Shutters Over The Fireplace

I recently picked up four shutters from Good Will and think this might be a cute use for them, especially considering I'm not likely to put a TV up there anytime soon. It would need to be a different color, though!

Argyle Yarn Christmas Wreath

Oh goodness, I love this wreath. So classic and fun at the same time. I wonder how much yarn it would take, though?!

Pleated Cardigan

Oh I love this cardigan embellishment- so pretty and feminine!

Mismatched Red Chairs

Oh goodness I'm in love with these chairs! I'm slowly building a collection painted in my favorite Rustoleum Colonial Red.

Here's a shot of the some pretty colored chairs that I took in Greece. It's unconventional but I love it!

Painted Block Walls

We have tons of boring block wall. I wonder how something like this would look in my back yard?

Color Coordinated Lockers

Oh goodness it's been a while since I posted any inspirational pictures! Well, I've been working hard actually making things in my house. Today I saw this target ad when I went to watch an episode on ABC and absolutely loved this frame with the color organized lockers. We could totally do this at our house- red for me of course, Blue for Ben, Orange for Will, and Kate (by my forced assignment) in PINK! Maybe in the garage someday, as a makeshift mudroom!

Towel Rack from a Quilt Rack

I love this idea to use a quilt rack for a towel rack. They are a dime a dozen at GoodWill. Easy, cheap, high impact!

found via Mrs. Devore

Pottery Barn Paper Chandelier

I love PBK's paper chandelier and would love to try this (though certainly not with birds, yikes!)

French Chair Redo- Reupholstery

This looks just like my French chair! And it doesn't look TOO tricky to redo it. Someday!

White Pitcher Collection

My mom almost has enough white pitchers to do this. I love the repetition and simplicity- so pretty!

from Decorpad via Centsational Girl

Blue Bathroom Inspiration

This picture reminded me instantly of my bathroom, or at least my vision for it. We already have the blue walls and white accessories going- it's time to dress it up!

From Lonny Magazine, via Centsational Girl

Ruffled Curtain

These would be perfect for Katie's room (pink of course!)

Knight Chore Chart

This blog is new to me and I love it! We're still getting into regular chores with my little man but I love this idea.

Little girl shirt dress for summer

Oh I have visions of my little Katie baby flitting around in something sweet and comfy like this! I love the bow on top and the contrasting colors. So sweet.

from the talented Made

Toy Organizaition

I snapped this yucky cell phone picture in the basement of Corn Wagon Quilt Co. in Utah last week. I looked at it (and after I could stop staring at the beautiful red) and thought, "There has to be a toy storage correlation here." I'm still hunting for the perfect way to organize the toys and keep them looking great, minimized, and functional for the kids. Suggestions would be appreciated!

Hose Organizer

Another super creative person beautifying a normally ugly household item. Love it.

Sewn Mail Organizer

I've been looking for a new way to organize my bills. Right now, stacked up on my desk in piles, then occasionally filed away compactly isn't really cutting it (particularly since my desk is in the master bedroom!) I'm so impressed she MADE this- it's beautiful!

PB Priscilla Day Bed

This bed from Pottery Barn is so dreamy and relaxing. Ana has plans to make it at Knock Off Wood. Wow.

Expedit Love

My cousin has Expedits in both of her kids' rooms. They're awesome and I want one of my own. She just let me know the 4 x 4 is now only $99 and I'm thinking I need it. I love this photo from Apartment Therapy. I love/hate my vaulted ceiling in my family room since I feel like I have this one, huge empty high wall that needs more love. I think I would love this. Not sure about my husband, though!

Fairy Door

Oh my goodness... I think these little doors were invented for my cousins. I wish I had the cash to buy one for each of my favorite girlies, they would love this! I love the unfinished option, too, to make it just how you like it (let's be honest here, I'd just buy the red or maybe pink if I were feeling fancy, no need for me to paint my own).

Too cute.

Flirty Skirt

This looks so comfy and sweet for the summer. I love it.

Monogrammed Tote Bag

I might have to do this for myself when my primary bag finally dies. So sweet and pretty!

Red Dishes in a Red Kitchen

This is so not child friendly but wow, I love it. Maybe for my hutch?

from the wonderful Real Simple

Felt Flowers

This looks like a lot of effort but I love the final product. I would love to make one of these for Katie Baby.

