How I picture It

I was going through old drafts for my blog and came across this little gem. I'm not really sure why it took my over a year to post. Oh wait. It probably has something to do with the whole, having a baby thing. I kind of fell off the face of the Earth for a while. Anywho. Here it is for your amusement.

My house is a constant work-in-progress. (As is everyone's) I've been working on ideas for my front entry for quite some time now and here are my inspiration photos with a narrative of what I drew me in from each one.

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The black door is what really draws my eye to this one. It pops against the crisp white entry and looks classic. 

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 I love this DIY table. I've been oogling it for decades! Kay. Maybe not THAT long, but you catch my drift. It is modern but inexpensive! Win Win!

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Under said table, I would really like a bench. It would serve 2 purposes. 1. It would be an obvious way to add some interest. Obviously this one is simple in design, but it would be easy enough to get one with a pattern. 2. It's an entry. People typically take off and put on shoes in an entry. A bench would provide a convenient place to do so. 

 Other than the obvious gorgeousness of this entry, I love the garden stools flanking the table. Other than decoration, I'm certain they serve little purpose. Nonetheless, I want my blue one in my entry.

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 I love a good wainscoting! I mean, who doesn't?! This picture frame molding is perfection. From the tall base, to the chunky chair rail. This is my top choice for my entry wall.  

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This 2 tier board and batten is a really close 2nd. It still has the tall base and chunky chair rail. I also love the picture rail at the top and the added dimension with the row of square molding above the rail. Decisions. Desicions.

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Of course a couple of these bad boys for extra lighting. 

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Everyone needs an over-sized Gold framed mirror in their entry. Including me!

Here are a few beautiful entries, merely for your oogling.

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S’il vous plait venez en

Your entry is the first thing that people see when they come to your home. Sometimes it’s likely the ONLY thing they’ll see. It has to make an impression and set the tone for the rest of your home. I’ve found some bloggers/designers that have succeeded at setting that fabulous first impression. See for yourself.

Amanda Carol at Home via Pinterest

Mandi Goubler from Vintage Revivals

Sarah Richardson’s Farmhouse (FYI she is one of my favorite designers. I LOVE her style)

Michelle from AM Dolce Vita

Joel and Mckenzie’s Loft via Apartment Therapy

Milk and Honey Home via Young House Love

Traditional Home

Suzanne Dimma’s Home via Shelter Interior Design

My personal favorite is Kelly’s foyer from Eclectically Vintage

I love the juxtaposition of the rustic cowhide paired with the sleekness of the gold cart and green glass. It’s very clean but definitely lets you know that this home and it’s owners have some personality.

Hope you were inspired as much as I was. Now go and create the first impression for your home!

I about DIED!

Any of you that have NOT read Mandi's blog Vintage Revivals, is seriously missing out! She is just about as fabulous as they come. Her home is fabulous beyond words, she's been on the Nate Berkus Show TWICE and is a thrift store crazed hoarding junkie just like I want to be. I mean that in the best way possible. On my last visit to her blog she revealed her Entry with the most Ah-Mazing ceiling EVER! Check it out. . .

Didjya catch a peek at that ceiling!?!

A herringbone ceiling! ARE you KIDDING me!?!

 And THAT bike mural!  Nough said.

 Ah sweet lovelyness. 

I have found my next project. My main bath received a mini makeover, but need something "else" to finish the look. Aside from new tub surround tiles and shower curtain. This is JUST the jujj it needs. I CAN'T wait to do this. The Hubs WILL be horrified by the thought of this, so he will not be privy to the idea before it's completed. Am I the only one who has this issue? I hope not.