ROUND UP: STUDIO McGEE FOR TARGET

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I don’t know about y’all but I have been spending SO LITTLE money during quarantine. We’re not going out to eat or for cocktails, we’re being super smart with our groceries, we’re not traveling, and I’m not taking trips to Target full of mindless…er necessary…shopping. Until now. Well ok, I’m going to be putting all this in a virtual cart because Studio McGee just launched a line for Threshold at Target TODAY Saturday April 4. I can’t think of better news.

Heres to hoping everything I want doesn’t sell out as soon as it hits those virtual shelves. Personally I’m going to need that limestone knot and that beautiful candle, and I think my airbnb project needs a couple of those sweet rattan and metal stools as a coffee table. And don’t get me started on the art!

1 - Burl Wood Boxes | 2 - Floral Print Pillows | 3 - Textured Plaid Lumbar | 4 - Gold & White Task Lamp | 5 - Faux Fern | 6 - Limestone Knot | 7 - Neutral Stripe Rug | 8 - Small Framed Landscape | 9 - Light Green Stripe PIllow | 10 - Cushioned Bench

M O R E F A V O R I T E S

1 - Large Candle | 2 - Large Square Landscape Painting | 3 - Basket with Leather Pull | 4 - Metal and Rattan Bench | 5 - Framed Botanical Art | 6 - Ceramic Base Lamp | 7 - Chambray Plaid Pillows | 8 - Windowpane Lumbar | 9 - Boxy Wooden Side Table | 10 - Small Black Planter | 11 - Large Ribbed Vase

M O R E F A V O R I T E S

I’d love to hear from you: what your favorite piece? Whats in your cart? Did something you love sell out super fast?

Please know that our hearts are with everyone affected by the current crisis. Everyone needs something different - internal reflection, constant news, and sometimes we’re just looking for a little escape. I hope this post can provide the latter for you while helping me with a fun and creative outlet that also supports my small business.

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LLD REVEALS: SOFT BLUES FOR BABY BOY

It’s about time! Sweet little baby Pierre was born almost S I X months ago and I think it’s safe to say he’s enjoying this gorgeous nursery (though I hazard to say his mom is enjoying it even more.) If you need a refresher on where we started check out this post on the design.

Just a few of the things I love about this room: the light airy colors that provide the perfect calming backdrop to all the baby things, the crib made for a prince, and the board and batton we added that took the room from builder-grade to classic and elevated. Did I mention dad and granddad installed and painted everything themselves?

What I love the most though was this text from mama after her little baby boy was born:

“His room is my calm zone. I love being in there… I’m calm, I’m with the baby. It’s our happy place. It’s the one room in our house that is purposeful and uncluttered.”

I can’t begin to tell you how good that makes me feel, because lets be real for a second, nurseries are really for the parents aren’t they?

This wasn’t a huge room, we had space for just the basics: a crib, glider, and changing table/dresser. The room already had a great closet and painting the doors out in the trim color made everything look that much more custom. The door to the room swings open adjacent the two closet doors, this worked out so that you can see straight from the master bedroom to the crib.

The floating shelves at the end of the crib provide the perfect place for cherished keepsakes and favorite books and allowed for a moment of styling in an otherwise very functional room. The crib is pulled away from the wall, far enough that nothing could fall in or as baby boy gets bigger he won’t be able to reach the shelves and pull things down either. Don’t you LOVE those little shoes?

This nightstand has the softest lines and plenty of storage on the two shelves. We paired back the books for the shot but believe me, the book collection is strong (I included a round up of some books and toys at the end of this post)! I love the little pull out at the top of the nightstand perfect for a bottle or coffee mug when the table top inevitably gets full of toys/books/pacifiers/etc. Unfortunately this exact one is now discontinued but I’ve linked a very similar one from Crate and Barrel. This is a table that looks as much at home in this little boy’s nursery as it would be in a future guest room or little girls room; a piece that can grow with this family.

S H O P T H E P O S T

The changing table is between the entry and bathroom door, opposite the window. The dresser was from Pottery Barn Kids, I loved the simple lines and that it’s constructed of FCS certified wood and sealed and painted with non-toxic materials. This is another furniture piece that will grow with the family and could be used anywhere in the house. We did upgrade the hardware to these brass cup pulls to match the curtain hardware and sconce and soften the look a little. Unfortunately this particular dresser has since been retired but see below for some with a similar look. Verify that your changing tray will fit on top. The shaded plug in sconce is perfect for late night diaper changes. And not to be too TMI but the tall wainscoting, painted in Farrow and Ball Pale Powder, is wipeable.