Red Velvet Cupcakes in a Jar

What is it about Red Velvet Cake that just gets people excited? I mean, I'm one of those people since we had it as our wedding cake. Anyways, I'm going to make these Red Velvet Cupcakes in a Jar next time I have a party. I think people would flip out, really.

Update- I made them! So fun!

Ruffle Skirt

I think this skirt is so pretty and fresh. I would feel like a total dork wearing it, though. Maybe for Kate!

More Silouettes

I love these black frames- I'd to paint one white for our nursery. I think it looks so pretty with the silouette. And I think I'm in love with Belle Maison.

Another Chair

My new chair from GoodWill looks a lot like the one on the right. Really. I need to paint it and think this house is great inspiration.

from my favorite photographer, Nicole Hill Gerulat

French Chair Redo

This chair redo reminds me so much of my own French chair. She makes it look easy, too... someday we'll tackle the reupholstering!

For now, Kate looks great in everything (new or old!)

Cupcake Flower Pots

This is so clever and cute. I love that I could totally do this, too. Another item to add to my list!

Silhouette Wall Idea

I love everything about this wall. The colors, the silhouettes, the printed wall behind the solid mattes, everything. So pretty.

source long lost, from my files (please let me know if you know where it's from!)

Thonet Chair Pillows

My mom loves her Thonet chairs but they are pricey and hard to come by. These Chair Pillows are a lot of fun and so creative.

from Belle Maison

Bathroom Organization

Love this idea from Steph Modo. If only I had such a pretty vanity (pretty towels will have to do!)

Family Organizers

I love the idea to keep things organized for each family member with this cute boxes. Now here's something else to keep an eye out for!

from Crap I've Made

Since I love Paris and my husband's name is Ben, I think I'm going to have to make some prints like these for our house somewhere. Simple and cute.

from Aubrey + Lindsay

Kids Storage Chairs

Kids have so much stuff- I love the idea to keep things tucked away like this. And with Knock Off Wood's simple, foolproof plans, I hope to have some of these eventually!

Grograin Ribbon Wreath

I've been eyeing this wreath for a while and think a nice springy color might make an appearance on my front door soon.

Monogram Cookies

Sweetopia is seriously talented. Wow. These monogrammed cookies are made by piping the monogram onto a sheet of parchment, with the printed design underneath. Then top the piped shape (use royal icing or melted candy melts) with nonpareil sprinkles, let set, and use to decorate.

Absolutely gorgeous.

Girl's Shirt from a Men's Top

I love this men's shirt turned into a sweet, pleated girls top. So fun.

from Sewing in the Suburbs

Stamped Spoons as Herb Markers

I'm happy to find another use for my metal jewelry stamps, especially since I love herbs and can actually grow them.

from Monkeys Always Look's Etsy Shop

Update: this will NOT work on stainless spoons (I should have known but certainly didn't). I ruined my stamps trying! I'll have to find a softer metal!

Kids Chair and Chandelier

Isn't this room fresh and pretty? I love the colors, especially the chandelier and the rocking chair. So fun.

found on Belle Maison from the book Room for Children

Ruffled Shower Curtain

Ruffles are popular and I'm all on board. Oh I want a curtain like this for my bathroom... bedroom... whatever. So pretty!

from Belle Maison

Hooked Shelf

I don't really need a coat (much less a rack, remember that scene in Wayne's World?) in sunny Arizona but I want to make one of these for my bathroom. It's so pretty. That remodeling guy is so tricky.

Fabric Flowers

Here's another girlie project- fabric flowers from 100 Layer Cake. I love the soft colors and textures and can't wait to make some for me and my sweet babe.

Bows for Girls

Thank goodness I have a little girl because I used to get seriously upset by all the ridiculously cute dresses at the mall. I'm sure these hair clippies would have the same effect. I can't decide which I like the most, they're all so fun and creative! Check out Funky Polkdot Giraffe on etsy.

Kids Table and Chairs

This kids table has me dreaming! I've been thinking about it since I first saw it and think I'm finally going to be able to have my own. I found a pretty similar rectangular table and I'm going for it as soon as I get the cast off my sanding hand. I love the white but think I might do red. Either should be so fun for my little guy!