! I actually went to high school with Jessica, and […]
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January 17, 2013
Inspiration
Black and White and Sheer all over.
First things first. Greta's cub print pelmet box had a little accident and we are still deciding what to make of the situation. So, until we get that figured out (more details before the week's up!) forgive me for not posting full room shots, or at least full window shots. This disclaimer is especially important […]
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January 9, 2013
Mood Boards
P-E-L-M-E-T. Pelmet.
Clearly I am just winging it around here because sometimes working in things like pelmet boxes to Greta's new room first requires me to Google "pelmet boxes." I am not an interior designer, but I know what I like. And when I came across this picture (found here) I said, "I want those!" For a […]
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December 12, 2012
Inspiration
Crushing on Big, Bad, Oversized Ornaments
Last week, this happened: And I really didn't think I was ready for 18 inches of snow--but as it turns out, it wasn't so bad to bundle up and head out or drink cocoa and watch a Christmas classic, okay--Elf. And when the snow didn't stop after the first day, we thought, "This is it. […]
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November 19, 2012
Inspiration
Greta's New Room: Grasscloth VS. Stencils. It's on.
Before signing off for the weekend on Friday, I left you with the official inspiration picture (found here) for Greta's big-girl room. It's actually Gossip Girl's, Serena's room at Columbia and from the moment I laid eyes on (and fell in love with) it when Blair surprised her bff with the room--I've been putting together Greta's mood […]
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November 12, 2012
DIY
We're Doing It!
Yesterday I mentioned we had one more quicky project up our sleeves before our party this weekend. Earlier this month, we hinted we were planning on hanging a gallery wall above the couch and I had started laying out a template: Scratch that. I take it back. For the record, I actually did get a […]
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October 23, 2012
Lifestyle
What are YOU Being For Halloween?!
We are halfway done getting the trim and baseboards installed in our laundry room and can't wait to show you the difference it has made. Yowza! But today, in the spirit of the season (and because Chris and I have finally nailed down our costumes for this year) we are dying to talk costumes. Halloween […]
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October 16, 2012
Inspiration
A Colorful Couch--Would You?
Our hunt has officially begun for a new sofa for the living room. We always knew the Klippan was temporary. We had just bought a house and had next to no furniture, so shelling out $400 for a couch that took up a lot of room was just what we needed then. Now, we are […]
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October 9, 2012
Inspiration
Truth Tuesday. I'm Not Who I Used To Be.
You know what is one of the best things about owning a home? Decorating it and painting the walls however you want. But let me warn you, if you are anything like us, you might think you love something because you liked how it looked in a picture or magazine--so you do it! And you […]
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September 25, 2012
Inspiration
If Chris Could Do It Again
Hey everyone! I am busy in the studio today (with Greta girl by my side) getting ready for the big launch tomorrow. Ten new 16x20 flats will hit the shop. Woot! Lots of work. Lots of fun, too. Fortunately, Chris is taking the blogging reigns today and spilling what he would look for if we […]
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September 5, 2012
Decor
The "His" Chair Round-up
This weekend, we shopped 'til we dropped (!!)--but we found the perfect "his chair" to go with our her. He is getting delivered a little later this week, but we couldn't let the opportunity pass us by for a teaser. Chris's new chair is in the round-up with five other stylish "his" chairs: Any guesses […]
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September 4, 2012
