let your closet inspire your rooms

I was looking in the mirror the other night at the end of the day and noticed that I loved how the colors of my outfit looked together. Yes, I did pick out the clothes, so I knew I liked them already, but I wasn't really thinking about the color pallet (believe it or not).

I was wearing white shorts and an orange shirt, but had tossed on a grey jacket later and was seeing the colors together for the first time. They looked great and I was inspired by the pallet. I don't currently have any rooms to use that combo in, but I'll file it away!

Being inspired by the colors of the clothes in your closet is an easy way to see new color combos. You may see things you never would have thought of before. Who knows, your next outfit could be a starting point for an entire room's decor. The inspiration for a pillow or for a pop of color you can add to your existing decor. The possibilities are endless.

And, while I have you, mix things up in your wardrobe every once in a while. Instead of reaching for the same parings, try something new...who knows, you may just love the new look and it may create a new room!

Happy decorating.

inspiration in a box

You are really going to think I've lost my mind this time.

I just scanned a tissue box. Yep, put it right on the scanner so I could share its design with you. Aren't I sweet?

Last week, in the midst of a bad cold I ran out to get some tissues with lotion (ah....) and the only boxes at our Rite Aid were these beautifully designed little brown boxes of comfort.

(Puffs plus tissue box, well, one side of the box)

I emptied both boxes and saved one to share with you because I love the design of the box and thought it might inspire you in your home?!

The colors didn't transfer as well as I'd hoped. The actual box has more blue in the flower and in the brown color, but you get the idea. The real point is you can be inspired by anything if you keep your eyes open!

Thank you Puffs! I have one small request of you. Can you please click on 'comment' and tell me what odd thing (or not so odd) has inspired you in your home decor? Just one little note so I know I'm not out here all alone with my tissue box. C'mon, you can do it!