S i m i l a r D r e s s e r s

S H O P f o r B a b y

This was easily one of my favorite projects to date, and obviously very close to my heart. My favorite parts are a three-way tie between the wall paneling, the rug and the floating shelves! Whats your favorite part?

Photography by Allyson Huntsman Photography

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ROUND UP: FAVORITE SOFAS

Title Image Via Lark & Linen

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Day 5(?) of Corona Virus quarantine and if you’re anything like me, you’ve been spending a LOT of time on your sofa. With my hubs having taken over our home office, I’ve been spending a ton of time on my sofa - my twenty year old, lumpy, dated, worn out sofa. The sofa we have currently was a hand-me-down from my grandma - it’s SO comfortable and well constructed and a neutral color. When I was in apartments I justified keeping it by saying that I didn’t want to buy a sofa until I bought a house. If I was going to spend some money on a sofa I wanted it to be purchased for a space I would be in for a long time. We are going on our third year in our home and it’s seriously time to get a new couch. Being quarantined on it just sealed the deal in my mind.

I’ve decided to take you virtually shopping with me. What I’ve collected are a handful of my favorite sofas from around the web. Many of these come in a variety of great colors, and I’ve noted below which ones are beautiful as sectionals too. Just because I can’t fit a sectional in my tiny living room, doesn’t mean you should go without.

From Top: Arlen Sofa | Amhearst Sofa | Barton Sofa | Emmy Sofa | Maxwell Sofa | Cami Sofa | Brynn Sofa

Arlen Sofa

I LOVE the look of this one, so comfy and relaxed - I’m just worried my room is too small for this skirted beauty. I like the idea of being able to see the flooring continue under the sofa to extend the size of my space. None the less, the relaxed linen is calling to me.

Amhearst Sofa

Would you believe this one is only $500?! It’s a great budget option, and I have sat on it in store - super comfy. It also comes in Navy and is really nice as a sectional. I feel like this sofa looks a little small in photos, but I think it’s probably the proportions. It is 83” long with 22” deep seat. Really generous.

Barton Sofa

This was my frontrunner for a long time. I love the plinth base and that you can select from several different wood finishes. I’m also a big fan of the bench cushion. I find that single cushions encourage a few more people to sit on the sofa when there is company because no one has to deal with a crack! My only issue is the arms are maybe a little narrow for my liking. Serena and Lily has fabulous performance fabrics (hello Perennials) that can really take a beating though. This sofa is a forever sofa.

Emmy Sofa

Another sofa I fell in love with in person (and another one that is perfection as a sectional too). This Design Within Reach stunner has a slightly curved back and a modern take on a plinth base. Not the cheapest by any means, but I wonderful investment piece for your home. Particularly if you will be floating your sofa in the room.

Maxwell Sofa

Would I be buying this one in green? Not for this house. Is it amazing in green? Absolutely. So amazing I chose to share the green version with you. Many of these sofas come in a TON of color options. You don’t have to stick to white (although, I think keeping your large pieces neutral & classically shaped helps them stand the test of time as tastes change.)

Cami Sofa

Another more modern take on a plinth base, this time in black metal. I have always thought the arm cushions that extend past the seat cushions is a chic detail. Again we have a bench cushion - great for loading all your friends and family onto one couch. In my case a bench cushion makes the most of what little space I have for seating. When this quarantine lifts you bet I would have EVERYONE over to sit on my new couch.

Brynn Sofa

This is the real steal of the bunch. At just $875 (and I’ve seen it as much as $200 less. World Market loves a sale.) this skirted sofa is beautiful and looks MUCH more high end than it’s price point.

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Ok, so what if you love your sofa, or arn’t ready to pull the trigger on what is really one of the most expensive pieces of furniture in your home? PILLOWS! I’ve rounded up some favorites - again at a bunch of price points - that you can mix and match for a whole new look at a fraction of the cost. I think each one of these would look good with a mix of any of the others.

Top Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Second Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Third Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fourth Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fifth Row: 1 | 2 | 3