Hudson Bay

Hudson Bay Blankets are iconic. I remember that my family had this blanket forever. However, we move so much that it got lost in the shuffle. Which is ok because it was quite beat up from rough daily use.

I love the picture. It makes me want to curl up under the blanket with a book and a mug of hot chocolate. Or cuddle up with someone special and spend a nice romantic winter night perhaps by candlight and in a perfect setting a crackling fire. Nice set up huh? I think once I get around to buying a house I may recreate this look. Even the wood paneling.

The blankets vary in price depending on the website you go to but from what I have seen it ranges from $250 - 500. This also depends on the size of the blanket. The throws and shams range between $99 -150.

In the corner picture the blanket shown has a pink stripe. It is a lighter and more feminie look. It would still work in the winter but obviously lends it self to spring.

This picture is definitely decorating inspiration for me. I think the bones of the room would lend itself to many different designs. I love decorating by mood so it is important to me be able to switch out bedding and some accessories to acheive a different look. So does this picture make you want to revamp your room?

Styling Sunday #1

It took awhile to think of a post that I could do every Sunday then it hit me. It's so simple it deserves a mental head slap. Styling Sunday where we will style either people or interiors. Today is an interior. All the pictures are clickable. So let's get to it.

Inspiration. Every room should start with an inspiration. Today it was a picture of fabric. This fabric was madee into a bedspread and that is how we are going to use it as well.









First the furniture:
The headboard would be simple and white.











I don't match furniture much so the nightstands would be different in color and style but must be similar in height. *note the round coffee table is brown I would paint it either white or one of the colors from the bedspread. (In my actual bedroom I have a similar setup including a coffee table as a nightstand)

In the corner I would place a circle chair. It adds a modern touch to this cottage look.

On the nightstands I would add two cyrstal/glass silver lamps for balance.

On the bed I would use lace linens. Two stripe pillows and one solid color pillow all three the same size.

Lace curtains would finish the design. Add a blackout shade for privacy and the morning sun.

A very pretty room indeed.

Crochet Bedspread

Vintage Bedspread

I am from the south. I have lived in the north most of my life but I am a Southerner. There's no getting around it. I still have the accent, the habits, the culture, and just the plain ole fabulousness of being from the south. One of the things that remind me of home are crochet bedspreads.

The obvious room to use a crochet bedspread is in the following types of rooms: Romantic, Bohemian, Vintage, and Cottage. I have a very eclectic decor...matches my personality for sure. What is great about an eclectic decor is that you can have pieces from everywhere and somehow it just works.

With that said I would use the bedspread in any room including a very masculine one. Obviously in a masculine room you would not cover the entire bed. Instead fold it and place it at the bottom of the bed. Or perhaps drape over the arm of a chair. Fellas, I don't encourage laying but tell your honey (if she asks why do you have such a feminie piece) that it reminds you of you mother or grandmother. Instant awe he's so sweet factor.

Are you ready to add a crochet bedspread to your linen wishlist? I know I am.


This picture is clickable and from robinseggbleunest etsy shop

Magazine Inspiration

OMG! I have been looking through alot of magazine lately and have gotten some inspiration. I have a few ideas that will make itk into this blog really soon. The magazines have given me the boost I needed to give this blog more live. I know I have told you all much but I have to save something for the upcoming posts. So see y'all soon!