Home Sweet Home

One of my guilty pleasures pretty much involves anything that has to do with the home. From real estate, furniture shopping, and remodeling to fabric and color palettes, paint colors, and house floor plans (as a child, I would sketch these out on road trips for entertainment!). Watching HGTV is my way of decompressing after a long day.

I have forever been thinking through our bonusroom and how to make it a more practical, livable yet also pretty space for our family. I love the space of the room, but very much dislike the constant surrounding of  toys and "junk." I love this room mainly because it is what keeps all of this stuff out of our DEN,

and LIVING ROOM,

and it helps keep the rest of our home somewhat serene-like.

Here is another reason I am working on this room ...

 

Karen Larkin on Etsy

I found the most awesome Etsy shop! For some time, I have been collecting samples of fabrics to go with my blah chocolate sleeper, khaki walls, white wainscoting, and extra large wall of windows. So far, this room has gotten the least of my decorating attention, and it just does not fit my taste and personality. But, as I've said, it is used mostly as a playroom for now, so it certainly has not been a decorating priority for me.

Until ......

I found this outstanding shop!! I love just about every single fabric she has! This is just the fun and fresh look I want for our bonusroom. I love all the new ikat, chevron, and lattice patterns that are big right now.

My thoughts are to have pillows and drapes made in coordinating fabrics to go with my chocolate sofa. And then find another fabric to recover my loveseat in.

I would love to hear your thoughts!!

Do you have a favorite?

They are all so fresh ... how do I decide?!

Also, have you ever painted over wallpaper??

As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord

Joshua 24:15

Time With God = Growth in Attitudes & Thoughts

First of all, I am beyond humbled by Liz's post. God's perfect timing is truly amazing and I am so thankful that He is at work in each of our lives. His grace and love shine through in so many ways and it shows all around us. And as her post reads, it is yet another reminder that as we spend time in God's word and ask Him for His help, we can see growth in our attitudes and thoughts.

As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.

Isaiah 55:9



Liz over at Crafty Mama Blog is a beautiful Mom, wife, friend, and Godly woman that has decided to share her incredible talents with the rest of us! She, like us all, is juggling and balancing life along with the time, energy, and courage it takes to open her own etsy store. She has recently launched a new line of products for adults that are similar to her adorable children's products. You have GOT to check it out and support and encourage her in this new venture! http://www.elizabethcarrington.etsy.com/

Also, I am continuing with a new Bible verse poll. I really would love for you to do this with me. We all get busy and this is a simple way to open our Bibles and learn just a little more about God. Hopefully you will be encouraged at a time you are struggling and can find hope during an overwhelming time. It is my hope that you will open your Bible along with me, and learn just one more thing about God's amazing love for us. I struggle with this, with opening my Bible each day, but I know that spending time in His word is what we are supposed to do. It is expected of us. So I am starting at a simple level, soaking in every word I can, as I have realized how much I do NOT know and how much left there is for me to learn. Looking up just a few verses each week is the very least I should do. I am learning so much by just opening my Bible. I would love for you to take this simple challenge with me. Now take a much-needed minute, open your Bible, find these verses and VOTE!

GIVEAWAY TIME ... In Honor of my Loyal Readers!

I am SO excited about this awesome GIVEAWAY!!! You are in for a real treat! Mary from LittleHouseMonograms has very graciously offered you:

Your Choice of ONE PERSONALIZED CANVAS!

These beautiful art canvases are perfect in so many ways …

an elegant look for a bedroom nook or living room sitting on a wooden easel on a table top,

a perfect addition to your child’s room, nursery, or playroom,

fun to personalize a boring dorm room,

nice wedding or shower gift, 

generous housewarming gift … the uses are endless!

And how cute are they?! The problem is deciding which one to choose, and whether to keep it for yourself or give it for a gift!

These canvases look great hanging on the wall or can be displayed on a wooden easel. Depending on which room and which look you are going for, they can be done very elegantly or more on the cutesy side, which allows you much versatility in getting exactly what you want!

Mary’s work is very quality work. She was always taught never to cut corners just to get something finished. Her lovely Mom instilled in her to, “Take your time and do it right the first time!” These monogrammed designs are made with artist canvas covered in high quality card stock. Everything is cut by hand and each design is original. Canvases are available in both 12"x12" and 10"x10" and are finished on all sides so no frame is needed and then sprayed with a sealer to protect it from dust and little fingers. Back has hardware for easy hanging.

TO ENTER this incredible giveaway, all you have to do is:
      Go to her ETSY SHOP HERE and “Favorite” her shop when you check out all of her amazing products. Then leave me a comment saying that you did so and which your favorite design/color is = 1 entry.


TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING:
(Make sure to leave separate comments for each entry)

Mention & link my giveaway on your blog = 5 entries
(For example, leave 5 separate comments under this post stating you mentioned it)

Mention my giveaway on your Facebook Wall = 5 entries

Include my blog link under your Blog List = 5 entries

Become a Follower = 2 entries
(If you already are a Follower, you may still enter. I am loyal to my readers!!!)

Add my blog to your Computer Favorites = 2 entries

Make a purchase with Mary from LittleHouseMonograms = 5 entries

This giveaway will end Monday night, Sept 13 at 11:59pm and I will announce the winner Tuesday. Winner will be chosen by random selection at Random.org.

As always, thank you for your faithfulness and continued support. And a BIG thank you to Mary from Little House Monograms on etsy for sponsoring this great giveaway!!! Check our her adorable shop!