Friday Favorites starts with a little Fall and Small Space Living

I am warning you now- I will be sharing some Christmas Ideas on Tuesday next week! (I know it is early, but I want to share earlier than latter to give you all ideas). So before Christmas takes over- here is a little bit more Fall in our Kitchen, maybe some Thanksgiving inspiration. I personally like a greenery and twinkle lights at Thanksgiving too! I was looking through my photos- so funny how much this space changes just with little touches. I am talking about all my favorite things from the week- sales and an interview I did about small space living.

I was interviewed by Wayfair about our home and more about “small space living”. I don’t think that is what identifies me. But I guess a lot of people read my blog for small space living ideas. Honestly I REALLY like living in a smaller home. It is not too overwhelming. For instance if I want to paint our front room, I could do it in a couple hours- it isn’t too daunting. Same with cleaning the bathrooms. I thought I would share the interview here with you!

Nesting with Grace on Small Space Living-

Wayfair: How would you describe the style and flow of your home?

Brooke: Our home is a 1950’s split-level Cape.

W: What’s your biggest struggle with decorating a small space?

B: In our small home it has been a struggle to maximize seating and storage. Everything has to have a double function.

W: Is there a specific piece of decor that you think is vital for a small room?

B: I think personal touches that tell your story. That could be a painting or collected pieces from a vacation.

W: Did you focus on when decorating your room for form or function? Why?

B: This a learned and practiced skill. Before we moved into our home I ordered some great new pieces and brought some old with us. After living in the home I realized a few things needed to change and I had to focus more on function of pieces. Like swivel chairs, secretary desks, built-in banquettes with storage.

W: Finally, what do you think is the best way to maximize both space and style?

B: Evaluating how you and how others live and use your home is most important. I believe in creating a home with purpose, not just style. So if you start with the purpose then search for pieces that are your own unique style you can’t go wrong in my book.

• I want to make the pie below that I saw on Country Living for Thanksgiving and try my Paleo Pot Pie with this leaf idea. I ordered THESE mini leaves to try it this weekend!

• I saw a cute sweater on Instagram and loved it! Found it online HERE I ordered it on gray because I just bought a black one last week. (Spend $40 get a $10 gift card until 11-4).

• I bought THIS shirt- those sleeves! I mean, you will want this for the Holidays! Friends and Family Sale too- use code FFCARD until 11-5.

• I started reading the book Wonder with my girls. Ella actually brought it home from her school library! We want to finish it by the time the movie comes out! We are reading it for our book club this month too. I asked who read it on my Instagram Stories and so many people said it is their favorite book! I have a hard time waiting for the girls to get home to read it. Let me know if you are reading it or are going to start it before the movie comes out (I think it is the weekend of the 17th).

I came across a BIG SALE on some of my favorite pieces I have seen or used before. Their furniture is 40% off until 11-26 use code FURNSALE on all the pieces below-

• Like THIS little fur stool that I have two similar.

• An acrylic coffee table is great in a small space. Love THIS one for a small space. With two ottomans like THESE underneath it for some warmth and more seating.

• THIS would make a gorgeous coffee table- you know I am loving this color.

• Looking for a media console? THIS is a great piece especially on the sale!

• I really like our ladder in our bathroom to dry towels and swimsuits! THIS one is on sale and I like the white wash finish.

• I saw THIS chair in person and really liked it! A pair would look great anywhere!

• Need a bookcase? You can take 40% off THIS clearance one! Comes out to about $75!

• Lastly THIS desk! Looks great behind a sofa as a console table too.

And a few more…click on an image to shop it- (before you buy online make sure to check the sizes and it is good to read reviews then decide for yourself).

I hope you have a great first weekend in November! I will be back Monday for my “Ask a Designer Series” along with Christmas Kitchen on Tuesday.

Don't Miss Any of the Fun!

Join my newsletter subscription and get a chance to get your design question answered LIVE or on the blog!