Happy Valentine’s Day!

I heart Valentine’s Day. It’s true, I’m a romantic at heart. With love and hearts (and candy in the shape of love and hearts!) abounding at every turn, it’s difficult not to become wrapped up — and sucked in by the jewelry commercials AGAIN — on Feb. 14.

Despite all the warm fuzzies this day of love ignites, I find myself most delighting in the color of Valentine’s Day. Red, red, everywhere red! This color of love also symbolizes intense passion and courage, and I can’t help but be drawn to it. Here are a few of my favorite red things.

A red accent wall in your home.

A red mixer to spice up your kitchen counter.

Red ribbon and bow to add the perfect touch to any gift.

A red porcelain lamp.

A red scarf with that little black dress.

And last but certainly not least, a valentine for your sweetie.

Hope your day is filled with love and happiness!

xoxo,

Renae

We all use them…..but do they really have to be sooooo boring?

Boooooooring.

The answer, my friends, is an emphatic “No!” On the contrary, bulletin boards are an easy way to personalize your space and make it look, well, prettier.

Who else? Martha Stewart.

I use them to display combinations of fabric schemes and then stand back to look at the finished room or project.

I also use them for kid’s invitations, permission slips, or fun little notes. I love to line a bulletin board with my latest favorite wall covering or fabric.

Adorable background paper!

In addition, there are several frame options available: wide, skinny, bamboo, dark, light, etc. One of my favorites is from Ballard Designs, the Acanthus Leaf framed message board.

Acanthus Message Board from Ballard Design

I also like unframed, fabric-covered bulletin boards that have a great texture using burlap, sisal, twill, or linen. These gorgeous fabrics have a knack for using their understated nature to let the “pin-ups” (favorite card, invitation or photo) stand out.

Love this idea!

My latest bulletin board inspiration/obsession is Pinterest. Seriously, people, have you checked out that site? Pure bliss!!!

How cute is this idea!?

What do your bulletin boards look like?

xoxo,

Renae