Worth Stealing: Wood Slab Tables

 

Today I have a heavy heart as we lost my grandpa last night. Actually, we called him Opa. He would have been 96 today. He was a loving, stubborn German that will be missed by many, but I know he is in a great place now. It is today we also wait the arrival of my niece.

But this is my happy place and I hope yours as well, so I'm bringing you one of my favorite things. Oh, how I love me some wood slab tables. They combine my love for natural elements with a mid-century design. I think they are simply beautiful and toughen up the pops of pink I tend to bring into my home. The organic shape and hairpin legs are two of my favorite things and combined, make one amazing piece of furniture.

Can you believe the last photo above is actually a DIY? Leave it to Blair to wow us with savvy skills. You can find the full tutorial here, and she gives a great resource for buying slabs of wood online. I don't have any more room in my tiny studio apartment for another table, but you can bet I'll make room in my next place.

p.s. My girl Emily was featured on Houzz the other day showing us how to hang a gallery wall using a clever tip so be sure to check it out!

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Worth Stealing: Green Kitchen

What a weekend. It was the much anticipated in-state rivalry football game on Saturday which is always a blast. Tailgating, friends, and flippy cup. Sunday was a delicious brunch with family and an hour nap followed by take out pizza. Needless to say, I'm ready to start my busy week and get back on my daily grind. How was everyone's weekend?

Have you noticed the green kitchen trend? Last week Cameron Diaz's home by Kelly Wearstler was featured in Elle Decor along with her green kitchen. They are a huge hit and have been popping up everywhere lately. I love the green accent and marble counters in the first photo. Not too overpowering but still has major interest in an otherwise all-white kitchen. I'm not sure how I'd feel about living in an all-green kitchen for a few years, but Bailey said they've had theirs for a year now and still love it. What a trendsetter. Would you try green in your kitchen? Do you prefer the dark emerald or bright green shade?

Cameron Diaz

Bailey McCarthy

Worth Stealing: Pom Poms

How was your week? With only a few short weeks left before school starts I have a laundry list of things to get done before classes begin. Some exciting DIY projects and some not so exciting things like update my resume and unpack. 

Lately pom poms have been popping up everywhere on the web. From pillows to bags they are a cute and festive touch. Sort of a cool Southwestern feel. Can't help but want to pick up every piece. 

Charmed Pouch

Top-Knot Pom Pom

My hair isn't quite long enough for a top-knot just yet but for those of you that are blessed in the hair department, go grab yourself a top-knot pom pom! 

Ikat Pom Pom Pillow

Want to make your own pom poms? DesignLoveFest has a great tutorial for pom pom ornaments! Not to bring up the holidays or anything (But really, they're only 4 months away. Yikes), but what a creative way to decorate your tree this year. They seriously take only 5 minutes to make. I'm thinking about making myself a pom pom garland to hang above my desk for kicks. What do you think?

Happy Friday!