tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86634700017555353862024-02-24T01:07:34.790-08:00Blossoming VisionsJust another mother searching for the elegance in life...Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.comBlogger117125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-70820244485109900642013-01-22T15:05:00.001-08:002013-01-22T16:11:12.998-08:00The search is on for GreyOk so it's no surprise...Grey is a huge color right now. Every where you turn there is grey something or other. It's status on the hot trend list does not sway my ever loving mind about this misted color. Nope...not...one...bit. I've been a fan for a long time, and I will not budge. If it's grey, chances are it's on my must have list.<br />
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Have you seen the new wallpapers they are coming out with? They vary in pretty colors and patterns, but of course my eye drifts right to the greys.<br />
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I have decided to incorporate it into my home with a choice in paint color. I'm going out on a limb, and painting my entire back family room/kitchen combo a light shade of grey. Currently it is beige. My whole house is painted...beige.<br />
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As a matter of fact, I'll go ahead and show you what my home looked like when we first purchased it. The paint color is the same, but the decor has changed a bit.<br />
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Please don't judge. I had the blinds closed (don't ask why), and I barely had any furniture.</div>
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um...yeah...I'd love to say that everything in this photo is different now. That the cabinets are painted and we have new floors, but that is just not the case. The only thing different is that we now have stainless steel appliances and I've added new accessories for over the cabinets and countertops.</div>
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The plan is to paint these cabinets white. I will be adding stainless hardware. Adding a subway tile backsplash, and changing out the floor to a warm wood color (preferably one with a driftwood or barnwood appearance). The window coverings are on their way out. </div>
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I figure that with that warm wood going on, that I would need to cool down the space with paint color. A light grey is just the thing to do it.</div>
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Just look at all the choices here. I could literally go on for days. Panic started to set in, when I realized that the color grey I was looking for would be hard to find. I want to tone down the beige and have more of a true pale grey. Then alas! I found this...</div>
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Do you ever take a drive to other neighborhoods to look at the different houses? When you are on trips, do you find yourself taking the long route so you can explore ? We do this pretty often and honestly, I love it. One of my favorite pastimes is taking a peek at someone else's home.<br />
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Don't get me wrong, I am A-OK with my house and I'm very grateful for all that I have. It's not that I want these homes for my own. It's something quite different than that.<br />
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It's an appreciation for the way that homes are built. The different styles, landscaping, and details added by the homeowners. It's almost like going to an art gallery. My eyes take in every small detail and it inspires me to be creative with my own home. After all, I can create my own masterpiece.<br />
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Lately I have been fixated on the traditional style home...<br />
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White Picket fences and flowers only add more charm *sigh*</div>
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Having one lakeside really couldn't hurt...</div>
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The traditional home doesn't even have to be on a grand scale to get me gawking...</div>
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Small, quaint cottages will do just fine.</div>
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The winner of my Pottery Barn $20 gift card giveaway is....</div>
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This morning I feel compelled to write this post. I don't know why but this topic has been gnawing at me. Today I was awakened by my husband telling me that his radiator on his truck cracked. I'm sure it was due to the below freezing temperatures overnight. So off I went to drive him to work. It's still in the twenties right now and there isn't a cloud in the sky. Then my downstairs heater decides on all days to go on the fritz (fantastic!). I just love the days when it seems the world is crumbling down around you. I stopped, gathered my thoughts, and told myself...it's not the end of the world. As a matter of fact, it's part of life and we'll get through it. We always do.</div>
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You might be wondering what the point of my telling you how my morning started is. Well, my point is bad things happen to all of us. That we all get the blues now and then. That sometimes we can really feel like NOTHING is going our way and we'd like to run away. I'm here to say DON'T FRET! It will pass. Here are 10 tips that I have come up with that help me escape from these feelings of nothingness. I don't claim to be an expert on the topic. I would just like to share the things that help me, and maybe they will be useful to you. </div>
