Serena and Lily SALE

I don't know if any of you peruse the gorgeous products over at Serena and Lily....if you haven't, then you should! They are doing some pretty amazing things over there.  The down side is that some of the things break the bank (however that's the price for good workmanship and creativity); the up side is that  they are having a SALE...EVERYTHING is 25% OFF.  That is a big discount for home decor boutiques!  So if there is anything that has been on your wish list, now is a good time to get it!

Here are few of my personal faves:

Abbot Pendant

Throw Pillows

Dip-Dyed Stools (perfect for kids' step stool in bathroom)

Bone Deco Rug (just enough pattern)

Hanging Rattan Chair (quite popular right now, very whimsical)

Louis Chair (LOVE this fabric!)

Mushroom Chair (LOVE this....as an entry chair, kitchen chairs, nook chair, whatever)

Cerused Oak Table (perfect as a bench or a coffee table)

They also carry a substantial amount of artwork and prints.  I love this oil paint titled "The Shore" by Paul  

**This post was not sponsored. It's my own opinions and love for the company.  Plus I wanted to make sure you all knew of the sale :)

Mantle Decorating

This is the first time I have had a fireplace mantle since the first tiny apartment we lived in about 9 moves ago....(all in 7 years!). I love it.  I love having a focal point of the room and being able to easily change the decor of my mantle for different seasons, holidays, etc.  Here are a few different ideas for your mantle.  Whether it's cluttered, simple, modern, rustic, symmetrical or not.....what kind of mantle are you?

Pere Noel is coming....

I'm sure you already have your Christmas list going, and if you are like me, all I want for Christmas is my living room redo to get done :)  But if I can't have that, then a new coffee table / design book will always be a good alternative :)  I can never have too many of these...

What's on your Christmas / home list?

Adore Home Magazine December 2012

If you haven't already read the new Adore Home Magazine, you should.   Those Aussies sure know how to embrace color....and I would too with warm sunny skies as my inspiration!  Needless to say this edition will leave you forgetting the 30 degree weather outside.

Designer Maria Barros

Designer Easton Pearson

Flik by Design

Obviously there is a lot more in the issue, so go check it out!

Giveaway Extended....24 hours!

If any of you have had a week/weekend like me, life has been crazy!!!  So I decided to extend the giveaway one more day to let you enter the giveaway. Trust me, you do not want to miss out on the awesomely talented designs by Meriel.  Head on over to her etsy shop A IS FOR APPLE to see more of her designs.  You will win a free custom Christmas / Holiday card design. Remember you need to FOLLOW MY BLOG, LEAVE A COMMENT and LIKE ME ON FACEBOOK (for an extra entry).

Thanks so much for all of your support- and GOOD LUCK!!