Stripes and More Stripes

Good Afternoon!

Stripes are making a statement in fashion for 2013

Source: dolcegabbana.com via Dolce & Gabbana on Pinterest

Which I am loving right now.

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I am secretly dying over this dress.  Want one so bad!

We have seen stripes before in interior designs but how about taking it up a notch?

A boldly striped rug..

Strong stripes on walls..

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or in an unusual pattern on your furniture.

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I just recently purchased this striped beach blanket at an estate sale for $5..

You can bring it into your space in numerous ways..

Would you go bold or a more subtle touch?

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Need Storage?

Good Morning!

Storage.. we all need more of it!  Especially for those of us who have kids it seems like our homes can quickly get out of control.  (cough..yep, that's me)

I am on a kick to make my home more functional and not just focus on making it beautiful.  I wish I could be like those people who don't have a lot of stuff but I do and I need to manage it all.

 If you don't have enough cabinetry or closet space .. what about open shelving?

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What do you think about open shelving?

Btw..

Last night was so beautiful.  My husband and I stayed up real late burning off some limbs he took off the trees.  Bonfire and tea..simply awesome!

One More Thing..

My friend Jessica from The Aestate is having an awesome giveaway.  Go check it out : )

Have an awesome Monday!