August 30, 2010

Where I Blog

Pin It Now! Centsational Girl is having a great blogger party today. It looked so fun I had to join! Bear with the pics, as the space is a mess right now. I thought about styling before I snapped these images, but decided against it. Isn't it more fun to see a space how it *really* is?
Here's my home office, where I usually work and blog from. (Occasionally I blog from the bedroom. You can see those photos here.)
Like I said - a little messy! The desk is actually a tea table that I acquired from my grandmother. My Dad painted it yellow, and it turned out so cool I had to turn it into my desk. It's the perfect height, and doesn't take up much space.
This shelf needs some major attention. It looks much cuter when it's all neat and organized!

I like to surround myself with things that are inspirational to me. Especially books both new...
and old.




I adore this little collection of vintage finds. The brass business card holder was a major score!

I've got my pencils handy - ready to sketch on a moment's notice! The ball jars are another vintage find. And, yes, they are organized by color family.

My little hula lady sits above my computer. She makes me smile.
And this Eleanor Roosevelt quote is my absolute favorite. I read it whenever I need some encouragement and strength. I designed the layout and printed it on photo paper.

And here is my ultimate blogging buddy, Wylie. (Yes, those green silk drapes are waiting to be re-hung. This is just one of those many things on my to-do list!)
Another pic of Wylie. I think he gets really bored when I'm working. That's what Kongs are for, I guess!

Thanks to Centsational Girl for throwing this fun party! I hope you all enjoyed this informal tour of my office. 

Now, back to cleaning up my mess...



14 comments:

  1. Just finding your blog through the link party! I love love love all the colors in your blogging space. I'm digging the yellow desk against the peacock blue wall. And I too keep my sketching pencils (and paintbrushes) at hand in glass jars. Looking forward to reading more!

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  2. Hi, Lindsay. Thanks for stopping by! Did you post pics, too? What a great idea for a blog link party! Funny that we both use the glass jars. Makes those pencils easier to find, I think.
    Thanks for the compliments on my office colors...and impromptu photo shoot!

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  3. This is messy? I'm feeling a bit bad about myself now. :) Love your colors here and I am noting a few of your organizational ideas. I could definitely incorporate some of those into my work space. The yellow desk is truly charming. Don't you just love adding pieces with a personal history? Nicely finished.
    Pam

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  4. Pam - I didn't take photos of the messiest areas. ;) But it's pretty messy. Thanks for stopping by! Yes...I am a BIG fan of using pieces that tell a story. It makes a room - a house - so much more interesting and authentic.

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  5. I love seeing posts like this - it really adds another level of insight into a person. I'm not surprised I love your space and what you surround yourself with - especially of the 4-legged variety :)

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  6. Love your space and of course your fabulous yellow desk!

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  7. That was a fun tour, thanks :-) I love all the colourful pieces in your office... but what I love the most is Wylie!! :-) He's adorable!! :-)

    Kelly

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  8. It's been fun to see fellow blogger's creative spaces. And now I can picture you in yours. Thanks Kelly! I love your colors.

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  9. kristie@makingarrangementsblog.comAugust 31, 2010 at 2:19 PM

    Kelly - your space is absolutely beautiful! love your colors and the vintage pieces. thanks for the inspiration!

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  10. Hi Kelly! I'm so glad you found me through the party. There are so many great spaces, I wish I had another life to click on every single one! I just love individual style, creativity and of course color!!! Loving your blog and how cute are your books in that photo?! Precious. You and all of it :) XO, Kelly

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  11. Ladies - thank you all for your wonderful comments! I'm glad you all have enjoyed my quirky space. It's been fun meeting some new blogger friends! I'll have to partake in more blog parties. What a blast!

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  12. HI Kelly, I can't tell you how much I love that yellow table ! It never ceases to amaze me how an intense shot of color makes a room! Thanks so much for linking up to the party this week!
    xo
    Kate

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  13. I just love it. Totally looks like you! And everything is so colorful and fun. The poochie makes it special. Thanks you for your kind words on my blog, I really appreciate it!
    xo
    amanda

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