Closet Envy is Real

I’m writing this in severe envy…..I just got back from The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Vegas and realized my closet isn’t cutting it. One of the vignettes at Wellborn Cabinets booth had me at first sight.

Do you think they would notice if I took up residence here? I mean this closet may have very well been my bedroom.

Do you see that ‘lit ‘ closet? Cue the musical, Annie’s song: “ I really think I’m going to like it here! “ The details, mirrors…circles, studs, the way the doors opened. I can’t decide what I like more? The fact that it doesn’t look like cabinetry but more like a built in or that they kinda got the whole luxury feel.

ahem…this is where all that fabulous jewelry will reside. I mean with a closet like this…that is a given.

This was so well executed that I started having a vision what my dream closet would look like? This is close, but I would add a little more bling. Enter Lampsplus, they not only have lighting, but also accessories and furniture. I’ve created a board that if Wellborn Cabinets and Lampsplus had a baby this is the result…isn’t it darling?

I would have to have some kind of seating like this wingback chair from Lampsplsus. I mean who wouldn’t want to stare at this most of the day or when the kids are screaming and you need a mommy break. Door lock: check, chocolate: check, wine: double check, no really you don’t want to forget this….you get the picture. A MOM CAVE.

Lampsplus has so many unique pieces of lighting, the chandelier was a new introduction this show. I would hang 2 or 3 of these over the jewelry and accessory island….the bigger the island, the better. Ok, so I have to admit…if I’m going to all the trouble of tricking out this Mom cave, it needs one more thing:

A bar cart of course. It would just look pretty in the corner with these martini glasses. Purely decoration for the soul.

Thanks Lampsplus and Wellborn for allowing a girl to dream!!! A special thanks to Designhounds, and Veronika Eagleson from Modenus for exposing us to some great sponsors/vendors!! Now back to reality…my life is glamorous, my life is glamorous…. Hope you find yourself dreaming and planning a wonderful closet like this in your near future!!! Fairy God Mother where are you???

Blessings,

Fairy Jennifer

One Room Challenge: Week 2 - Congratulations, It's A Hardwood Floor!

Here we are, week 2.   I'm happy that there is progress, as in bye bye black carpet!  

That's my willing victim...I mean husband, helping me tear up the carpet.

Not the most flattering picture of our newly revealed hardwood floors, but, I'm beginning to get a little giddy at the prospect of the possibilities!

After 3 hours of hard labor, we have hardwood floors!!   A little scratched, beaten and bruised, no fault of our own, it is now all ours.  I've assessed the situation...not too bad, and no time to refinish or desire to do so. 

So my options are to paint all or paint a little?   Below are ideas for the floor finish/style.

Image via Pinterest

Image via Pinterest

Go all in, or half way?  I'm still deciding and will reveal the outcome next week.  

     Next Decision:  Wall color and trim...

And don't you say you don't see the difference in the white/off white colors!  Undertones, people...

I tried 4 white/off white colors in the space and monitored it in the light during the day they were from the top:

1)  Benjamin Moore-Decorator's White  OC-149

2)  Benjamin Moore-Chantilly Lace OC-65

3)  Benjamin Moore-Cloud Cover OC-25

4)  Benjamin Moore-Super White OC-152

I made my decision quickly and swiftly, I'm in love in with #3, Cloud Cover.  It's the right tone, day and night. The slight tan undertone keeps it warm and not stark.  I picked 2 blacks, both from Benjamin Moore, Black Beauty 2128-10 and Soot 2129-20.  I picked the Soot as it had some blue in it that made it more vibrant and paired nicely with Cloud Cover.  The wild card is the green, I have several to choose from....waiting on the pillow covers to determine the final call.  But, I'm really liking Seaweed from Benjamin Moore 2035-10.

I'm feeling a little pumpkin vibe right now....the favored green is on the right next to the wall color and trim choice.

Lighting is up next, the space has no overhead lights and needs a creative solution that doesn't require hardwiring.  I found some pretty awesome arm wall sconces from Lampsplus .  As well as a cool industrial chic pendant and artwork lights. 

Ok, so we are cooking!!  What's in store for next week?  Paint!!  I'm painting the walls, floors, ceiling, and anything that doesn't move (beware sleeping dog or husband).  

Be sure to check out the other participants and guest bloggers at One Room Challenge!

Until we meet again,

xoxo Jenn