IKEA Frame-Turned-Chalkboard
I've received a couple emails about my mom's chalkboard.She simply used this IKEA frame, chalkboard paint on some sheet metal from Home Depot's roofing section, and a little turquoise paint to highlight the detail in the already-black frame.I think it's adorable... …
Coralie Bickford-Smith Does It Again
Hot off the presses...Ten more beautiful books to add to my little collection. …
Custom Adler Pillows
I'm wrapping up a master bedroom project in Rhode Island. We only need to find a rug that will work (none have been right so far) and to finish up with some accessories - like pillows.We scored some great basic pillows at Crate & Barrel in magenta, peacock blue and chartreuse to complement this fabr…
Mom's Dining Room
My mom decided to update her dining room while we were working on her living room.I didn't think she would go for it at first, but mom was so excited about the idea of wallpapering the room! She even went with my first choice, a very affordable knock-off of Osborne and Little's Asuka paper (availabl…
Cheap Wallpaper
Designer look at unbelievable prices...All available at Sherwin Williams and American Blinds.Come back tomorrow for a sneak peek at my mom's wallpapered dining room... …
Huge Ottoman Tray
I've been on the lookout for an oversized tray for our ottoman and finally found a cheap one at PB Teen of all places.This is definitely the best price I've seen on a tray this size (nearly 30x30").Looks like the white is sold out (available finishes are espresso and honey, below) - but this would b…
"Swedish" Clock
A few years ago, my mom and I were shopping for furniture at an awesome store called J&K in Phoenix that carries new and used home goods. There we stumbled across this Swedish Mora clock knock off.It clearly was not an antique and it was not in the best shape, but the price was right (less than $50,…
My Mother's Living Room
My parents built their beautiful home about 7 years ago. Since moving in, my mom has been busy practically that entire time upgrading and renovating and decorating and redecorating. But recently she was ready to for something entirely new and asked me to bring in my perspective. She has always been …
Kitchens with a Tiny Twist of Mod
Nothing gets me going like a trad room with a little punch of modern.Check out these kitchens from my favorites file...{PS I'd love help on sourcing some of these unknown images...}Bobbie Burger via Design Spongedesign by Daryl Cartersource unknownDying over these pebbled floors...Design by Phoebe H…