Custom Upholstered Children's Chair

I saw this adorable upholstered chair recently on Jennifer's blog (The Chronicles of Home) and instantly fell in love.  The fabric is so cool and the nailhead trim puts it over the top. But when I realized it's a children's chair, I thought how genius!  What a perfect, special addition to any room and that it's handmade by a mother is even better.  It's a piece I'm sure that will be cherished for many years.

Now Jennifer is making these chairs available for sale in a variety of different fabrics or you can choose your own fabric.  So cool!

What fabric or color would you choose?  

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a happy life

via Emily McCarthy

Still working on those 2013 goals.  How are yours coming??

A Favorite (Smaller) Living Room

I can't get this living room out of my mind.  It's a beautiful mix of masculine and feminine, a neutral color palette with great texture and personality.  The gallery wall is interesting and, if you can pull off a white sofa, go for it!  I've got a little toddler eating and getting grubby on the couch so it's probably not happening here- although I have a friend who loves her white slipcovered sofas even with her own two little kids.  

I'm also crazy over the black-rimmed windows devoid of drapes- such great light.  And that convex mirror!  The tiniest hint of blush pink in the pillow, vase and book adds a girlie touch too. 

This living room was designed and styled by Crystal Gentilello.  You can go here to see more of her work.

I felt this room showcases how stylishly you can live in a smaller space.  It seems that the ceilings are rather tall, which definitely opens up the room.  

So tell me, are you living large or rockin' a smaller space?  

If you follow me on Instagram (@honeywerehome), you saw me browsing Domino's issue dedicated to small spaces.  It's full of pictures and practical storage solutions.

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Weekend Fun

Hi all!  I swear the weekends go by way too fast!  I didn't get too much done at home since we spent half the weekend celebrating my niece's 4th birthday.  It's so fun to get the kids together and watch them make memories.  I took a bunch of pics and got some good ones of James. 

He sure had fun on the bouncy slide!

I can't get enough of this little guy.  People are finally starting to say he resembles me.  I think so, in the eyes especially.  But really, it's his delightful spirit that I recognize.  He's such a loving, happy little boy.  

On the road, I had lots of time to play on Pinterest and I was pinning away.  I've got tons of ideas for the future and am ready to tackle a few new decor projects soon!  And this pin caught my eye . . .

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Ever need to hear that?!

Have a great week friends! Let's make it AMAZING!



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Z Gallerie Jett Desk

I get a lot of questions about the Z Gallerie Jett Desk in my office.  Yes, I love it and would definitely purchase it again.  It's sleek and clean looking and has a large surface area (57W x 30D x 32H).

One minor inconvenience is the bar on the shelf underneath.  I have hit my knees on it occasionally, and, I like to put my bare feet up there, but the sharp edges aren't very comfy.



I found an inexpensive, quick solution by putting a piece of pipe insulation over it.  So much better!

The bar/shelf can be used to store magazines or books like below.

via Lonny

If you want to see more images of similar desks, check out my Office Pinterest board. 

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Autism Awareness Month at Stella & Dot

It's great to see companies that give back in charitable ways to our community.  For the month of April, Stella & Dot will give 20% of retail sales from the Autism Awareness Collection to the HollyRod Foundation.

My favorite from the collection is the Spirit bracelet, which retails for $29.  It's beautiful in person too.   You can order it here.

My friend Emily (Decor Chick) is hosting an online trunk show too, so you can also shop via her link HERE.  My son and I were lucky enough to get to have a play date at Emily's house recently and my son is STILL talking about "cousin Emma!" ha! :) Her house is even more gorgeous in person! 

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Happy Easter

Hi all!  Hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend!  We kept it low key, just staying around the house.    Hunting eggs this year was really fun, do the images below look familiar?? :)

Inside, I added some Springy branches 

and gorgeous purple tulips. 

I hope your week is off to a great start!