Sunday, April 26, 2009

Heart of the Home












I seem to have a bit of a mental block when it comes decorating the heart of my home.
There are so many fun ideas, I can't seem to decide what route to follow... 
Retro, Shabby Chic, one theme or another, or just clean and simple?
here were a few kitchen items that struck my fancy,
Do they strike yours? If they do click on the image to find out more. 

~ Chelsea Ann

P.S.
Sarah of Retro Vertigo contacted me and in honor of this special feature she is offering 10% off ANY item in her shop up to the end of May. Just mention "PaperCakes" in your note to seller and she will refund you! 

14 comments:

retrovertigovintage.com said...

I honestly prefer the "eclectic" approach to decorating. Not only does it stay true to what you appreciate in life, there are NO RULES! Some folks may judge the approach because perhaps they feel it's lazy or just an excuse to not decorate, but I'd wholeheartedly disagree. So long as it doesn't become an out-of-control-hoarding situation, I find it to be comforting, inspiring, and visually pleasing to surround myself with the items that stir me most. People come into my domain and instantly know who I truly am. Well, that's my two cents anyway. :)

Missy said...

Ooooh, I love the cute cafe kitchen curtain. I really like to mix it up, too. I cannot wait till we buy or build our house. I have this old white enameled cast iron, wood burning, kitchen stove waiting for me in storage!

Hello Lindello said...

What sweet picks! Thanks for including Hello Victory. When I'm decorating my home I have a hard time determing a specific route to take too. I find I'm drawn different things, but try to make the rooms cohesive by using similar colors.

Rebecca said...

Amazing stuff! I love those little chickens...

syko kajsa said...

Thank you for shouting out about my work again! I love that green glass jar!

Winklepots said...

I love that pillow! The apron too. Cute finds! :o)

Jodie @ The Haby Goddess said...

I love that cafe curtains are back and I love this design!

Nostalgic Nosh said...

Mmhmm. loving the whimsical mushroom painting!

Simply EC said...

Such cute things, and just as I am contemplating tackling my kitchen decor next....

Chelsea Van Tol said...

These are darling :) I too get inspired by too many things.. it's so hard to choose. I decide now based on need, if items fit with my current decor, and function. Works for me!!

Waxy said...

Love the plate and those curtains are just too cute!

~ ennui ~ said...

I like the magnets- pastel and puffy, they remind me of Lucky Charms cereal. sweet!

JulieTew said...

How lovely!!

Felt-o-rama said...

I have the same decorating dilemma! I love kitschy retro, cozy shabby chic, and streamlined modern. I love to decorate by theme, so nearly every room in my house has one of these styles exclusively. It may seem disjointed to guests, but this method works well for me!