Headboards & Bedsides...

So I'm on a mission for inspiration as I move into a new apartment October 1st! My bedroom will be alot larger than my previous one, and I'm dying to do something creative with bedside tables, and recover my headboard. {images via White & Wander, Caitlin Moran, Apartment Therapy, Coco Cozy, Cottage Living}

Antlers...

Loving the antler craze. {images via Domino, Apartment Therapy, Living Etc.}

Happy Friday...

There's still time for summer romance and adventure. This yellow Vespa is the coolest! {image via A Punctuated Life}

Song of the Day...

I learned this on the guitar recently and love this version. Everybody's Changing -Lily Allen (Keane Cover).

Outdoor Livin'...

By the fireplace...under a crystal chandelier, lounging on a bed of pillows in the woods, taking a bath by the birch tree, having a picnic in the grass, sitting by the water lazing and gazing. Aren't these little sceneries great reminders that we can create anything, anywhere! It's so nice to have a little piece of the outdoors made special to enjoy. {images via Weekend Host, The Butterfly Collector and A Bit of Whimsy}

Kate Moss Collection at Top Shop...

Kate's new fall/winter 09 collection has a line of sexy and feminine dresses and pieces with rock n' roll edge. {images via Vogue UK}

Summer Salad...

Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere made my day when she posted this yummy salad. She mixed up peaches and tomatoes, with slivers of red onion, avacado, chile flakes and cilantro tossed with lemon juice and olive oil. I can't wait to try!

Just Thinking...

Wednesday = Hump Day. Just two more days to the weekend and September is here. My favorite month! I found this lovely quote and thought it was a wonderful idea to share. I hope you all have a nice day;) {image via Cupcakes and Cashmere}

Alexa Chung...

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Do you ever just want to give yourself a total style makeover? Alex Chung, host of It's On, has a charming and quirky sense of style that I love! I always catch a glimpse of her in the Style pages and wonder, could I pull off that outfit? She's just adorable.

Coooolage...

I just LOVE wall collages, mixed art and photographs organized in a unique pattern. {images via decor8 and Style Files}

Casual Weekend Looks...

Don't pack away your sandals yet, let's stretch out our summer play clothes a few more weeks! One pair of shoes can take you a long way, beach, daytime strolls and casual dining;) Mix and match a few fun tops with any of these skirts and shorts for a weekend getaway.

Above the Fray...

This 'Raw with Love' photoshoot is a beautiful compliation of moody and etherial imagery and fashion. {image via Above the Fray}

Loeffler Randall Home...

This living room from Domino has always been one of my favorites. It was then I discovered the parsons table from West Elm and the For Like Ever poster. the neutral tones are just what I'm thinking for my next apartment. {image from Domino via Orange Beautiful}

Beach Cabana...

I hope you are all soaking up the last days of summer! {image via delightful and delovely}

Little Kitchen Crush...

These little kitchen spaces were made more interesting with wallpaper, coats of paint on cabinets and floors, window treatments in a bold print fabric and fabulous kitchen accessories! {images via Brown Button and Peacock Feathers}

Look of the Day...

I love a long skirt with a plain white T {image via Copenhagen Street Style}. Get similar style here:

Blogger Interview: Why We Blog #8...

I find myself often scrolling through beautiful images on Haven and Home. Marianne has beautiful taste in fashion and an incredible design style. On her blog footer is such a lovely quote: "There seems to be within all of us an innate yearning to be lifted momentarily out of our own lives into the realm of charm and make believe."
-Dorothy Draper

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What inspires you? Everything from magazines to shows to stores to nature. You name it and it inspires me!

Why did you began blogging? I started reading blogs and I loved them. I thought, "I should start one as a scrap book to myself of all the things I loved and were inspiring me at the time. Then it kind of took off and it has been great for business. Some days I love it, some days it feels like another job!

What is an amazing thing that happened to you because of blogging? The blog world is such an amazing place. I have met so many wonderful people and new clients through H&H. I always refer to someone as my blog friend and my Husband thinks I am crazy. It is funny how close you can feel to someone you have never met!

What is your day job? I am an Interior Decorator in Birmingham, Alabama. I started my own company a few years ago and I am enjoying learning something new every day. While you could say this is my dream job, I also dream of owning a store or having Kelly's job on Regis and Kelly.

Theme Party: Marie Antoinette...

Happy Monday! I think it would be a fun afternoon with girlfriends to laze 18th century style. I would love to host a Marie Antoinette themed party. Pink champagne, macaroons, 4 tiered cakes and outfits fit for a queen! {images via Pretty Little Things, Etsy, Dress Design Decor, Style Me Pretty, Blast Milk}

Phone Home...

I haven't had a land line in years. Whether connected or not, I love the looks of vintage phones. {images via habitually chic, dear designer and apartment therapy}

Blogger Interview: Why We Blog #7...

Barb, author of Knack, repurposes beautiful found objects in her studio and shares design inspiration on her blog daily. She has amazing style!

What inspires you? Transformations

Why did you began blogging? To create an online journal/ portfolio of my work for my family mainly, and hoped in the back of my mind that others would take notice ;)

What is an amazing thing that happened to you because of blogging? A truly awesome and amazing support group of friends and like minded creatives that excites and inspires me daily.

What is your day job? Working in my studio creating custom pieces of furniture and buying home accessories to complete the knackage package! It is my dream job!

What is a little tidbit about you? I am 35...mother of two...married to the most awesome dude for 15 years.....love my converse tennis shoes...hot water bottles....mike and ikes....swedish fish....chai tea....the smell of paint, sherwin williams paint brushes, puffy vests, movie night, calzones.......and I better stop there or I would go on forever..... ;)

Orange Crush...

A rather large confession...I love orange crush - the soda - I do! I'm not much of a coca-cola drinker, I have an occassional Sprite, but my first choice is an orange flavored bubbly drink! The color is also one of my favorites. Just a hint here and there, or a classic piece in the wardrobe, make for sunny days. {images via Mary Ruffle, Gracie Studio, Anthrolpogie & Red Modern Furniture}

Watermelon Race...

Have a watermelon eating contest! {image via Joy the Baker}

Happy Friday...

Ahhh! Even though it has been a short week, I'm exceptionally happy it's Friday and ready to relax this weekend! I hope you all have a lovely one, enjoying the last days of summer. {image via Le Fashion}

Beautiful Flowers in the Home...

I love these beautiful arrangements! {images via brown button, Sarah in Wonderland, desire to inspire and absolutely beautiful things}