Simple Details: June 2016

Thursday, June 30, 2016

TGIF ~ The Gems I Found

Happy 4th of July friends ~ have a wonderful weekend!

Timeless large scale affordable posters!

Young House Love Metallic Rimmed Glass Pendant

Clever use for wine bottle rack.

8 Gorgeous Ideas for Gardens

Strawberry Dream Cake perfect 4th of July Dessert

Simple favorite ideas for the fourth.

Sunday, June 26, 2016

Fiddle Leaf Fig - Not So Big? Try These Ideas

I was at a client's home the other day and she mentioned she hated her
fiddle leaf fig - what? She found it at IKEA and was excited about the $13 price tag,
but it was smaller than she was hoping for.
She had it sitting on the floor and to be honest it did look like a mini. :)

Here are some great ideas to give one a boost until it grows up.

Style it on a table in a great pot...

Brooke Wagner - Style Me Pretty - Ashlee Raubach Photography

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Elevate it with a cool stool...

Domestic Fashionista

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I think I need a trip to IKEA or Home Depot for a new little guy.
Lots of style for only $13!

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Another crazy Craigslist score!

Do you guys remember just 2 weeks ago I mentioned I was envious of
this fabulous Lutyen's garden bench we ordered for my client?

I've NEVER seen one on Craigslist, and on Sunday evening I happened to be
looking for a bench for another client's dining room and look what I come across!!!

Seriously, C-R-A-Z-Y!!!

And, it turned out to be the most fun Craigslist pick up ever!

A darling lady was selling it, and her property was SO charming I couldn't help
but ask if she'd give me a tour (outside) and if I could feature her on my blog.
She was so gracious and said, "Yes" to both! :)
The impeccable grounds oozed of creativity and inspiration at every turn.
It was a delight hearing how it evolved over the years, and of the special family
celebrations she'd hosted,
I asked why she was selling the bench, and she replied,
"I'm a big Craigslister and found a new one. I sell things so I'm not a hoarder."

(Ha! I should take note!)

My bench is going to get a new paint job - I think the pretty silhouette will
show up best against our white house in glossy black.
I can't wait to get started!

Sunday, June 19, 2016

So excited about this DIY!!

Hey everyone, hope you had a nice weekend!

We had a wonderful time celebrating all the awesome fathers in our family with

brunch at my parent's. It was a 99 degree scorcher in Denver, lounging and switching

between golf and a car auction were the activities of choice (by the men)!

Do you remember this inspiration photo for the One Room Challenge Great Room

I just completed? I mentioned how much I LOVED the $$$ Saville cabinet from

Ebanista. I hadn't thought about it, but a few of you encouraged me to DIY one.

Well...the perfect cabinet popped up on Craigslist!

If you use your imagination you can see how I could come up with something

similar, right?

Here are some closeups of the painted detail.

I'm hoping I can replicate the hand painted appearance of the 22K gold they use!

Keep your fingers crossed for me, and I'll keep you updated.

Friday, June 17, 2016

TGIF - The Gems I Found

Here's to a fabulous weekend!
Sorry for the late TGIF post, technical difficulties over here...grrrr!

Beautiful bedroom reveal by Ave Styles!

I found a new fashion blog I love, Penny Pincher Fashion.

Perfect neutral summer bedding on sale at Ballard.

Simple, beautiful and functional beverage station for your next party.

7 Tips for growing giant basil plants ~ bring on the caprese salad!

One of my all time favorite garden tours!

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Steal These Ideas from the Summer Home Tours

I've loved all the inspiring Summer Home Tours throughout the blogosphere
the past couple of weeks, I shared mine here, in case you missed it. I rounded up
a collection of my favorite looks, if you need some fresh ideas to up your summer
style check out these fun ideas!

~ Mirror, Mirror ~