Still Crushing on the Target Pillowfort Collection pt.2

Posted on 3 March, 2016 by admin

Welcome Back to Week Two of my Love Affair with the New Target Pillowfort ™ Collection. This week’s (4) Ready to Play Rooms are just as impressive as the ones featured last week. Once again, I had a hard time choosing my favorites pieces, but I have included the links to each room so that you can decide what your favorites are. Target designed the Pillowfort™ Collection to be Gender Neutral. There are several pieces within the collection that can be used in any child’s room, regardless of gender and depending strictly on their personal style preference. Stay Tuned Next Friday for our Final Post on the last 4 Rooms.

Grand Getaway 1

Grand Getaway Room - Target Pillowfort Collection pt.2

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Discovery Den

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Floral Field

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Stellar Station

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MY FAVORITE LOOKS FROM THE TARGET PILLOWFORT COLLECTION PT.2

Our Favorites from the Target Pillowfort Collection pt.2

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The best thing about our favorite pieces that we picked this week, is that they can grow with you. They can take you from Middle School all the way to College Applications. And dare I say, depending on how well you take care of your things, some of these pieces will go well in a college dorm room. What do you think of the Pillowfort Collection? What are your favorite pieces? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.

GOING GA-GA OVER THE TARGET PILLOWFORT COLLECTION

Posted on 24 February, 2016 by admin

Target is one of those places that you just can’t run in and out of. This is especially true of their Home Decor Section. So, as much as I was sad to see Circo go, I am all about Target’s New Pillowfort Collection. With 12 different Ready to Play Rooms to pick from I decided to split this up into several blog posts. Here are the first 4 Rooms I chose and my favorite pieces from each one. To be honest, it was hard to narrow it down to just a few, but I have included the links to each room so that you can decide what your favorites are. Even though you can tell that these rooms are designed with children in mind, I could easily find use for several of these pieces all over my house. Stay Tuned Next Friday for Part 2.

Camp Kiddo 1

Camp Kiddo - Target Pillowfort Collection

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Ocean Oasis 2

Ocean Oasis - Target Pillowfort Collection

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Sprinkle Suite 3

Sprinkle Suite - Target Pillowfort Collection

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Explorer’s Escape 4

Explorer's Escape - Target Pillowfort Collection

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my favorites from the target pillowfort collection

Our Favorites from the Target Pillowfort Collection Part 1

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The continuing theme through all the rooms is just how clean the look is. It’s a mixture of classic styles, colors and shapes, and true to its description is absolutely gender neutral. Now, that you’ve had a chance to check out the Collection which pieces are your favorite? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Trend Alert: Defining Your Living Space with Posters

Posted on 29 December, 2015 by admin

Gone are the days when posters were only used to decorate the walls of adolescent bedrooms, home theaters and man caves. Posters have emerged as a way to tell a story, add bold color, and display your style and personality in your living space. Reproductions, Travel Posters and Vintage Poster Art are quickly becoming a very popular design trend. The reason why….the possibilities are endless.

Posters can be displayed almost anywhere. Here are some of my favorite placements found around the web.

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I think one of the reasons why posters are becoming such a popular option, is that they are very cost effective. Often the same original art work can be hard on your pockets. In fact, during this past Holiday Season, our poster section generated the most sales in our Etsy Store. Though, I tend to be partial to seeing posters displayed in frames, simply because I feel that it gives it a “artsy” feel. They can be hung, taped, displayed in a gallery like format or even simply made to lean up against the wall. Regardless of how you choose to incorporate them into your home, they will serve their purpose. Do you have any posters displayed in your home? What was the reason that you went with a poster, as opposed to another form of art?

Our 2015 Christmas Home Tour

Posted on 19 December, 2015 by admin

It’s that time again. Can you believe that this is our Third Christmas Home Tour? The years are flying by so quickly and the kids are getting bigger and bigger, and by default, I am not getting any younger either. But, the one thing that remains the same is my Love for this Time of The Year. It’s not Christmas unless you are throwing a little red and green around. And, as far as the little ones are concerned the Kid’s Tree and everything surrounding it should be flocked in traditional hues. And, I am ok with that. Because as much as I literally live for the Real Tree in my formal living room, my heart strings are permanently attached to the Kid’s Tree. It is literally stock full of memories of Christmas past. The hallway leading into the Family Room and the Kid’s Tree and the Mantel are always very conventional.

