Got A Second? A Friend Needs Your Help!

Hi, everybody! Happy weekend!

A couple years back, I entered a design contest in the St. Louis area called "Living Space of the Year" and I won!

If you've been a reader for awhile you may recall my total shock & excitement! That win helped land our home in a feature spread at St. Louis At Home magazine as well as an 8 page spread in Decorating Shortcuts magazine, plus a double appearance on The Nate Berkus Show!

That time in our lives was such a whirlwind and I have great memories of those experiences.

Through it all, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with one of the judges of the "Living Space of  the Year," Dana King.  She was a designer in the St. Louis area and we became quick design buddies, emailing each other and keeping up with the latest in interiors.  She was/is always so thoughtful to include me on St. Louis events and share videos of our home on her vlog! She was one of my biggest supporters so I am honored to be able to support her in her latest endeavor!

She, my friends, has started a DesignHop group that is an awesome idea! It basically involves getting a group of women together for an evening and making over a room with the help of everyone's ideas, handiwork, and Pinterest-like ideas!

Dana and her team have worked tirelessly to make this DesignHop a success and now she is pitching the idea to a TV network.  How cool is that?!

She would love it if you would watch the pitch here [it's a short video--under 2 1/2 minutes!] and then leave a comment on this post or in my comments about what you think and/or advice to make it even better!

Take a look:

Don't you want to start a DesignHop group in your circle of friends now? How fun would that be?

I am sending my biggest good luck vibes and prayers to Dana and her team! Knock 'em dead, ladies!

xoxo

A Little Babbling + Antique Store Fun

First, I just want to say that I had a blast at the Phillips Furniture Design Event last night! A big thanks goes out to my friend, Dana, who included me! Everyone from the employees to the guests were so pleasant, I got to talk design and decorating with tons of fabulous people, I passed out calling cards {for reals!}, and I met the editor of the St. Louis At Home magazine. She was the epitome of high fashion and class and we gossiped about her time spent with Jonathan Adler while he was in St. Louis recently. OMG. Do you all understand how much I am loving this?

It was all so much fun and I am still pinching myself! Oh, and the best part?

Christy {we're buds now ; ) } wants to put our home in the At Home magazine soon.

Say whaaat?!?!

I just love how this story keeps getting better and better. And, I am so truly grateful. I hope that manages to comes through in my writing.

But, enough babbling, I must show you guys my favorite finds of the week! I didn't make it to the thrift store last week because of Thanksgiving, but I did make it to my favorite antique store on the weekend! I scored three lovely little purchases and they may be my favorites yet from this place.

First up I found this beyond amazing mid century gold magazine rack. And, it was 70% off! Wahoo for me!

Then I scooped up this little flower pail that I think I've spotted before and passed over, but not this time. She came home with me! : )

Finally, I scored a $10 white afghan that I'm planning on using in the guest room. I didn't snap a pic but I will soon!

Oh, and as a side-note, I went into a Stein Mart yesterday for the first time ever and they have some killer pillows. I picked up a couple and I am in LOVE. I have a feeling you guys are going to love them too. I'll try and remember to take a picture of them and blog about them soon. Mmkay?

Alrightie. I'm tuckered out. See you all on the flip side.

Have a splendid weekend, friends!

xoxo

In It To Win It!

Guys, the link is up and yours truly is finalist #1 ! The voting lasts for a little over 2 weeks and I don't know how I'm going to stay busy enough so that I stay away from the "Refresh" button!

I would more than love your support in this contest! It would absolutely make my day and put the biggest smile on my face if I could receive your votes.

Feel free to spread the word via email, twitter, your own blog, and/or facebook it...I'm not too proud to beg. ; )

You guys rock! Let's do this!

xoxo