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1. <u><b>Prayer</b></u> - Pray for help. Pray that God gives you the strength and knowledge to get through your trial or feeling of emptiness. Pray that He changes you or the situation you are in, and gives you the wisdom to make the right choices to get you out of your predicament. If people are making you feel blue, pray for them too. Prayer gives hope.</div>
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This week's feature comes from a DIY Queen. Her name is <a href="http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/about">Karianne</a> and her amazing blog is <a href="http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/">Thistlewood Farm</a>. Let's just say that I've been checking out her blog nearly every day and I'm still amazed by the new things I find, oh and not to mention her great sense of humor.<br />
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-36694751194019781312013-01-11T11:06:00.000-08:002013-01-11T17:38:10.160-08:00200th Follower Giveaway - Pottery BarnHi there everybody!<br />
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Ooooh I'm so excited! For two reasons really. First is that I've hit 200 followers (yippee!). Now I know that this may be small beans compared to some of you, but it has taken me a long time (really long) to hit that mark, and I am so happy to have each and every one of you.<br />
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As many of you know I took a year off from blogging and have only been back for about a month. For that reason, I sat at 150 followers for...well...a year. But that also means that I've known a lot of you for about 3 years now, and you've been faithful (even when I went MIA). For that I am truly grateful. Then there are those of you who I've just become acquainted with. I'm over-the-top elated that you came along and decided to follow me too.<br />
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-13640721921524333962013-01-08T10:03:00.000-08:002013-01-08T10:55:11.673-08:00Golden RoomGood Morning!<br />
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I have a question for you. Do you remember when yellow gold was replaced with platinum and anything with a gold tone was frowned upon? It wasn't that long ago...I'd say that trend started 15 years ago, it has lasted that long, and it still might be the case when it comes to wedding rings. However, gold is making a HUGE comeback.<br />
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I see it everywhere! Whether it's jewelry, make-up, nail polish, accessories, or home accessories it's coming back in a big way. I have to say, I'm digging it! So much so in fact, that I created a dining room design board laced with gold. <br />
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-75819505621445156342013-01-07T15:34:00.003-08:002013-01-08T00:46:58.022-08:00My DIY pick of the week - 1/7/13Here we are! It's that time again!<br />
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I skipped a couple of weeks due to the holidays, but now my DIY pick of the week (found via pinterest) is back in full swing. Ta Da!<br />
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My feature this week is none other than the Ikea Hemnes dresser hack from the blog <a href="http://californiacallahans.blogspot.com/2011/12/hemnes-hack.html?showComment=1357588217534#c1773462319098769344">California Callahans</a>.<br />
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Leah and Matt took an ordinary looking dresser, and turned it into a work of art. I just love the added texture, knobs, and molding.<br />
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Well done! Bravo! You can see how they transformed this dresser <a href="http://californiacallahans.blogspot.com/2011/12/hemnes-hack.html?showComment=1357588217534#c1773462319098769344">here</a>.</div>
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<br />Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-48694514366298289632013-01-06T12:19:00.000-08:002013-01-07T01:24:48.951-08:00My Kind Of StyleGood Morning Dolls,<br />
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How are you this fine Sunday morning? I'm doing pretty swell today and my mind is swirling with ambitious ideas for my home. If someone was to ask me what my favorite decor style is, they'd probably receive a blank stare as my brain flipped through it's photo files as I tried to narrow it down to one. The truth is that I can't say that my home (or taste) reflects just one style. I'm a fan of many. Perhaps it's my indecisiveness or my lack of self control when I see anything pretty that contributes to my choices of an array of home decor.<br />
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If I was to sum it up...I'd say my home is a mix of coastal, shabby, contemporary, and a little vintage thrown in. It's what works for me, and I'm kinda thrilled that I can include all four and still keep my home looking unified.<br />
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Like so many of you, I get inspiration for my home all over blog land. There are so many ideas out there that you can hardly expect a girl like me to choose only one for her home. I've decided to share a few pics below to give you an idea of what my heart desires for my abode.
