SPOTS, DOTS, AND POLKA DOTS!

I’m currently really into polka dots. I think polka dots can add a touch of whimsy, graphic and sophistication. This large scale black and white looks so chic on a wallpaper, and on a fun blouse! 

I’m totally into this bathroom! 

Get inspired! 

Is the purple fun? Or is it too much? 

Absolutely adorable! 

LET THE SUN SHINE!

I received a beautiful bunch of sunflowers last night, after feeling quite under the weather for the past two days. I have never received sunflowers before, so this was especially exciting to me. (As if receiving flowers isn't exciting enough!) I put my beautiful sunflowers on my desk, and as I looked more and more, I began to feel inspired. I am so in love with how bright and sunny they look, they are as bight as sun beams. Seriously, they are goegeous. So right now, I am loving this "sunflower yellow". It's punchy, bright, and makes me think of Summer! So who says the bright colors have to go away when the season changes to fall? It's practically Summer in Southern California all year long anyways!
So bring on the yellow, please!

Is all this yellow starting to make you feel sunny, bright, and happy yet?

Here are my lovely flowers, which I have placed on my desk. LOVE them!

DO IT YOURSELF {I LOVE DIY'S!}

Hello Followers!

(I must apologize first for how long it's been since I have last posted a blog! This month has been pretty busy for me.)

Lately, I have become a little obsessed with Pinterest. There is so much on that site, I especially love all the recipes and home decor ideas I have found.  If you are a "pinner" yourself, I'm sure you can relate. So, I thought I would throw together a little post with my top ten favorite D.I.Y. projects. (Also, I've put the source under the picture, so you will get the link to the instructions!) From the FreeInteriors' D.I.Y. Board on Pinterest, here are my top D.I.Y. picks. 

Enjoy!

http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2011/07/link-party-no-60.html

Thrift store frames and cork board. Done. 

http://www.hgtv.com/design-star/how-to-paint-a-chevron-patterned-dresser/index.html

Chevron pattern on the front of a chest of drawers. 

http://myoldcountryhouse.blogspot.com/2011/09/for-love-of-pink-missoni-for-target-and.html
By the way, if you click this link, I am in love with how cute this room is. 

Paint the inside of a book self.

http://selinalake.blogspot.de/2012/05/byron-byron-flora-style.html

A painted rod is a fun way to add color to a room.

http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/2012/02/fabric-backed-open-kitchen-cabinets-diy-on-a-dime-the-tutorial.html

Use wallpaper to line your cupboard. Adds a pop of color!

http://grosgrainfabulous.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-07-07T13%3A00%3A00-04%3A00

Nifty idea for a bench. Might be worth a try! 

http://blog.megruth.com/2011/08/display-thursday-frames.html

A heart shaped cluster of frames is a cute idea above a bed for a couple. Sleep under all your favorite memories. 

(I'm sure you can find some cheap frames at Ikea or Target.)

Too easy. Go outside. Pick up couple branches. Break said branches. Glue onto votives.

http://www.modaagora.com.br/blog/2012/07/05/dicas-de-organizacao-por-monica-cury/

I am in the process of making my own version of this. This is one of the best ways to organize make up. gets it out of your drawers, off the counter and in your view so you can see all that you have to play with. In my opinion, I would find a fun frame and paint it a bright color instead of black. 

http://www.mnn.com/family/pets/photos/10-enviable-upcycled-pet-beds/diy-4-poster-pet-bed

And, something for your pet! ;)

http:///pinterest.com/tarafree