That color, the clawfoot, the fireplace, the ceiling....love it.
via nuevo estilo
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Happy {Almost} Birthday!
Calypso Palms
For all you local folk - be sure to get over to the 2011 Designers Showcase home -- Calypso Palms.
I had the privilege of viewing the home and interviewing the 16 local designers. Don't miss the chance to tour the home (Feb 26-Mar 18) and support a great cause!
Look for my room-by-room tour in this Sunday's Home Edition of The Stuart News!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Bedroom Inspiration
Here's a little bedroom inspiration I've been pondering lately...
Happy Wednesday!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
My birthday's coming up in a week. I'll nearly be half way to 50. Wow.
If I were going to make a birthday wish list - IF -, here's a few things that would have to be on there... :)
1. This pretty little number.
2. Or this.
3. The WonderBar.
4. Amos Lee's new CD.
5. Sam's loafers.
6. Or maybe these shiny little guys.
7. This huge gold mirror to finish off our master bedroom.
8. Perhaps a new pair of jeans.
9. Although I'm not much of a watch person, this one could possibly change that.
10. What's a birthday without a cupcake? Especially from Magnolia.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Dreaming of Nevis...
This morning I had the windows open in the kitchen.
Something about the temperature and strength of the breeze, the balmy-ness of it, the way the palm trees were swaying and the colors of the sky, or maybe all of that combined, I was instantly dreaming of memories of our honeymoon in Nevis.
I wouldn't mind being teleported here for today to soak up the sun on the deck, go for a swim in the ocean, and then catch the most gorgeous sunset at Oualie Beach. Oh, and definitely followed by dinner at Banana's.
Memories are so much fun. Happy day to you. :)
(P.S. If anyone is planning a honeymoon or just a fun get-a-way, Nevis should be a contender. I would love to tell you why!)
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
We've Moved. Kinda.
Petite Surprise has a new look.
Come check us out. :)
And some cool new pieces - like this awesome green European chest.
As if the color weren't enough, note the secret drawer. I'm sold.
Would love to see your smilin' face at the shop! Hope to see you soon. :)
Saturday, January 29, 2011
My New Goal
Although not technically my "New Year's Resolution", since it's still January I guess you could dub it that. For the next few weeks, I'm kickin' it into high gear and (attempting to!) accomplish a project a weekend.
Last weekend....our closets!
Here's what I was going for:
We don't have too much space, but I knew anything had to be better than its current state:
This picture was taken a few short days before we tackled this space. I was pretty much fed up at this point, as you can see.
BUT, with a little design, paint and elbow grease, we are THOROUGHLY enjoying our new closets!
His:
Hers:
Super duper cool shoe racks that work surprisingly well.
And my most favoritest part:
can we go?
I'm such a horrible blogger. It's true - I have in fact all but neglected you, and I'm sorry. I hope these pictures cheer you up.
If Petite Surprise was a hotel, it would be The Ocean View Club because it is a little vintage, a little eclectic and a lot of fun.
(P.S. You should visit their funky website. I like the song playing in the background.)
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Together We Are a Force For Good
Ok, I’m back (and better than ever!). And I’m so excited to share this with you.
Jan 1-4 my husband and I went to Atlanta with 30 people from our church to attend an event for 20ish-aged people called Passion.
Rocked. Our. Worlds.
For many reasons, but I’ll share this one with you.
At this event, there was a “Do Something Now” center that invited that students to do just that. There were 10 carefully selected organizations that wanted to partner with students to help the poor, enslaved, impoverished and sick of our world.
As many of you know who attended Until Every Child is Fed, there is a very soft spot in my heart for the children who go to bed hungry each night. Who survive on cardboard until eventually their little bodies can’t fight any more and they literally die from starvation. So as you can imagine, my heart was already drawn to this center.
So as if that wasn’t cool enough, let me tell you about their displays. Think Anthropologie on steroids, for a purpose (as in one more significant than getting you to buy ridiculously priced items just because they have it set up so fun and creatively). I was blown away by the (God-given!) creativity of the team that pulled this off. Not that photos do it justice, but take a look.
Jesus softened hearts.
$1.1 million was raised.
In 4 days.
By broke college students.
“The least of these” will be fed.
Cared for.
Loved on.
Set free.
Redeemed.
Restored.
All in the name of Jesus.
And that same Jesus freed me.
Fulfills me.
Loves me.
Redeems me.
Rejoices over me.
Satisfies me.
It blows my mind.
Do you know this Jesus?
I would love to buy you a cup of coffee and tell you about the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me. Just tell me when.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
ReCap: Get (and Stay!) Organized
A Few Tips to Get—and Stay!—Organized this New Year
1. Choose furniture with lots of storage, and not just one piece on the far end of your home. When you have furniture in every room that can hold various items, chances are your messes will disappear (at least behind closed drawers and doors!). For instance, opt for a small bureau with drawers or shelves by your front door in place of an entry table.
2. Baskets, baskets, baskets! These catch-alls look great and help contain often-used and seldom put-away items.
3. If you’ve got a million things to keep straight, a day planner is a must. Call me old fashioned, but nothing keeps me organized like a physical planner. Indulge in a cute one that you’ll actually use! (Ask about our custom ones at Petite Surprise - so stinkin' cute!!)
4. Are you always losing your keys? Mount a stylish brass key catcher by the door you use most. You’ll always know where you left them, but better yet, it keeps the family’s keys off counters and tables!
5. Get a filing cabinet (or a small scanner). Let’s face it, there are documents you must keep on hand, and my how quickly they add up! Without a plan for these mounds of paper, they soon overtake your home. Get an actual filing cabinet (and no, not all of them are ugly) if you plan to keep hardcopies. If not, opt for a small scanner to store documents electronically, just be sure to back up frequently. Commit to a schedule that you can handle. Maybe you won’t file everything immediately after you receive it in the mail—that’s ok. Collect a pile (in a drawer, basket or some other organized manner) and file everything weekly or monthly.
6. Cut down on clutter. When shopping, ask yourself whether you really need this item. If you don’t monitor your purchases, odds are you’ll be hauling it to the local thrift store before the end of next year.
Here’s to an organized New Year!
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