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This home has a perfect combination of contemporary and shabby. If you notice the vintage desk and slipcovered sofa are complimented by the blasts of green. The woven rug and window treatments tone down the luxury and make the space livable. The morrocan footstool in lime gives the room that touch of modern element that I crave.</div>
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The contemporary chandelier add more cheer to this room, and play with the blue and green accessories. The wood floors and white linens and window make the room feel romantic and cozy.</div>
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This desk represents the shabby touch that I admire. The painted furniture and an antique typewriter add character and influence. The green bottles and old photos add nostalgia to an already perfect space.</div>
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This is (to me) is the ideal living space, and has every style consummated into a flawless masterpiece. Contemporary colors and accessories, white cabinets (yay!), wood floors, the vintage sign, dining table chairs, and pendant lighting. Last but not least is the painted farmhouse table. It doesn't get much better than this. They have this look down pat.</div>
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-2799577902955179312013-01-04T10:24:00.001-08:002013-01-04T16:42:34.383-08:00Snow KissedTop of the morning to you and Happy New Year!<br />
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Gosh has it been a busy couple of weeks. I have had family in and out of our home, we have all been sick (as I cough and sniffle), and we've been trying to squeeze every last ounce of fun out of these holidays. </div>
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One of our fun little excursions was an attempt to visit the snow at a close by ski destination. Our attempt failed due to weather conditions, but we still got to experience a little of the white fluff at a turn off about halfway there. I even got to snap a few pics...</div>
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Here we are with a new beginning quickly approaching with the New Year, and I ask you...what will you do today that will make you proud in a year? My bucket list of dreams and aspirations is overflowing and full of things that would help improve relations with God, family, friends, and community. However, when I think of things that I could start today for <b>myself </b>that would make me proud of <b>myself</b> in a year, well, that's a little tougher. Here are three that I came up with that are in no particular order...</div>
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1. My health - I'm sure by now we are all familiar with the "Holiday Fluff" that is gathering round our tummies from all that baking and those delicious dinners. I actually think that the fluff comes with the territory. But once that New Year hits, many of us are looking into quick fix diets and skinny serums that will melt away the added pounds. I know that I could be proud of myself if I made healthier eating and exercise habits. I'm not talking about a diet per se, but a dedication to healthier choices such as daily exercise and an elimination of trashy snacking. I'm sure after a year, the changes would speak for themselves.</div>
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2. Follow through - If I set goals and actually made it a priority to achieve them, well I'm sure my happiness would improve threefold. I have so many ideas and aspirations for myself. If I committed to at least a few of them for a year, my quality of life would improve...plain and simple. Who doesn't like things checked off their list? </div>
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3. Giving more - Without going into too much detail, because I believe what we give should be only for the recipient and God to know, I feel I could always do more. I feel like if I went above and beyond what I even thought I was capable of then the blessings could be immeasurable.</div>
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So there you have it. The question is now what will I do with these thoughts that I've shared with you? Well, I feel that I have no other choice but to put them into practice and seal it with a pledge from #2 on my list. What will you start today (or on New Year's Day) that will make you proud of <b>yourself</b> a year from now?</div>
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However, we all have to start somewhere, and although my home is not in start-up stage, it IS in transition. Therefore, I bring you just a sample of my Christmas set-up. I feel I owe you at least a glimpse. <br />
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My home is coming together bit by bit, and I want to assure you that these are the first pics of many. My ideas are endless, and I feel as if time is on my side.</div>
