Ikea - Love



I used to shop at Ikea in my twenties, wow I feel old just saying that  but  for various reasons (see below) I stopped shopping at Ikea.
1. The GW bridge was a pain in the butt to cross. (my Ikea was in NJ but I lived in NY).
2. New Jersey turnpike traffic could be teeth grinding and stressful.
3. Mostly importantly, let's face it, some the furnishings 15 years ago were not well made.

But I've rediscovered Ikea again and it's so much better than I remembered.
If you're not ready to buy any of their furniture... check out the other stuff that they carry and get ready to fall in love with Ikea.
Here are a couple of things that I'm crushing on.
Ammero Outdoor Loveset  - $129
Gunvor Fabrics - $6.99
Kassett Magazine File - $2.99





Pjatteryd Picture - $49.99

Luxe for Less - Candle Lantern

Lanterns are great accessories to any room, they can also be very expensive.
Take a look at three different price points below for similar lanterns.




Secondly, JCPenny's Linden Street Old Fashion Lantern - $19.99


Thirdly, Ikea's Borrby's Lantern - $6.99

Aren't the price differences vast from one retailer to the other?  Got to love Ikea!!!

Bedroom Makeover Part IV - Dresser Makeover

So I'm still in the process of working on my bedroom makeover.  I'm sure I should be finished by now, but I've decided not to rush it and take my time, plus I have design ADD so what I like today, I might not like it tomorrow.

I was going to buy a new furniture but I've inspired by Dayka from Life and Style and Kate from Centsational Girl  to revamp old furniture.  These women do amazing things with pieces that most people would pass up or throw away.


I found this dresser at my local Goodwill.  (Please forgive my son's junk in the photo.)  I think it will fit perfectly in my room, the only thing holding me back is my design ADD.  Should I paint it a glossy white or refinish and stain.  What do you think?

Since this is my first time refinishing a piece of furniture, do you have any tips to make the job easier?

Seriously What The Hell?

Hi, I'm back!  Well I was never really gone but I took some time off blogging to hang out with my twin sister (she was visiting from NY), my nephew and of course my two babies during the spring break.  The weather was fabulous and we really had a good a time hanging out. I miss her already! sniff.

 I also had some time to clean up my email and one of my friends sent me this website... www.spokeo.com.

Seriously, what the hell is wrong with folks, not only does it show your address, it also shows financial info etc.
I like the internet but can I have some privacy?  Nobody needs psychos stalking them.  I'm in the process of trying to get my info and most importantly my teenage daughter off the dang site.

Check out the site and tell me what you think?  Shouldn't it be named spooky.com?

Overstock Chairs

I really LOVE Overstock, I usually browse the site at least once a week since, you never know what you're going to find.  Check out these chairs that they're currently selling, love them.

This chair is a little pricey, ok a lot pricey, but isn't it fabulous with it's imperial pattern?

This funky chair would great in a library or a living room.  Love the nail heads.


This chair would look great in a contemporary or a traditional room.  With nail heads and tufting, it's a hit.

An Unexpected Gift




Normally during last month of the quarter my work load at my job is crazy and I work at least 13 hours a day for my day job and being a single parent there is also my 24 hours a day parenting job.  By the end of the quarter I just want to crawl into the bed and sleep for a couple of days.  


On Tuesday evening when I was settling in for another long night, my friend called to asked if I wanted to go the Alicia Keys concert that night.  Even though I was tired, and still had work on my desk (at the time she called it was 6:00 pm and the concert started at 7:30 pm), I jumped at the chance and went with her to concert.


It was a great concert and I really enjoyed it plus we had really good seats. Thanks Audrey, you're the best.


Of course the next day I was back on the grind but my steps were lighter and I was way more relaxed.   It just reminded me that sometimes I must take a break in order to refresh my spirit and mind.  Do you take a break from your daily grind on a regular basis or do you keep going?

Design in a Bag

Designing a bathroom or kitchen sometimes can be very daunting. No one wants to spend thousands of dollars on a remodel only to hate the tile or the cabinets once the remodel is complete.  Yup you definitely don't want that.
If you are considering a kitchen or bath remodel and you're on the fence or stuck on what you actually want, check out Design in a Bag.  The site has many pre-made bags that you can choose from or you can purchase a custom one and the cost is very minimal.





Above are different design templates from Design in a Bag.  Even if you choose not to buy a kit, it's a great place for design inspiration.  Take a look and tell me what you think, isn't that a great idea?

Living Room - Mood Board

My twin sister is planning to redo her living room and I'm currently creating three mood boards so give her different ideas that she can choose from.  Below is the first of three.




1. This desk is a perfect size for the room and with the stainless steel legs it brings some contemporary design to the space.

2. I featured this sunburst mirror in a Luxe of Less post.  For the small price of $40 it certainly delivers a big bang for the buck and it's freaking fabulous.

3. This small side table is also very affordable and with the open shelf she can store her some of numerous baking books.  She's a heck of a baker and I do love her vanilla rum, oatmeal, raisin cookies. They're to die for, can't you just taste them?

4. Two of these lounge chairs with their clean lines will compliment the room and would provide timeless pieces of furniture that can work in many different decorating styles.

5. Instead of a traditional coffee table, this coffee table will provide texture to the room and could double as seating in a pinch.

6. This transitional sofa will work well in any room and with its down seating will be great place to cuddle, read a book or look up cake recipes on cake central.


7. Awww, silk drapes, they would provide a bit of luxury to room. I think every room needs a bit of luxury and these deliver while also adding more texture.


8. Isn't this rug beautiful?  Even with its geometric pattern it's not busy and will ground the room.


9.  Every room needs a little art, and these pieces deliver serious impact without being overwhelming.

10. I'm a sucker for lighting and this chandelier would be perfect, it's pure eye candy.  You know this is going to be conversation piece.


So what do you think, do you like any of these pieces?
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