Home Decor

Patriotic Decor

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You have all seen it, you may even be guilty of it, going overboard with color or themed decor.  With this being the week of the fourth I thought I would try to find a few beautifully decorated rooms in red, white, and blue.   This patriotic color scheme is classic and if done right, will stand the test of time.  Check out these gorgeous rooms.

via www.hgtv.com  This traditional living room looks amazing with the modern striped rug and rich, dark blue walls.

via www.cococozy.com  This decor is simple and understated.  Simply change the artwork above the fireplace and pillows and you can have a new look for the next season or holiday.

via www.pinterest.com This gingham rug adds an interesting twist to this cozy blue bedroom.via www.decoratingfiles.com   This red wallpaper makes a bold statement, gorgeous.  The draw pulls top the room off, not a detail forgotten.

via www.cottagebluedesigns.blogspot.com   This sweet little bedroom is beautiful, the striped curtains and pops of red are icing on the cake.

via www.houzz.com/photos/traditional   Subtle hints of red and blue really add color to this neutral color pallet.

via www.theinspiredroom.net   The dark wall color is perfection with this rug, add the simple bed linens and it’s timeless.

via www.hisugarplum.blogspot.com   Simple and Timeless

via www.housebeautiful.com   Traditional living room with an ikat rug keeps the looking fresh and current.

via www.housebeautiful.com  This bedroom looks crisp and clean, and you could easily recreated this one on a budget with the bedding and wall color.

Thank-you for reading my post, hope you enjoyed it.  Happy 4th to all and  have a wonderful weekend!

 

 

 

Glamorous Girls Room

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What little girl wouldn’t love to sleep under canopy every night?   A canopy could be used in a shared bedroom to give each child a sense of  privacy. You may decide to use one of these ideas to create a reading nook in your daughter’s bedroom.  There are so many cute DIY options for your little princess.  Try personalizing your daughter’s room with a canopy by using her favorite colors, perfect if you’re in a rental. Most of the pictures below are simple curtain rods that are not too difficult to install, simply  hang from the ceiling.   The canopies chosen can easily be completed on a budget.   Here are a few simple ideas for your darling that she is sure to love.

via  www.shelterinteriordesign.blogspot.com

via www.younghouselove.com

via www.highstreetmarket.blogspot.com

via  www.flickr.com/photos/8230585@N06/3267877180/in/pool-dominomag. This is my favorite and the most simple to install.  A cute scarf, flag, or a light weight fabric tacked to the ceiling adds drama to any bedroom, young or not so young.

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via www.littlemothdesign.blogspot.com

via www.pinterest.com

This simple curtain hardware is $4.97 at Lowe’s.

This is another option for hardware from Target, $16.99 – $23.59.  Just remember when purchasing hardware to mount from the ceiling it must have a ring to hold the rod secure.

Hope you enjoyed this blog post and that it has inspired you to get creative.  Thank-you for following and please share with your friends.

Jessica

Bathroom Facelift

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Bathroom Facelift

Hello, hope everyone has had a wonderful week and is ready for an even better weekend.  This week my fabulous find was at World Market, one of my favorites.  Give your bathroom a complete makeover for less than $150.  The accessories are a clean crisp white and spice it up with this lovely shower curtain for some color.

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Jessica

Affordable Sketches and Paintings of your Home

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What better way to document your many homes throughout the years than with a beautiful piece of art.  If you are military like us, we’re about to move for the tenth time in our eleven year marriage, enough for a gallery.  This would also make a great anniversary gift for parents or grown children. Possibly the birth place of grandparents that have passed.  Newlyweds would adore a sketch of their first home as a couple or even a picture of their wedding venue, the options are endless.

Originally, I saw a watercolor painting on Pinterest and decided to check out a few more on Etsy and was surprised at how affordable they are.  Depending on how intricate, the prices started around forty dollars.  Now is a great time to think about getting some Christmas shopping done.  Check out a few of my favorite, all with clickable links.

via Etsy at JPressDesigns

 via Etsy.com,  at JoJackLee shop

via Etsy.com, at BusyBeePrints

 via Etsy at the mysweetroseillustrat

via Etsy, by JoJackLee, this lovely sketch is a wedding venue

Gingerpainting by Gingers Beavers,  via Facebook.  This is my sister’s lovely work, check out her page on Facebook.

 

via Pinterest by Good Life of Design Blog.   This is on my list of to do, these are the cutest.

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Jessica

Pier 1 Friday finds under $50

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Pier 1 Friday finds under $50

This Friday I chose Pier 1 for my fabulous finds.  Pier one has a wide selection of accessories to freshen up your kitchen for the summer.  These are just a few of my favorites for under fifty dollars.  A few of these items and you are ready for your next summer barbecue.

Thank-you for reading my blog post, please like and share.  Have a wonderful weekend!