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Instead what I will post is in tribute to the little Angels and brave souls. This incident is one of the worst things I can remember. I can't imagine being a parent to one of the little kids who lost their lives that day. The thought keeps running through my mind, "What would I have done if that was me?"<br />
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All I can do, is let it be a learning lesson for me. It should be a learning lesson for all of us. Life is short and our time on Earth is limited. I hug my kids tighter and tell them I love them over and over since the tragic day. This incident has had such an impact on not only myself, but countless individuals around the U.S. While shopping and working, I no longer look at small children as just cute little people, they now look like precious, fragile, little angels. Their parents are being kinder and more patient with them. They are holding their little ones' hands or cuddling them in their arms, as opposed to plopping them in the carts and giving them iPads to play with. I see a shift in parents' affection towards their small ones, and it's sad that it took something so inhumane to open our eyes. I can see God working through it, and changing hearts. He is always close to us, and constantly reminds us of His love.<br />
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God took his little ones home instantly. It brings comfort to me knowing that they are with our Father. They are safe now. What hurts my heart is the loss that their families must feel. My daily prayer is that God pours his love and protection on all of the families involved for the rest of their lives. That He shows them that His plan (although we don't understand it) is perfect for each one of us, and that when we get to Heaven it will all make sense. I can't wait for the day when evil is defeated and banished from our presence forever. God is Good and Forever shall He Reign.<br />
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With that being said, I'd thought I'd share some of my little finds with YOU. Let's just say I've taken some of the work away for you, and picked out ten nifty little items that make perfect adult stocking stuffers (or gifts) for him/her.<br />
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And the kicker is, they are all less than 20 buckaroos! Maybe you are searching for little extra tidbit gifts like I am. Well, look no further...these are some great deals! As a matter of fact, a couple of them are less than $5 bucks! Happy shopping divas!<br />
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White winters in Las Vegas are few and far between. When they do occur, we make the most of it. We build little snowmen, throw on a scarf and mittens, and sometimes there is even enough snow that sticks so that you can actually sled down a hill (if you can find one). There was only one time (when I was a wee girl) that we actually spent a holiday at a cabin in the snow. This photo actually brings back memories of that time long ago when we stayed in Big Bear, California.<br />
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I can remember it being picturesque and serene. All of the chimneys had white smoke streaming from their tops. All the kids sledded, while the adults sipped hot cocoa while watching from the porches. There is something about snuggling up in a cozy cabin while the snow is falling outdoors. The hugs feel warmer, the food tastes better, and a crackling fire...well, there is no other sound you'd rather hear. If I had the chance to do it again...I'd probably add a nice hot soak in a tub to the list :-)<br />
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Welcome Ladies (and gentlemen) to my kitchen as I put my little spin on monkey bread and donut holes. My reasons for coming up with this little concoction are many. First, my son LOVES monkey bread and begs me to make it nearly every weekend. Second, my tummy was rumbling and my taste buds were craving cinnamon rolls. Third, I had plenty of baking supplies to play with in my pantry and my fridge thanks to Thanksgiving and my crescent roll splurge at Costco. <br />
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Perhaps you have these ingredients still taking up much needed space, and your tummy is a rumbling as well. In that case, Cinnamon Donut Holes are a perfect remedy.<br />
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<li style="text-align: left;">1 cup brown sugar</li>
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<li style="text-align: left;"> 1/4 cup butter</li>
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees</div>
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Mix sugars and cinnamon in a bowl till combined.</div>
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Take individual crescent sections and roll them into balls. The dough will be moist and sticky. You roll each ball in the sugar mixture until completely coated and place into a 8x9 greased baking dish like so...</div>
