KIDS ART SPACE

This is probably the cleanest this art table has ever been...and will be (as the kids will be come home soon). We made our breakfast nook into an art space. This way they can make their mess while I make mine.

COFFEE TABLE STYLE

I love a nicely styled coffee table. It's the small things that speak to me. It's a simple way to welcome to your guest, make them feel comfortable and give them a little taste of who you are. Yep, I get all of that from a coffee table, that is if it's arranged well. And I know it's not always easy, especially with little kids, but it is possible. 

If you want to tell a little story with your table, there are 4 elements to it:

The 1st one is obviously - coffee table books or magazine, any sort of flip through book of your interests and hobbies. Come to think of it, photo albums would be great here. Not many people have them anymore, but think they are so nice to have. Need to put that one on my list of to-dos. Two - the quintessential tray, all those little do-dads... remote, coasters, candles, etc. look great when they are organized on a tray. Three - an interesting object that says a little something about you - maybe it's a souvenir you've collected on your travels or something your kid has made or just something you thought was pretty in the store. The final fourth item - would be color, this could be a plant,  flowers or little snack bowl...just to liven up the mix. 

And there you have it a little invitation to stay for a little while. Who knew a table could do so much. 

FEELING PINKISH

I usually don't go for pink, but the color has me smiling lately. It just has a sweet, playful, warm and fuzzy feeling about it. I could use a little extra pink in my life....this kitten bubblegum print is pretty darn cute and these anthro glasses would be perfect addition to our everyday juice glasses.  

SUNDAY LOVE

In our house, Sundays are reserved for relaxing and enjoying time with our family and our close friends. Today, it's just us, which means a morning of coffee, magazines and fresh yummies, an afternoon of play doh, hide-n-seek and pizza, and an evening of games, cooking and a movie. Happy Sunday, everyone!

MY PICKS FOR PENDANTS

I'm on the hunt for the perfect hallway light. It's for a client. She's looking for something that's traditional, yet modern with gold or brass finish. The light is for an upstairs hallway...there's room for it to hang into the entry staircase. So, I think a pendant would be nice. Here's what I've found so far...I think it's a pretty nice selection. The drums may be a little big, but would make a nice statement piece. 

[1] Caged Lantern Pendant, $840   [2] Landmark Pendant, $495   [3] Ellis Pendant, $699  

[4] Turner Pendant, $675   [5] Monde Mirrored Pendant, $250   [6] Hicks Pendant, $710  

[7] Box X2 Pendant,  $800   [8] Capiz Chandelier, $195   [9] Geo Frame Pendant, $248

ART OF AN ART WALL

Artwork can really make a room, but creating gallery wall is an art in of itself. It's a balance between variety, uniformity and flow. I love a collector's styled wall, where the pieces feel like they have been added over time and together they tell a little story. But I tend to be drawn to ones that have a structured layout (i.e., a straight baseline). I'm a little nutty when it comes to alignment.  

IT'S A GREEN AND LILAC THING

I've noticed a little theme with my recent pins. It's the fresh, vibrant green and soft lilac that's catching my eye.  I've always loved emerald green in fashion, but never considered it for interiors. Now, I'm determined to incorporate a little green into our home. Maybe it's a case of cabin fever and my yearn for spring. 6 more weeks of winter according to Punxsutawney Phil. Let's hope it goes by fast.