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Saturday, March 31, 2012

Antiquin'

Just a few things i had my eyes on....
One day i will actually pull the plug on purchasing one of these. They feel so retro, yet classic. I love their simplicity.

So stinkin cool, right? Can you imagine boiling some water for a hot tea on this bad boy, or baking cookies?! Love Love Love.

Beautiful, is the first thought that comes to my mind. And the sounds. I love the way computer keys "click" but this is just that much more swoon-worthy.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Just A Few Inspirations

My current "I want" List...
I want everything, in every part, of every picture. Yes please.







Sunday, March 25, 2012

God Bless Texas

Words could not describe the walk I went on yesterday. It was one of those moments when all you can do is thank God for all the little details he gave us. 

How can something so beautiful grow out of a pile of rocks?







And just making sure the ducks are doing what they are supposed to
God Bless Texas. and God Bless Bluebonnets. Can they stay forever?

Saturday, March 24, 2012

Feathers

Feathers are so cool. They have so much texture and color to them, and they always seem to be a focal point in a room. I found this photo in a magazine (thanks Julie!) and was immediately drawn to the feathers.
So pretty, and oh so shabby chic! So, what did i do? Duh, i went out and copied the picture.
This vase was in my office and i had some curly willow in it. But look at it now...so much more feminine! (plus only $10 for the feathers)

I also really love peacock feathers. I have another vase in my house that has a bouquet of them.

Thanks feathers, for being so beautiful!

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Who Wants to do Some Laundry?


This picture was my inspiration for our laundry room (thanks to Pinterest and sunsetdreamer2.tumblr.com ). Unlike this room, we do not have a window, so apologies on the weird lighting. The next project is to find a super cool (and cheap) chandelier for the room.The color i choose, was one that was in the running for my office. I LOVE IT, and am in the process of doing some laundry right now!




Friday, March 16, 2012

Finally!

So my chandelier project is finally finished! I got the candles in, and I love it!

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Light Up Another Rainy Day

Lamps are so cool. I am so obsessed with the way lamps light up a room. Growing up, whenever we had guests coming over, or i came back to visit from college, my mom would always turn off the lights around the house and turn on the lamps. It just makes you feel cozy, welcome and warm. And although i woke up somehow not knowing about the time change and missing church, i get to cozy up by the fire with only lamps on, enjoying God's gift of rain.
Some of my favorite lamps i have bought over the years are....



 The all time best place to get lamps is Hobby Lobby hands down. The first two photos are both from Hob Lob. The blue glass base lamp (3rd pic) if from Target, and it is right at my entry door to the house. I get more compliments on it. As for the last picture, on our very boring and rainy Saturday yesterday, we got this fancy schmancy lamp at Cabela's.  Thats just what you walk into Cablea's thinking your going to walk out with...a lamp haha. But i talked him into it, and i think he secretly loves it.  This lamp is in "Jacob's room" (he does NOT like it to be called a "man room" for some reason FYI). It goes perfectly with his deer heads, golf clubs, and sports memorabilia.

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Rain, Rain, Go Away

So its officially been raining for 3 days straight. My dog is going out of his mind. WE are going out of our mind. Things might get crazy today and we'll take Burk to PetSmart. Whoaaa, watch out! Crazy day ahead! Plus, we have tickets to the rodeo tonight. Eli Young Band! Rain, I very rarely ask you to leave, but i NEED you to. My veggies are getting too much water.
This is how we all feel.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

The Wall O' Crafts

I love me some crafts. I wish i could craft professionally.
 One day... 
This little area is in my office, and it makes me so happy when i get to play around in it. Right now, my favorite things to do are make handmade cards. They seem to mean so much more, and bring so much joy to both parties.
If i ever decide if i love the new color, i will paint the whole room...haha.

Monday, March 5, 2012

Spring, Spring, Spring!

Spring is the bomb. Hands down. BEST. SEASON. EVER. Plus, living in Texas, we get about 1-2 months of nice spring weather so Im going to soak it up for all its worth this year. Got my 2 Heirloom Tomatoes, 3 lettuces, 4 Spinich, 1 Fresno Pepper, 1 Bell Pepper, Basil, Chives, 1 Peach tree, 1 Lemonquat tree, Dill, Thyme, and 1 Cherry Tomato. Anderson Farms is now in business!

I mean, does it get any more beautiful than this?!