tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76220943464557692762024-03-13T19:43:28.916-07:00Love of InteriorsBrittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.comBlogger202125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-5863903023056062782016-02-10T14:05:00.002-08:002016-02-10T14:05:35.905-08:00Coffee Table Styling<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">The coffee table is a multipurpose piece of furniture: it serves as a table to eat or drink from and more often it serves as the focal point of the room as center stage. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S2cbVv8q2J8/Vruzj7cE5JI/AAAAAAAAItA/BpvgQ1TDm5I/s1600/DC5A9035-L.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="275" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S2cbVv8q2J8/Vruzj7cE5JI/AAAAAAAAItA/BpvgQ1TDm5I/s320/DC5A9035-L.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eAmZofiAhUM/VruznamT4UI/AAAAAAAAItE/aplUbV5HL5I/s1600/IMG_5939-XL.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eAmZofiAhUM/VruznamT4UI/AAAAAAAAItE/aplUbV5HL5I/s320/IMG_5939-XL.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
**project from Jenna's last home over at @lunchpailsandlipstick</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"> It can be an excellent conversation starter and can also reflect your hobbies, interests, and of course </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">style. A <a href="https://www.chairish.com/collection/cocktail-and-coffee-tables" target="_blank">well-curated coffee table </a>has everything at its fingertips and also feels as though it has been collected over time- not just purchased in a one-stop-shop. That is what I love about <a href="https://www.chairish.com/" target="_blank">Chairish & Co</a>. Everything on their website is unique and tells a story. They have hundreds of home decor items that are vintage, antique, and unique. It is a perfect place to go for those that either don't have the time to go antiquing or don't have the </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">convenience</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"> of weekend flea markets nearby. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">Here is a coffee table styling inspiration board I created from pieces solely from the Chairish Website. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TJjJkxyjqO8/VruzIHPJFyI/AAAAAAAAIs8/KkbIje8-aEw/s1600/chairish%2Bblog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="256" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TJjJkxyjqO8/VruzIHPJFyI/AAAAAAAAIs8/KkbIje8-aEw/s320/chairish%2Bblog.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">I love items that are quirky and different and make a statement. I also love to be able to mix-and-match genres and decades and materials--it creates interest. For me, there are a few key points I make sure to have when styling a coffee table to create both interest and cohesion: books/magazines, trays, decorative objects and candles are items that most everyone has lying around; add a succulent or an orchid and you've got it made.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"> Arranging those items in a bit more organized and proportioned way can help create balance; or you could create a theme either through subject matter or color. Just keep in mind that your coffee table is one place where you can express yourself to others, and remember you can always change it up depending on the season, mood or guests. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;">Here's a closer look at a project I did a while back for Jenna from @lunchpailsandlipstick. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Have fun and happy styling!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
XOXO,</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Brittany</div>
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', NotoColorEmoji, 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Android Emoji', EmojiSymbols; font-size: 16px;"><br /></span>Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-70130624105561021562015-10-06T12:20:00.001-07:002015-10-06T12:20:12.960-07:00Fall is Here….and so is Butternut Squash SoupFall has officially arrived in New York. Leaves are changing, I am wearing flannels to bed, and we even kicked on the heater! I dressed the mantle with some fall decor….. a lot of it is actually from target….which by the way I'm in love with all of their plaid printed pillows and blankets right now… and the stone candlesticks are from Anthropologie. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iSNu3CkJIS0/VhQdAdYyDeI/AAAAAAAAIsg/rgQwiudBSPI/s1600/FullSizeRender.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iSNu3CkJIS0/VhQdAdYyDeI/AAAAAAAAIsg/rgQwiudBSPI/s320/FullSizeRender.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
On <a href="https://instagram.com/brittanysimmonsdesigns/" target="_blank">instagram</a> I posted about the first batch of my favorite soup of the season. Seriously, I can't get enough, and it's almost totally GUILT FREE. Here's the delicious recipe:<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eMZxLubSV4A/VhQdH6XhDdI/AAAAAAAAIso/FK5Z67Ogpnc/s1600/IMG_9159.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eMZxLubSV4A/VhQdH6XhDdI/AAAAAAAAIso/FK5Z67Ogpnc/s320/IMG_9159.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
Butternut Squash Soup<br />
<br />
1 lb. Butternut squash, peeled chopped<br />
2 Apples, peeled chopped (I prefer granny smith or more tart)<br />
1 onion, chopped<br />
2-3 large carrots, peeled chopped (optional- I add for extra veggies)<br />
5 cups chicken stock<br />
1 tsp. curry powder<br />
1-2 sprigs thyme (or a few dashes of dried thyme)<br />
1-2 sprigs rosemary (or a few dashes)<br />
Salt and pepper to taste<br />
<br />
In a large pot sautee veggies in 2 tbsp. butter. Add chicken broth, enough to cover everything. Add spices. Cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Puree with either a blending stick or ladle into blender (let cool first if you put in a blender- or it may crack). Add about 1/4 cup milk (I use whole milk, you could use half and half). Stir. Enjoy!!<br />
<br />
Happy Fall!Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-25424747932165834622015-04-09T09:01:00.002-07:002015-04-09T09:01:27.741-07:00It's picnic time!With Spring Break well on its way, we all know what that means…..Summertime and warmer weather has finally arrived! To me this means spending countless hours outside eating and playing and soaking up some rays. I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite towels/blankets for those picnic outings at the park or beach gatherings. Enjoy!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MfDKSWo4AIQ/VSaKnuYasTI/AAAAAAAAIqM/QwsklKzGtO4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.19.39%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MfDKSWo4AIQ/VSaKnuYasTI/AAAAAAAAIqM/QwsklKzGtO4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.19.39%2BAM.png" height="320" width="180" /></a></div>
<br />
<a href="http://domino.com/turkish-t-beach-candy-swirl/108ort99ta?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse&utm_term=54f835ad9ac35fa43854cf3d&gclid=CIz9ka216cQCFUJk7AodKTMAfw">http://domino.com/turkish-t-beach-candy-swirl/108ort99ta?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse&utm_term=54f835ad9ac35fa43854cf3d&gclid=CIz9ka216cQCFUJk7AodKTMAfw</a><br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hdt2t1mC5HI/VSaLE0P42XI/AAAAAAAAIqU/8G_COEb9UzQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.21.40%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hdt2t1mC5HI/VSaLE0P42XI/AAAAAAAAIqU/8G_COEb9UzQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.21.40%2BAM.png" height="256" width="320" /></a></div>
<a href="https://www.blogger.com/goog_1695529507"><br /></a>
<a href="http://thebeachpeople.com.au/shop/aztec/">http://thebeachpeople.com.au/shop/aztec/</a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IlhWV14ZWbA/VSaL-UcR0WI/AAAAAAAAIqg/AAsfuc9sk0A/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.25.12%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IlhWV14ZWbA/VSaL-UcR0WI/AAAAAAAAIqg/AAsfuc9sk0A/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B10.25.12%2BAM.png" height="320" width="170" /></a></div>
<br />
<a href="http://www.pacsun.com/billabong/palm-vacation-beach-towel-3244860.html?OriginID=GPS&XCID=S:Google&local=false&cvosrc=cse.googleshopping.0673031480012&c3apiks=413_918157&kpid=3244860&gclid=CMW4v6u26cQCFerm7AodiUYAiA">http://www.pacsun.com/billabong/palm-vacation-beach-towel-3244860.html?OriginID=GPS&XCID=S:Google&local=false&cvosrc=cse.googleshopping.0673031480012&c3apiks=413_918157&kpid=3244860&gclid=CMW4v6u26cQCFerm7AodiUYAiA</a><br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wIO5UO7Gojc/VSahNWESNUI/AAAAAAAAIrc/zibuNj7_5bM/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.56.10%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wIO5UO7Gojc/VSahNWESNUI/AAAAAAAAIrc/zibuNj7_5bM/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.56.10%2BAM.png" height="320" width="263" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1696952/picnic-time-canasta-willow-picnic-basket.jsp?src=J84DHJLQkR4&utm_campaign=328293&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=J84DHJLQkR4&utm_content=1&utm_term=10&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-eJzfBUanOnm0S2yAiA4tcQ">http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1696952/picnic-time-canasta-willow-picnic-basket.jsp?src=J84DHJLQkR4&utm_campaign=328293&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=J84DHJLQkR4&utm_content=1&utm_term=10&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-eJzfBUanOnm0S2yAiA4tcQ</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ufX_FMoDw8I/VSaacgSlMqI/AAAAAAAAIq4/yUeZeeWdvm8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.27.32%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ufX_FMoDw8I/VSaacgSlMqI/AAAAAAAAIq4/yUeZeeWdvm8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.27.32%2BAM.png" height="320" width="123" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.target.com/p/camelbak-eddy-water-bottle-palm-75l/-/A-16741228#prodSlot=medium_1_3&term=water+bottle">http://www.target.com/p/camelbak-eddy-water-bottle-palm-75l/-/A-16741228#prodSlot=medium_1_3&term=water+bottle</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ySLGWgcVeX4/VSac7zW7pAI/AAAAAAAAIrE/DoBHPnkmIW0/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.38.07%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ySLGWgcVeX4/VSac7zW7pAI/AAAAAAAAIrE/DoBHPnkmIW0/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.38.07%2BAM.png" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.containerstore.com/shop?productId=10036777&N=&Ntt=food+storage+container">http://www.containerstore.com/shop?productId=10036777&N=&Ntt=food+storage+container</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NR5FpXd4PN0/VSae1dsS_jI/AAAAAAAAIrQ/RP4tyocpPUc/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.44.21%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NR5FpXd4PN0/VSae1dsS_jI/AAAAAAAAIrQ/RP4tyocpPUc/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-04-09%2Bat%2B11.44.21%2BAM.png" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=30988216&color=095&cm_mmc=SEM-_-Google-_-PLA-_-95638078144product_type_l1ww%26product_type_l2gear&adpos=1o5&creative=56691441184&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CNjJqaDI6cQCFZFm7AodzwcAdw</div>