This year I introduced gold as our new accent color for the Formal Living and Dining Room, while holding on to most of the color scheme from last year. Since, I decorated for Fall this year, when Christmas time came my creative brain was pretty fried. I had no idea in what direction I wanted to go this year. However, I really loved how these two rooms turned out this year. We purchased the large Gold bowl on the table from Home Goods and the pears and apples we got from their as well. The purple napkins we scored last year from Bed Bath and Beyond and used them again this year. We also scored the table mats from Home Goods and believe it or not the chargers came from the Dollar Store. As you can see, the Gold literally carries through all the way to this years tree.

Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours!!

Printable Holiday Gift Tags

Posted on 15 December, 2015 by admin

Printable Holiday Gift Tags

DRESS YOUR GIFTS WITH THESE HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS!!

Can you honestly believe that there are only 10 days left until Christmas? I am still in shock at how fast this year has flown by. Seems like an evil trick to get me to turn 40, lol. But, I suppose time waits for no one, not even me.

Do you wait until the last minute to wrap your gifts, or have you already started? Either way, today I have a treat for you. Dress up Your Gifts with these Free Holiday Gift Tags.

Right Click – Save – Print – Cut and Dress Your Gifts Up This Season!! For Best Results, print on Card Stock Paper.

This Holiday Season We’ve Got Your Covered. For More Holiday Fun – Check Out Our Christmas Coloring Sheets. Hubby’s Holiday Gift Guide (for the men in your life) and Our 2015 Holiday Play List.

This post was originally published in 2015. To check out more recent Holiday Posts (2017). Follow these links, Our 2017 Holiday Play List, All About The Stockings (for Stocking Stuffer Ideas), and Saying Goodbye to Our Christmas Elf.

Three… Two…. One… A Friday Series No. 11

Posted on 6 November, 2015 by admin

Three Blogs:

Yes, you guessed it. I am already diving head first into Holiday Decor. This week’s Three Blogs are full of amazing things. Make sure to head over to their sites to check out what they have to offer from freebies, to DIY ideas, inspiration and even shops of their own.

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Live A Little Wilder Blog

Place of My Taste

Liz Marie Blog

Two Faves:

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***Christmas Gift Ideas***

Betty Crocker 3-Tier Oven Rack – This is the perfect addition to your kitchen, especially with the holidays around the corner. Who doesn’t need more space in the oven when cooking over the holidays?

TrackR – This a Mommy Gift, in my humble opinion. Especially if you suffer from Mommy Brain, as I tend to from time to time. If you have to keep track of your things and every body elses this is for you. You put these on your items and then you can track them from an app, even in the house. How novel is that? No more running around the house searching for your keys.

One Freebie:

Sometimes the Holidays can be stressful. Surround yourself with Positive Images. Save Print and Frame this Live Brave Printable here.

We made it through another week!! Have a Colorful Weekend.

Three… Two…. One… A Friday Series No. 10

Posted on 30 October, 2015 by admin

This week’s Blogs offer lots of variety, that you are sure to enjoy. If you follow the link in Photo Source #2, you will find a quick and easy Halloween Peek-A-Boo Treat Bag tutorial courtesy of Here Comes The Sun Blog.

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Three Blogs:

Two Faves:

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The Garlic Chop Garlic Chopper, Lime Green – Ok, so I probably was drawn to it because of the aesthetics, but it seems like a pretty useful product. I tend to purchase my Garlic already minced and in a jar. But, if I were trying to be more authentic, I suppose this would work.
Calphalon Classic Self-Sharpening 12-pc. Cutlery Set with SharpIN Technology – Most engaged couples register for a set of knives. Every wife envisions herself impressing her husband in the kitchen. And, whether that actually happens or not, most knives have a limited shelf life. I have a set now that need to be put out of their misery. That being said had this been around when I was creating my wedding registry it would have been at the tippy top of my list. Knives that stay sharp are a must have in any working kitchen.

