West Elm Midcentury Lamps

Currently drooling over these midcentury style lamps at West Elm. They're called Roar + Rabbit Ceramic Table Lamp, White, Tall. And currently on sale for 20% off. They would go great in our living room. Now just have to check that pesky budget...

We Bought A House!

This announcement is a little late...but this past March we bought a house! It's a 1959 brick facade with a fully finished basement. It's really well built and I am having a lot of fun decorating. So far, we have the living room down but there are lots of exciting plans for the rest! More updates to come ;)

Hello Again!

Hi there—it's been awhile! A lot has happened in a year! I met my current boyfriend not long after my last post and have been kept busy by a long distance relationship as well as several large but fun projects at work. (I'm a graphic designer at a non-profit organization). But the past few days, I've been downsizing a little bit as well as redecorating my room. I decided I would post a few close-up tid-bits, but I'll post more later!

My favorite color is still aqua, but I've toned it down a little bit and use it now more as an accent than an all-over color. It goes well with a palette of browns, grays, blacks and yellows! I found this awesome bedroom set, which upon research I discovered is called Broyhill Brasilia. They were produced in the 1960's and stopped production in 1970. The link I provided is to an organization that collects, restores and sells pieces from that collection. I love the modern qualities, especially the characteristic curves. The thing I like about the interior designs of the 50's-70's is that though it was simple and modern, it was also very cozy (example below), unlike a lot of today's designs that seem too sterile for me. Even IKEA can seem a bit too plain for me at times.

The second picture is of some artwork my boyfriend got me that I recently framed. It's Chihiro and Haku from Studio Ghibli's "Spirited Away". Next to it, I created a "bouquet" based on one that I saw in a community near Atlanta called Serenbe. It's basically a bunch of tree branches in a glass vase with circle cutouts forming the "flowers". While I'm at it, I should probably also explain what Serenbe is. It describes itself as "a progressive community connected to nature on the edge of Atlanta. A neighborhood full of fresh food, fresh air and focused on wellbeing". It's a really amazing place with its own schools, markets, shops, farmland and neighborhoods, and is right outside the big city of Atlanta. 

I have also been trying to learn more about nutrition and healthy foods, so if I learn or cook anything interesting, I will be sure to share it! One thing I've tried recently is quinoa. I heard it was really good for you, and very filling. The only thing is I haven't found a dish I've truly enjoyed yet. (It's more like, I'm eating this just because I know it's good for me, haha) If anyone has good recipes for quinoa, I'd love if you could share them! 

The third picture is just a shot of my jewelry branch. I've shown that on here before, but I just thought it made a pretty artistic shot this morning! Basically I just use mini s-hooks to hang and separate things. It's really cheap and cute solution that not only functions as a jewelry holder but also wall art!

Anyway, that's enough for this post. Until we meet again!

Movin' On Up

...Well technically I'm on the first floor. So when I say "movin' on up" I mean that I have bedrooms with doors, a peephole, dish washer, phone jack, central heating and A/C...and carpet! I really didn't mind all that much living without those things in my last place, but I do admit I am really enjoying having them now. :)

On the Road Again

The fact that I am moving soon is becoming more and more of a reality. Seeing all my things boxed up and my colorful walls painted back (living room above) is making me both a little nostalgic that I'll be leaving my first place, but also excited about my next adventure. Only about three more weeks! As much as I loved this house and all its idiosyncrasies, the new place is much cozier and comfier. The one I'm in now was built in the 1910s or earlier, whereas the one I'm moving to is from the 1950s, and seems to be upkept quite well. I also like the layout a lot more. The rooms are separated more distinctly and even though it has a smaller square footage, I think it will be ample room for me. Can't wait to post pictures!

House-tile-ish

So I am moving into a new apartment soon, yay! I'm really excited because it's in a great area near a park with the cutest market right down the street — it feels like I've been warped in a time machine every time I go in there. I am going to have two small bedrooms (...with doors! An upgrade from my current abode, haha!), a tiny but cozy kitchen, tiled bathroom, central heat/AC, and tons of closet space. The complex was built in the 50's and each building has its own unique characteristics, style, and layout. Being as I will be moving soon, I've been looking at ideas on how to decorate my new space! And I thought I would share some of the cool inspirations I've found—here they are!