Remember back in September when I installed some shelvesand made our basement stairs into a more useable storage space? Well, it's useful for sure but it's never been aesthetically pleasing..... that and the fact that the stairs in our house seem to invite people to fall, slip and slide down them. It seemed time to do something about the slippery treads. Here is what the stair looked like after... Read more
Last year I posted my new years resolutions in March. It was a little late but I'd been thinking about them for a while. This year I'm trying to tackle them a little earlier. Let's take a step back and see how I did in getting to my goals, most of which stemmed around work life balance.Goal Number 1: Separate home and work time.I think I've done a pretty good job of this. First and foremost in... Read more
While it's one of the more popular design styles, mid century modern never tires me. However, no no matter what the design style is, if you use too many pieces the room can get boring, but not in this case...This space, from Smitten Studio, features some of the most iconic mid century modern pieces and seamlessly blends them together without being too thematic.Additionally, those clean white... Read more
Last week I was over at Postmodyrn talking about how to revamp your closet for the new year. I'm definitely in wardrobe revitalization mode right now and I wish I had a bigger closet that I could really sink my teeth into organizationally - I feel like mine is so hopeless. That said, I have all kinds of ideas on how to revamp your closet. Here is my post from last week:Well here we are a month... Read more
Anyone who has made a habit of reading Stylin' Mamma over the years knows I love me a statement necklace. Everyone talks about how handbags and shoes are fun to shop for because they never make you feel fat, and I am going to go ahead and boldly throw statement necklaces into that category. A lot of the other bloggers I read make a daily habit of wearing dainty little chains with dainty... Read more
Unless you've been in a cave, I'm sure you've seen everyone's latest obsession... the pineapple. It can be found everywhere, from fashion to wine stoppers.Believe it or not, there are some stylish pieces out there and it doesn't all look like it belongs in the tropics... Check it out. 1. Art Print via Minted 2. Sweatshirt via Blackfive 3. Planter via Poketo 4. Bottle Stopper via William & Sonoma 5... Read more
With an 8 month old and a 3 year old and all their accompanying toys and gear, our house is starting to feel a little cramped. Add a hardware business, employee, and part-time nanny to the mix and it is really starting to feel like we are all on top of each other. Our house is arranged as follows: On the main floor, we have our living, dining, kitchen and powder rooms. Upstairs are three bedrooms... Read more
Every once in a while I come across a room that makes me not hate "beige". The amount of black details and graphic patterns in this space balance out the otherwise boring nature of a beige living room.DESIGN BLUEPRINTArtprint (left) via Minted Artprint (right) via Minted Floor Lamp via Henredon & Schoener Sofa via Pottery Barn Ottoman via World Market Faux Fur via Ikea Accent Pillow (left) via Lulu &... Read more
In honor of the presenters with the least chemistry at the recent Golden Globe Awards, who will soon star in a much anticipated film based on the popular book... I bring you Shades of Grey, for the home.1. Floor Lamp via West Elm 2. Candle Holder via Areaware 3. Dinnerware via Habitat 4. Ruffle Pillow via Aura Home 5. Zebra Pillow via Bloomingdale's 6. Barstool via Habitat 7. Wingback Chair via Schoolh... Read more
OK guys - I'm almost done showing you bathroom concept boards. Are you tired of them yet?So far you've seen the Urban Farmhouse kitchen, master bath, kids' bath, and guest bath. Now on to the powder room. This is a more public room used by both the residents and guests, so I figured we could go for more impact and something funky in here.Option 1 injects a dose of fun with a whimsical but moody... Read more
As we enter a new year, I thought we would take a look at this beautifully designed foyer. This entryway from House Beautiful is a pretty balance between modern and country style living. It's clean and uncluttered, but the materials and textures lend a rustic vibe. Want this look...? DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Mirror via World Market Sconces via Neenas Table Lamp via Lamps Plus Wire Basket via Lightly Drop... Read more
Happy Holidays Everyone! I hope you had a nice Christmas and have something fun (and not too anti-climactic) planned for new years.I've now shown you the kitchen, master bath and kids' bath for the Urban Farmhouse project. Now on to the guest bath. We didn't want to spend a ton in here but we wanted to keep that modern rustic feel and also fit as much as we could into the small space.Option 1... Read more