Jessica

Outdoor Activities for the Kiddos

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Now that summer has arrived, we have to find activities to keep the kiddos happy and off the computers.  Here are a few cute activities I have found that are fun and budget friendly.  The pictures below have clickable links for more how to details about each project.
via childrenandstories.com   Now that your seeds have sprouted here are few planter options that are great for kids and will only take a small amount of space.

via www.apartmenttherapy.com,  This is a cute option for a herb garden, mix in a few f lowers to add some color.


via www.curiositiesbydickens.com  This one is great for flowers or herbs on a patio, porch, or any small outdoor space.

via www.flickr.com   This would make an amazing play area for the kiddos or a nice hiding spot for mom.  If you don’t have enough space for a circle you could always place it in the corner of your yard or fence. The shapes and design options are endless.

via www.beafunmum.com,  My little princess would love a garden with her very own flowers.  Let them decorate and arrange the garden to their taste.

via www.pinterset.com,  This idea is great for the young and old, a chess board would also be cute.  Let the kiddos decorate the stones.   These games could bring years of entertainment.

I found these cute little bird feeders on www.alphamom.com, an easy craft and fun for the kiddos.  Hang these outside the kid’s bedroom windows for them to enjoy.

via  www.weheartit.com,  These lanterns are an easy project for the kiddos if you plan on having an evening party.  They would look great around a pool, lining a sidewalk, or simply sitting on the table.  It would give the kids great pride knowing  they created this lovely masterpiece.

Hope this has given you a few ideas to get the kiddos outside this summer. Thank-you for reading my post.   Have a wonderful day!

Jessica

Urban Outfitter’s Fabulous Finds!

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Urban Outfitter's Fabulous Finds!

If you are like me, I’ve never really thought of Urban Outfitters as a source for home decor, but check out these unique, affordable pieces.  Most of the items are under fifty dollars, except the accent chair.  The wall tapestry comes in multiple colors and could be the focal point of any teens bedroom when placed behind a headboard.  Their shower curtains are definitely on my want list.  These are just a few of their cool items, check out their site.

Timeless Boy’s Bedroom

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Today, lets check out  a few traditional, very timeless bedrooms for the special boys in our lives.  For many of us that are military, we move every few years and need something that is neutral that will stand the test of time and look great.  The inspiration rooms I have chosen below all have neutral bedding and traditional bed frame that most of us already own.  These rooms also have neutral walls that we all know too well, but you don’t  notice the wall color with these beautiful designs.Shaun Jackson Design

via Shaun Jackson Design. With this lovely room the key pieces are the floor covering and window treatments.  The white bedding with decorative pillow shams and blanket, all easy to find and affordable.

via Remodelista.com.  This bold green stripe makes a huge statement for the price of a small can of paint.  Many of us frequent movers are tired of painting and then repainting , but this is a great alternative.   This stripe would look great painted a nice deep red or blue.   The light denim or chambray material bedspread looks very fitting in a boys bedroom, don’t you think?

neutral bedroom

via cococozy.com, designed by Bonsteel and Trout.  The Bonsteel and Trout design has an upholstered headboard in a simple design, this is a great option if you are on a budget.  With an upholstered headboard you can choose the shape and fabric to personalize your bed.  Choose a rug with coordinating fabric for a roman shade to complete the look.Boy twin

via A Well Dressed Home, Designer Emily Hewett.  This classic design will stand the test of time, again with neutral walls and bedding.  The simple navy curtains and striped roman shade, rug, accent pillows, topped off with this lovely painted piece equals gorgeous.

I hope you have enjoyed this post and it has inspired you to create a timeless bedroom for your little or not so little guy.   If  you decide to create one of these designs for your little man but have trouble finding an element, just send me a message on my “Contact” page and I will gladly help you find what you are looking for.  Have a wonderful weekend!  Don’t for get to subscribe for updates.

 

 

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Eclectic Bedroom

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Eclectic Bedroom

Love these colors, playing around with ideas for our bedroom when we move in the fall.  Many of the pieces are too pricey for my budget but can easily be purchased at more affordable stores.  I love the look of an eclectic mix, old and new items, modern and traditional.  The red rug makes the room cozy and really adds a twist to the color palate, add a few black accents and the room is complete.

Wool rug
bloomingdales.com

Egyptian cotton bedding
$84 – marksandspencer.com

Striped throw blanket
markandgraham.com

Black bedding
$64 – superette.co.nz

Orange bedding
wayfair.com

Blue curtain
anthropologie.com

Hand made basket
gracioushome.com

Hervé Gambs fabric flower
$125 – amara.com

Serena Lily bed frame
serenaandlily.com

Worlds Away tufted bench
insideavenue.com

Accent table
uttermost.com

Spice up your patio with RED

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Spice up your patio with RED

If blue is not what you are looking for to liven up your outdoor space, how about RED?  Mix the red with gray and black to add a little contrast.  These pieces mixed with your existing patio/porch furniture will liven up any summer party.

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