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v & v turns 1!
6 Oct
One year ago today I started this blog! When I think about it, I can’t help but reminisce about how things were last year at this time: we’d just moved to Texas and I was just getting settled in. I didn’t have a job yet, and the blog was a hobby, born out of an excess amount of time I wasn’t used to having. Today, I’ve been at my job nearly a year, gotten to know (and adore) the town we live in, and this place has become home. It’s been a crazy adventure, but really we’ve just combed the surface. And the blog is still young and has a lot of growing to do…but isn’t that true with almost every aspect of life? As my creative outlet, I feel very blessed to take the time to share daily inspiration with others. Thanks to those who love it as much as I do!
I’ll take the seat by the window
3 OctI have a fascination with window seats. For me, design is not just about something looking pretty- it also has to serve a purpose. The window seat does just that: it’s the perfect combo of form and function. When we finally take the plunge and purchase our own little piece of heaven, I’m determined to have one. But until then I will have to get my fix by searching the web!
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A cute lil spot where you can curl up and read a book, or just relax and enjoy the view. What could possibly be better? (PS. that little wall sconce was a fabulous idea!)
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I love how this space combines the window seat with floor to ceiling built-in bookcases. This is the perfect reading nook!!
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Another great quality: since they’re built in, they don’t take up much space!
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I’m loving this view.
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This great little window seat was born after design studio remodel in Detroit, and was later featured on Design Sponge. I love how it embraces the view, while the drapery softens the space at the same time. And the table makes it a great area to gather over food and conversation.
(Image Credits: all images link back to their source, if known)
Genevieve Gorder’s stylish new rug line
17 SepHas anyone else noticed that HGTV’s Genevieve Gorder has a new rug collection??? I’m way impressed with these simple yet beautiful patterns. Here’s the 4 collections I saw on One Kings Lane over the weekend (fyi: by the time I get around to blogging of course the sale is over 
– but you can get them through a Capel Rug dealer).
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Which one is your fave??
happy friday!
7 SepCame across this photo on Pinterest and thought I’d share! We’ll be enjoying the weather and cooking out this weekend. I’d like to hear about everyone’s weekend plans…. xoxo! Hope you enjoy it!
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(photo via Pinterest)
spring in bloom
20 AprOne of my favorite things about Spring is when the flowers begin to bloom. Fresh flowers can make a whole room just GLOW. That’s why it’s no secret that flowers are used for big events like weddings and parties, home staging to entice potential home buyers, and for photo shoots for your favorite magazine. They make us feel happy inside and loved.
(Photo Credit: Design Sponge)
One of my favorite are big garden roses, like pictured above.
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And peonies. Oh I’m a fool for peonies!
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FLOWERS IN LIVING SPACES
White or cream flowers can have a sophisticated effect.
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(Photo Credit: Better Homes & Gardens)
Brightly colored flowers add excitement.
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(Photo found on Pinterest)
Using flowers that color coordinate in the room reinforces the scheme, helping the space feel more uniform and orderly.
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FLOWERS IN DINING SPACES
(Photo Credit: Apartment Therapy)
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(Photo Credit: Emersonmade.com)
Gorgeous table setting. (Also a huge fan of the EAT napkins!)
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(Photo Credit: Martha Stewart Weddings)
A few large blooms in bud vases can be more powerful than a huge bouquet.
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FLOWERS IN SLEEP SPACES
(Photo found on Pinterest)
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(Photo Credit: decor8)
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(Photo Credit: Better Homes & Gardens)
These flowers pull out the pink in the bedding and make it pop!
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(Photo Credit: Tumblr)
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Happy Friday!
first post jitters!
6 OctEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
My very first post….!
Well I’m very excited to have started this, because it’s something I’ve wanted to do for a very long time, but never made the time to do. I expect it to be a crazy concoction of interior design + local flair + a life journal. I hope it can help to inspire, give useful information, and encourage people to get out and enjoy life….. because ah, life is too short!
The words Vim & Vintage just flowed so well together. And perfectly describe the concept of what I believe life is all about: the balance of appreciating the past and fusing it with the enthusiasm of the present and modern. One day I hope to own a design studio that encompasses these values. Until then, you will at least be (hopefully) entertained with the day-to-day struggles, thoughts, and vision of a young designer.
At any rate, I actually sat down and created it so now I’m married to it. What an exciting new adventure!
