My wish list and inspiration for my new home

Now that we've been living in our home for a couple of month, I've been having more and more ideas for what I'd like to do with it.  Unfortunately, my wish list and ideas rarely align with our budget.... sigh... a girl can dream though...

Here's what I've had on my inspiration board:

 I've been loving iron and wood...

We plan on knocking out one wall in our kitchen and putting in a breakfast bar.  These pendants would look great above it.

 A glam tufted ottoman would have so many uses!

I desperately want a wing back upholstered bed, not just a headboard.  I am so tired of ironing and readjusting bedskirts...

 I've always loved chunky throws...

This rug is like a toned down cozy sweater...

All of these items from Joss & Main...

Have a great weekend!

Check out my Christmas wish list featured on iVillage

I was super flattered when iVillage asked me to come up with a few goodies I've had my eye on for the Holidays. Here's what I came up with:

Share the love by going to my page on iVillage by either "Liking it," "tweeting it," or just leave a comment (You'll see where I accidentally pasted the same comment 3 times :\) !

Read what I'm looking forward this holiday season, my wishlist, and where to get it on iVillage.

PS: the bird mobile picture holders is not on iVillage - you can get that at RianRae.

A historic country home done up in a modern way

I'm writing you guys from Chicago today, where I'm visiting a friend before heading over to Spain to visit my boyfriend for a month. I saw this house in Elle Decor and thought it was really nice - and worth a share. What do you think?

Looovvee those weathered leathered chairs, the oversize ottoman/coffee table, and the hydrangea arrangement.




I would never think to paint my bedroom such a dark brown, but it's actually looks quite relaxing.

via Elle Decor

OKA Home Design

I can't remember when or where I discovered OKA, but their website is chock full of pretty pictures in soft gray woods and neutral textiles. They have many stores in the UK and a catalog, but have any of you actually seen their products "in the flesh?" I'd love to know OKA's reputation, quality, and if it's priced reasonably for what you're getting.


I love this quilt, the pattern is beautiful

Definitely has a "shabby chic" feel to it




white floors!

Love the large ottoman









Images via OKA

English Country Antiques

For all you antiquers out there, here are some of my new finds from ecantiques.com. I have to say I wasn't prepared for the prices. Nevertheless, perhaps the images will inspire you. And there are always cheap replicas to be found!




Faux Zebra-skin ottoman

Mahogany-top table with horn base

Vintage globes

Kilim chest

Barrel stool