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Next, you will melt 1/4 cup of butter and add it to the sugar mixture. Stir until it has a caramel consistency. Pour evenly over the donut holes.</div>
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While the donut holes are baking, you can work on the frosting. In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Mix in the vanilla, then gradually stir in the confectioners' sugar until nice and smooth.</div>
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When the donut holes are cooled they should pull apart easily. Plate individual servings and place a dollop of frosting on top! Yum! </div>
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It's a tasty and easy dessert that puts the word comfort in "comfort food". It's also perfect for Christmas morning, or a cold winter's night...Enjoy!</div>
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Amy made the impossible...possible! Her tutorial is easy to follow and there are also other crafty tidbits on her blog that you could very easily wish to add to your to-do list. Not to mention, that her entire room makeover is to die for, the headboard was just the cherry-on-top!</div>
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I've been doing most of my shopping online this year, and I've been app browsing as well. <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/">Shop Style</a> is one of my favorite apps to browse. Not only do they have apparel and accessories from nearly every store and designer, but they also have items for your home (hot dog)!<br />
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These tulle skirts are just screaming at me "Buy me, buy me"</div>
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<br />Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-91596111967884590392012-12-03T12:22:00.003-08:002012-12-13T23:40:58.015-08:00My DIY Pick of the Week 12/3/12<br />
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So how does it work? Every Monday I will be posting my favorite DIY find via Pinterest and posting it here. I will link up to the original source so that the tutorial will be able to be utilized by YOU (and yours truly). My DIY pick will be posted in my sidebar for easy accessibility as well :-)</div>
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Part of the reason I've become so obsessed with Pinterest is because the sheer amount of creative ideas that one can find. I don't know about you, but I become so overwhelmed by the numbers that I forget to go back to the original posts about 90% of the time. Well, not anymore. My faves will have a home and hopefully they will become your faves too.</div>
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My first DIY pick of the week is...</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">I fell in love the first time I saw it. What an outstanding idea! We all know how much chandeliers cost and Sarah and Ashley from <a href="http://mysimpleobsession.blogspot.com/2012/05/beaded-chandelier-tutorial.html">My Simple Obsession</a> posted that the </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #66400a; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Ro Sham Beaux Malibu Up </span><span class="Apple-style-span">version of this Chandi can cost you a whopping $4,200. What!?!</span></div>
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One of the "new additions" to my blog will be my own little room designs. The looks that I create are all designs I would happily have in my own home, but it doesn't necessarily mean that they are. From time to time, I will post designs that I'm actually implementing in my home, but it will be specified. <br />
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The first board (of many) is of a living room design. Repurposed wood and a white plush sofa go hand in hand in my book. The mint green is one of my favorite colors right now. I scooped them all together to pull off this look, and threw in some touches of metal (gray). I think it creates a calming effect, hence the title "a calm living space". This board was created using <a href="http://olioboard.com/" target="_blank">Olioboard</a>. It's a fun and creative way to get a visual for any ideas you may have. I hope you enjoy!<br />
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I'm back this cozy morning to tell you about my new blog approach. I was thinking about when I started this blog back in '10. I had envisioned me getting all wrapped up in immediate renos on my house. Painting every room top to bottom and turning my kitchen into my "dream kitchen" in a couple of months. Who was I fooling? No one (well maybe just myself).<br />
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Those who have tackled those kinds of projects before know that the remodeling process takes years, not months. My blog started to reflect that lull. I wish I could this, I wish I could that...well, you get the point. Something that my blog WAS doing was keeping me motivated. I had an endless borage of ideas filling my brain. I will be keeping inspiration photos intact.<br />
