Pocketful of Blue

Finally, after 9 years, we have window treatments in our dining nook. I almost can't believe it. It's been a challenge finding something I liked that would work on this very wide (110 inches) window without spending a fortune. Sorry these pictures aren't so great - it's difficult to get good ones with all the light that comes in.  I guess it's a good problem to have since I love having big windows and lots of natural light. I found these pinch pleated valances at Ballard Designs. The fabric is actually the same as some throw pillows I have so  I knew I would like the color. I did have to cut a couple of them to make them fit the width of the windows exactly. I chose these faux wood curtain rods that I found at Target. I really like the contrast of the darker wood. It was pretty much an all day job, getting the rods up and the valances  hung so everything was even and looked good. just don't look too closely : ) And don...

I have been looking for a new sofa table for the long wall in our family room and I'm happy to say that I finally found one that I love.   This table is 60" wide and is a much better fit than the 48" table I had.  I found it on the Wayfair site and I got it for a great price so that made me even happier. Of course the best part was accessorizing it after it arrived. I decided to try some baskets on the wall above the table and I really  like how they look and all of the texture that they add. Some old books are always a great accessory. The original knobs were nickel and I decided to change them  out with some wooden ones that I found at Target. The bottom shelf was fun to decorate as well. This is such a long wall that I decided to fill it in even more with this old screen door that I've had forever but  had never found a good place for it. I had to dress it up a little too so I added ...

To celebrate Valentine's Day,  I found some inspiring spaces that I think are dreamy and romantic. We all need a little romance in our lives, right? I hope you like them as much as I do. source source source source source source source source source source source source source I hope we can all spend some time today with someone special whether it's a sweetheart, a sweet child, a good friend or a furry friend. Happy Valentine's Day! ❤︎ JoAnne Joining SAVVY SOUTHERN STYLE ~ WOW US WEDNESDAY THE ESSENCE OF HOME ~ SHARE YOUR STYLE