This little dragon hook is actually the spout of an antique Japanese tea pot …a set from the 20’s which was my moms and unfortunately broke in the 1994 earthquake or maybe it was during a move? She keeps everything so when unwrapping it a while ago to reminisce, I grabbed the dragon to be …
My {OLD} Home Office & Dressing Room
* Welcome to my OLD home office where the …love Maegan magic happens ** Find my New Home Office Posts Here You’ve seen bits and pieces of it …you saw the decor details, you were there when I completely renovated my tall ikea dressers & DIY’d the black tassels to my silk curtains, when I …
* Friday I’m In Love *
It seems that I share more personal things about my life, including silly photos of my dogs & daily pleasures, on Instagram & Twitter and less and less here. And since not everyone has Twitter or Instagram accounts or even follows me on Facebook, I thought I’d share a few new things I’m in love …
A Few New Things Around the House // Old House
Just a few new things around the house that I’m loving. My Suck UK 1 Gun Ceramic Wall Vase has become a current obsession …mainly trying to keep a fresh flower in. Though I don’t really mind the wilted garden rose that you see in it now. It’s almost like the gun killed it, lol, …
Take Your Curtains from Drab to Fab & my Ikea dressers makeover
The other night as I was trying to fall asleep, I caught the beginning of Sex and the City 2 for the 10th time and was inspired by Carrie’s tassel fringe trimmed curtains . . . . . . so while at JoAnn’s the other day I picked up some black tassel fringe trim thinking …
My Office + Dressing Room : Elements & Details
That chest of drawers you see above used to be standard Ikea birch until about 2 weekends ago when I refinished them {there are 2!} and added those hilariously fabulous little lion’s head pullsto complete the transformation. Now …I’m in love. Did I think my office/closet/dressing room makeover was going to take THIS long to …
Project Office Makeover : Before Photos
* LeRoy sitting on all the Ikea Expedit desk boxes * At the end of January 2010, when we moved into our new house, I was most inspired to decorate my office/closet/dressing room …as it happens to be the room I spend the most time in. A little over a year later, I am finally …
I feel a million dollars when you’re just in my hand
What I’m Wearing* Zara flared trousers {the word trousers makes me giggle} …thrifted …seen here* Vintage white blouse with black squared polka dots … red sash from this blouse tied as a bow …seen here worn in my hair* Vintage leopard printed calf-hair belt* Aldo leopard printed calf-hair clutch* Nicole Miller rhinestone earrings from GILT* …
Peter Karpf Mod Molded Plywood "Oto" Chair
Last week while packing up the gallery the boss ever-so-graciously offered me this mod molded plywood chair that he didn’t have a space for any longer. I asked my coworkers & drollgirl if they were interested and they assured me they were not. So, being the great scavenger that I am, I was giddy with …
Nail Polish Storage: Chanel, OPI, Essie, Zoya, Butter, RGB
If the opportunity presents itself, meaning: if I have enough other cabinet space in the bathroom to permit it, which I just so happen to have at the moment, I love storing my nail polishes {& nail tools} in the medicine cabinet above the sink. Here’s why: It all stays in one place. It helps …
The Iconic Cow’s Skull
Never in one million years did I ever think that I would find myself living in a home decorated with a cow’s skull hanging on the wall. This is yet another item that falls under the “never say never” category. I suppose it wasn’t until recently when it separated itself from the “Southwestern” or “Santa …
Greenery in the Master Bedroom
photos via my iPhone …at night                Just a few sprigs of new plant life in our master bedroom adding to the tropical feel. The last time I photographed & posted it, I used bright red flowers as a contrast but I really love the simplicity of the large leaves and palms. The first time …
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Rock n’ Roll Video Game Room …for adults
I’ve finally finished our Rock n’ Roll Video Game Room and I just love it. The catalyst {besides our upcoming Halloween party} was the hanging of the Union Jack Flag print {from Z Gallerie} last week on the wall where originally stood only two golden stumps. …and a bunch of fake plastic instruments {that you …
My Fireplace Progress: Mantel & Sitting Area
My first thought for decor above the fireplace/mantel was a large starburst mirror. I wanted something with a vintage feel and a bit different from the norm and finally found the overlapping circles mirror and thought it would be perfect. But when I returned home and held it up, I realized a mirror would be …
Project: Backyard – Patio & Pool …continued
Since my last patio/outdoor living space post I’ve added a few new details: decorative throw pillows, a faux leather ottoman, a leafy plant in a blue pot, bbq {unseen} & an umbrella for shade. This is a view from the pool side and while I’m not a huge fan of the chain link fence, it …