We always get emails about magazines or websites wanting permission to use photos of our home, and needing a high res version. Which means, I often get to revisit “older” versions of spaces in our home. Sometimes, I show them a more finished version of the room and they want that photo instead, but every once in awhile, I see an old photo that–dare I say–looks better than it’s current state? This happened this week when I got an email from Lonny mag wanting to use the photo below of our entry.
While I was digging up the high res image, I realized, while this version of the entry wasn’t perfect, I missed the simplicity of it. Maybe it’s the beginning of the year talking, but I’m ready to strip down a few spaces in our home and really take stock of what’s there because I liked a certain element (whether that be a rug, or mirror, or art, or wallpaper or calendar) and what’s there because it is actually adding to the overall room. Because that’s what it’s about. The room or space as a whole. Do you ever get caught up or blinded by certain elements of a room instead of focusing on the room as a whole? Time to reset.
More fun things this week!
Speaking of the entry, I could see this modern black windsor bench (that’s a steal!) in ours.
Cool idea to conceal your breaker box!
As someone who embraces a casual look in nearly every aspect of my life!, I am always on the lookout for a way to still be comfortable while maybe looking like I took it up a notch in my wardrobe. And then I discovered these sweet ruffle sweatshirts. I ordered the gray jersey one (comes in petite, regular and maternity!), which looks fancy but feels…exactly like a sweatshirt! I also love this one.
How your neighbors are judging how much money you make—Hilarious!
This exterior before and after from this week’s Fixer Upper made my jaw drop. How inspiring!
I can’t resist heart-patched tights on my girls this time of year.
Hope you all have a lovely weekend! We’re starting to rebuild the shelves in the storage room and will have a big update for you on that next week!
14 COMMENTS
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3 years ago
Why not flowers,Cheap iPhone 7, you say. Well, she lives in Florida and anything I could send her would pale in comparison to the flowers she sees out her window. Besides, they’re very expensive and around the big holidays the florists aren’t very careful. I know; I once worked in a florist.I found
Morgan
3 years ago
Hey! I did a really simple DIY version of this to hide my breaker box in my condo! Why do they always put those things in super visible places?!
http://www.charlestoncrafted.com/2013/06/12/now-you-see-it-now-you-dont/
Kelsey
3 years ago
Morgan that is such a great idea! Love it! So funny that I just found you because were moving to Charleston in 4 days!! Small world!!
Rhonda
3 years ago
Have a question related to your bed in master bedroom from west elm , I have been trying to find info if the bed would support tempurpedic mattress. Im inspired by your talent and eye for design to create a beautiful home !
Mara Smith
3 years ago
Love that bench and came across an even better score from Wayfair. They don’t have black, but for half the cost you could easily spray it!
https://www.wayfair.com/TMS-Shelby-Rubber-Wood-Bedroom-Bench-58818-TXR2442.html?ds=69578
Alison
3 years ago
Wow what a find!
AlisonG
3 years ago
How do you watch Fixer Upper? Do you have cable? I like the old version of the entry too. The link to the sweatshirts didn’t work for me. Have a great weekend.
Sheena
3 years ago
You can watch it on the Sling App if you have it! You can also watch old episodes there and there are some on Netflix as well.
Alison
3 years ago
Thank so much Sheena, off to look for the app.
AB
3 years ago
The fixer upper transformation is incredible. Can you tell us more about it? Where can we find more details? Thanks
Julia
3 years ago
AUTHORIt was this week’s episode! So maybe check on Fixer Upper’s site?
Kait Bilston
3 years ago
There is always a recap of the episode on Joanna’s blog. Here’s this week’s episode: https://magnoliamarket.com/our-show/episode-05-the-graham-house/ :)
Jennifer
3 years ago
Totally with you on #1. The Nester calls it “quieting the house.” She suggests taking out all of the decorative stuffs — books, vases, pillows, throws, even curtains and art if you’re needing a refresh — and living with it empty for a few days to either help identify problem areas or just get re-inspired. I’ve starting doing it after taking Christmas decor down and it’s just what I need in January.
Just Me
3 years ago
I cant believe thats the same house. I mean Im looking at it but my mind wont accept it. The roof had to be done over totally. Thats amazing! Beautiful