So my Evie girl's first birthday party is next weekend and we don't even have a dining table in our kitchen! I decided to finally decide on and order a dining table and chairs.

With the pressure on, I looked at some looks I'm loving right now for inspiration and finally made some decisions! Annnd, of course the table I ordered won't be here in time for the party... But I really love the one I found and it got stuck on it! Does that ever happen to anyone else? Besides, I didn't want to just settle on one with quick shipping, but not really love it.

My inspiration images are below. Even with being a designer, I used these images to help myself figure out what I was being drawn to. Our dining space is white with a light floor, but these images helped me settle on wanting to pair a light wood table with black chairs because I'm a huge fan of the contrast.

c/o Light and Dwell

c/o Studio McGee

Here are the pieces together that I ordered.

I also included my #1 go-to for curtains and a curtain rod. I love these curtains in white and they are such a nice material for a very low price because curtain panels can get SO expensive. If you have 8'-0" ceilings, go with the 96" and hang them so that they just hit the floor.

I've used the curtain rod I linked in both black and brass. It's simple and modern, and perfect. You could also pair with clip rings if you have the height.

I'll be sure to share an image when everything comes in!

Click any image below to shop.

I swear it's something about being pregnant that is making me so anxious to get into the holiday spirit! I'm ashamed to say I've already watched a few too many Hallmark Christmas movies. Hearth & Hand for Target just released new pieces for the upcoming holidays so I am sharing some of my favorites.

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one: Such a classic, neutral plaid stocking, but I love the red pom poms.
two: Switch your wall artwork out with this piece for the season or layer on a shelf.
three: I love the smell of a wood burning fireplace and real Christmas tree, but just in case you can't have the real thing.
four: Obsessed with wood bead garland!
five: These are so classic!
six: Greenery with a pop of red for holiday cheer.
seven: Throw some greenery into this vase for a cozy, winter arrangement.
eight: Must have for snuggling on the couch watching Christmas movies.
nine: A traditional eucalyptus wreath that would be perfect on your front door or on an empty wall in your house.
ten: Neutral enough to go with any theme you might have, and I love the dainty pattern.

I hope these pieces start to get you in the holiday spirit and inspire your shopping. Let me know what Hearth & Home pieces you are adding to your holiday decor this year!

- Dani

Between working on the new house and preparing to move out of our apartment, I sure am having a hard time justifying decorating for Christmas this year. So instead I put together a few things I'm loving from this year's Christmas collections. Click the links below to go right to the item. Next Christmas, be ready. I'm going all out. Enjoy!

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A couple of weeks ago I got a lucky streak and won a drawing for an Eames stool! My husband immediately had what he thought was a great idea of putting it up for sale. Of course that is not happening! Clearly someone didn't attend art and design school and can't appreciate owning a true Eames design!



Inspired by my new Eames stool, I pulled together a collection of mid century modern inspired (A.K.A. affordable) pieces to reflect classic mid century modern design in your home.

Summer is all about creating a bright, easy-going space. Adding a few small, key pieces is an easy way to achieve a relaxing vibe for summer and is great for a small budget. I pulled together three simple trends to look for when adding some accessories to your space this season.


1. Botanicals immediately bring a space to life (quite literally if you have a green thumb and decide to avoid the faux route) and add a casual, tropical vibe.

2. Geometric objects are perfect because they are visually light, yet add interest to a room.

3. Marble accessories give the same clean, simple look of real marble, but at a much more affordable price point.

Where to look for these budget-friendly pieces:
Target
Wayfair
H&M
Overstock
Cb2
West Elm
Society 6