<br />
<br />
So there you go….just a few fun picnic essentials to share with family, friends, and loved ones.<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
XOXO</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-83667843303584962642015-01-26T16:21:00.000-08:002015-01-26T16:21:01.610-08:00Blizzard Soup**Taking a break from my normal design inspiration posts for the moment**<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2DBo4QDwwu0/VMbY2c9119I/AAAAAAAAIo8/WofA1kufnRo/s1600/blizzard.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2DBo4QDwwu0/VMbY2c9119I/AAAAAAAAIo8/WofA1kufnRo/s1600/blizzard.jpg" height="198" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
In case you've been hiding under a tree, those of us in the NorthEast are getting hit hard with a major blizzard. There is something about a big snowstorm that gets me giddy with excitement. It makes me nostalgic for the days of watching the news, guessing how many inches of snow we'll get, how many days off of school we will get, and then scheming to get a friend to come over and 'get stuck' at my house. Now, years later, I still get giddy. I still watch the news all day, watch the snow come down, and get excited to go sledding with the kids. It is also a great excuse to try some new recipes. I'm starting off the snowstorm with a big batch of italiam sausage soup. My kids loved it, it's hearty enough for a man, yet brothy and filled with vegetables. Here is my version of the classic recipe:<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M1OVd0a96ZA/VMbYCF3gEVI/AAAAAAAAIo0/PfqHnsKV9zc/s1600/IMG_3647.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M1OVd0a96ZA/VMbYCF3gEVI/AAAAAAAAIo0/PfqHnsKV9zc/s1600/IMG_3647.JPG" /></a></div>
1 can tomato sauce<br />
1 can diced tomatoes (bigger can)<br />
5 c beef broth<br />
1 zucchini<br />
1 lb italian sausage<br />
1 onion<br />
1/2 - 1 c diced carrotts<br />
1 c. canneli beans<br />
2 garlic cloves<br />
1 bay leaf<br />
1 tsp basil (or fresh basil)<br />
1 tsp oregano<br />
salt and pepper<br />
<br />
Remove casing and brown italian sausage in frying pan. Remove the drippings, leaving about 1 tbsp. Add diced onion and minced garlic cloves. Combine all of the ingredients except tortellini in a crock pot. Cook on high 4 hours or low 6. Add cooked pasta 30 min. prior to serving.<br />
<br />
Serve with bread and enjoy! ....You'll have enough to last you atleast 2 meals!<br />
<br />
With Love,<br />
Brittany<br />
<div>
</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-18509901873576153162015-01-17T10:07:00.000-08:002015-01-17T10:07:01.139-08:00Home Office OrganizationWhether you have a home business or not, or a home office room or nook, we all have an area where we file papers and pay the bills. We have a specific room, especially because of my home business, but it also becomes a dumping zone. Here are a few cute, clever and of course STYLISH 'home office' organizational tools I would love for my own space!<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.russellandhazel.com/" target="_blank">RUSSELL AND HAZEL</a></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FxTLzf1seuQ/VLPD8QTziYI/AAAAAAAAInY/S7M-W7KdoMg/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B7.53.36%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FxTLzf1seuQ/VLPD8QTziYI/AAAAAAAAInY/S7M-W7KdoMg/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B7.53.36%2BAM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Roll Call: Lucite clip board? yes please!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xtBl78aC9yk/VLPIlxTrNGI/AAAAAAAAInk/gU1RHwdTRew/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B7.58.18%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xtBl78aC9yk/VLPIlxTrNGI/AAAAAAAAInk/gU1RHwdTRew/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B7.58.18%2BAM.png" height="320" width="277" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">CUTEST binder i've ever seen!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.thecontainerstore.com/" target="_blank">The CONTAINER STORE</a></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bo662byqBkw/VLPIl1UemOI/AAAAAAAAIno/dQ17ksUV9IU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.12.58%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bo662byqBkw/VLPIl1UemOI/AAAAAAAAIno/dQ17ksUV9IU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.12.58%2BAM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">No more bending under the desk to find your plug in...</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XOM6HtnDG9k/VLqkjOketAI/AAAAAAAAIok/R7R9pEghtB8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B1.05.41%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XOM6HtnDG9k/VLqkjOketAI/AAAAAAAAIok/R7R9pEghtB8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B1.05.41%2BPM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Poppin Stacking Letter trays. I like their modern shape and color options and love that you can mix and match sizes.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e1BypJTxQsA/VLPIlxm1YEI/AAAAAAAAIns/XPiXj-QrqlU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.13.15%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e1BypJTxQsA/VLPIlxm1YEI/AAAAAAAAIns/XPiXj-QrqlU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.13.15%2BAM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We live in a 'wireless world' yet we need all those power chargers! Keep them from getting in the way.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0u5PSK06fnQ/VLqjYl2aT9I/AAAAAAAAIoc/8OlbdcBq3Cg/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B1.00.35%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0u5PSK06fnQ/VLqjYl2aT9I/AAAAAAAAIoc/8OlbdcBq3Cg/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B1.00.35%2BPM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cork board is so important to pin up inspiring images, lists, invitations, etc...</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21px; text-align: start;" /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.cb2.com/" target="_blank">CB2</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BHc3nZKXekg/VLPJX-UJouI/AAAAAAAAIn8/GtXq-zmPAg4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.16.42%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BHc3nZKXekg/VLPJX-UJouI/AAAAAAAAIn8/GtXq-zmPAg4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-12%2Bat%2B8.16.42%2BAM.png" height="320" width="228" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">LOVE the color!</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.sugarpaper.com/" target="_blank">Sugar Paper</a></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tkTyGDvAgYw/VLqhW9Z0_RI/AAAAAAAAIoQ/UGLafKTP_3Q/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B12.51.39%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tkTyGDvAgYw/VLqhW9Z0_RI/AAAAAAAAIoQ/UGLafKTP_3Q/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-17%2Bat%2B12.51.39%2BPM.png" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It's decorative and practical.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Enjoy!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
XOXO,</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-33160190292870758972015-01-09T19:12:00.003-08:002015-01-09T19:12:49.701-08:00Bring on the New Year, New Products!With Christmas sales over and done with, that makes room on the shelves for new products! I always get excited for January because the home store start to roll out their new Spring inventory. Here in New York, winter has only just begun, but I like to get my home feeling fresh and springy inside. <br />
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
I picked a few of my favorite New Products out at some of the stores: </div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
West Elm:</div>
<div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_RZm7R7qO6U/VLB-MMB7ogI/AAAAAAAAIlk/jrxEMK9OVAw/s1600/new%2Bproduct1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_RZm7R7qO6U/VLB-MMB7ogI/AAAAAAAAIlk/jrxEMK9OVAw/s1600/new%2Bproduct1.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EQI0WnjsiFg/VLB-MNhIC4I/AAAAAAAAIls/DnMr5rx1zvo/s1600/new%2Bproduct2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EQI0WnjsiFg/VLB-MNhIC4I/AAAAAAAAIls/DnMr5rx1zvo/s1600/new%2Bproduct2.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zhC3JtWXUPA/VLB-MIxNs6I/AAAAAAAAIlo/sAJuyVeObLg/s1600/new%2Bproduct3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zhC3JtWXUPA/VLB-MIxNs6I/AAAAAAAAIlo/sAJuyVeObLg/s1600/new%2Bproduct3.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
Pottery Barn:</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mYehTwPZKFU/VLB-MvsV4qI/AAAAAAAAIl0/B0FSkBtLJKo/s1600/newproduct5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mYehTwPZKFU/VLB-MvsV4qI/AAAAAAAAIl0/B0FSkBtLJKo/s1600/newproduct5.jpg" height="288" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CSsRROH8K9E/VLB-MfQKTgI/AAAAAAAAIlw/lVPCWb55gFM/s1600/new%2Bproductpb4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CSsRROH8K9E/VLB-MfQKTgI/AAAAAAAAIlw/lVPCWb55gFM/s1600/new%2Bproductpb4.jpg" height="288" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ENG5BY5hOQg/VLB-MmQ22LI/AAAAAAAAIl4/lZDYWTC_cwo/s1600/newproductcb6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></a>
