Sofa swap..

I've been searching for a new sofa for awhile. Ours has seen better days. It's 7 years old, and actually considering what we've put it through, in very good shape. We will probably keep it in storage in fact, for our future home, but for now we need a new one. There were a few must haves when it came to the new sofa:

Must be a sectional-

We love our sectional, and can't imagine not having another one in our living room. The shape fits our home well, I don't think a sofa and love seat would have anyplace in our current living room. I also love the amount of seating a sectional offers.

Must be Microfiber or 100% Polyester-

Not only do these two options make the sofa softer, but they are amazingly easy to keep clean; in fact, our microfiber couch has really impressed us.

Must come in a teal color-

After seeing images like these on Pinterest, I am completely sold on a bright teal sofa:

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So here's the options:

The Dunham Down-Filled 2-Piece sectional in Lagoon:

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The Dunham Down-Filled 3 Piece Sectional in Lagoon:

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The Milo Microfiber Sectional in teal...sorry for the weird picture, it's the only one I could find of the sectional in teal.

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There's also a custom option at a local furniture store, that actually comes out less expensive than any of these options and will probably be our best bet.

In any case, I'll keep you updated. 

So in case you haven't noticed (please, just pretend you noticed, it will make me feel better), I took a little blogging vacation last week. Why? you may ask. Because, I have absolutely nothing to write about. nada. zip. Writer's block, doesn't even begin to describe it. I have no inspiration, no design projects, no sourcing to do, and I can't do much in my own home right now (more on that later this week, hopefully). What does that leave? Lot's of yummy eye candy for you guys, and another little break for me. Hoping, some time away will help recharge me, and get my blogging mind going again. So here's to a good week, and some hopeful inspiration. Cheers...

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Brass hardware...

Let's talk about brass hardware for a second, shall we?
I'm completely in love with it. I remember, as a child, I had one of those curved brass headboards, and I hated it so much that I detached it and stuck it in the shed behind my parents house. Now brass hardware has found its way back into my heart and back into the world of design as well. Just check it out:

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What do you guys think? Are you hopping on the brass hardware bandwagon or does it just remind you of your ugly childhood headboard?

I'm Lovin' It, July...

Here's what I'm digging in July:

The high-waisted swimsuit

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It's no secret that I should of been born in the 70s, so it shouldn't be a surprise that I love the vintage nod, the new high-waisted suits give. Besides, who doesn't want a little bit more coverage out of a bikini.

The Dot and Bo Sunset dipped bowls

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How fun would these bowls be at a barbecue? Such a fun splash of brightness on an otherwise boring bowl.

The Republic of Tea, Ginger Peach Iced Tea

This stuff is so yummy and refreshing. Try their blackberry too, it's delish.

Gap's Striped Fold-over maxi skirt

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This is the most comfortable skirt you will ever own, and it goes with pretty much anything. Any piece of clothing that can be dressed up or down and is still comfy is a win in my book.

World Market's Hourglass Metal Drum Table

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This table has a fantastic unique shape, and the color is so perfect. 

Well that's all guys. What about you? What are you digging lately?

Shot through the heart...

I'll just come right out and say it...I don't love flowers...I know, gasp, a wanna-be interior stylist who doesn't like flowers? It's not that I don't like the look of them, because I absolutely do, they add the perfect pop of color and livelihood most rooms need but...they die, they're expensive, and they really only look pretty for about a day. Lately, I've been toying with ideas for styling rooms without flowers. It's not easy, I tell ya. Every space, really needs the height and dimension flowers add to a space.  While perusing on Pinterest, I saw this:

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I am so obsessed with this idea, I can't stand it. The arrows add the height and depth that flowers in a tall vase give you, but they wont die, and my dog wont attempt to eat them (I don't know why he does this). Plus how fun and whimsical would this be in any space. I've been on a search for vintage arrows for a decent price and good color for a couple months now to no avail, but I WILL find them. 

In any case, I think Bon Jovi would be proud...Oh, and you're welcome for getting that song stuck in your head for the rest of the day...