What to Wear Wednesdays

This week I'm trying to tackle my 'to do' list, which involves a lot of...

PAINT!

Image via Apartment Therapy

I so wish I could look this chic while I immerse myself in all of my projects...

Ralph Lauren 2009

Don't you just love overalls...they truly are so useful for holding those extra brushes, screw drivers and nails. Hope you all are enjoying and taking advantage of the warmer weather like I am! 

Fridays Finest Finds: The Queen of Craigslist

To see this weeks Fridays Finest Finds pop over to The Queen of Craigslist, my newly created blog showcasing all things Craigslist related!

Here is just one of many inspirational images which are featured on todays post...

Victoria Hagan

Enjoy! xx Danielle

Queen of Craigslist

I am not sure whether I am crazy or not, but I have decided to create another blog. After receiving so much positive feedback on my Fridays Finest Finds, I thought why not create The Queen of Craigslist blog devoted solely to Craigslist. Go here to see my first post. Thanks so much for all of your support and encouragement...it's truly appreciated and makes me so happy to know that you all may find something you like because my severe ADD makes it easy for me to bop around Craigslist with ease. 

How To Create an Eco-Friendly Nursery Article and Recent Score

I wrote an article for DC Metro Mommy last week on how to create an Eco-Friendly Nursery and this was the image I drew inspiration from...

Image via Domino

It is one of my favorites...so sweet, yet not saccharin. And here is a mood board showcasing the room I created in the article...

I love the eclectic mix...do you? 

Lastly, my most recent second hand $30 purchase...

 

The upholstery just needs a good cleaning, otherwise it's in great shape. It's so Miles Redd...


Miles Redd

Mr. Redd if you need an extra chair, I'll give you mine...for a small fee of course ;).

Thanks

Thanks Danika of Gorgeous Shiny Things in nominating Fresh Quince for the Stylish Blogger Award. I am honored as she is not only extremely creative and stylish, but also very informative. Thanks again Danika!

As part of the award I now will share 7 things you may not know about me:

1. I was born in Turkey in an old somewhat dilapidated hospital.

2. I have a massive birthmark on my back, which gets most Doctors knickers in a twist. But I love it because it looks like a map. As a child I used to pretend it was a real map of a faraway land that someday I may discover...hasn't happened. 

3. I also have a birthmark on my forehead in the shape of the letter V, but it only appears when I am upset...nice huh?

4. I went back to Turkey when I was eight for a visit with former neighbours. And whilst I was there I lost my tooth. An older Turkish lady told me to throw it in the Bosphorus, wait 'till I am 18 and then come back to collect my tooth which will have transformed into a pearl. Haven't been back yet.

5.  I tend to cry when children are sad. I had to avoid a kid at my son's school for a long time because he would cry every morning before school, which would always make me tear up. 

6. I love cloudy warm days. The sun can give me a headache.

7. I suffer from migraines occasionally. Do any of you suffer from them? If so, how do you handle it? I really would love your input. 

Well on that bright happy note, I now would like to pass the award to...

Kimberly at The Green Room aka Chattafabulous. I love all of her vintage finds.

Danielle at Danielle Oakey Interiors. She has a serious gift for design.

Irene at Design Stiles. Great style and she's hysterical too.

Shannon at Hase Haus. Her and her husband just bought a home. They are masters at turning shabby into chic and I can't wait to see how they transform their new new home. 

Tina at Komma Hem. She has fabulous inspirational ideas and always lovely images.

Ashley at Meet Me in Philadelphia. She has great style and it is a delight watching her design her home. She is so sweet as well.

Cassie at Primitive and Proper. She is the Queen of refinishing dressers and has so much energy it never ceases to amaze me. My one dresser painted equals 10 of hers. 

Nancy at Cozamia. Check out her fabulous blog and her incredible prints...I won one last week and I can't wait to show you all. 

Hope you all had great weekend! xx Danielle

Fridays Finest Finds

Below are my favorites on DC's Craigslist...

Anthropologie-chic Pink Sofa $149 {i love the color, the shape and the price}...

Vintage Crystal Chandelier $150 {very regal indeed}...

2 Bamboo Chairs $100/pair {another show stopper for the price. add a comfy cushion and you have some  unique chairs.}...

Vintage Sofa $550 {i would offer less for sure, paint the wood if not in good condition and reupholster in a fun print.}...

French Country Love Seat $249 {a perfect size for a smaller place. paint the walls pale blue and add this beauty.}...

Scandinavian Upholstered Settee $450 {gorgeous bones. dare i say paint and new clothes. red paint and black/white striped fabric.}...

Very Elegant Dining Table and Chairs {those chairs.}...

2 Matching Red Velvet Chairs $30/pair {the price is right for a re-upholstery job.}

Milo Baughman Sideboard Thayer-Coggin $695 {simply fabulous.}

Eames-Era Vintage-Modern Tulip Table and Chairs $175 {paint walls bright white, add a vintage silver chandelier and let's have dinner}...

Palacek French Country Stools $150/set {french chic.}...

To see how chic they could look, below are similar style chairs...

Inspirational Image via Ashley Whittaker 

3 Tier Glass Table $20 {are you just starting out? need a bar cart? this is for you!}...

Side Chairs $350/pair {add to a modern mix to shake things up a bit.}

Below is an inspirational image for the chairs above...

Via Decorista 

Designer Mirror $100 {great shape.}

If you don't like gold, then black always looks fabulous...

Inspirational Image via Danielle Oakey Interiors

Lovely Bamboo Stacking Tables $75 {perfect for a small studio. remember paint.}...

White Nightstand $25 {sort of large for a nightstand, but would be perfect for bar.}...

Paint it white, add a vintage lamp, a favorite photo, a tray with drinks and you have this...

Inspirational Image via Coastal Living

Retro Ultra Modern Lucite Lamp $75 {incredible price.}...

Chairs, set of 2 matching occasional chairs $100 {great price for a pair of beautiful, rich side chairs.}...

Thomasville (1974) Dining Set $350 {yes the entire set for that price. the sideboard alone is amazing!}...

Just buy the credenza above and paint it white and it'll be almost elegant as this...

Inspirational Image via Room Service

Upholstered Arm Chair $100 {love.}...

Barcelona Chairs (Replica) $1400/pair {looks so buttery soft. perfect for a man cave...right?}...

Chairs (6) Hand Painted & Hand Crafted, Brunswig Velvet Seat $300/each {so sexy.}...

Chairs $100/each {simple and lovely.}...

But if you don't like grey for the chairs above, how about green?...

Inspirational Image Unknown 

Elephant Shape Marble Table Base with 6 Chairs $230 {forget the chairs and just buy the base.}...

Toddler Settee $12 {even your toddler can sit in style. maybe spray paint it hot pink and add a vintage floral cushion for comfort. take a picture and send it to me.}...

Beautiful Rattan Table, 4 Chairs and Side Table $400 {this should not all be in one room...too much bamboo for sure, but separate they are awesome.}...

Beautiful Antique Sofa Console $250 {a true classic.}...

Pair of Sunny Yellow Vintage $800/chair {ummm...these are amazingly gorgeous. i WANT!}...

Elegant Lucite & Brass Table Lamp with Cherub Baby Head $75 {ummm...just had to add this bizarro head lamp thing.}...

Have a wonderful weekend friends! xx Danielle