<br />
Crate and Barrell:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ENG5BY5hOQg/VLB-MmQ22LI/AAAAAAAAIl4/lZDYWTC_cwo/s1600/newproductcb6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ENG5BY5hOQg/VLB-MmQ22LI/AAAAAAAAIl4/lZDYWTC_cwo/s1600/newproductcb6.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br /></div>
<div>
William-Sonoma Home:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W6oNm-P-YCk/VLCVzjX1WwI/AAAAAAAAImg/6lu8v3cfFUs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B9.37.59%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W6oNm-P-YCk/VLCVzjX1WwI/AAAAAAAAImg/6lu8v3cfFUs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B9.37.59%2BPM.png" height="320" width="217" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ucCi51NDtjQ/VLCVzYG1frI/AAAAAAAAImc/CdErpE9mpO0/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B9.38.25%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ucCi51NDtjQ/VLCVzYG1frI/AAAAAAAAImc/CdErpE9mpO0/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B9.38.25%2BPM.png" height="320" width="300" /></a></div>
<br />
Layla Grace:<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y7iFAGNNyUk/VLCYPZPGRcI/AAAAAAAAInA/TBf-VAGRmsY/s1600/newproduct7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y7iFAGNNyUk/VLCYPZPGRcI/AAAAAAAAInA/TBf-VAGRmsY/s1600/newproduct7.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Lulu and Georgia:<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LpxK8lDS9L4/VLCYTMgUVLI/AAAAAAAAInI/tK2cZepHkK4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B10.10.06%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LpxK8lDS9L4/VLCYTMgUVLI/AAAAAAAAInI/tK2cZepHkK4/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2015-01-09%2Bat%2B10.10.06%2BPM.png" height="320" width="316" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
HAPPY SHOPPING!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br /></div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-82421263633654646882015-01-06T08:37:00.002-08:002015-01-06T08:37:43.119-08:00Declutter and Get OrganizedI hope you all had a happy holiday! If you are like me, it's been a little tough getting back into the grind. We went away for over 2 weeks, and now coming back to our house, I could not wait to declutter and organize everything….drawers, closets, etc… That means donating items that have not been used in over a year, throwing away broken or unusable items, and just cleaning up the rest. I have a long ways to go….I've only just cleaned up all my Christmas decor. <br />
<br />
Look at this office/desk area. Doesn't it just look so calming and fresh and clean? Minimalist looks so inviting to me right now.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FfzQoKsGviM/VKwJBZ2hbII/AAAAAAAAIkE/o7w5BxK6OxM/s1600/organize2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FfzQoKsGviM/VKwJBZ2hbII/AAAAAAAAIkE/o7w5BxK6OxM/s1600/organize2.jpg" height="320" width="213" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
This craft closet is a mecca of craft closet and organization. Now we all may not have a<br />
craft closet persay, but we can take some tips from this. Plastic bins and storage drawers. They are a cheap and functional organizational tool. I just picked up a bunch from target and use them for everything from toys and kids school papers to winter gear and paper goods.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yhMiCkl3-7o/VKwJBd1oOdI/AAAAAAAAIkI/ueBVV2lh65g/s1600/organize1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yhMiCkl3-7o/VKwJBd1oOdI/AAAAAAAAIkI/ueBVV2lh65g/s1600/organize1.jpg" height="320" width="176" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
If going for storage boxes, picking one color to use makes everything much more cohesive and pleasing to the eye, thus a cleaner looking space. (rather than using a bunch of different styles and colors of boxes).</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N8XP-07OH7A/VKwK9w6xYhI/AAAAAAAAIkY/eUSG6dNChKw/s1600/organized3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N8XP-07OH7A/VKwK9w6xYhI/AAAAAAAAIkY/eUSG6dNChKw/s1600/organized3.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I also LOVE baskets. I love a good natural woven/straw basket. The great thing is you stick toys, magazines, blankets, papers…..anything and it is hidden. You can put it next to a chair, under a console, on a bookshelf, and the clutter is easily concealed. Target has a bunch of great wicker baskets and so does Homegoods. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HplyrMRnc8U/VKwOQKUfABI/AAAAAAAAIlM/pjayxVmrkXI/s1600/organize4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HplyrMRnc8U/VKwOQKUfABI/AAAAAAAAIlM/pjayxVmrkXI/s1600/organize4.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ik6gDE2SMkw/VKwOOwkR4rI/AAAAAAAAIk0/ZyPj-XEpe8M/s1600/organize5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ik6gDE2SMkw/VKwOOwkR4rI/AAAAAAAAIk0/ZyPj-XEpe8M/s1600/organize5.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t8-WyIaeRMI/VKwOOzQNCAI/AAAAAAAAIk4/4_b3E8PuiWY/s1600/organize6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t8-WyIaeRMI/VKwOOzQNCAI/AAAAAAAAIk4/4_b3E8PuiWY/s1600/organize6.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I also love acrylic drawer inserts for junk drawers and makeup. These are from the Container Store.</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ikBDj-RDdjU/VKwOPcgz6sI/AAAAAAAAIk8/k0VNDDXoRaU/s1600/organize7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ikBDj-RDdjU/VKwOPcgz6sI/AAAAAAAAIk8/k0VNDDXoRaU/s1600/organize7.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
Okay, that's enough for now. I hope I got you all geared up and ready to declutter so that you don't end up like this:<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ajN2liJ1bMA/VKwPO1B-rGI/AAAAAAAAIlU/RHmBPTCyfVo/s1600/organize8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ajN2liJ1bMA/VKwPO1B-rGI/AAAAAAAAIlU/RHmBPTCyfVo/s1600/organize8.jpg" height="207" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-58122732809291658362014-11-18T11:25:00.000-08:002014-11-18T11:28:36.674-08:00Christmas Mantle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NxVbalej2AM/VGub8WVC1OI/AAAAAAAAIjY/yH9oQgkRF7Q/s1600/DSC_0986.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NxVbalej2AM/VGub8WVC1OI/AAAAAAAAIjY/yH9oQgkRF7Q/s1600/DSC_0986.JPG" height="312" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas….. don't think less of me. I know it's not even Thanksgiving yet, but I wanted to get my mantle decorated for all of you :) The kids and I got the decorations out this past weekend, and then I waited for Trader Joe's to get their shipment of fresh pine garland in. It makes such a difference! (and for just $6.99 I got double what I needed). I got a lot of the items from target with a few crate and barrell candlesticks that I had from last year and a West Elm snow globe.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wq3J1nOJKxE/VGub9dBWaqI/AAAAAAAAIjw/UAwhvFRdw2g/s1600/DSC_0992.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wq3J1nOJKxE/VGub9dBWaqI/AAAAAAAAIjw/UAwhvFRdw2g/s1600/DSC_0992.JPG" height="267" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
The key to decorating your mantle is to create various heights as well as use a variety of textures. Also, repeating items will make it seem more cohesive (notice I have 2 tall candlesticks, 2 white votives and 3 gold votives). <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ujGfQG3g74Q/VGub7uU7niI/AAAAAAAAIjI/OqM-nFG-bbc/s1600/DSC_0981.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ujGfQG3g74Q/VGub7uU7niI/AAAAAAAAIjI/OqM-nFG-bbc/s1600/DSC_0981.JPG" height="356" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BpC_DSBzxZA/VGub7jrbN2I/AAAAAAAAIjM/PYEIF6XnmsA/s1600/DSC_0979.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BpC_DSBzxZA/VGub7jrbN2I/AAAAAAAAIjM/PYEIF6XnmsA/s1600/DSC_0979.JPG" height="267" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">cutest little fox, I just couldn't resist</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9zIXtdTGN70/VGub8nE4cTI/AAAAAAAAIjc/Pq0bd0SMbb4/s1600/DSC_0990.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9zIXtdTGN70/VGub8nE4cTI/AAAAAAAAIjc/Pq0bd0SMbb4/s1600/DSC_0990.JPG" height="288" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I seriously love my mantle this year, and loving having the warmth of the holiday candles and decor up at night. It puts a smile on my face (that and Kelly Clarkson's "Underneath the Tree"). <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jKzfNQ4gNHc/VGub8f23RYI/AAAAAAAAIjg/8Z70EuCDWso/s1600/DSC_0984.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jKzfNQ4gNHc/VGub8f23RYI/AAAAAAAAIjg/8Z70EuCDWso/s1600/DSC_0984.JPG" height="267" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
Now go get some fresh garland for your mantle and doorway!<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-76437443523130551752014-11-14T13:30:00.002-08:002014-11-14T13:30:41.930-08:00'Tis the Season<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
A major cold front is coming through New York (and I believe most of the country) and it looks like the change in temperature is here to stay. I was trying to hold out on decorating for Christmas until Thanksgiving, but this cold weather has got me in the mood. There are always so many cute Christmas decorations on display, so I got a few new things to add to my collection. I am actually looking forward to getting everything out, blasting some Mariah Carey "All I want for Christmas" and drinking apple cider. <br />
<br />
