The joy of thrifting: Part 2

Remember back when my sweetheart and I went thrifting,
and we found a jewel for his super swanky pad?
(to refresh your memory see post here)

Well, we finally got it up! We are so excited and my boo is so excited because 
he picked it out all by himself.
After much hard work,and a few hefty tools...
Our prized piece is now on display...
It's perfect!
Don't you just LOVE vintage finds for the home?
We soooo do. 


gold rush

Metallics have been making a huge comeback and this Christmas I have been bringing gold back into my home. I think it brings a bit of glamour to any outfit of any room. 
I'm spending my holidays in Palm Springs this year, hoping to get some vintage shopping in.
I am ever in search of the perfect gold items to put some pizazz into my pad.
Here are some of my most inspirational favorites.

(where i am dreaming of writing Christmas Cards)
(where i wish i was dreaming)




(dreaming of this handbag)

{images: dailymail.co.uk}



(also secretly dreaming of wrist candy in gold form...)

Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree.

Dear Christmas Tree aka Chrissy,
I absolutely love everything about you. Your smell, your fullness, your lights, your skirt,
 and all of your beautiful earrings! 
All that goes into dressing you makes me so happy.
Listening to Christmas music and the smell of cinnamon candles all around 
warms my heart. Thank you for being the best part of our home
and for making all the neighbors just a wee bit jealous.
We love you. 




JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!

the joy of thrifting

In Los Angeles, there are so many places to shop. It isn't however, until you stumble upon a hidden jewel of  a thrift store that you can actually feel happy! 
My sweetheart and I did some mega-shopping this weekend. 
His mom is an interior designer so he has been raised around decor and style.
He is a natural! I am so proud of him. 
He has a 70's swanky vibe going on in his apartment 
and we found the perfect lamp to add to the decor. 
We felt it was a total score! 
Yay for us, mega-thrift-shoppers. 
The day was a total blast.

(Here is the swanky, gold with a green undertone, gem)
So excited about his findings.

(After pictures to come soon!)

peacocks for the home

Oh, how I love looking into to the homes of super stylish individuals. I find it intriguing and exciting the moment I step in a friends home for the first time. 
Thank goodness for Apartment Therapy home tours. It allows me indulge this hobby at home from the comfort of my very own laptop. 
This particular woman, an event planner from Philadelphia, has inspired me to make my apartment a bit more colorful. Elizabeth who blogs for Peacock Feather Events has openly shared her home with the world wide web. It's cute, fun and extremely creative. 
Here are some images of her cozy space. Enjoy! 


I adore the zebra stool

The neon tray sitting on the coffee table makes for a perfect piece to offset the pillow collection.




LOVE the peacock figurines
wouldn't it be such a treat to do laundry in this happy room?

romance at its finest

I am in the mood for a little romance.
 I found that creating a romantic theme in the house can evoke a sense of comfort, coziness and bliss. Roses, candle light, soft lace and pictures of loved ones can give that essence. 
Here you can find some beautifully adorned romantic cottages 
and a little about the people who have created them. 
Romance~ify your bedroom and see what it brings to your life. 







xoxo

outdoor tea time

There is nothing like spending the holidays on the west coast. It means warm weather, beautiful skies and if you are lucky you might get a little pool time in. I was thrilled to be in Palm Springs this Thanksgiving with the people I love the most. We did our fare share of scarfing down the goodies and to offset the overflowing stomachs, we had tea time. It was so lovely to sit on the patio for some good visits and tea. Oh what a joy it was! As a domestic woman I love to create beautiful settings to sip tea and such...here are a few I'd like to keep in my mind. 





(images from: HousetoHome)
xoxo

turkey and pie, oh my! and a little thanksgiving inspriation
















(images courtesy of: CountryLiving.com & Marthastewart.com)


I am about to embark on my trip to Palm Springs to celebrate this holiday. I am already thankful for SO much. My boyfriend got a part in a tv show, my sister is feeling way better from her sniffles and I get to see my favorite 9 year old in the world, little miss sophia. Oh how I can't wait to begin the cooking and decorating festivities. When you dress your home for the Holidays this year, think back to your favorite childhood memories and be thankful for them. Dress your home to your delight and incorporate your favorite colors and aromas. I know I can't wait to, its the preparation process that delights me the most. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

xoxo

Parisian Style Decorating

As you have probably guess I LOVE PARIS and I love seeing pretty Paris interiors. They are always so luxurious. They totally make me happy! Better Homes and Gardens UK has a great website for all types of decor styles. You can get inspiration from any or all cities overseas and bring the influence to your own home. Check out their site and see what you can discover! Here are the ones that I adore!