HELLO LOVELY: ABSTRACT PAINTINGS

HELLO LOVELY ABSTRACT PAINTINGS

If you follow me on Instagram, then you’ll know that I’ve been trying to make a couple of abstract paintings for our living room. I’ve been having a hard time, and keep starting over because I don’t like how they turn out. The problem I have with painting something myself is that I know I … Read more

HELLO SHOPPING: H&M HOME

H&M Home store photo from Ideal Home

H&M Home store photo from Ideal Home Unless you’ve been asleep for the last 20 years or so, you’ve definitely heard of H&M. Their low-priced clothing and accessories have been a staple in many people’s wardrobes for the last few decades – as the second largest clothing retailer in the world, it has stores in 62 countries. You’ve probably been … Read more

HELLO LOVELY: FRENCH SEAM DETAILS

FRENCH SEAM DETAILS

A while back I found myself obsessed with French seam mattress cushions. A bit weird of a thing to be obsessed with, but I loved their look. The French seam adds a lovely detail to ordinary fabrics that is subtle but just makes the item look more tailored. A bit fancy… how French? So as I’ve … Read more

HELLO INSPIRATION: FIREPLACES + ACCESSORIES

FIREPLACES + ACCESSORIES

Gorgeous aged brick fireplace from Jacquelyn Clark This past Christmas… the tree was decorated in the corner, glowing houses were on the credenza, and we had constant Christmas music and warm drinks on hand. But still, something didn’t feel right. It wasn’t quite cosy enough for Christmas, and I think I have put my finger on it. No, … Read more

THE CASE FOR FLOCKED CHRISTMAS TREES

Elegant Crystal, Gold and White Christmas Tree Decor

amazing tall flocked Christmas tree via Pinterest Richard and I have similar tastes in lots of areas, but we don’t agree on everything. Recently, we had a hard time agreeing on what kind of Christmas tree to buy. One thing that I have always loved is a flocked Christmas tree! I’m not talking about those all-white needle ones without … Read more

INSPIRATION: RUGS IN THE KITCHEN

bright vintage rug in a white kitchen via Jacquelyn Clark While the kitchen progress is ticking along slowly, I can’t help but look ahead and think about accessories. All the white cabinets and pale walls have me craving warmth and texture. I’m thinking of a funky wood clock, a patterned faux Roman blind, and a vintage rug! Okay, … Read more

BLACK TILE BATHROOM FLOOR

BLACK TILE BATHROOM FLOOR

While discussing painting the tile in our bathroom, I mentioned to Richard that I thought it would look great to paint the floor black. I have seen black tile lots of times, and always think it looks dramatic, and yet somehow classic. Seeing as how our flat is Victorian, and they were fans of black and white … Read more

LOVING LATELY: BLACK KITCHEN ACCENTS

black marble sink via Savvy Home Blog With the Easter holidays approaching (we’re both getting some time off together – yay!) we’ve started thinking about updating the kitchen. It’s been a project we have long discussed but haven’t had the time to accomplish. I’ll write a full post soon, with before photos and plans, I promise! … Read more

LOVING LATELY: BURLED WOOD

Burled wood frames | Hello Victoria burled wood frame via A few years back, in my first apartment, I made a large gallery wall using IKEA RIBBA black frames and black and white photos. It was modern and striking – which suited my industrial-loft-style apartment. In my last place, I switched to all-white frames with colorful photographs and artwork. … Read more