Friday Favorites

Happy Friday! I hope you are all recovering from the holidays. It can be so difficult to get back into the rhythm of things after all of the holiday fun. It's been awhile since I've posted a Friday Favorites and I'm so excited to be sharing a few non design related things as well. These are things that I have really been loving and I think you would too. Here we go!

1. Oil Diffuser

I got this oil diffuser for my birthday and it is amazing. I've been interested in essential oils and now I have a way to use them! I got an On Guard oil with the diffuser and used it around Christmas when I wasn't feeling well and I really think it helped me! And it smells great. I like diffusing different scents when I'm at my computer working, I'm loving lemon at the moment. The diffuser gives off a nice scent that isn't overpowering. If you don't have one already I would definitely recommend investing in one. It is amazing. 

2. My Webster's Pages Planner

This was another birthday present from my sister. I love that there are so many different sections in it. There is a place for your weekly menu and shopping list, a to-do list, a month at a glance as well as a week, pages for notes and a place to write an overview of your week. It's the perfect thing to keep me organized. The pages and dividers are so cute too. Some of the pages have quotes on them, while some have different patterns and designs. If you are in need of a new planner I recommend checking out Webster's Pages. 

3. Metal Baskets

I've mentioned these before and I still love them. Not only are these baskets functional but they look great too! I have one under our coffee table to hold magazines and I have a wood and metal one in our kitchen with cookbooks in it. There are so many different ways to use them around the house. 

It's hard to choose just a few things to share so keep an eye out for the next Friday Favorites where I'll share a few more!

Thanks for reading!

Storyboard Reveal

I am so excited to share with you the final look of this beautiful room I worked on a few months ago. This is my sister's bedroom and I am in love. My sister and brother-in-law moved into my grandparents' house about a year and a half ago. The house was built in the 1920's so it is old and gorgeous! Hardwood floors and thick baseboards are just a few beautiful details in this home. I was so happy to get to help them design their master retreat.  

I chose this cozy grey upholstered bed for them because it brought in some really nice texture and was a nice lighter color. The studs on the headboard add an extra design detail as well. They already had this comforter so I worked the design around it. I fell in love with these pillows as soon as I saw them and they worked perfectly bringing in lighter colors to a darker comforter. The walls were already painted this lighter grey, which I am obsessed with. The nightstands add a bit of a modern touch, which is my brother-in-law's style. Their room is pretty large so I thought it would be fun to add a little reading nook with a chair or two. The grey is the perfect color and the details work well with the headboard. I love this piece of art for above the bed. It ties in the colors from the pillows perfectly. The rug works well to bring in more texture and the color is perfect. 

Here is the room all finished. I love it!

As you can see there are a few modifications that they made, which is why a storyboard is such a great way to redesign. I gave them ideas and they executed them in their own time and were able to change things if they wanted. In this case they decided to have a dresser here instead of a vanity. It works well in the space and fits their needs. 

Above the bed, they decided to paint their own artwork and it turned out great! What a fun DIY! They used the original painting from the storyboard for inspiration, bringing in the same colors and using the same lines. That is another advantage of a storyboard, you can take the items I select and DIY a few if you choose! 

I had so much fun helping them design their master retreat. The colors and the character were so much fun to play with. 

If you would like a storyboard of your own, check out my e-design page. This is a great way to redesign a room and be able to execute it in your own time. Whether you want a whole new room design, or just need some help adding those little details, there is a storyboard option for you. I would love to help you turn your house into a home. 

Thanks for reading!

Transitioning Into Winter Decor

Now that Christmas is over it's time to take down the tree and put away the garland. It's time to pack up the Christmas pillows and signs and store the holiday dishes until next year. This can be a tricky time of year to decorate for. It's not the holidays, but it's not Spring yet either. It can be difficult to try and decorate for winter without making it look like Christmas. 

I've gathered a few examples of winter decor to help you transition your home. 

I like to design with neutral colors for winter. Something about whites and greys reminds me of winter. 

Adding texture is always a good thing too. Just as you would wear a sweater in the winter, you can style with the texture as well. Faux fur is another fun texture to use. Cable knit and faux fur are both so cozy and warm, that's exactly what you want in the winter cold. 

I like to also add in wood elements. Natural elements like wood tend to warm a space up. A wooden tray or wooden candle sticks are a great way to add in some warmth. 

So to recap, neutrals are a must have, texture is a nice touch, and wood accents bring in some nice warmth. If you stick to these three tips you will be sure to have a cozy and relaxing winter space. 

Thanks for reading!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a great holiday! It's hard to believe that 2016 is over and we are beginning 2017.

I've been thinking about changing things up a bit here on the Style Nest Interiors blog. I'm going to be branching out and expanding my content to not only design but lifestyle posts as well. I will still focusing mainly on interior design, that's what I love, but I will have some other posts here and there. I may throw in a few recipes or organization and cleaning tips.

We do have a few renovations we are working on in our home and I can't wait to share those with you. We completed our kitchen renovation, except for the backsplash, and I will be sharing that soon as well! We started demo in our half bath today and we have all but the paint color ready to go. 

I hope to get a home tour up soon. I always love looking at those on other blogs and I hope you all enjoy it too!

Thanks for reading!

Top 6 Christmas Sign Picks

I love wooden signs anytime of the year, but I especially love them for Christmas. They add the perfect touch of holiday festivity to a space. There are so many wooden signs out there, I've gathered a few of my favorites. 

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All of these signs are from Etsy. I know I've mentioned it before, but I love to buy from Etsy and support small businesses. There are so many talented creators out there. These signs are all so unique and knowing that I'm supporting a small business makes them even better!

Thanks for reading!