Today I have such a fun kitchen transformation.

One of my readers recently tackled her kitchen renovation, and I begged her to share the before and afters with us! She has a great eye for design and I love how she took a basic kitchen and made it shine.

Here is the before…

And the after…

She painted the cabinets, added floor the ceiling subway tile, new cabinet hardware, and a new pendant over the sink…I think she nailed it.

She even tiled the wall dividing the kitchen and the family room. 

So pretty and unique.

You can never go wrong with white cabinets.

I can’t say that enough!

Subway tile for the win right?!

Now who is inspired? 

I know I am.

xo,

A few years back I used a very similar nightstand in a fun little guest bedroom design.

We scored it at a discount outlet store (and painted it white) but it originally sells for $895.00 at William & Sonoma.

Although they are no identical, I would say they are pretty darn close.

Overstock: $165.00

William Sonoma: $895.00

Go Overstock! Oh and that tufted bed is only $498.00 for a queen…what?

I can’t wait to use it in a design!

Also, it has been a good 4 years since I have gotten a new profile picture. I was long overdue.

I desperately need to hire a professional, but in the meantime, I talked my trusty husband into helping me out.

I awkwardly posed around the house as he snapped a few pictures.

Here are a few that made the cut. 

I would love your input!

1 – Just taking a rest on my television stand (backwards watch – check).

2- A regular day at home.

3- Oh hey, I didn’t even notice you there.

4 – Getting some work done on my bed with a full face of make-up, obviously.

Which is your favorite?

Of course, I wanted these to be as realistic as possible. I mean, It’s no secret that I am camera ready at all times…pfff!

Also, check out the pink! 

I am thinking these would make some pretty fabulous drapery too!

This pale blue duvet with lime trim is pretty darn fabulous.

Oh and this blanket, be still my heart. Fold this bad boy on the end of my bed and I would be happy girl!

  

I loooove this neon desk lamp. It comes in three colors and I am dreaming of owning it for my own desk.

This hot pink side table gets two thumbs up from me!

A wood lamp dipped in pink? Yes yes please!

The detail on this little hexagon table is amazing. The color isn’t too shabby either.

Thanks so much UO, I am now broke!

xo,

My e-deisgn clients budgets vary greatly.

Although for the most part, I work with clients who need thrifty options to stay within their budgets.

Sofas, rugs, and case goods typically take up the majority of the budget so I like to save a little on accessories and chairs!

In order to find chairs that are inexpensive yet look expensive, I like to stay with linen fabrics and tufted backs. 

Here are a few of my favorite chairs all for under $300.00.

1.2.3.4.5.6

Plus, I can’t say no to a good tufted chair!

Happy Monday!

xo,