Trying to keep the inspiration going

I had to join Pinterest in my computer class at school...how fun! I thought I would show some of the stuff I pinned to give you an idea of what's been inspiring me right now. Once I get a place of my own again, I would love to use a color palette inspired by the beach: light sand, sky/light blue and aqua. I think it would be calming and easy to find stuff that works with the color scheme. I would use the softer colors for living/dining areas and a brighter version for the bathroom. I still want to use grey in the bedroom...love the idea of soft greys and silver accents in the bedroom. Here are a few pics that have inspired me:
The inspiration...

  pic courtesy of layoutsparks.com

Now, don't get me wrong, I love beachy stuff and think it's cute to decorate your beach house with literal translations of the beach (shells, etc.), but my inspiration is for the colors only. Like this...

(ok, this is a beach house) pic courtesy of housebeautiful.com

 or this...

pic courtesy of luxury-furniture-design.net

or this...

pic courtesy of griyakulo.com

or this...

pic courtesy of decorgirl.net

These are just of the few living rooms that I like. In the next post, I'll share some bathroom and bedroom ideas. I know that I will probably never own a beach house, but I do love the idea of living in a home inspired by the beach. I think I could even make it work during the cold winter months.

Thanks for letting me share...until next time,

Heather



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Posted by Heather at 2:30 PM

Some design inspiration

I've taken my time to post again...busy with school, so I haven't really done anything in my apartment. I thought I would post some pictures of rooms that have inspired me. These are just a few, but they have definitely left their mark with me and I could see myself moving right in any of them! First, I want to show you some pictures of Jennifer's house (from dear lillie).

I love her style; so classic but fresh with femininity that doesn't overwhelm.

This is her nursery/guest room...so warm and inviting and sweet.

This is the master bedroom...love the headboard (and everything else!)

If you haven't been to her her blog, I highly recommend you go here to see her beautiful home.

This amazing living room is from three men & a lady's blog. I love the clean lines; modern but warm. She has an amazing home and wonderful, creative ideas. Be sure to check out her home here.

Last, but surely not least, is a bedroom from centsational girl...I saw this picture on another blog and it lead me to Kate's blog. For me, this is a perfect room; I was so inspired by this room that I may just have to copy everything in it. The only thing I can't do is paint my walls per my lease, but the walls are the perfect color. Kate is so amazing; her DIY projects will encourage anyone to try at least one. Be sure to check out her creative blog here.

I'm not sure how much decorating I can do right now, but I have been checking the freebies on Craigslist. I need a dresser, another place to sit (only have one chair right now) and table/chairs in my 'dining area'. Of course, I don't know if I will find anything for free to use in my living room, but you never know!

That's all for now...I'm making 3 little girl Easter dresses for my nieces. I am a perfectionist when it comes to sewing; I need the inside to look at good as the outside. (weird, I know) Because of this, it take me awhile to finish a sewing project. When is Easter again?? ;)

Thanks so much for reading my blog...be sure to come back soon.

Till next time,

Heather

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Posted by Heather at 9:42 PM