Working it out
Do you ever feel paralyzed by all the projects you’ve got going on in your home? That’s how I’ve felt lately. There are so many things I want to do that I don’t know where to start! I’m slowly acquiring pieces for my daughter’s big girl room, but a first priority for me is to redo my office gallery wall. I’ve had it up for a while now, and it’s just not inspiring me like it used to. I’m not quite sure yet how it’s all coming together…some thoughts…
ART: I purchased the “Je Ne Regrette Rien” print (love!), and picked up this Matisse print from the Met while in New York. My daughter has been painting up a storm so I’ll definitely need to incorporate a piece or two of hers. And thinking a black/white photograph or something from the late 60’s-early 70’s à la Brigitte Bardot will set the right tone.
PIECES: After I did that post on peacock chairs, I had to have one! I could never get the banana leaf Martinique-esque pillow out of my head…finally ordered it. And of course I’ll incorporate my capiz shell pendant and sheepskin.
RUG: Can’t decide….cowhide? Or black/white striped? Or Persian? That piece may take a little longer to acquire, and I’ll wait until my gallery wall is done.
Thanks for bearing with me! As you know, sometimes I have to use this blog to figure stuff out, in order to move past the paralyzation!
Hope you had a great weekend!
Kate says
Yes I really know how you feel – It can be so hard to prioritise home projects. I get stuck choosing a design style as there are so many wonderfully inspiring homes to drool over on the net. I really like the cowhide rug. Kate xo
Amanda {eclectic snapshots} says
Love that you are going to incorporate some of your daughter’s pieces! Such a fun + cute idea.
And I’m obsessed with the cowhide!
Can’t wait to see the finished product!
Naomi@Design Manifest says
I think the direction you are going in is great! I agree to wait on the rug, why rush the decision if you don’t have to. Peacock chair + leafy pillow + sheepskin = delicious!
Where did you find the chair? Is it vintage?
alexa says
Oh I love your wall now, but I totally feel you on needing new inspiration. I cannot wait to see what you come up with!
Becca says
I love where you’re headed! Your daughter’s artwork will add a nice playful touch. I like the idea of the black and white off-set stripe rug, or a Persian rug. We need a rug in our apartment but I haven’t found just the right one. I’m sure you will!
Samantha Penner says
Loving your office inspiration- can’t wait to see the new gallery wall. I love the bohemian vibe you are incorporating!
Sharon@house58blog.com says
I have had my eye on those pillows for my porch! I tried to find similar fabric to maybe cover the seat covers to my outdoor dining table, but no luck! Anyway, gorgeous ideas; all of them!
Elyse says
Hey Sharon, you can find it in a couple of colorways here!
Jessica says
I love the idea of bohemian mod! I am dying to have a cow hide rug too! Good luck curating your new wall
xx
Here&Now
Elyse says
You have NO IDEA how much I feel you on this. I spent the weekend looking around at my apartment thinking that I would never get what I want to do done, and that by the time I did I’d have 50 more things on the list. It’s so frustrating, yet I have to keep reminding myself it’s all self imposed!
BTW, if you love that pillow you can get the fabric for only 10$ a yard here. Matching curtains perhaps??
Dana McDowell says
Pretty!
Lauren says
I love everything here. That french print is fabulous! I can’t wait to see the finished product. You have such a great eye!
Courtney Deyle says
I love this whole scheme! I too have a ton of projects to work on in my own house and it’s so overwhelming! I like what you’ve chosen for the wall so far, and that peacock chair is amazing. Is it vintage or where did you find one?? That’s definitely on my wishlist :) And I agree, maybe wait on the rug to see what direction your pulling towards in the end? I love the cowhide rug though!
Gaby [The Vault Files] says
I think all 3 rug options would look amazing. I feel for you, I’m trying to re-decorate/finish decorating my apartment and I feel it’s too much! So many rugs to get, so many options…not easy!
Sadie + Stella says
This girl can never resist a peacock chair! Adore your boho scheme happening here!
sbaker says
Sooo nice to know that even bloggers with great style suffer from paralysis. Nice to know I am not the only one who struggles with it! It is the worst!
Andi of My Beautiful Adventures says
I love it all!
Rachel {little bits of lovely} says
I love all of your inspiration Erika. I have the non-regrets poster and love it! The cowhide is gorgeous + will look so fab with the peacock chair + green cushion! xx
Lonely Wife Project says
I love that you’re always finding ways to feel inspired. The new gallery wall is going to look chic! Can’t wait to see the result.
{The Design Daredevil} Jessie D. Miller says
Oh yea guuuuuuuuuuuurl! You already know that I’m on the peacock chairs!
Drew {Coral Cafe} says
Oh my, my! Bohemian Mod sure looks inspiring and terrific! I LOVE that peacock chair (reminds me of one my grandparents used to have) and that banana leaf pillow is total cutie! I just so happen to be having a banana leafing bloggy week over at Coral ;)
Liz {Sequins and Stripes} says
The Martinique pillow is a MUST!
elizabeth says
I love how it is coming together. I think a cowhide will be awesome under that chair, but I think you will regret it if you have bold spots. I think a pure ivory one would be awesome. Everything you do is great so can’t wait to see!!
xoxo -e (modern24seven)
Roxy says
you are a genius. now come help me style my place. please :)
Raizy says
Thought you’d like to know that the first piece that caught my eye was the one by your daughter! Simple and vibrant at once – I might have to commission something from her!