Hope you took full advantage of the long weekend, we found time to hang out with
friends and family, take in some 4th of July festivities and almost finish our black deck!
A couple weeks ago I popped in Goodwill and came home home with two items
that inspired a quick spiff up of my family room. I didn't have a plan, but it ended up
being a lively burst of color that feels fresh and fun for summer.
I nabbed this fretwork lamp so darn quick, and then noticed the insane $7 price tag! :)
It has a raised branch and blossom, and Greek key detail at the top and bottom, I'm smitten.
Then I spied the coral, chevron ikat pillow with embroidery detail for $6. It's
available on Target's website for $25. Can you believe this is my first ever chevron
purchase? That fun tropical lumbar is from this etsy shop that I love for unique
pillows, her custom details and workmanship are top notch, check out the velvet with
exposed brass zipper...perfection!
I moved our black lacquer table (a DIY from two years ago that I still love) for some
contrast with all the white and styled my new Craigslist coffee table with a few books,
white accessories and hosta leaves from our yard in a square vase. If you missed my post
'simple summer styling' I shared some ideas for using foliage.
If someone asked me to style a coffee table without books, a tray, and greenery or
blossoms from our yard I'd be in a pickle. They're always my favorite go-to items.
$13 well spent - this little update will make me happy all summer!
What favorite item have you added to your decor for summer?
38 comments:
Way to go! It looks like you spent so much more!
WOW! small changes make a big summery difference! it looks perfect and i love the budget on it! :)
Looks lovely! I adore all those pillows and I also use my hosta leaves all the time.
Absolutely gorgeous! Selling me once again on the neutral background so you can change up a space on a whim! I love the combination of pillows, plus the colorful books and pop of fresh flowers!
Looks great! Terrific lamp! (Do you have a good place to get lampshades that are nice but inexpensive? Always my issue when finding great thrifted lamps...) I have that cute zebra tray, too! Love it!
You find the best things at GW. I never find anything good at mine. Love that lamp.
That. Lamp. Deal of the century! And you know I am Theres Marie Designs' biggest fan, love how you styled those pillows. Happy Summer!
Pleasing pillow pattern play, Pam. Perfection!
Killer prices!!! Love the updates. Garden clippings are a favorite of mine because they're just so easy!
What???? It looks gorgeous and so fresh for summer. Long gone are the days of all neutral. You have gone to the other side!
Love your summer colors! Perfect timing for my Citrus Punch post today. Love all your cool finds- you have THE BEST eye! xo Nancy
Cannot believe you snagged that lamp for $7.00....my Goodwill has gotten a bit crazy with the prices..and that is a great Chevron pillow....wow..what great things for $13.00...for price of lunch...
I knew that coffee table would look wonderful when you got it styled up, and that lamp is absolutely gorgeous!
You're the deal queen! I'm loving the tropical lumbar. Totally need to check out her store.
This is so pretty Pam! Love the lamp, what a find!! I'm going to cut some foliage now for my coffee table tray thanks for the inspiration! Have a good Monday! Kathy@The Daily Nest
I inherited two lamps from my dad that are similar. He got them 60 years ago in Japan. They are cylinder shape with cherry blossom design. There is a nightlight inside the lamp that shines through from inside. Glad to see it with black shade. I certainly think you got a bargain.
Ginger - Thanks for letting me know, I completely forgot to mention the light in the base, mine has it as well! :)
Kristen - I usually find Target or Homegoods have the best prices. :)
Pam,
This is truly lovely! I am in holy terror mode right now! PURGE, Purge, purge, and purging some more. It feels so good. We have some old industrial pieces coming into our home sometime this summer/fall (when its free you don't fuss about the time frame.... I'm just tickled to pieces to be getting it!) so I decided now is the perfect time to open up some space in preparation.
Thank you for sharing the idea to use foliage from the yard to brighten up the house. We have some lovely hostas which will make a welcome addition to the decor.
I hope you had a truly wonderful weekend surrounded with those you love!! Take care now!
Such vibrant, pretty colors Pam :) So beautiful :)
So pretty and full of life! Perfect for summer :)
Love it all, that lamp is a fantastic find and all of your pillows look so pretty and bright for summer. You do always have the prettiest tables, love this one and the accessories.
It looks so beautiful, Pam. I was needing a little coffee table inspiration and you have certainly provided it - great inspiration…
What fun! Those are great finds - I have to admit I've not bought any chevron for myself! The gold trend I'm embracing but the chevron hasn't grabbed my heart yet I guess!
I love your coffee table displays - they always look like they are straight from a magazine :)
First of all, I'm loving your Craigslist coffee table in it's new space! And I think I want to bring a U-haul to Colorado and do a month of Craigslist and Goodwill shopping with you because I am always amazed by your finds. Your space looks gorgeous with your latest bargains!!
Great score on that pretty lamp Pam and I LOVE all those colorful pillows...so pretty and summery!
Love your updates, Pam! My sister sold a lamp almost exactly like that in the garage sale...I'm still sick that I didn't snatch it up! Loving your new coffee table, too!
Looks wonderful!!!
You can style my coffee table anytime!
Gorgeous! I love the updates Pam!
-Shelley
Such an elegant pop of color Pam! You seriously have the best Craigslist and Goodwill in your town. The prices and the selection are not great at my local store!
Jennifer@decoratingdelirium.com
I love the bright summer colors! Great find with the lamp too!!
Rebecca @ Hello Creative Blog
Looks great Pam! Love the colors and that lamp for $7 was a score!
I LOVE this Pam - and the fun mix of pillows. I need to check out the Etsy shop you refer to as well. I'm always looking for unique pillows. I've enjoyed using hosta leaves as well. I'll have to read up on your styling tips.
OH!!! It's one of Therese's pillows. I don't remember seeing that one but I love it.
Loving the colorful updates! I'm sprucing up a little for summer too :)
That lamp is a real steal and that pillow?! Perfect as well, love all the colors and pattern Pam, perfect for summer!
This looks so beautiful!! I love all the color!! And that comment about being in a pickle without books, trays, and foliage! ;)
Looks very summery. I love the hosts leaves idea and am now heading over to read your "simple summer styling" post for more inspiration.
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