Here a few things that have caught my eye that you could go grab this weekend. I hope you are inspired-- when do you plan to decorate for Christmas? (I know I'm crazy- this is by far the earliest I will have ever put things up).<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-z8fnojNiQcc/VGZxlWdxk9I/AAAAAAAAIhc/9_HaieQe2eY/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.00.02%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-z8fnojNiQcc/VGZxlWdxk9I/AAAAAAAAIhc/9_HaieQe2eY/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.00.02%2BPM.png" height="400" width="398" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm a sucker for felt balls- wreaths, garlands, ornaments.<br />Plus, this is a great 'winter' wreath to stay up past the holidays</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m3Uhp9RB9gQ/VGZxkXmKjPI/AAAAAAAAIhQ/r4hOgyqKn70/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.01.52%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m3Uhp9RB9gQ/VGZxkXmKjPI/AAAAAAAAIhQ/r4hOgyqKn70/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.01.52%2BPM.png" height="395" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don't you just want to snuggle under this tree?</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Lhh2PwbCKtI/VGZxlfVEItI/AAAAAAAAIhg/DLNqjEhmLT8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.02.24%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Lhh2PwbCKtI/VGZxlfVEItI/AAAAAAAAIhg/DLNqjEhmLT8/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.02.24%2BPM.png" height="396" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">West Elm had these last year too- but I love them! I love the simple, modern flair with the birch base.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BDm_UnZ1-5s/VGZxl8nKc1I/AAAAAAAAIhk/RhS3jN075tE/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.03.58%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BDm_UnZ1-5s/VGZxl8nKc1I/AAAAAAAAIhk/RhS3jN075tE/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.03.58%2BPM.png" height="400" width="382" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Target mini fox made with straw like material. So cute in person. Great for mantle decorating, or putting at a kids table for nametags/gift</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AO-Apu1RPhc/VGZxmSi81rI/AAAAAAAAIhw/xKlr2X9xsvo/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.08.46%2BPM.png" height="400" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="241" /></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">#Targetdoesitagain. Right on track with white and gold. Love it all. </td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AO-Apu1RPhc/VGZxmSi81rI/AAAAAAAAIhw/xKlr2X9xsvo/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.08.46%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AO-Apu1RPhc/VGZxmSi81rI/AAAAAAAAIhw/xKlr2X9xsvo/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.08.46%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_lgEQK8J19g/VGZxmfq-bEI/AAAAAAAAIhs/843x6XqR5MQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.12.48%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_lgEQK8J19g/VGZxmfq-bEI/AAAAAAAAIhs/843x6XqR5MQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.12.48%2BPM.png" height="190" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Restoration. Love this! Much better than the DIY versions out there.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8oIXPmGi2t0/VGZxm0QwYBI/AAAAAAAAIh4/7r-9HYsBCIQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.14.32%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8oIXPmGi2t0/VGZxm0QwYBI/AAAAAAAAIh4/7r-9HYsBCIQ/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.14.32%2BPM.png" height="222" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Restoration Hardware. Could be fun for a blank wall or in windows.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-luJh1dqU1jY/VGZzESVRDmI/AAAAAAAAIis/tFibDzceLuU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.24.04%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: medium; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-luJh1dqU1jY/VGZzESVRDmI/AAAAAAAAIis/tFibDzceLuU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.24.04%2BPM.png" height="353" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love a good snow village. My mom puts one on display every year. I love this version in all white. <br />Plus, proceeds go to charity. Pottery Barn.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fde4t3Gdbao/VGZzk0vTwbI/AAAAAAAAIi0/mSi5J126ckU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.26.13%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: medium; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fde4t3Gdbao/VGZzk0vTwbI/AAAAAAAAIi0/mSi5J126ckU/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.26.13%2BPM.png" height="400" width="371" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">For the CA beach home. Pottery Barn. </td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NIEZn4FLY24/VGZxnapunjI/AAAAAAAAIh8/NBBM8htVs0U/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.17.13%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NIEZn4FLY24/VGZxnapunjI/AAAAAAAAIh8/NBBM8htVs0U/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2014-11-14%2Bat%2B4.17.13%2BPM.png" height="351" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pottery Barn. We all need a great banner.<br /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">With Love,</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Brittany</span></div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-75231487419816457872014-11-08T12:52:00.000-08:002014-11-08T12:52:03.295-08:00Grant's NurseryI finally got around to photographing Grant's Nursery. I wanted to go for a gender neutral room, with a mixture of whites, grays, wood tones and a hint of navy. It only took us to have a third kid for me to finally decorate a nursery. I challenged myself to decorate this on a budget and I ended up decorating this room for under $450. No joke. (of course I already had quite a few pieces from the older 2 boys- like the crib and dressers- and I made a few things myself). So here ya go!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XOmaPZKyGak/VF2BQzqatXI/AAAAAAAAIfg/AofdVBvFR_s/s1600/crib%2Bzoom%2Bout.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XOmaPZKyGak/VF2BQzqatXI/AAAAAAAAIfg/AofdVBvFR_s/s1600/crib%2Bzoom%2Bout.jpg" height="316" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-msnStJ6SHYY/VF0133LjYCI/AAAAAAAAId0/jegEdbgZJo4/s1600/full%2Bshot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-msnStJ6SHYY/VF0133LjYCI/AAAAAAAAId0/jegEdbgZJo4/s1600/full%2Bshot.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-k_qBgdn2MY0/VF02Fn2z7qI/AAAAAAAAIeQ/znOyZABUs6o/s1600/close%2Bup%2Bshoes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-k_qBgdn2MY0/VF02Fn2z7qI/AAAAAAAAIeQ/znOyZABUs6o/s1600/close%2Bup%2Bshoes.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8VGM092fDxI/VF2AVumGKxI/AAAAAAAAIfU/Qu9CNRg2lyw/s1600/bookshelf%2B2%2Bcrop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8VGM092fDxI/VF2AVumGKxI/AAAAAAAAIfU/Qu9CNRg2lyw/s1600/bookshelf%2B2%2Bcrop.jpg" height="320" width="244" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-npq5LfphmEs/VF02FeHSkmI/AAAAAAAAIeE/dORiwjpNunI/s1600/crib.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-npq5LfphmEs/VF02FeHSkmI/AAAAAAAAIeE/dORiwjpNunI/s1600/crib.jpg" height="400" width="266" /></a></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tdSPgRgxyv4/VF02FawMT8I/AAAAAAAAIeU/9z6v-Zs9Y-E/s1600/grant.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tdSPgRgxyv4/VF02FawMT8I/AAAAAAAAIeU/9z6v-Zs9Y-E/s1600/grant.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cutest model around :)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-efo3UA-BZmo/VF02Ft4qTDI/AAAAAAAAIeM/A3z2RT6VjBo/s1600/outfit%2Bartwork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-efo3UA-BZmo/VF02Ft4qTDI/AAAAAAAAIeM/A3z2RT6VjBo/s1600/outfit%2Bartwork.jpg" height="400" width="266" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ECdpc0iT-BE/VF6Bk2jXD9I/AAAAAAAAIfw/hSNhgYz5mBI/s1600/dresser.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ECdpc0iT-BE/VF6Bk2jXD9I/AAAAAAAAIfw/hSNhgYz5mBI/s1600/dresser.jpg" height="400" width="266" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2XpCeOpMbGc/VF024i_GTjI/AAAAAAAAIe0/qyKqYpv9h50/s1600/dresserchair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2XpCeOpMbGc/VF024i_GTjI/AAAAAAAAIe0/qyKqYpv9h50/s1600/dresserchair.jpg" height="282" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
Source List:<br />
<br />
Shag rug ($77!) and wooden blinds - Home Depot<br />
Wooden spheres - needlepoint frames (Joanne's) and chain from the hardware store,<br />
Mobile- made myself<br />
Crib- Pottery Barn<br />
Brown wardrobe, White Chair, tan throw, and bookshelves- Ikea<br />
Gray Dresser- 'vintage' (used to be my husbands as a kid) I just repainted<br />
White Chair and - ikea erktorp <br />
Pillows- home goods,<br />
Catching Fireflies artwork- Sarah Jane Studios<br />
Norman Rockwell print- mine since high school<br />
Chest- antique store<br />
Mirror- antique family heirloom<br />
Basket and pouf- Target<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love,</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-23346916929518507842014-11-02T11:48:00.003-08:002014-11-02T11:48:57.437-08:00TV dilemnasIf you are like me, you have a love/hate relationship with that big sleek rectangle. Though they are much more appealing to the eye than the older box versions, they just seem to be getting bigger. I love my TV- I love my time when the kids are in bed and I can nestle up and watch my shows; but I really hate having it be the focal point of the room. <br />
<br />
A lot of homes do not have a formal living room, but instead have a great room or a family room. So that room needs to accommodate for good conservational seating areas as well as a few good TV watching spots. As you flip through design magazines or professional photos online, a lot of designers will take out the TV or photograph the room minus the TV wall. But we all know it's there, or will be put back.<br />
<br />
When decorating other homes, I try to distract from the TV by placing it a bit off-center, placing artful objects or books next to it, hang an art collage around it, or even place it in a cabinet with doors. Like I said, your only option may be 'above the mantle' or smack dab on that one perfect wall, but there are a few tricks you can do to distract the eye and make your TV placement a bit more tasteful.<br />
