Target Does It Again

Target has really done it again. I am more and more impressed each time step inside (and let's face it I stop by Target at least once a week).

I stumbled upon this great Tumblr and Instagram account, Target Does It Again, a few weeks ago and I've been hooked since. Jen and Laura post shots of great Target finds they spot each day. They even make sure to mention the brand and price of each item they feature. I'll admit I peek every once and a while at the clothing section of Target, but I usually immediately go straight to the home goods and skip the clothes. Once I started following this Instagram account, I have been loving what I'm seeing. So much that I had to take an impromptu trip to Target the other night and stock up on a few things.

Here are some of my favorites that I spotted:

1. Mossimo Cap Sleeve Graphic Tee, $17.99
2. Mossimo Knit Vest with Studs, $27.99
3. Mossimo Sleeveless Black Jumpsuit, $29.99
4. Merona Mali Tassel Flat, $19.9
5. Merona Floral Crossbody, $19.99
6. Mossimo Ombre Crew Neck Sweatshirt, $22.99
7. Xhileration Strapless Sweetheart Fit & Flare Dress, $24.99
8. Xhileration Challis Shorts, $17.99
9. Mossimo Patricia Fabric Cobalt Wedge, $29.99

I picked up a few pieces of clothing for Lucy and myself and also snagged these adorable mugs on clearance for $2.50 a piece.

Be sure to check out Target Does it Again on Tumblr and Instagram. You'll be hooked. It doesn't hurt that they both give me MAJOR hair envy. HAPPY FRIDAY!

Ikea Hack Part 2

Today I'm sharing another Ikea 'mini-hack' with you all. I say mini-hack because I didn't so much 'hack' the piece, but just gave it a good spray paint to change it up a little. No matter how simple, it's nice to see a fresh upgrade to some old pieces we've had around the house.

 

Everyone who shops at Ikea knows the standard Ribba style frames. I have a collection in a variety of finishes - black, white and silver. In our living room we have a small gallery wall of frames inusing the white Ribba frames, including one of the square shadow box-type frames. While I was spray painting yesterday's table, I had a sudden inspiration to add a little gold to this wall to add some pop.

Super easy. I took out the wooden shadowbox insert and simply gave it a few quick coats of my metallic gold spray paint.  

Once I put the frame back together, instant pop of color!

It's a subtle change, but one I feel definitely adds a little something to the wall of white frames. Since these photos I've also added a thin gold frame with a navy blue silhouette print to the wall to tie the gold together. Our walls will soon be getting a fresh coat of paint and I may rearrange the wall a bit when finished.

Check out some great Ikea Hacks here!

 

And don't forget about the Vintage Ring Giveaway! The giveaway runs through Friday and as an added bonus Amanda is offering 10% off any order when you use the promo code SIMPLELIFE10. Check out DelVintage and get shopping!!

Ikea Hack Part 1

I love a good Ikea hack, who doesn't? I've been an Ikea fan since I moved into our home 5 years ago, but I'll admit I'm looking for a little more out of the same pieces we've owned for a few years now. I'm currently planning out a fun Emerald Ikea hack, but in the mean time I did two "mini-hacks" this past weekend. Here is the first. 

In the beginning all my furniture consisted of dark, black-brown pieces. It wasn't until the last two years that I've finally learned to branch out with both furnutire and decorative pieces (like frames) and introduce some lighter, brighter, whiter pieces.

My first hack was this small metal Ikea table. It started out as a nightstand, but after a year or two found it's 'forever home' in our living room as a side table. Ikea no longer sells the nightstand and I still love the metal frame and curled design so I'm not ready to part with it - it simply needed a little upgrade. Of course when something needs an upgrade, what do I do? I spray paint it gold! 

The side table was easy to take apart and I decided just to upgrade the legs and keep both the table top and shelf as is. One coat of primer and two coats of gold later, we have a 'new' table. It's great how a no-cost, easy little upgrade can make such a difference.

Check back for another mini Ikea hack.

And don't forget about the Vintage Ring Giveaway! The giveaway runs through Friday and as an added bonus Amanda is offering 10% off any order when you use the promo code SIMPLELIFE10. Check out DelVintage and get shopping!!

Inspiration: The Butcher Diagram

 

Both Jordan and myself have worked a variety of aspects in the restaurant business. In fact, that is how we met and started dating almost 8 years go. Each of us worked as a host, server, bartender, and manager at some point. Jordan has since stayed in the restaurant bizz. After about a few years I learned that restaurant management was not for me and bowed out in favor of the booze industry. Still, we both consider ourselves 'foodies'. We love a good dinner and we love finding new places to eat. Our favorite styles of food include Tapas, Spanish, and Mexican cuisines. Take us to any Garces restaurant and we will be happy campers. That being said, only one of us can really cook - and it's not me.  Jordan loves to cook, and what he loves to cook the most is some sort of beef, chicken or pork. This man is no vegetarian and he often experiments with new ways of cooking. Some of his favorite cookbooks include The Cook and the Butcher, Volt Ink, and Grillhouse Gastropub at Home. 

 

I'm always mindful of Jordan's likes and tastes when I'm selecting decor for our house. I try not to get too feminine and ask his opinion on something before I do or buy it (although admittedly I may not always follow his opinion..).

 

I've been looking around Etsy a lot lately for some wall art to add to different rooms in our home and I came across a few butcher diagram prints that I think would be great to frame in our kitchen. I started digging a little deeper and founds all sorts of really cool decor pieces featuring the butcher diagram.

 

All of these items can be found on Etsy:

1. Beef Butcher Diagram Cutting Board, $40.00 

2. Etched Butcher's Diagram Cow Cuff, $50.00

3. Pig Coasters, Set of 4, $20.00

4. Salt and Pepper Shakers, $22.00

5. Chicken Diagram 8x10 Print, Set of Four Animals, $38.85

6. Small Plate Steer Butcher Diagram, $15.00

7. Bacon Etched Whiskey Glass, $15.00

8. Butcher's Diagram Pig Necklace, $32.00

9. Butcher's Cut Pork Framed Print, $92.50 

10. Butcher's Diagram of a Cow Flour Sack Towel, $14.00 

11. Butcher's Pig Diagram Note Card, $4.00

 

I'm tempted to buy the cutting board to use as a serving piece when we have friends over. I'm also loving the salt and peppar shakers and whiskey glass.

 

What are your thoughts on the butcher diagram as decor?

Inspired by Color: Emerald

I recently stumbled across pictures of this dresser on Pinterest and fell in love with the combination of emerald green, gold and black with a splash of pink.

 

I've been itching to add some emerald into our home since I learned it was the Pantone Color of 2013. These photos have finally given me the motivation I needed to go out and buy some paint last week. I have a plan to fix up one of our already owned pieces, but you will have to wait to see which one.

 

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