One Freebie:

Halloween Coloring Sheets

Follow the Link. Download, Print and Enjoy.

Have an Unparalleled Weekend.

Six Ways to Bring Natural Elements Indoors: Home Decor Trends

Posted on 27 October, 2015 by admin

Bringing Nature indoors to create a warm and inviting space is a Home Decor Trend that seems to be gaining momentum. This trend is no longer considered Rustic, or Shabby Chic, it has become, dare I say main stream. See how to get this look by incorporating these easy to find elements.

Acorns:

Paint them. Throw them in a vase. Add some sparkle. Turn them into napkin rings. You can throw these things around like confetti!!

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Pine Cones:

Bleach them. Paint them. Add a Secent to them. Wherever you place them … they are bound to shine.

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Pumpkins & Gourds:

Table Settings, Mantels, or Even the Front Door… There’s no doubt that fall is near, when the Pumpkins and Gourds start to appear.

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Fresh Fruits:

You don’t need a season to incorporate fresh fruits into the mix. It’s a simple and thrifty way to add both color, and fragrance.

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Wood Elements:

There is something about wood that I feel has calming and spa like properties. Hence my love for hard wood floors, wood coasters, dough bowls, etc. Adding wood elements to a space gives it balance.

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Plant Life:

Aside from their ability to improve Indoor Air Quality, these beauties, are just great to look at. Also, there is something to be said about keeping a plant alive. It’s a good feeling.

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Are you big on having Natural Elements in your Home? How many of these items are already a part of your home?

Our 2015 Fall Home Tour

Posted on 15 October, 2015 by admin

Come on In, and Welcome to Our 2015 Fall Home Tour. It’s no big secret that I love fall. I enjoy decorating my home for the season almost as much. The Traditional Fall Color Palette truly speaks to my spirit, each and every year. It has become a more fulfilling experience now that I have enlisted the help of my dear husband. This year more than any other, he was an active participant in the vision behind Our Fall Home.

This little table sits in our Front Foyer. It changes with the seasons. I kept it very simple, and added One of Our Fall Printables from Our Etsy Store.

If this isn’t your first time viewing one of Our Home Tours, then you know that these White Hydrangeas are always somewhere in sight. I simply added them to a basket with orange blooms, a few pumpkins and some candles to welcome fall. This served as the centerpiece for the coffee table in Our Formal Living Room.

Our Formal Living Room and Dining Room feed into each other, as you can see here. You know, the “crowning glory” of my decorated home is always my tablescape. This year I was stumped, I really didn’t know what to do and I knew I wanted a change. So I sent my hubby on a Home Goods Excursion. He came back with a lot of really Good Stuff. Thank God for his fresh eyes.

My favorite piece of this year’s Tablescape, is the Festive Pumpkin Wheelbarrow. I was swooning , the minute he pulled it out the bag.

I am always searching for inspiration on decorating my side buffet. I wanted the buffet to be full and for the decor to vary in height and texture. I am very rarely pleased with my first or second look. That was true here as well. I won’t even show you the epic fails. But, we finally settled on this look, and This year’s Side Buffet is EVERYTHANG!! Or at least we think so. We sat the Moscow Copper Mule Mugs(an early Christmas present), on saved slices of last year’s Christmas tree. We planned to make them into coasters, but that is still on the DIY List. Luckily for us it lent to the rustic look and feel that we were going for. The Orange bird cages have been around for a few years, but still fit in perfectly. The larger than life Acorn and Fabric Pumpkin were Home Good Finds. Throw in some Fall Garland and an Orange Cake Plate and the look was complete.

Lastly, we threw some Fall Pieces into the Kitchen Just to Give it that Autumn Feel. [Enter the Owls.]

I had hoped to post the Fall Home Tour earlier, but… well… if I must confess, the kitchen is the hardest part of my home to keep “picture perfect”. I am sure you know that…. these pictures are not indicative of every day.

As always, it was great fun inviting you all into Our Home. Do you decorate for each season? What was your favorite part of Our Home Tour?

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