Today we are peeking into the home of Londen who shares her home over on Sixth Fifth Avenue on Instagram. They are a family of three living in an 1152 square foot 1940's home in Chicago. They have two bedrooms and 1 1/2 bathrooms. I really enjoyed seeing how Londen maximized all their small spaces and so beautifully and simply. That is what really caught my eye, she has nice pieces that make a statement. In small homes a lot of little things can feel overwhelming, I am constantly working on that in our small spaces. Notice how she uses real plants as the decor, my favorite way ... Read More
Upstairs Bathroom Remodel- The Reveal!
I am very excited to share our bathroom makeover with you! We have been able to use it the past couple weeks and can't believe how much more we enjoy it. If you remember when I shared the design plans, I talked about how our contractor insisted that we keep our vanity a certain size (this was not a code reason) just because he thought it would be to tight. I listened and I should have looked into it more. It was three years ago and we were just in a hurry, trying to get both bathrooms in working order. I am very happy that we invested in marble honey comb floors and beveled edge subway tile. ... Read More
Friday Favorites starts with Simple Sofa Change, Curb Appeal and Secretary Desks
Gearing up for Spring Break this coming week and thinking how I will entertain my children?! Seeing that it really won't be "Spring Weather" more rain in the forecast and closer to 40-50 degrees. If you have any great ideas, please help a friend out! Did I tell you I ordered a big play-set for the kids for an Easter gift? I am hopeful it will arrive and be installed this coming week but it is looking more like the following. I think tomorrow we will head into NYC to the Children's Art Museum and go somewhere fun to eat. Love to hear what you are up to! For my Friday Favorites I have some ... Read More
Gallery Wall Tips and Votes are in for the Chair!
I asked for your input on this family room that I recently made over for my friends. We had an overwhelming response on Social Media about what chair to choose! I gave 4 options and the funny thing is the chair that got the most votes was one I added last minute because I loved the pattern and needed another option, not thinking it would be the winner. Since we were finishing the room my friend asked me to do a gallery wall up her stairs for family photos. First up let's take a look at the Staircase BEFORE the Gallery Wall.... Nothing much to it making it not feel ... Read More
Small Space Living Series- New York City Apartment with Crystal Ann Interiors
I am truly enjoying this Small Space Series. Today's feature is no exception, it is so good. Crystal from Crystal Ann Interiors is living in a 700 square foot apartment in New York City with her family of four! After watching the video (at the end of the post) it makes me all the more inspired to simplify our closets and life! Crystal was so smart when designing this small space. They don't have any dressers- they just make very good use of the closets. She also keeps everything very organized. Literally everything has a home, a designated spot that it lives. This is a life-hack that ... Read More
Friday Favorites starts with Art Sale and Outdoor
I have been getting asked a lot lately where I find all of my artwork. I actually have a blog post with 5 different ways that I collect unique art and a story about one of my favorite paintings. The more personal you can make selecting artwork the better. I talked on a blog post how some art can make your home look cheap. That does not relate to the price you paid. It is more about how you go about selecting the art for your home. You could pick art because of the colors (which I do pay attention to) or you could pick artwork because it provokes a memory or emotion. Just be selective and ... Read More
Nesting Well- Complete Oily Resources
We wanted to give Nesting Well- Complete Oily Resourcesyou a HUB for all of our FAVORITE OILY resources exclusive to Nesting Well Members only. You can find all your graphics, carrier oils, oily books, Facebook groups and more right here... Oily Supplies- Build up slowly, build up quickly. It's up to you! Here are some must-have items to add to your oil corner to make integrating essential oils a daily practice. XL Organic Dryer Balls Oilyay- well made printed and digital files (We also like Flair & Festive, Amber Glass Bottle Set (we also love ... Read More
AZEK- The BEST Shiplap for Bathrooms
We have been remodeling our bathroom upstairs and it is basically all finished! We are really loving the changes and the larger vanity. I will be sharing the full reveal on April 10th (wish it was sooner! I am sharing the reveal with Wayfair over on their Instagram account and they pushed the date back). Had to share a sneak peek today and answer one of the most asked questions about the AZEK product we used to get the Shiplap look. AZEK is a composite material. Our contractor suggested this product. I was on the fence because it is more labor intensive. In the end AZEK will look ... Read More
Small Space Living Series- 1143 square feet with The Ranch Uncommon
Back with the Small Space Living Series today! This 1143 square foot home is so well thought out and executed. You are going to get a lot of storage solutions ideas from The Ranch House Uncommon. The first time I was exposed to The Ranch House Uncommon was from Country Living Magazine. After I read the article I found Jennifer over on Instagram and fell hard for her ideas! I for one noticed that everything is very functional and serves a purpose. This home is not the owners servant, rather it serves the home owners. Really love all the design inspiration. Notice the light above the sink is ... Read More
Favorite Spray Paint and Rub n’ Buff Experience
I have always been a spray paint fan lover. I had a couple little projects I was working on and a few readers suggested I use Rub n' Buff for the projects. Sharing the good, the bad and the ugly! And my go-to favorite spray paint, the can I always have on-hand. Watch out, I might spray paint the exterior of our house next. Not, really but I actually would spray it bright white if I really could. Brighter Gold- Rust-Oleum Pure Gold Rust-Oleum Pure Gold is a brighter gold. I really love this color. I use this when I am trying to brighten up a space or match a bright gold. We have used this ... Read More
