Ballard Design, You've Caught My Eye!

I have loved the Ballard Design catalog for as long as it's been coming to my house.  My mom and I would oohh and aaahh over it each time a new one found it's way to our mailbox. We would gather design ideas and even on occasion, purchase a small accessory here and there.  Last Christmas my mom bought me this adorable tote bag, that I have used as a purse, and as a beach bag or gym bag.

All of the pictures are from the Ballard Design Website.

Mine is the brown one, but it has a crown on it! Love it!

One of the first things I did when I got married and moved away form home was sign up for their catalog to come to me! I love looking through it for design ideas, and I pretty much adore everything in there, from fabric to furniture. I'm also a member of their Facebook page where I get updates on new stuff and discount codes. Here is a look at some of their new stuff for 2012 that I drool over!  

Love this wall mirror art! So clever to put in a space that needs a little something extra! The rug is pretty awesome too.

Sun burst sun burst sun burst! Love all of the different kinds of sunburst mirrors and all the different textures.  These things are really coming back! 

 I think it's a really cool idea to hang pictures and pieces like these sunburst mirrors on shelving. It makes it a bit more interesting and not so boring. I have always loved the mirror sitting in the corner too.  Isn't the shape great!?

Love the turquoise light fixtures! What a cool little space to hang out in! The dog seems to be enjoying it.

Just thought I'd share that with you. Some fun stuff to bring in the New Year.  And in other news, I found some really great stuff at GoodWill on Saturday! (Which is rare, because our GW never seems to have anything good)  As the workers were bringing it out from the back, I told the girl to put a sold sticker on it. Ha! It's for our bedroom, some furniture that's been lacking since we got married! I'm working on fixin' it all up and I will be sure to show you plenty of before and afters as soon as it's all done! I can't wait for it to be finished!

Sophisticated Sisters

When we were home for the holiday's, I was shocked and happily surprised to find that my sister's bedroom was transformed into a classy and sophisticated pad.  They decided they wanted a more "grown-up" look, rather than the girly, fun room they've had for some time. Before, they had a bright greenish Tiffany blue color on the walls that was very bold and vibrant. They also had paisley wall decals and lime green curtains, along with bright bedding.

Here are some of the before pics. Lime's Blue's pinks. Pretty fun and bright.

Here are the after pictures. They painted the walls a silvery greyish blue. (Notice the lovely accessory on the bed licking himself)

This was an old picture my mom had that got ruined in the flood this past fall, so they took out the picture, and painted the frame black. Then bought a chandelier decal and put in on the front of the glass. Clever huh?

An old frame painted black with an "M" for my sister Mackenzie.

The desk was already white, they just added cute accessories and painted the mirror silver. Love!

This is Mackenzie's desk.

Mercury glass candle holder.

Bedside storage. (The Ugg boots complete the look :)

This is Megan's desk area. They painted the desk black.

The curtains were originally in my mom's bedroom, but she moved them over into the girl's room because they fit so well and help to pull the room together. They were purchased at Walmart! 

Cute little damask lamps

Since this room only has one little closet, they purchased this armor a while back, and Megan uses it as her closet and dresser.

This lamp had some crazy colored shades before, which they simply switched out to all white, to go with the new look.

Mackenzie's side of the room. Complete with new bedding and textured pillows.

They want to add more to the wall, but are still looking for the perfect find.

This little bedside table was lime green before I believe with funky stickers.  Now it's a sophisticated silver.

I just love this. Had to show it again.

They also painted the old lamp they had silver.

Now it's complete!

Hat's off to my mom and sisters! This is an incredible room make over in which they re-used what they already had, by simply giving things a fresh coat of paint and adding some new bedding and accessories. Awesome!

A night in Jewels

Here are pictures from my night in jewels from Laporte Jewelers at the American Music Theater. Just got them so I thought I'd share! 

At the American Music Theater. 

I can never be too serious. 

Don't mess with girls with jewels and body guards. We're untouchable. 

For Realz

LOVED her bracelet. 

This will be mine someday! I didn't want to take it off.  A yellow diamond surround with little pave' set diamonds and yellow diamonds. So gorg! 

Rockin some yellow diamonds in my ears. Ya know how I do. 

Oh and that necklace had over 300 diamonds in it!  So much fun! 

A sparkle-tacular New Years!

Well hello! I hope you all had a fabulous New Year! I sure had one that I will never forget.  I left you hanging over the weekend with my last blog post. Well now, I will fill you in!  I was given the opportunity to model beautiful, one a kind jewelry for a fine jewelry store in my home town of Lancaster, PA from Laporte Jewelers.  They asked me to model their jewelry on New Year's Eve at the American Music Theater, as well as on Monday, after New Year's day. Oh, and the Lady Gaga thing, everyone said she was supposed to be at the Monday matinee, but it unfortunately she did not grace us with her presence. I was really hoping to see her though. I even had Lady Gaga dreams! (Very bizarre) 

Here is the video

I am still waiting on some pictures from the event, but I will be posting them as soon as they're in my hands!   Along with this fun event, came hair and make up of course.  Plum Salon and Spa did our hair and make up for both days, and not only was it a treat to get all done up, but it was really a treat to get all done up in a beyond gorgeous salon!  I walked in and couldn't believe my eyes! It was decorated so cute and trendy that I didn't want to leave!! 

 Here are some of my pics

 A modern baroque feel, that was spot on

 

 Here are some pictures from they're website

 

 I love all of the re-purposed dressing tables for they're stations! Each one was different and unique! What a cute idea! 

The color choices they picked are so cute and airy, yet sophisticated.

 

They have a full spa as well. Each room was different and unique! 

Love! 

I LOVE this color! It's called pink eraser. Where could I put this color?  

So...if your in the Lancaster area, and you want a spa day or your hair and make up did, you NEED to check this place out! If I lived there, it would be my salon of choice.

Well, I'm working on our bedroom, switching the red to teal. I will fill you in as it all comes together! Still a lot to do!