Sunday, March 29, 2009

~Off To Work I Go~



I finally found a day job and started working last Monday, March 23rd. This was such a blessing although I miss full-time blogging. The familiar sight of office equipments, folders, paperwork, almost deadens my creativity. I am training to be a Patient Coordinator/Admin. Assistant for a medical supply company but the moment I stepped into the office, all I could think of is how this office will look prettier- maybe, some vintage-white distressed desk, wire baskets for folders, fresh flowers on my desk, and shabby-chic frames on the walls? That would really be fabulous! I know I would have to pace myself better between my day-job and my creative calling. So, work is good but home is definitely better.

We have a pretty decent office with traditional cherry-red desks and office chairs but I think this desk and lovely chair will be perfect for me. (Photo credit to Rachel Ashwell @ Shabby Chic)

The walls are still bare waiting for frames or art work to be hung but a pretty stencil like this would be just lovely. ...and of course, fresh flowers are always inspiring....

...wire baskets to hold folders would be fantastic...

...framed chicken wire to hold my precious memos...

...and this may be too much but French chandeliers might be a new concept in office interior design...

..and finally, a wire tray for my incoming paperwork...

...yes..then I am all set to start working....

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Monday, March 16, 2009

~I'm In Love~

Pretty wedding give-aways or trinket boxes....

Fresh flowers...
Ribbons with beautiful messages..

250-thread count 100% cotton beddings..~photo courtesy of Shabby Chic~

Vintage wire baskets....~photo courtesy of Decorative Country Living~


I know I love something when my HEART says aaahhhhh....

Sunday, March 15, 2009

~Just One of Those Days~

..."it's very nice to have a friend...someone to lean on when the road bends"-this is a sweet song in my heart. ~Photo courtesy of Decorative Country Living~

Friday, March 13, 2009

Passion for Vintage Plates


I have quite a collection of French and Bavarian vintage plates but have always hesitated to hang them into a grouping for fear of the "gandmother's look". But I found several inspirations from Martha Stewart Living magazine and found them beautiful and not granny-looking at all. Soon, they will find their place on my wall.

Simplify

I picked this photo at www.hookedonhouses.net and was quickly inspired by its vintage style and simplicity. As our family is moving on to simplifying our lives and downsizing our acquired worldly possessions, this is such an inspiration.