<br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-liyfVJr3M1E/VFaIncYaPeI/AAAAAAAAIcM/9Wg7RVu3-K8/s1600/tv1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-liyfVJr3M1E/VFaIncYaPeI/AAAAAAAAIcM/9Wg7RVu3-K8/s1600/tv1.jpg" height="400" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wall Gallery/collage around the wall-mounted TV<br />The TV blends into the gallery</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jKHcH41ovIw/VFaInR6r6ZI/AAAAAAAAIcU/YMlxzELOPEI/s1600/tv3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jKHcH41ovIw/VFaInR6r6ZI/AAAAAAAAIcU/YMlxzELOPEI/s1600/tv3.jpg" height="332" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hidden TV in console. Conveniently out of sight in a decorative piece of furniture.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AknzpjbC6lk/VFaIndj9QdI/AAAAAAAAIcQ/GIttBe7mH_E/s1600/tv4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AknzpjbC6lk/VFaIndj9QdI/AAAAAAAAIcQ/GIttBe7mH_E/s1600/tv4.jpg" height="400" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Books place around the TV for decorative touches, as well as stools stored underneath console. Practical and stylish.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EljWFzr_aRs/VFaI2iBofxI/AAAAAAAAIck/bNBQ6RzQLvE/s1600/tv2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EljWFzr_aRs/VFaI2iBofxI/AAAAAAAAIck/bNBQ6RzQLvE/s1600/tv2.jpg" height="400" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Notice the TV peeking out on the left. I'm sure there is a sofa directly facing it, but y placing a chair directly next to the TV, it distracts from it and adds a more rounded conversational seating area. </td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-29281023915902441052014-10-27T13:28:00.002-07:002014-10-27T13:28:45.496-07:00PreserveToday I wanted to share a new lifestyle website with you that I find inspiring. Blake Lively, my celebrity girl crush, has started her own lifestyle website called PRESERVE. It is very organic, full of whimsy, a bit hipster and modern yet down to earth. Each handpicked artisan tells their story and the background to the story features are very interesting. But most of all, the photos are GORGEOUS. Seriously, besides the cute, cool and beautiful products, the photoshoots are absolutely inspiring!<br />
<br />
Here are just a few:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lqYCWKrpyPY/VE6q0tOPL4I/AAAAAAAAIb8/gSix6XgxD-U/s1600/preserve2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lqYCWKrpyPY/VE6q0tOPL4I/AAAAAAAAIb8/gSix6XgxD-U/s1600/preserve2.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IaxLUE2OB3w/VE6OeVQ5nYI/AAAAAAAAIbY/8SsWBDJNhi8/s1600/preserve3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IaxLUE2OB3w/VE6OeVQ5nYI/AAAAAAAAIbY/8SsWBDJNhi8/s1600/preserve3.jpg" height="171" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xuvhV9WPcw0/VE6OeY8-PbI/AAAAAAAAIbc/dbsDA5sReBA/s1600/preserve4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xuvhV9WPcw0/VE6OeY8-PbI/AAAAAAAAIbc/dbsDA5sReBA/s1600/preserve4.jpg" height="295" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qXv159Uag88/VE6OfGUxzbI/AAAAAAAAIbs/4-ZSJeuQQwU/s1600/preserve5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qXv159Uag88/VE6OfGUxzbI/AAAAAAAAIbs/4-ZSJeuQQwU/s1600/preserve5.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EO8D5bnPLzE/VE6OeMcoc9I/AAAAAAAAIbU/ZNfYNodaiOg/s1600/preserve.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EO8D5bnPLzE/VE6OeMcoc9I/AAAAAAAAIbU/ZNfYNodaiOg/s1600/preserve.jpg" height="368" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-39605154623432573322014-10-24T13:44:00.002-07:002014-10-27T13:29:05.492-07:00Halloween DecoratingHalloween is just a week away, and I don't know about you, but the partying has already begun. With trick or treating just around the corner and pumpkin carving parties & sugar cookie decorating parties, we all want to get our house spooked and decorated to the max. We've had our decorations up for weeks now- but my kids LOVE decorating for holidays. And I am always looking around for ways to add to it. Wall decals (like bird cages, mice, spiders, etc) and simple and no fuss and always add a good impact to the room. Also, you can never have too much spider web! And use those glass bell jars…objects placed under those are instantly provoking.<br />
<br />
Here are a few more ideas for parties, front porch ideas, and more. Let your imagination run wild!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zF9h3WcKvB4/VEq0XCaOQ6I/AAAAAAAAIaQ/8bmPrJEEcB8/s1600/halloween1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zF9h3WcKvB4/VEq0XCaOQ6I/AAAAAAAAIaQ/8bmPrJEEcB8/s1600/halloween1.jpg" height="320" width="256" /></a></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ds0CAonkbWo/VEq0ejt8GII/AAAAAAAAIbA/Z2K6V7LQ2zw/s1600/halloween2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ds0CAonkbWo/VEq0ejt8GII/AAAAAAAAIbA/Z2K6V7LQ2zw/s1600/halloween2.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I like that you could use branches from outside…simple quick and creative</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FdAAOfw_Nrk/VEq0XG4yS0I/AAAAAAAAIaU/8x5VxmZoqjE/s1600/Halloween3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FdAAOfw_Nrk/VEq0XG4yS0I/AAAAAAAAIaU/8x5VxmZoqjE/s1600/Halloween3.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">aren't these adorable? easy craft with kids too</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JpOtKvt1OBg/VEq0XkD9ASI/AAAAAAAAIaY/Wq9CRay2QNk/s1600/halloween4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JpOtKvt1OBg/VEq0XkD9ASI/AAAAAAAAIaY/Wq9CRay2QNk/s1600/halloween4.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the feather is very Edgar Allan Poe…..which would be a great spooky theme for an adult halloween party</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a-n3aIMC93o/VEq0Xwrn4CI/AAAAAAAAIac/dO8maXrgiBg/s1600/halloween5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a-n3aIMC93o/VEq0Xwrn4CI/AAAAAAAAIac/dO8maXrgiBg/s1600/halloween5.jpg" height="320" width="256" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm assuming this is cauliflower and apple cider…. looks creepy and gross</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uDtAuWnafOY/VEq0YvvU3FI/AAAAAAAAIak/ylwA1Scwecg/s1600/halloween6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uDtAuWnafOY/VEq0YvvU3FI/AAAAAAAAIak/ylwA1Scwecg/s1600/halloween6.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xEoAHRHa_p0/VEq0Y3IVS2I/AAAAAAAAIao/iUa-iF_fSAQ/s1600/halloween7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xEoAHRHa_p0/VEq0Y3IVS2I/AAAAAAAAIao/iUa-iF_fSAQ/s1600/halloween7.jpg" height="320" width="250" /></a></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nbhOWxdwx3A/VEq0ZRJpU0I/AAAAAAAAIas/4yjVQxIMzRw/s1600/halloween8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nbhOWxdwx3A/VEq0ZRJpU0I/AAAAAAAAIas/4yjVQxIMzRw/s1600/halloween8.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">so cute and clever! you could add a quiddich broom for Harry Potter fans</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ubj_q7RCRDo/VEq0ZuhPyAI/AAAAAAAAIaw/uM5I79KKxmU/s1600/halloween9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ubj_q7RCRDo/VEq0ZuhPyAI/AAAAAAAAIaw/uM5I79KKxmU/s1600/halloween9.jpg" height="214" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Always gross. Like the guac tho. <br />
<br /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-49086840563704659522014-10-12T18:49:00.000-07:002014-10-27T13:29:23.108-07:00Berkshire InspirationFall foliage is well underway here in the NorthEast, and I am devouring every minute of it. This past weekend we had the opportunity to escape to the country and enjoy a good ol' farm party complete with s'mores and country line dancing at a friend's farm. The property is located in the Berkshires of Massachusettes. It was a gorgeous drive! These pictures don't even do it justice. <br />
<div style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fXQ2HHnBALs/VDssFZ3czZI/AAAAAAAAIZQ/GBTCuGh-eiU/s1600/photo%2B1-2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fXQ2HHnBALs/VDssFZ3czZI/AAAAAAAAIZQ/GBTCuGh-eiU/s1600/photo%2B1-2.JPG" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DjwNnlThFFw/VDssFm7oS7I/AAAAAAAAIZU/Kq5nH5NlvU8/s1600/photo%2B2-2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DjwNnlThFFw/VDssFm7oS7I/AAAAAAAAIZU/Kq5nH5NlvU8/s1600/photo%2B2-2.JPG" /></a></div>
<div style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">
<br /></div>
<div style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">
<br /></div>
On the same note, Domaine just featured a home tour of a modern farm house in Litchfield, CT (also out in the country, near the Berkshires). It is a beautiful and interesting space….a mixture of modern and vintage. Definitely inspiring!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cgGCA8ogYv0/VDssXrKP8tI/AAAAAAAAIZo/qpKetB3Pdq8/s1600/domain1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cgGCA8ogYv0/VDssXrKP8tI/AAAAAAAAIZo/qpKetB3Pdq8/s1600/domain1.jpg" height="320" width="213" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g80gGZZdtek/VDssXhfE9YI/AAAAAAAAIZg/uggm4E13MnE/s1600/domain2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g80gGZZdtek/VDssXhfE9YI/AAAAAAAAIZg/uggm4E13MnE/s1600/domain2.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tt4r2MDbxbo/VDssXiYJosI/AAAAAAAAIZk/C6YVVCcGRE0/s1600/domain3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tt4r2MDbxbo/VDssXiYJosI/AAAAAAAAIZk/C6YVVCcGRE0/s1600/domain3.jpg" height="320" width="210" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WoKZ9KPfbKY/VDssYNC4vHI/AAAAAAAAIZ8/vMTpfBfUxOs/s1600/domain4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WoKZ9KPfbKY/VDssYNC4vHI/AAAAAAAAIZ8/vMTpfBfUxOs/s1600/domain4.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-q98PFhPmsdU/VDssYZriUpI/AAAAAAAAIZs/zCB2kfYP4Ao/s1600/domain5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-q98PFhPmsdU/VDssYZriUpI/AAAAAAAAIZs/zCB2kfYP4Ao/s1600/domain5.jpg" height="212" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
