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A little secret about me…I have a HARD time finding art for my home. Are any of you in that same boat? My walls are pretty bare because I’m a bit of a commitment phob when it comes to actually hanging something. Another secret…I’m not a huge fan of wrapped canvas art. Not the pictures … Read more
I am SO excited!! Ash is finally getting her closet finished next week. Hers is the only closet in the house that hasn’t had a closet system, and we are finally installing one. (More on that in the weeks to come! 🙂 ) I don’t know if it’s just her…or if it’s a girl thing … Read more
Over the course of the last several months, I’ve had the pleasure of working on a project for some dear friends of ours who just made a cross-country move back to our neck of the woods. They still owned their home here and had been renting it out for the last many years. Having left years … Read more
Have you gotten used to writing 2015 on your checks yet? It will be May before I have it down. 😉 With Christmas break coming to an end this weekend and school and real life picking up speed again on Monday morning (ugh!) I figured it’s time for me to get organized. I am not … Read more
I am SO excited to have Courtney from A Thoughtful Place blog here today sharing her Holiday Home and holiday decorations with us. I feel so blessed to have had a chance meeting with Courtney earlier this year that has turned into a special friendship. She is witty, a sweet and wonderful wife and momma, and an … Read more
I know that you are probably distracted by their amazing shoe department when you’re there, but do you ever stop by the home and gift department at Nordstrom? Well, if not, you are missing out! Just like all of their other departments with a unique assortment of products, the home and gift department is no different. They already have … Read more
I’m SO excited to introduce you all to Lidy from Hello Lidy today! Do you know her? If not, add her to your list of “must visit” blogs and social media accounts. I fell in love with this gorgeous dining room of hers and asked if I could share it here with you all…here’s a … Read more
A few months back I was invited to team up with HomeGoods for some fun projects. It has been such a fun experience for me, and to make it even better, I have been able to get to know some super talented designers. I instantly fell in love with DIY Playbook’s style. Bridget and Casey are so talented and … Read more
I was at HomeGoods the other day and even though I “just ran in for one thing” we all know how that goes. 😉 I passed by all the fun new fall decor and couldn’t help myself. I wanted to bring a little bit more of a fall vibe into my bedroom, so I grabbed a few … Read more
This time of year I like to mix up my usual décor with a few quick, easy and inexpensive updates. One of my favorite ways to bring in new textures and colors is to grab a few new throw blankets. It’s perfect for this time of year too just as the temperatures are about to … Read more
We are so excited to have Sarah from Life on Virginia Street sharing her amazing Dining Room Make-Over with us today! You will not believe the transformation of this space! 🙂 Hello, Pink Peppermint Design readers! I’m Sarah with Life On Virginia Street. I’m an insurance executive by day and a blogger/DIYer/home decor enthusiast by night/weekend/every other … Read more
It’s here, it’s here! I don’t know about you guys, but I LOVE Halloween. There is just so much fun surrounding it…parties, pumpkin patch trips, trunk or treats, the list goes on. I love to mix up my décor each year sometimes with a theme, adding new vignettes and of course, adding a few new … Read more
Are you a fan of daylight savings time? I love the long days during the summer months…but when it comes time to “fall back” an hour this time of year…I can’t stand it! It gets dark SO early. Like 4:30pm early. Yuck. So, to cheer myself up, I thought I’d round up my favorite sources … Read more
I’m so excited to have been asked by Tammy to step in as a guest Blogger on this beautiful Tuesday. I absolutely adore Tammy and I’m always inspired by her creativity and ingenuity with her approach to each and every project. I look forward to all of her posts and every morning you’ll often find … Read more
I can’t believe it is already almost the end of October! My poor little girl has been begging to put out more decorations than just our measly pumpkins, so this weekend, I am going to deliver! 😉 With the help of a quick trip to HomeGoods earlier this week, I put together this easy fall shelf … Read more
Hi there! My name is Claire, and I couldn’t be more excited to be hanging out with all of you Pink Peppermint Design followers! I have a blog crush on Tammy, so you can imagine my mini freak-out when she asked me to guest post! I first discovered Tammy on Instagram and then ventured over … Read more
While Halloween is fun, October doesn’t have to be all about spooky décor. Celebrate the season by adding pops of orange to your normal everyday décor. The best part? It can stay after the holiday is over. I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites from around the web to help you get started. 🙂 … Read more
I admittedly am usually a silver fan, but lately I can’t get enough of gold! Browsing through the Anthropologie website earlier today looking for some design inspiration I came across several items that are definitely going on my Christmas list! 🙂 Here are my faves…especially that pendant lamp!! Dying! Illume Boulangerie Jar, Tall Shimmering Jacquard Curtain … Read more
Oh! I can’t believe that another summer has come and gone. Only 2 more weeks of carefree bliss and we’ll be headed back to school here in OC. I’m grateful for one thing…the chance to play catch up with all the work that has been suffering due to our crazy schedule! While it may seem … Read more
We are in full back to school mode here! With only a few more weeks until we start, I am gearing up for another fun year of HomeSchooling. This year we’ll have some fun kids joining us at our home to participate in a little program which will super fun…but it also means that my … Read more
I have had the pleasure of working on the e-design of a fun family room these last few weeks. I love the chance to reveal the final product to my clients. I get butterflies in the few moments before I click the “send” button. I want everything to be perfect, everyone to love their space. The emails that I get … Read more
Ever since I stated working with the HomeGoods pinterest program, I have been super inspired! It’s been a great motivator to get me finishing all the little projects and areas around the house I have been neglecting. (I’m sure my hubby’s not too thrilled that my inspiration has also increased his lost of to-do’s. lol! ;)) … Read more
I’m sure you’ve noticed an abundance of trays popping up all over your favorite home décor shops lately. You can find them in so many colors, shapes and sizes, they are a great way to dress up a coffee table or shelf, and bring in a little more personality to your space as you curate … Read more
This month has been crazy busy! I am so excited to be embarking on THREE new design projects and they are keeping me hopping…and I LOVE it! First up is a project for a cute baseball loving tween…my sweet Andy. His room has been on the back burner for a long time, and when he heard … Read more
Ah, pillows. These little squares of fluff have so much power to change a space! If you are feeling like you want a change, there is nothing like updating your space with a few inexpensive pillows to breathe some new life into your room. One of my favorite things about having neutral furnishings is the … Read more
I don’t know about you guys, but I grew up in a house where eating anywhere outside of the kitchen was a big no-no. It still is as a matter of fact. When I go visit my parents I have to make sure to re-program myself to only eat at the kitchen table. Well, I’m … Read more
I’ve been working on a new project, and I am SO excited with how things are coming along! 🙂 This coffee table find at HomeGoods was almost too much for me to handle! We’ve added a few pops of color and some new fresh accessories and pillows (also from HomeGoods) and it is looking like … Read more
I have been wanting to do this for a LONG time. The black paint has been sitting in the garage calling my name, but I was afraid!!! 🙂 Last year when we had some stuff done to the house, I had Ash’s room wainscotted and painted pink and white. I LOVE it…but it has been … Read more