{6 Inspirational Things To Do This Week} + My Week in Review

This week I'll be starting a new series every Sunday which features some inspirational things you can do for that week. Some ideas will be related to home decor but most will have something to do with nature, weather and beauty that's at our fingertips {and beyond!}

What I was up to this week:

A June picnic in the park.

Headboards are the bed's crown.

Get the look: an at home summer safari.

Magical inspiration ~ out to sea with the mermaids.

Sizzlin' summer patio ideas.

Colour inspiration ~ crazy about copper. 

Image source ~ Vogue Living Australia. 2006.

{Sunday Inspiration} + My Week in Review

For this week's lazy Sunday inspiration, I turn once again to the lovely Vogue Living. What I enjoyed about this space was its simplicity. There isn't much in the room but everything that's present makes a bold statement. The ornate mirror hanging above the fireplace and the beautifully detailed cabinet in the corner are busy enough that no other pictures, paintings or art need to be displayed on the walls. I love the use of the many coloured chairs because it adds personality and an element of playfulness to the otherwise somewhat detached space. Which chair would you pick to sit in? I'm a fan of grey, even if it's given a bad name sometimes for being cold and unfeeling, and in this case, it really makes the colour of the chairs pop. What's your favourite thing about this space? Happy Sunday!

What I was up to this week:

10 market picks that scream May.

3 pendant lights I'm currently loving.

Inspiring spaces ~ should location matter?

Illustrative & fun fabrics with a historical twist.

Market pics inspired by rain, ocean & coastal life.

Summer patio style ~ bright & cheerful Marni chairs.

Also, did you read my post on Blog Podium yet?

Image source ~ Vogue Living

{Sunday Inspiration} + My Week in Review

Image via Vogue Living Australia

Inspiration boards. Mood boards. They're the best friend to any creative person. The avenues are limitless (as is your creativity!) According to the Law of Attraction, daily visualization and affirmations help to achieve the things in life that you want or desire. I like the idea of inspiration and mood boards being like little keys to fulfilling your dreams. What are your experiences with inspiration boards? What do you fill your boards with? 

What I was up to this week:

Adding geometric shapes to your designs.

Chalkboard China had me feeling like a kid again.

Rug Wars! Take your pick between these 3 beautiful rugs.

The kitchen nook ~ 4 different looks.

5 things I'm currently lovin' from happiness guru Mr. Jonathan Adler.

6 quick & simple ways to prepare your space for spring.

{Sunday Inspiration} + My Week in Review

 Photography by Mikkel Vang for Vogue Living Australia Magazine

This Sunday it's all about your basic black-and-white inspiration. There's something effortless and edgy about the space above. Even though there isn't much colour present, the space still looks very calming and inviting. The natural lighting is showcased beautifully while the hint of colour, wood furnishings, and personal accessories add a touch of heart and warmth. When I first gazed upon these images, I thought of someone named Paul: a serious writer who lives in black-and-white. Paul isn't afraid of colour. He's just a bit methodical on how he does it - a splash of it here and a dash of it there. His home is filled with personal things: a typewriter on the dining table, a trophy on the nightstand and inspirational photos hanging on the walls. What is your favourite thing about this space?

What I was up to this week:

A pendant lamp that allows you to display your favourite things.

The perfect D.I.Y. project for Father's Day ~ how to create a saw-blade clock.

Photography by Diane Tuft {my new favourite!}

Handmade crystal rock accessories by McCoy Designs.

Market finds from the ThomasPaul collection.

Inspirational Homes ~ An old factory turned into a Texas treasure.