You can read and see more about this beautiful home <a href="http://www.domainehome.com/connecticut-country-home-tour/" target="_blank">here</a>. Enjoy!<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-80985208794055666352014-09-29T19:59:00.001-07:002014-10-27T13:30:03.721-07:00DIY Tassle Garland and Fall MantleIf you have been browsing the internet or pinterest at all, then you know these tassle garlands are all the rage. While I did find a pre-made kit at target the other day, making it yourself allows you to choose your own color scheme and get a little DIY project under your belt (that is not too time consuming). <br />
<br />
All you need is some tissue paper, scissors and bakers twine. I wanted to make a garland for fall, so I chose white, gold and orange. I took two sheets of each. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ct3EJXQLaws/VCoawmLmWMI/AAAAAAAAIYs/sj3Zvhegrw8/s1600/IMG_2441.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ct3EJXQLaws/VCoawmLmWMI/AAAAAAAAIYs/sj3Zvhegrw8/s1600/IMG_2441.jpg" height="400" width="270" /></a></div>
<br />
Fold in half, then half again, then half again. Cut 1/2" strips with leaving about 2" on top hear the folded part. when you unroll it all, you'll see you may need to cut some edges to separate them. In the end you should have 8 pieces of each color. fold in half around your finger and twist. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OuRq7M9Fy_E/VCoaxu4TBnI/AAAAAAAAIY0/BzDfdPASD9s/s1600/IMG_2442.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OuRq7M9Fy_E/VCoaxu4TBnI/AAAAAAAAIY0/BzDfdPASD9s/s1600/IMG_2442.jpg" height="400" width="290" /></a></div>
<br />
String the papers through in whatever pattern (I used a dull needle for this part). You'll then want to pinch each one around the string to hold it in place.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kxyVWBFw2wA/VCoaxi0D83I/AAAAAAAAIY4/e0Tvz5J7J4k/s1600/IMG_2443.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kxyVWBFw2wA/VCoaxi0D83I/AAAAAAAAIY4/e0Tvz5J7J4k/s1600/IMG_2443.jpg" height="400" width="300" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
This time of year I also love the pumpkin twigs from Trader Joes….for $7.99 how can you go wrong?</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0ZQfSstuhrA/VCoawJE0mkI/AAAAAAAAIYg/kUPl7Mlm2Dg/s1600/DSC_0897.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0ZQfSstuhrA/VCoawJE0mkI/AAAAAAAAIYg/kUPl7Mlm2Dg/s1600/DSC_0897.jpg" height="400" width="267" /></a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_pIv-9T-vg4/VCoawapvLvI/AAAAAAAAIYk/CGfdgiPvuu0/s1600/DSC_0896.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_pIv-9T-vg4/VCoawapvLvI/AAAAAAAAIYk/CGfdgiPvuu0/s1600/DSC_0896.jpg" height="400" width="267" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
So there's the beginnings to a Fall Mantle. Just a few cheap and easy additions can really bring in the warmth of the season. Happy decorating!</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-10612369193229693932014-09-23T07:47:00.000-07:002014-10-27T13:30:22.253-07:00Curl up for Autumn<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
With the nights cooling down and leaves starting to turn, no other season gets me more excited than AUTUMN. The smells, the foods, the fashion, the colors, the decorations- I love everything about it! So I put together a little reading nook for you to curl up in and sip some hot apple cider. I was inspired by this beautiful chair I found on Joss and Main…don't you just love the pattern?!? Then adding some warm textures such as a kilim pillow and a fur throw and you've got yourself a cozy little reading spot. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jAjl5ND9skQ/VCIk84nZeUI/AAAAAAAAIYI/2_zx6E8ZX1g/s1600/fall%2Breading%2Bcorner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jAjl5ND9skQ/VCIk84nZeUI/AAAAAAAAIYI/2_zx6E8ZX1g/s1600/fall%2Breading%2Bcorner.jpg" height="464" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.ballarddesigns.com/allen-side-table/furniture/category/living-room/accent-tables/292505" target="_blank">Ballard Side Table </a><br />
<a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/thanksgiving-sentiment-lumbar-pillow-cover/?pkey=cdecorative-throws-pillows&cm_src=decorative-throws-pillows||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-" target="_blank">Gather Pillow</a><br />
<a href="https://www.jossandmain.com/Perfectly-Plaid-Daria-Accent-Chair~KLF4411~E13346.html" target="_blank">Daria Chair</a><br />
<a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod2460482&categoryId=cat2110022" target="_blank">Antique Metal Drum lamp</a><br />
<a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/12545?article=12545-A&cm_mmc=pla-_-us-_-home_livingroom_blankets-_-12545&gclid=CIuF0c7F98ACFc1i7AodNwMAqw" target="_blank">H&M Fur Throw</a><br />
<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-pillows-large/32925836.jsp#/" target="_blank">Anthropologie Pillow</a><br />
<br />
To add to this cozy corner, tonight I cooked the most delicious vegetable dish to kick off the Autumn season. Seriously, this side dish is like candy- I can hardly believe it's got brussel sprouts in it! (recipe courtesy Cinnamon spice and everything nice).<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gF1JPQl6JF0/VCIlYGM6GyI/AAAAAAAAIYQ/vuOl-qYwiZc/s1600/Roasted-Sprouts-and-Sweet-Potatoes-with-Bacon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gF1JPQl6JF0/VCIlYGM6GyI/AAAAAAAAIYQ/vuOl-qYwiZc/s1600/Roasted-Sprouts-and-Sweet-Potatoes-with-Bacon.jpg" height="320" width="219" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3333; font-family: Amethysta, serif; font-size: 1.25em; font-weight: bold; line-height: 27px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-top: 1em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
INGREDIENTS:</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
1 container fresh baby or regular brussels sprouts (about 12 ounces)</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
2 big sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
extra-virgin olive oil</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
3 slices bacon</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
2 - 3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese</div>
<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-instructions" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #cc3333; font-family: Amethysta, serif; font-size: 1.25em; font-weight: bold; line-height: 27px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-top: 1em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
INSTRUCTIONS:</div>
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Amethysta, serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 27px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><br />
<ol class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Amethysta, serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 27px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px 0.5em; padding: 10px; vertical-align: baseline;">
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet or roasting pan generously with olive oil.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Remove any tough outer leaves from the brussels sprouts and slice them in half, unless you are using baby ones, in that case leave them whole. Add to a large bowl along with the sweet potatoes, drizzle liberally with olive oil - about 2 tablespoons, sprinkle with thyme and season well with salt (about 1 teaspoon) and pepper.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Toss with your hands rubbing the oil and spices into the vegetables and adding more olive oil if needed. Spread them out in one layer on the baking sheet and drizzle again lightly with olive oil.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Bake about 25-30 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender and brussels sprouts are lightly browned.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-4" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Meanwhile cook bacon however you see fit, I like to put it in a separate baking pan and bake it about 12-15 minutes or until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-5" itemprop="recipeInstructions" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Once the vegetables are cooked through sprinkle with Parmesan and bacon, toss and serve.</li>
<li>E.A.T.</li>
</ol>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-66136839775546083052014-07-16T18:54:00.001-07:002014-10-27T13:31:00.917-07:00Summer RefresherI went into Paper Source the other day and was inspired to freshen up my mantle for the summer. They always have the cutest crafts and paper. They had giant paper popsicles, a really cute paper fishes, and some cute paper watermelons.<br />
<br />
So I went home, dug out my craft papers, and put the kids to work. It was a really simple and fun project! Just a little tracing (I found 3 different size bowls), some cutting and some glueing, and wa-la! Instant summer refresher for our mantle :)<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DJG8PBWnJ0Q/U8cs1MCb5wI/AAAAAAAAIXE/o4ki8Hiy_GU/s1600/photo+1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DJG8PBWnJ0Q/U8cs1MCb5wI/AAAAAAAAIXE/o4ki8Hiy_GU/s1600/photo+1.JPG" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FNWHankHofI/U8cs1NpQW0I/AAAAAAAAIXI/Y2cN1oF3Ds4/s1600/photo+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FNWHankHofI/U8cs1NpQW0I/AAAAAAAAIXI/Y2cN1oF3Ds4/s1600/photo+2.JPG" /></a></div>
<br />
In other news, I started an instagram account (it's about time, right?!?) You can find me @brittanysimmonsdesigns. Enjoy!<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-8417989956864508032014-04-21T18:48:00.000-07:002014-10-27T13:31:32.975-07:00Mother of Pearl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cvkfAm0ceKo/U1XIubwPMvI/AAAAAAAAIWU/L1hzWc9bdmU/s1600/mother+of+pearl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cvkfAm0ceKo/U1XIubwPMvI/AAAAAAAAIWU/L1hzWc9bdmU/s1600/mother+of+pearl.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q1UG4E79MwU/U1XJV33NttI/AAAAAAAAIWc/8UoeWZAcRKo/s1600/mother+of+pearl+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q1UG4E79MwU/U1XJV33NttI/AAAAAAAAIWc/8UoeWZAcRKo/s1600/mother+of+pearl+2.jpg" height="190" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I have a client right now which I am inspired to use mother of pearl....specifically in a mirror. I love that it can add another medium/material to the space as well as some sparkle and glam. Here are a few of my favorite mother of pearl findings:</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pmT3_22w4IA/U1XGLd6ajNI/AAAAAAAAIVw/uAacUM07zvo/s1600/fiona+mirror.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pmT3_22w4IA/U1XGLd6ajNI/AAAAAAAAIVw/uAacUM07zvo/s1600/fiona+mirror.png" height="269" width="320" /></a><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Fiona Mirror from Made Goods</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DlcsVRFMmBw/U1XGL0fNGkI/AAAAAAAAIV8/M_5WeWeOjnc/s1600/regina-andrew_lamp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DlcsVRFMmBw/U1XGL0fNGkI/AAAAAAAAIV8/M_5WeWeOjnc/s1600/regina-andrew_lamp.jpg" height="320" width="228" /></a><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Regina Andrew lamp</div>
