Getting Etsy with Antlers

I am loving these painted antlers from MadebyCassandraSmith on Etsy. 

The pop of color and metallic paint give this otherwise already great addition to a vignette or bookshelf that much cooler. 

Could make a fun gift for someone that loves unique pieces for their place. Or just for you to enjoy on top of your favorite collection of vintage books. 

For those DIY'ers, with some paint, painters tape and a little time, this could easily be done by you. Great way to create a fun project with a flea market find. 

PS: They are all "naturally shed" antlers, so no worries on where they came from. 

xo

Erin 

Minty Fresh Decorating

When it comes to paint, colors beyond neutrals can be hard to implement in a room for us decorating novices. While most of my accent wall painting has involved dark charcoals these days, I have been gravitating towards images of fresh and soothing mint. Whether soft or bold, I love the way the color brightens up a room. 

I found a lot of this inspiration on Pinterest. To follow my pins click here, and I would love to follow yours. 


xo
Erin 

Weekend Wish: End Pillow Obsession

My wish this weekend is to end my obsessive and nondecisive search for throw pillows for my living room couch. I have narrowed down my favorites and am looking for some help. 

My living room is a few shades of beige (beige couch, cream walls, off-white carpet, bo-ring), with two long couches facing each other. It would be great if the pillows could inspire the rest of the decorating that needs to be done, like rugs, art, and accessories. 

Here are my final choices. 

1. from Milk & Cookies on Etsy

2, 3. from Turquoise Tumbleweed on Etsy

4, 5, 6. from Fabricadabra

7. Mediterranean Pillow in Orange from Z Gallerie

8. Gingham Pillow from CB2

9. Cross Hatch Linen Pillow in Teal from Well Appointed House

Kind of all over the place, right? That is why I need some help! Which one is your pick? 

xo

Erin 

A Touch of Color

A very chic friend of mine is updating her house with touches that bring a fun, but sophisticated, touch to a traditional house. The house has hutches built into the walls, which so many would love to have. Antique glass doors open to roomy cabinets holding glassware and serving pieces. When I visited after the painter had visited I just loved the new soft gray on the walls and this fantastic deep turquoise that lined the backs of the cabinets, the island walls, and the exposed shelves under the sink.  By choosing just a few areas to add a punch of color, the whole room was given a new life.

What color would you pick for a quick update to your kitchen and where would you place it? Would love to hear your ideas in the comments section below.

A few more ways to accent a room:
A white room gets some pizazz from a bright blue wall
Paint the door! This soft pink is so precious in this room
Love this coral inspired wall paper on one wall or as a backing for shelves
A gorgeous burnt orange area rug  or One in bright blue
Throw a new case on your tired old pillows like this yellow chevron from Milk And Cookies

xo
Erin