Home, Sweet Home

We got our house! We closed yesterday and got a key and everything. It was very exciting even though we can't technically move in until next Monday. It is kind of scary to see when the loan will actually be paid off and how old we will be and how much we are actually paying in interest. Everyone kept saying not to pay attention to that part. Now we just have to move in and actually buy some furniture. Wahoo!

Natural Decor

I discovered a wonderful resource today for people that like to bring a little bit of the outdoors into their decor. Nettleton Hollow carries a beautiful selection of branches, driftwood, and dried flower and pods. They also maintain a blog that contains shop updates as well as inspiration for using their products in your home.

I Got a Job!!!

I was offered a job today as a graphic designer for a studio in Indianapolis called Silver Square, Inc. I am so excited! The people who work there are fantastic and I cannot wait to get started on some new projects. Wahoo! (p.s. That photo is stock, not me)

Toy Car Art

I saw these pieces at Three Potato Four and fell in love. They are so fun and seem to tell a story. Plus I love unofficially titled "Missouri" because, of course, I am from Missouri. These are 6 x 6 photographs printed on archival paper, mounted on wood blocks, and sealed with UV protecting sealant.

Amish Furniture

Travis and I have been shopping for furniture for our new house. We have decided to get some nice, well-made pieces (finally!) and happened upon this amazing store in Indianapolis called Simply Amish. Not only do you get to customize your style, wood, stain, and hardware, but "Simply Amish furniture is made by authentic Amish craftsmen, working on more than 50 family farms scattered throughout the heartland of America. Most are small family shops with only four or five craftsmen. Each piece of lumber is still cut, shaped, sanded and stained by seasoned hands, using a keen eye to eliminate any imperfections and bring out the natural beauty of rich maple, solid oak and other select hardwoods." In addition to its beautiful designs and unmatched quality, Simply Amish is also earth friendly and a founding member of the Sustainable Furniture Council. Plus, when you go into a store to shop there are fresh Amish baked goods for you to nibble on while you browse. Travis and I are in love with the Shaker panel bed in a coffee bean finish and the Carlisle rectangle farm table and Urbandale chairs in a dark stain as well.

Re-purposed Items

I spotted these images at apartment therapy and had to re-post them. I think they are great ways to use old item you have around the house!