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DGOXT9VUS9Q/U1XGLNLwsSI/AAAAAAAAIWE/k9GfzBFdu7E/s1600/pier+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DGOXT9VUS9Q/U1XGLNLwsSI/AAAAAAAAIWE/k9GfzBFdu7E/s1600/pier+1.jpg" /></a><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Pier 1 frame</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Jm-DkyU4OKg/U1XGLaMZapI/AAAAAAAAIV0/HuDXfniWIU0/s1600/abc+home+dresser.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Jm-DkyU4OKg/U1XGLaMZapI/AAAAAAAAIV0/HuDXfniWIU0/s1600/abc+home+dresser.jpg" height="266" width="320" /></a><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
ABC carpet and home dresser</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-10875809882656063562014-03-21T14:57:00.002-07:002014-10-27T13:31:50.796-07:00Karlie Kloss ApartmentRecently on Domaine Home, the NYC apartment of supermodel Karlie Kloss was featured. She worked with designer Nate Berkus to see her vision come to life. I love the simple nature of her apartment- clean lines, neutral colors, with a touch of glam and plenty of cool.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZDaa_N5_G7M/Uyy1XI73KnI/AAAAAAAAIVY/7jE0S6eWkkI/s1600/Karlie1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZDaa_N5_G7M/Uyy1XI73KnI/AAAAAAAAIVY/7jE0S6eWkkI/s1600/Karlie1.jpg" height="179" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cVueu7tsQPA/Uyy1XAIi_2I/AAAAAAAAIVU/aKHrHNW3hYw/s1600/Karlie2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cVueu7tsQPA/Uyy1XAIi_2I/AAAAAAAAIVU/aKHrHNW3hYw/s1600/Karlie2.jpg" height="320" width="244" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EPheYkoJ7-o/Uyy1XKhVKZI/AAAAAAAAIVQ/XdYI9Vt03PI/s1600/Karlie3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EPheYkoJ7-o/Uyy1XKhVKZI/AAAAAAAAIVQ/XdYI9Vt03PI/s1600/Karlie3.jpg" height="320" width="247" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
With Love,</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-75859015121901284662014-02-21T18:54:00.000-08:002014-02-21T18:54:03.086-08:00Beverly PalmI am loving the Beverly Palm print lately. I don't know if it is my desire for warmer weather or what, but I love the bold, iconic print inspired by the Beverly Hills Hotel. Whether it is printed on a pillow, wallpaper, or tablecloth....give me some kelly green palms!<br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-U00e7kS2wzo/UwgQGZdmcXI/AAAAAAAAIUo/b18zID6xXAM/s1600/beverlyhillspalm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-U00e7kS2wzo/UwgQGZdmcXI/AAAAAAAAIUo/b18zID6xXAM/s1600/beverlyhillspalm.jpg" height="160" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">inspiration: Beverly Hills Hotel Fountain Coffee Room</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xec8GXVHkIM/UwgOuA27aaI/AAAAAAAAIUA/UiIt6HXS5TA/s1600/bevpalm1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xec8GXVHkIM/UwgOuA27aaI/AAAAAAAAIUA/UiIt6HXS5TA/s1600/bevpalm1.jpg" height="320" width="296" /></a></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t4Ovssw1hPA/UwgOvQ57yLI/AAAAAAAAIUY/roN8hrIAybs/s1600/bevpalm2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t4Ovssw1hPA/UwgOvQ57yLI/AAAAAAAAIUY/roN8hrIAybs/s1600/bevpalm2.jpg" height="320" width="231" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">love this watercolor rendition</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B554qdiGLPY/UwgOuMFeGXI/AAAAAAAAIUE/3Ef-4a1uABM/s1600/bevpalm3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B554qdiGLPY/UwgOuMFeGXI/AAAAAAAAIUE/3Ef-4a1uABM/s1600/bevpalm3.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RuAhpkYN6UI/UwgOuqs5skI/AAAAAAAAIUU/BqI8Q_8tVro/s1600/bevpalm4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RuAhpkYN6UI/UwgOuqs5skI/AAAAAAAAIUU/BqI8Q_8tVro/s1600/bevpalm4.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I would pair the palm pillow with a black and white stripe pillow</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o7tSj5bX9mE/UwgOvE3HFNI/AAAAAAAAIUc/pG4KtA-zJes/s1600/bevpalmpillow.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o7tSj5bX9mE/UwgOvE3HFNI/AAAAAAAAIUc/pG4KtA-zJes/s1600/bevpalmpillow.jpg" height="309" width="320" /></a></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XaRvKrSk6P0/UwgQ-oKR2JI/AAAAAAAAIUw/XTg7MqcQfjo/s1600/bevpalm5.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XaRvKrSk6P0/UwgQ-oKR2JI/AAAAAAAAIUw/XTg7MqcQfjo/s1600/bevpalm5.png" height="320" width="225" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">loving this inspiration board from wood moss</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-35846311422850234552014-01-17T07:05:00.002-08:002014-01-17T07:05:51.171-08:00Bedroom LoveI am not always a huge huge fan of Pottery Barn, however I am really digging their new indigo color scheme. I am also loving their new bedding set.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ns1hV5685fc/UtlGrVx_L9I/AAAAAAAAITg/Ow7MNfH6niQ/s1600/PB+indigo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ns1hV5685fc/UtlGrVx_L9I/AAAAAAAAITg/Ow7MNfH6niQ/s1600/PB+indigo.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
I went by a local Pottery Barn Store, and thought it looked even better in person.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aPFExMeYq2s/UtlFdI2WIjI/AAAAAAAAITI/JWfWvjpnuvA/s1600/IMG_0960.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aPFExMeYq2s/UtlFdI2WIjI/AAAAAAAAITI/JWfWvjpnuvA/s1600/IMG_0960.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div>
<br />
It has a nice relaxed, inviting and beachy vibe. Perfect blend of feminine and masculine- which I think is always tough to find bedding that isn't too 'girly' or starkly masculine.<br />
<br />
I always saw this new wingback chair in a new stripe, just in. Looks so sharp in person!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q0r1wDl81EA/UtlF829EvQI/AAAAAAAAITQ/yjnQnzK2Izw/s1600/IMG_0958.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q0r1wDl81EA/UtlF829EvQI/AAAAAAAAITQ/yjnQnzK2Izw/s1600/IMG_0958.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div>
<br />
What about you? Are you into Pottery Barn? I think they have come a long long way since I worked there years ago (wish I still had that discount for that bedroom set or this chair!)<br />
<br />
<br />Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-78301129518301532012014-01-05T19:02:00.001-08:002014-10-27T13:32:33.835-07:00The Spindle Chair<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AtZcmRVZVrE/UsnJHNLpKaI/AAAAAAAAISI/BRqS1ztLmww/s1600/spindle1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AtZcmRVZVrE/UsnJHNLpKaI/AAAAAAAAISI/BRqS1ztLmww/s320/spindle1.jpg" height="300" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
I have been loving the spindle chair. I love the uniqueness. I love that it creates an interest in pattern in the woodwork, yet it is upholstered and comfortable to sit on. Plus, you could easily customize it with a fabric of your choice. It is a great addition to a room begging for something bold and different, while still playing it safe. It is very versatile and would look great in a classic and elegant space or a more bohemian space.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VUDPhr0CJ9c/UsnJHL9YXOI/AAAAAAAAISM/wl0ax7o_8zE/s1600/spindle2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VUDPhr0CJ9c/UsnJHL9YXOI/AAAAAAAAISM/wl0ax7o_8zE/s320/spindle2.jpg" height="235" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-o1eRb_VL1oE/Usocgu-DX3I/AAAAAAAAIS0/wHKO8y2Hdmo/s1600/spindle3.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-o1eRb_VL1oE/Usocgu-DX3I/AAAAAAAAIS0/wHKO8y2Hdmo/s1600/spindle3.png" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xgmsq_9FgUw/UsocgccG95I/AAAAAAAAISw/mtiZneCDjCo/s1600/spindle4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xgmsq_9FgUw/UsocgccG95I/AAAAAAAAISw/mtiZneCDjCo/s1600/spindle4.jpg" height="320" width="212" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Where you can find these lovelies:<br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ixzRgr_cxCQ/UsmNeyirHbI/AAAAAAAAIRY/Mq5WcQ-r_PE/s1600/HorchowoldhickorySpindleChair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ixzRgr_cxCQ/UsmNeyirHbI/AAAAAAAAIRY/Mq5WcQ-r_PE/s320/HorchowoldhickorySpindleChair.jpg" height="320" width="256" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Horchow</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oN-5fR-HNjc/UsmNnp9LDbI/AAAAAAAAIRg/dyTbOKKV4kY/s1600/PotteryBarnSabineSpindleChair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oN-5fR-HNjc/UsmNnp9LDbI/AAAAAAAAIRg/dyTbOKKV4kY/s320/PotteryBarnSabineSpindleChair.jpg" height="288" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pottery Barn</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m1N3oAF-lII/UsmNnjvmnLI/AAAAAAAAIRk/TMCAWQ4Mllk/s1600/ralph+lauren+spindle+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m1N3oAF-lII/UsmNnjvmnLI/AAAAAAAAIRk/TMCAWQ4Mllk/s320/ralph+lauren+spindle+.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ralph Lauren</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a-Byvoo1xCA/UsmNwo9uaWI/AAAAAAAAIRw/1ewRP6-N8xU/s1600/zgallerie+spindle+chsir.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a-Byvoo1xCA/UsmNwo9uaWI/AAAAAAAAIRw/1ewRP6-N8xU/s320/zgallerie+spindle+chsir.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">ZGallerie</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WW00IAt9lS4/UsmOMCo484I/AAAAAAAAIR4/sK1X0AXba1g/s1600/Ethan+Allen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WW00IAt9lS4/UsmOMCo484I/AAAAAAAAIR4/sK1X0AXba1g/s320/Ethan+Allen.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ethan Allen<br />
