Upholstered Headboards and the Need for Sleep

Remember that day last week when I was totally bragging about how productive I was? Yeah, that happened once...and it's not looking too promising for it to happen again. Baby Salem is such a good sleeper. She only wakes up 2-3 times per night (one of those times being 6:00 a.m., which is clearly not nighttime, but it still feels like it to me at this point). My problem is that I wake up and can't go back to sleep. Anyone else have that issue? This may be the reason that I only have one thing on the brain today: beds. These are amazing, but who am I kidding? At this point, I'd settle for a blanket on the floor!

image from Muse Interiors 

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Best. Chairs. Ever.

Ok, I can't really prove that these are, in fact, THE best chairs, but, let's be honest...They. Are. A-mazing. Obviously I love a little nailhead trim detail, because, really, we all need a little bit of that in our lives, right? Which one is your fave? I don't like to discriminate, so I would gladly take all three. Actually, make that two of each.

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Round & Around We Go | Round Dining Tables

I don't know that I would ever buy a round table only because they don't seem to fit as many people as a rectangular table. Yes, I have a practical side. It's very small, but it still exists. (Plus, I have big dreams of big dinner parties--remember the whole upholstered seating situation, the one with my RH table and pizza?) BUT, practical or not, I love them. Something about them is so glamorous and chic. In fact, I think I just talked myself into a round table--maybe in the basement as a game table. Perfect. See how practical I am? 

image from Bruno Frisoni via Vogue

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Save the Drama for THIS Mama: Tall Headboards

I love a little drama in the bedroom.  And size, yes, size does matter, especially in the bedroom. I say the bigger, the better. It's all about the headboard, people...ALL about the headboard. (You knew that's where I was going with that, right? Of course you did. I only talk about the most important topics on this blog.) I love these headboards, and the height is just right, not too tall. They are all absolutely gorgeous. In fact, if you are looking to surprise me, I would be happy with any of these three. Just here to help.

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[color kreyv]: Indigo

Do you remember Rainbow Brite and all of her friends? Do you remember Indigo? I always thought she was the prettiest one. I loved the color of her hair and skin, and especially the color of her clothes. And, let's be honest, these pictures with indigo are not too shabby, either. But back to memory lane...

I had every single Rainbow Brite doll (Rainbow Brite, Red Butler, Lala Orange, Canary Yellow, Patty O'Green, Buddy Blue, Shy Violet, and Indigo). And her horse. And her house. They were in perfect condition, just like all of the rest of my toys. It's true. I have had OCD since I was little. I had lots of toys, all in perfect condition, and I always had the complete set. When I was too old for all of my toys, I boxed them up and stored them for years...until I had the bright idea of selling them at a yard sale to earn money for my cheerleading uniforms. 

I'm sure my mom would have just paid for my uniforms, and she would have loved to pay for my uniforms rather than see me sell my toys. But I wanted to earn the money myself, blah, blah, blah...dumb teenager trying to earn money when I had parents to pay for everything. What was I thinking?! Anyway, I'm sure whomever bought my toys laughed out loud when they got to their car with my perfect toys that they practically got for free. And, if by some chance that person reads this blog, you're welcome. And, to my mom: I'm sorry to bring this up again. I know it makes you cringe just thinking about it.

image from Nina Jizhar of Swanky Swell via Decor Pad

image from Jean Allsop via Decor Pad

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Timeless Trends

I must say that I've missed seeing Nate's beautiful, smiling face every day on The Nate Show. How dare he take the summer off. I'll forgive him. After all, Nate can do no wrong in my eyes. I do hope, however, that when the new season starts again, the shows are more centered around design than they were last season. I'll have to talk to Nate about that next time we go to lunch. Anything else you'd like me to tell him?

On a past episode, Nate had Michelle Adams from Lonny Mag as his guest. She highlighted three timeless trends. Here they are (by the way, I think I need monogrammed soap):

(1) Animal Print Accessories

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(2) Nailhead Trim

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image from Pottery Barn

(3) Monogrammed Home Accessories

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[kreyv of the day]

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Nailhead Trim

I LOVE nailhead trim. Yesterday, I swear I could have hammered in every single one of those teeny, tiny nails. With. My. Forehead. Yeah. It was that kind of day.

As you know, I'm potty training, and IT IS ROUGH! Let's just say there was a lot of pee on the floor and very little in the potty. I think Stella and I were equally frustrated! I'm not giving up, though(yet).

My wonderful high school bestie, Jera called me and gave me a much needed pep talk. Then the best husband in the world came home and took over with Stella, did the dishes from the lame last minute meal that I made, and then he even gave me a foot rub without me asking. It was just what I needed to face another day of wet undies, wet floors, and lots of patience!

image from Kelly Hoppen

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