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After all, we all search blogs for inspiration. Some of you are amazing DIY experts. You can turn a popsicle stick into a chandelier. I am not one of those that can dream up something like that. I CAN learn from a tutorial and put my own spin on something. So that's it! My blog will be an outlet of sharing.<br />
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I will share DIY ideas I love and feel brave enough to tackle...like this pantry using IKEA cd storage units. I will post my before and afters.<br />
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I will share an occasional recipe, linked to the original chef. This is Cheese Pecan Dip (yum) found via <a href="http://food-and-cook.blogs.elle.es/" target="_blank">Food and Cook</a>.<br />
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It really has been quite some time...over a year to be a little more precise. I actually think my last few posts were something like this one. I've been absent...blah, blah, blah, I promise to return...yada, yada. Let me just say that one year gives you a lot of time to reflect on the things that you miss, the things (and people) you love, and the importance of doing something that you really find enjoyable.<br />
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For those of you that don't know, a year ago I stopped blogging so that I would have more time to focus on family and work. What I found is that this year went by without any big catastrophes. No one broke any bones and the bills got paid, and yet something was missing. I missed the friendships I made online. I missed writing on my little blog, and expressing my heart's desire for my home. The truth is that I LOVE interior decorating and I missed doing something for ME. <br />
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When I walk into a <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/" target="_blank">Pottery Barn</a>, it is not just an ordinary grin you see on my face. No...I'm a giddy school girl as I take in their breathtaking displays of pillar candles and take mental notes of how I can get "that look" on my dining room table. The same thing happens as I drink a toasty beverage and drift through all of your lovely blogs. My heart skips a beat, my fingers twitch with excitement as I comment on a diy project I admire, and my smile widens with each new blog that I can find. It's like finding my own little treasure trove...and many of you feel the same way that I do. That is why we blog!<br />
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So how will I make this go different from the last? Well, normally what would happen is I would go right into editing my blog. Playing with web design is also a pastime that I enjoy. I told myself that instead of playing with my page for hours, that I would first write a post telling you all how much I've missed being part of the blog world.<br />
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It's really funny how things work because while I've been away I've managed to do a few things with the house. I've transformed a room or two, and I still have some wonderful projects on my todo list. It's still a work in progress, but our home really has come a long way since last year. The sad part is that had I kept up with blogging, I would have had more "before" pics and it would have been documented better.<br />
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I've come to realize that with my nice new iPhone (yes, I'm an avid Apple user), endless photo editing apps, the new great books being published, and my shameless addiction to Pinterest, I really have no excuses. I'll just devote some of my Pinterest time back into Blossoming Visions. Blogging is something I enjoy as a wife and mother. It's important for us women to take time for ourselves. After all, a happy wife = a happy life! lol!</div>
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I have learned that an artistic view not only comes from beautiful photography but from video work as well.<br />
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I am definitely a fan of <a href="http://tigerinajar.com/ribboned_asparagus_salad">Tiger in a Jar</a>. Click on the link for more of their work!<br />
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-20614673727866041792011-07-20T17:43:00.000-07:002011-07-20T17:43:19.526-07:00Ahem...Excuse me while I clear my virtual throat, for it has been some time since my last post. It's funny but my last few posts have started somewhat like this. <br />
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Well it has been nearly 3 months since ventured out in blogland and let me say that I've missed you all so much. I miss our friendly banter, back and forth how do you do's and I've even missed some new friends whom I haven't even had the chance to become acquainted with.<br />