<br /></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<div style="text-align: center;">
With Love, </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brittany</div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-9464894391544044972014-01-02T08:06:00.000-08:002014-01-02T08:06:06.999-08:00Happy 2014!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bYNGdQzMYnA/UsV8OjOnBtI/AAAAAAAAIQ4/IMBepesuhGk/s1600/2014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bYNGdQzMYnA/UsV8OjOnBtI/AAAAAAAAIQ4/IMBepesuhGk/s320/2014.jpg" width="237" /></a></div>
<br />
Happy New Year everybody! I hope you had a wonderful, happy and healthy holiday! I spent mine with my entire family in D.C. Unfortunately the bubonic plague hit (ie stomach flu) and everyone ended up getting sick. No Fun! But I think people are on the mend and we can focus on the new year ahead.<br />
<br />
I really love January because I feel extra motivated to keep up on my resolutions and just do better in all aspects of my life: healthier eating habits, new workout regimen (aka lose the baby weight), learn a new skill, read and study more, <b>focus on expanding my business</b>, and<b> declutter my home</b> (and closet and life really). After all, a near year is a new beginning.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SMDuivQaBJQ/UsWM_qMq4MI/AAAAAAAAIRI/YFfJyU-C-zU/s1600/2014a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SMDuivQaBJQ/UsWM_qMq4MI/AAAAAAAAIRI/YFfJyU-C-zU/s320/2014a.jpg" width="256" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
During and after the holidays my home and life seems just so cluttered; now that it's all over, it really is so freeing to declutter and simplify. <b>So this week I am</b>:<br />
- putting away Christmas decor<br />
- putting away unnecessary knick-knacks<br />
- cleaning out the kids toys (I like to store some away and rotate out on rainy/snowy days)<br />
- Cleaning out my coset and donating<br />
<br />
Hold me to it! I will keep you posted on my progress and encourage you all to do the same. Once everything is simplified visually, than you can be inspired to revamp your home (and of course I'll be posting some inspirational ideas for your new year, new space!)<br />
<br />
What are some of your resolutions?Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-79640839547462680612013-12-17T09:33:00.000-08:002013-12-17T09:33:07.656-08:00Christmas Gift Wrap IdeasCan you believe Christmas is only 8 days away?!? How goes your Holiday shopping? Are you a last minute type shopper, online shopper, or do you like to fight the crowds? This year, with a newborn babe I've been doing a lot of online shopping. But I will admit, I miss fighting the crowds! I know, call me crazy, but I love the hustle and bustle amidst the holiday decorations and music in the background. <div>
<br /></div>
<div>
So how are you going to wrap those gifts? If you are feeling even minorly ambitious, here are a few ideas for ya. </div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
First, my favorite is using brown craft paper. There is so much you can do with it...a classic black and white ribbon topped with a sprig of evergreen; tie it with bakers twine (also classic) and bells; stamp it; draw on it; the possibilities are endless. </div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5LAWEb0596s/UrCEekwdJhI/AAAAAAAAIP0/_t6ZDNA655Y/s1600/giftwrap5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5LAWEb0596s/UrCEekwdJhI/AAAAAAAAIP0/_t6ZDNA655Y/s320/giftwrap5.jpg" width="244" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-I5oiGkwCmUw/UrCEdeLDBPI/AAAAAAAAIPY/vwbBHf0Q4K4/s1600/giftwrap+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-I5oiGkwCmUw/UrCEdeLDBPI/AAAAAAAAIPY/vwbBHf0Q4K4/s1600/giftwrap+5.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AyJ3bERf94g/UrCEdcT8X4I/AAAAAAAAIPg/9FAxWnsJbSw/s1600/giftwrap+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AyJ3bERf94g/UrCEdcT8X4I/AAAAAAAAIPg/9FAxWnsJbSw/s320/giftwrap+4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Gx-nui7I7TY/UrCEeMtozvI/AAAAAAAAIPo/w9oice-c6hk/s1600/giftwrap+7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Gx-nui7I7TY/UrCEeMtozvI/AAAAAAAAIPo/w9oice-c6hk/s320/giftwrap+7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9PRo6QRmWPE/UrCEd4TA6tI/AAAAAAAAIQA/4322HZ7qF5M/s1600/giftwrap+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9PRo6QRmWPE/UrCEd4TA6tI/AAAAAAAAIQA/4322HZ7qF5M/s320/giftwrap+6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Simple White</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-P7YYtk-ih_Q/UrCEeZcS6jI/AAAAAAAAIP8/_K6Ffk08u0Q/s1600/giftwrap3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-P7YYtk-ih_Q/UrCEeZcS6jI/AAAAAAAAIP8/_K6Ffk08u0Q/s320/giftwrap3.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Something a little more crafty- for the kids :)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fjUt2K9_ERM/UrCEdcdJZwI/AAAAAAAAIPc/zVpCNsjxYnU/s1600/giftwrap+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fjUt2K9_ERM/UrCEdcdJZwI/AAAAAAAAIPc/zVpCNsjxYnU/s320/giftwrap+1.jpg" width="212" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Glitter and glam</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dUshDfKyKbE/UrCIB3gloVI/AAAAAAAAIQU/Y5ZiSKlXuY4/s1600/giftwrap+8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="251" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dUshDfKyKbE/UrCIB3gloVI/AAAAAAAAIQU/Y5ZiSKlXuY4/s320/giftwrap+8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oZpooiTuC6w/UrCJwgkLlnI/AAAAAAAAIQg/NQXg-4wXCm0/s1600/giftwrap+9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oZpooiTuC6w/UrCJwgkLlnI/AAAAAAAAIQg/NQXg-4wXCm0/s320/giftwrap+9.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Memorable Photo Topper</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mKGy-dcSrE8/UrCKWlwQ_eI/AAAAAAAAIQo/Y7DKoNgRnKk/s1600/giftwrap+10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mKGy-dcSrE8/UrCKWlwQ_eI/AAAAAAAAIQo/Y7DKoNgRnKk/s320/giftwrap+10.jpg" width="256" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Hope you were inspired! Whether it is simple or over-the-top have fun with it. Good luck and get creative!!! Merry Christmas!</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7622094346455769276.post-66513567323498880202013-12-04T10:22:00.000-08:002013-12-04T10:22:48.765-08:00Prep Your Guest Room<br />
This time of year is always a time where we open our homes to friends and family. That means it is time to prep your guest room. Amidst the chaos of decorating, holiday shopping, parties, and kids' school activities our to-do lists are overflowing. So, I wanted to make it easy for you to prep the perfect guest room to suit all of your guests needs.<br />
<br />
1. Clean and inviting bedding with plenty of pillows:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dh6krHHDEEQ/Up5OVI-0XbI/AAAAAAAAIOM/1VQczgID8Pk/s1600/guestbed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dh6krHHDEEQ/Up5OVI-0XbI/AAAAAAAAIOM/1VQczgID8Pk/s320/guestbed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
2. A bedside Carafe: you don't want house guests roaming the house in the middle of the night only to find you roaming your house in your underwear.<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dJn-dcVnCxI/Up5Obvi3K_I/AAAAAAAAIOU/iNTZF72tEtg/s1600/bedside+carafe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="215" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dJn-dcVnCxI/Up5Obvi3K_I/AAAAAAAAIOU/iNTZF72tEtg/s320/bedside+carafe.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">from inhabit.com</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
3. Nightstand Reading: extra magazines, coffee table books, etc....<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zuhPlkmt2rc/Up5Oobf0tkI/AAAAAAAAIOc/25F_cAbPCYs/s1600/magazines.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="227" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zuhPlkmt2rc/Up5Oobf0tkI/AAAAAAAAIOc/25F_cAbPCYs/s320/magazines.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
4. fresh towels and washcloths.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oIzJwbSntPA/Up5Oy2Sbi0I/AAAAAAAAIOk/ygukAnkSaIg/s1600/stacked+towels.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="236" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oIzJwbSntPA/Up5Oy2Sbi0I/AAAAAAAAIOk/ygukAnkSaIg/s320/stacked+towels.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
5. A toiletry basket: This is my favorite and one I always have on hand. Use an old or new gift basket and fill it with travel-size toiletries such as tooth paste and tooth brush, shampoo and conditioner, lotion, bandaids, mini sewing kit, tylenol, tide to go pen, antibacterial soap, q-tip, kleenex, etc...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-f19k5tolU0c/Up6Hr-pIviI/AAAAAAAAIO0/iwSy1MjLEI0/s1600/guest+basket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-f19k5tolU0c/Up6Hr-pIviI/AAAAAAAAIO0/iwSy1MjLEI0/s320/guest+basket.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
6. Fresh Flowers: besides making the space smell fragrant it shows you've gone the extra mile.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2mndfofUSZc/Up6KwMalauI/AAAAAAAAIPA/W6LeZEpSsM4/s1600/guest+flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2mndfofUSZc/Up6KwMalauI/AAAAAAAAIPA/W6LeZEpSsM4/s1600/guest+flowers.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
7. Well-stocked guest favorite snacks: they will really appreciate the opportunity to snack at their leisure especially when travelling and are off-schedule (and you'll be glad to avoid any hungry grumpy people).<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-62B4ObKE9ys/Up6LNhybHMI/AAAAAAAAIPI/CHiLuYKD3X0/s1600/guest+snacks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-62B4ObKE9ys/Up6LNhybHMI/AAAAAAAAIPI/CHiLuYKD3X0/s1600/guest+snacks.jpg" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
You are sure to be the star host if you follow these guest room prep ideas! (or perhaps you don't want to be the star host if you don't want a revolving door) </div>
<br />
Brittany Simmonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493679482532354653noreply@blogger.com1