So I've been pinning the heck out of kilim rugs lately.
Like I luff, lurve, love them. I think the colors are fantastic. I tend to lean towards the ones that have some pink in them {good thing I'm a single gal and don't have to pass my design decisions by a dude!}, a bright, vibrant magenta to be more specific. And a little navy/taupe/orange/yellow or combination thereof doesn't hurt either. These rugs are a fun way to incorporate a good dose of color! I want that one in the middle for an informal family room area.
And if I could have one in my kitchen, too, I'd design my whole space around it, like so:
Rug: Sadly, no longer available, but a great inspiration for what I'll be looking for when I settle into my humble abode! {approx. $850}
Placemat: West Elm does a great version of the dip dye, but I've been itching to DIY something like this, too! {$14 for 2}
Copper Canisters: Loving touches of copper in design lately! It's a nice alternative to the traditional silver and gold. Plus, the texture of these guys is ahhh-mazing! {$90}
Table: Spoiler alert! I bought myself a kitchen table this past weekend. Who buys a kitchen table before she has a kitchen? This GIRL! It's not this one, it's better!!! But I'll save the big reveal for when it's parked in my place... soon! {$799}
Chair: Ya, no surprise here... love mixing in the industrial touch. My kitchen is meant to have these chairs {I've only talked about them here and here!}, although, I'm thinking the mint green is a must have for me, so I'll have to keep that in mind as I'm searching for my kilim. {$145}
Mia the Mixer: Of course she'll be front and center in my kitchen! {$450}
Art: Love the chalkboard look. Actually, I'm planning on incorporating a chalkboard wall in my future space, but a little touch on the inspiration board doesn't hurt! {$15}
Tea Towel: Pulling out some of the more understated colors in the kilim is a must. This little towel does just that! And it's a bargain. {$5}
Tea Cup: Of course I go for the polka dots. {$12}
So who wants to come over for dinner once this all comes together? Come one, come all!
It truly is my goal to become a better blogger. What do I mean by better? Well, for one, I want to be more consistent. For me personally, there is nothing better than starting my day reading my favorite blogs. It's like starting my day hearing from a friend. I feel like it just starts my day off on the right foot! I hope to be that place for others, someday. Secondly, I want to develop better content. I always feel like I'm cheating my loyal readers {which probably only consists of my Mom and sister... thanks fam!} when I throw together a quick post, instead of really putting thought into what I want to talk about. Now, don't get me wrong... everyone loves a good quote every once in a while and that may be all you need to get you through the day, so I'll still post those short and sweeties every here and there, but for the most part, I want this to be a place where I can keep the ideas I have for my wardrobe, my someday house, the parties I'm going to throw, the food I'm going to make eat... you get the picture.
There it is. Out in the open. Now I'm holding all of you accountable for keeping me to it!
Maybe I'd be a better blogger if I had a new desk to sit at when I write? Ha! Probably not, but it is a good excuse to take a look!
Many of my favorite bloggers have been featuring items from Target's new{ish} Threshold Collection and I am smitten. Target does it again! Love so many of the pieces and I think the desk collection is no exception. I'd take one or all of these in my house!
Bright and white: I think this one looks glam. Of course the ideas would just be flowing like crazy sitting at a spot like this! {Hamilton Desk $129}
Industrial: the love affair with industrial continues... at such an affordable price, this might be a must have. {Mixed Material Desk $99}
Campaign: I've seen so many campaign DIY projects that have been tempting to try, but this desk might just be a short cut. {Campaign Desk $149}
Not-So-Mellow-Yellow: this desk just looks happy! Clean, simple and bright! {Windham Desk $169}
Which would inspire you to write?
For as much as I think I am through and through classic when it comes to my style in decorating, it sure does seem like industrial influences {as mentioned here} keep catching my eye!
Traditional metal pieces can be just the neutral touch you need when you have a lot of color going on in your space without being boring, like so:
Or add them in a fun color for a interesting twist:
That picture above also features one of my other favorite kitchen ideas... chalkboard walls {house bucket list... of course!}.
But now the true question is, how would you choose a color? So many great options via Industry West:
I want them all! They would also make a great option for outdoor seating, too!
If I had to choose one style for home that I generally favor it would be traditional... but with a twist! You already know I love to add a little pop to home decorating with color and pattern, but another style that has been catching my eye lately is a touch of industrial.
Whether you choose to incorporate it with a piece of furniture:
Or make a big statement in a small space:
Me oh my! I LOVE that bathroom on the left. House bucket list item: make that bathroom happen!!!
Hope everyone has a great week!
