Thursday, June 17, 2010

It's Come to This


I admit it. I've been one of those insomniac blog readers. If I couldn't sleep, I'd sit down at the computer, hand on the mouse searching for anything to keep my mind off not being able sleep. Typically, I find myself searching decorating and design blogs that give great ideas and a little spark to fuel my flame for my next decorating gig.

I can honestly say - I HAVE NEVER COMMENTED ON ANY BLOG I'VE EVER READ WHILE DOING THE INSOMNIAC SEARCH. I know! It's a shame. I've read some fabulous blogs and learned so many wonderful things. The blog that sent my thoughts into overdrive wondering if I could do this myself? Janell Beals at Isabella and Max Rooms. Love her ideas - simple and practical. Love her style - beautiful and in the moment. Love her blog - like conversation with the girls.

So...why would I be starting my own blog hoping for readers? Decorating gives me UBER BLISS! I believe the only way to find it and keep it is to be committed to keeping my creative buzz a goin' by sharing current decorating jobs and personal projects. So...off I go into the world of blogging.

First project...my daughter's room. Kendra is 14 and she's gone to camp for a month. This is the PERFECT time to take her ideas of the ever so popular turquoise/orange/hot pink fake fur and beads and create a contemporary room that still oozes of girlie fun.

I found this FABULOSO fabric at Joann's Fabrics and Crafts last night and I now have all the inspiration I need. The last yard of chocolate flowered fabric screamed 'buy me!' and the creative buzz began. Within a minute the entire room unfolded in my head and I can't tell you the UBER BLISS that I found. UBER BLISS, people!

More later about the thrift store finds and hands on projects that will accompany these yummy fabrics.

9 comments:

  1. you go girl! Get Kendra's done so we can do Avery's! :) Yay for you starting a blog! I need to write on mine! Yippee!!
    Jill Pill

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  2. Well, aren't I completely flattered!! I will be reading and looking forward to see what you do in your daughter Kendra's room! All the best with your blog...Janell

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  3. Hi!
    I'm a Janell follower/lover/stalker and I LOVE her blog too! And anyone that can put into words how I feel about her blog, certainly gets my attention!

    Those fabrics are so fun. Love the colors! I can't wait to see what you have planed for this room!

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  4. Hi, I'm a fabric freak too and decorating kids rooms are so much fun. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

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  5. I agree, Janell is one of the best bloggers around and gives me almost daily encouragement :) Good luck with your blog; it's lots of fun.

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  6. Woohoo! I'm your third follower! Welcome to the crazy world of blogging;-)

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  7. Welcome to the wonderful world of blogging. Consider me a new follower. I anticipate you finding uber bliss. :) And I thought I was the only one who loved the word.."uber."


    Cheers~
    e

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  8. Congrats on starting your blog! I was a blog stalker for years...just click click click to a little get-away. I started in January, and am so thankful I did. You're off to a great start and can't wait to see what you do with that awesome fabric!

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  9. The fabrics your picked up look so amazing! I really love the green one. I agree, Janell is FAB! :) Welcome to the fun world of blogging, I love it! Thanks so stopping by my blog and sharing your thoughts! It made my smile

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