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So as you can see I've dusted my shelves, packed up the old, and now I'm in with the new (new blog look that is). I figure I needed a fresh start.<br />
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So what's new you'll probably ask? I've been a busy bee. I've been working like crazy, bought a new car, went on a vacation to Disneyland, been to the beach a couple of times, and we just dropped the kids off at Grandma's house for 4 weeks (maybe that explains why I have the time to blog)!<br />
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As for my home decor...alas it remains the same except for a few nick-nacks and new bedding. My cupboards are still a drab maple and I haven't bought any new furniture. I can't help but post some pictures of the kitchens that inspire me. Maybe I can make a weekend trip to Lowe's for paint. I've already been searching Benjamin Moore's color choices.<br />
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I'm really liking this pale blue to lighten things up.</div>
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I'm also leaning towards the white subway tiles.</div>
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It will take some time to get to these levels.</div>
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Natalie @ Blossoming Visionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17880377879210789344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663470001755535386.post-59489667867190724602011-04-25T13:43:00.000-07:002011-04-25T13:43:52.896-07:00Sunny thoughts...<div style="text-align: center;">There is nothing to bring you into that happy place like </div><div style="text-align: center;">warm weather, sunny skies, and blossoming flowers.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Spring Break is over but love is still in the air...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1MZkA4BJDM23goNZ29xHyl30g5BNobpZhadlSfeulg4tVaJVSd0HyFs5NHp4AmYEbpot6EG8tVk6MpEF7VLwGyJ_CNlLIIcR0PJT-WJWue54gXqghUkHMgXFAYeddDfFzChvh1ADj8F4/s1600/CycleStyle-JonoWinnel-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1MZkA4BJDM23goNZ29xHyl30g5BNobpZhadlSfeulg4tVaJVSd0HyFs5NHp4AmYEbpot6EG8tVk6MpEF7VLwGyJ_CNlLIIcR0PJT-WJWue54gXqghUkHMgXFAYeddDfFzChvh1ADj8F4/s400/CycleStyle-JonoWinnel-2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.daydreamlily.com/2010/11/cyclestyle-springsummer-photoshoot.html">via</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">So go ahead and take a ride with the top down...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWmrZibUHIxSTtR2ikyfqCf3BwTor9UkL6o91Rv64MQhMVek-0abeABXbSUaEpAHD3_1aZB4nW4B4wu3UMjq96fJj0kRrWkFPfPP9z04KJ6JUz7p3i9gHDkkOI7S8PXLBK-zoINFXi1bU/s1600/30180_121049614598364_121041991265793_112460_5390489_n_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWmrZibUHIxSTtR2ikyfqCf3BwTor9UkL6o91Rv64MQhMVek-0abeABXbSUaEpAHD3_1aZB4nW4B4wu3UMjq96fJj0kRrWkFPfPP9z04KJ6JUz7p3i9gHDkkOI7S8PXLBK-zoINFXi1bU/s640/30180_121049614598364_121041991265793_112460_5390489_n_large.jpg" width="425" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/6916590http://weheartit.com/entry/6916590">via</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Put on a pretty dress...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5oDRDKLbCgqHGCgRg4GC94rdVNk8GVW9dy4m79U7FQfheVgRn0n3ABik_JNzgDVL0xMlN805zL-qKaxLCdS_aEU9GmkRcguCJFMyJSw0-qikI8f9H8D4g7LJWVH3WXei7QliZkybvyl0/s1600/tumblr_lk7fvfmpbR1qhb478o1_400_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5oDRDKLbCgqHGCgRg4GC94rdVNk8GVW9dy4m79U7FQfheVgRn0n3ABik_JNzgDVL0xMlN805zL-qKaxLCdS_aEU9GmkRcguCJFMyJSw0-qikI8f9H8D4g7LJWVH3WXei7QliZkybvyl0/s400/tumblr_lk7fvfmpbR1qhb478o1_400_large.jpg" width="326" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/9172677">via</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">and take that much needed breather : )</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO83lfpeElwoSOzdofHSV_Hd1dZ9qvR03QLC8L4BMtjUmV4-aBsKpULDHp69zo0GTkeIeuPuFsVUDWzZ0A8cZZfVJ14GvXC9JkOtjcHlRp2SlTW2MPkn_7mMJDx8wtbXTKy-tZkRdxouk/s1600/tumblr_lk7pj350Rk1qjrrrfo1_500_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO83lfpeElwoSOzdofHSV_Hd1dZ9qvR03QLC8L4BMtjUmV4-aBsKpULDHp69zo0GTkeIeuPuFsVUDWzZ0A8cZZfVJ14GvXC9JkOtjcHlRp2SlTW2MPkn_7mMJDx8wtbXTKy-tZkRdxouk/s400/tumblr_lk7pj350Rk1qjrrrfo1_500_large.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/9168448">via</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">We deserve it every now and then!</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by dolls!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ethazvKgweU/TbXcx90pWPI/AAAAAAAABVk/Jdrvcntle4U/s1600/lunapic_128271524689072_3.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ethazvKgweU/TbXcx90pWPI/AAAAAAAABVk/Jdrvcntle4U/s1600/lunapic_128271524689072_3.gif" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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