From My Stack of Magazines: December 2009, January 2010, February 2010

I've been having some major computer problems lately, but my brother was nice enough to lend me his laptop while he works on my computer so I'm going to start finishing up and posting some of my backlog of unfinished posts.

February

White dishes set against white subway tile above white and gray marble counters and white cabinetry and a smattering of white accessories should look like overkill, but I like the clean simplicity of this kitchen.


Photograph courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.



Valentine's Day was awhile ago, but I still wanted to share some of my favorite Valentine's Day ideas from the pages of Martha Stewart Living.



Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Martha Stewart Living.



These shadow boxes are a simple creative way to turn something like children's stubby used crayons into a keepsake.






Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Martha Stewart Living.





Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Martha Stewart Living.



Most of the January and February issues of the home decor magazines focused on organization since it is the time of year when many people resolve to become more organized while others get the itch to start spring cleaning early.

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Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.



Most people would probably put a mirror this gorgeous over their mantel or maybe even over a table in the entryway of their home if it is large enough to accommodate a mirror that large. However,the ornate mirror hung over the stainless steel range definitely makes a bold statement with all that gleaming metal and silver and gold leaf. I also like the Gothic touches such as the antique chandelier over the table in the kitchen and the wood panel and headless statue in the entryway.






Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.






Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.








Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.








Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.



Wallpaper can be a real pain to remove, but who would ever want to get rid of wallpaper as beautiful as these metallic damask patterns.




Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.





Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of House Beautiful.




Photograph courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Real Simple.



Feathers, rosettes, ruffles, crystals, and tulle (lots of it); all seem to be trendy right now. Good news for all those girly girls out there.



Photograph courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Marie Claire.




Photograph courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Marie Claire.







Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Marie Claire.







Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Glamour.






Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Elle.







Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Elle.







Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Elle.




Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Elle.





Photographs courtesy of the February 2010 issue of Elle.



January

Storing extra bathroom necessities in clear glass cylindrical vases makes it easy to see when your running low on things like soap or cotton balls as well as being a stylish and simple way to keep things in your linen closet organized and easily within reach.



Photographs courtesy of the January 2010 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.



Usually dining tables in the kitchen are kept out of the way of the main work areas, but this table and benches (informal and cozy alternative to chairs) are right in the center of it all.



Photographs courtesy of the January 2010 issue of Elle Decor.



Purple: feminine, bold, happy, moody, regal, unexpected...love it.



Poetic Purple 1010-5 $28 a gallon at Lowes.
Photographs courtesy of the January 2010 issue of Real Simple.



Like I said before; tulle lots of it.


Photograph courtesy of the January 2010 issue of Elle.




Photograph courtesy of the January 2010 issue of Allure.



December

Yes, I know I'm behind on my blogging and Christmas is long past, but I still wanted to share my December magazine favorites especially anything chartreuse, blue, or silver since those are the colors I use for Christmas decorations in my home.



Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Southern Living.












Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.






Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Real Simple.











Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Real Simple.













Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Southern Living.








Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Southern Living.




Photograph courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Southern Living.





Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Southern Living.



The bathtub in this home is definitely rustic done right. The wood around the tub is in keeping with the finishes throughout the house while still making the bathtub look like an enticing place to soak and relax.






Photographs courtesy of the Dec/Jan 2010 issue of House Beautiful.



I think this Juliska Pewter Stoneware, as seen in the pages of House Beautiful's Dec/Jan 2010 issue, would look striking intermixed with white stoneware.


Photograph courtesy of the Dec/Jan 2010 issue of House Beautiful.



I love the holiday party ideas in Midwest Living. Not only are these ideas budget friendly ($150 for a 12 person party), but I love the party colors since they're similar to my Christmas colors, and I adore that mercury glass cake stand. Then again I love mercury glass anything.











Photographs courtesy of the November/December 2009 issue of Midwest Living.



Show ribbons and trophy cups were a big trend this year and this puppy Christmas theme is definitely a winner with show ribbons in traditional Christmas red and green and trophy bowls filled with shining green and red ornaments.

Photograph courtesy of the November/December 2009 issue of Midwest Living.










Photographs courtesy of the November/December 2009 issue of Midwest Living.







Photographs courtesy of the November/December 2009 issue of Midwest Living.






Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Elle Decor.





Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Country Living.





Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Country Living. Pocket Watch $20 at lesliejanson.etsy.com. Chair Silhouettes Applique $25 for set of three at crazybutcute.etsy.com.





Photographs courtesy of the December 2009 issue of Country Living's "Gifts Under $50" gift guide. Tiffany Blue Cameo Soaps $4 each at chickspicksbyhillary.com. Dining Room Measuring Spoons $24 at Anthropologie.




Photograph courtesy of the December issue of Martha Stewart Living.












Photographs courtesy of the December 2009/January 2010 issue of House Beautiful.