Delight in the Sunlight

Saturday, April 4, 2015

Pastel Home Office

Decorating a home office in pastels brings a calm, sophisticated look to an otherwise boring space. In my house, the home office needs a major overhaul. Originally my daughters' playroom, it's now become the home office/art studio/workout room...plus storage area. A friend and I recently removed the handprint wallpaper border that had been on the walls way too long. Then we painted the walls a soft yellow.
Now that I have a starting point, I'm hoping to create an airy and light home office. But first, I'll need some inspiration...

Pastel Home Office on Polyvore with links to all the items.

Tobi Fairley's feminine pink office

Pastel walls and chair on Interior & Exterior Design and Architecture

Lovely office in pastel blues featured on houzz

Simple white desk with pastel accents on gala darling

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White shelving with pastel organizers on Two Twenty One

Charming desktop accessories on pbteen

Vintage mixed with modern on We Heart It

Amazing color blocked wall on houzz

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Saturday, March 28, 2015

Springtime Daisies

For the past few years, daisies have become an extremely popular trend in both fashion and home decor. In the home, springtime daisies add fresh charm in every room. To switch the seasons in your home, add daisy pillows, art or simply fresh blooms. And these fresh flowers are everywhere in fashion - from headbands to Vans. So for some springtime fun, add a "dollop of daisies"!

- DAISIES IN THE HOME -

Springtime Daisies by lgb321 on Polyvore

Oil on canvas at Dot & Bo

Daisies with burlap on United With Love

Cotton pillow at One Kings Lane

Daisy cupcakes (yum!) on Inspired By This

- DAISIES IN FASHION -

Daisy Choker at Forever 21

Betsey Johnson crossbody bag at Zappos

Yellow Daisy Vans at Baggins

Tory Burch daisy sandals at Neiman Marcus

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Get the "Look for Less"

Finding a great outfit - without spending a fortune - is possible with some creativity and an eye for trends. Online shopping has changed the way we can find great deals. But do you always put your purchases together in the right way?
Polyvore has featured some great outfits worn by celebrities, who most likely have stylists. But you can put together great looks without an expensive price tag!

Reese Witherspoon - Look for Less on Polyvore by lgb321

Reese Witherspoon's look includes:

Oversize sunglasses, $10 at shopzerouv.com

Link necklace, $13 at tandjdesigns.com

Boyfriend Jeans, $46 at wallisfashion.com

Two toned bag, $46 at wholesalefashionshoes.com

Red heel, $23.99 wholesalefashionshoes.com

More outfits can be found on Polyvore
on the "Get the Look for Less" contest page.
Here are a few more celebrity outfits created with inexpensive items.

Get The Look by lali22

Victoria by castelli

Get the Look for Less by piedraandjesus

For the Love of Gwen! by runners

So the next time you admire a celebrity's outfit,
remember that you can create "the look for less"!

Saturday, March 7, 2015

Laundry Room Remodel

While the kitchen might be the "heart" of the home, the laundry room is the "engine" that keeps everything running. Small or large, laundry rooms mean tons of work!
So to lighten my load, I've decided to remodel our cramped laundry. My collection of articles and photos is a great starting point. Now if I could just keep on top of the washing, folding and ironing! (Ok, I hate to iron. Just the washing and folding!)

Laundry Room Remodel on Polyvore

iHomedecoration

houzz

iHomedecoration

View Along The Way

Home with Baxter

houzz

Saturday, February 28, 2015

Easter Tablescapes

Preparing a full meal is an Easter tradition in many households. And a well-decorated tablescape adds to the fun at these gatherings. Your table can be simple or filled with decorations. But the tablescapes I'm drawn to have lots of color, usually through bright flowers or decorations.

Easter Tablescape

Below are a few examples of well-decorated Easter tables.

Dine and Dish

The Pink Flour

Very Rosenberry

The Pink Flour

Nicety Live Journal

And of course, the focal point of any
Easter table needs to be Christ's rebirth!

Creatively Sam's

Nelson United Church

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Winter Pastels

Cotton candy pink and baby blue used to be colors reserved for spring. But pastels have become a staple in many winter wardrobes. Trendy pastel outfits feel young and fresh, without looking immature. So grab a mint sweater and lighten up your look!