In search of another opportunity to showcase a little personality in our dining area, I turned to the Expedit shelf from Ikea. What I love about this shelf more than anything, is that it is so versatile. It can house books, movies, clothing, computer accessories, crafts, and so many other things in a very orderly [...]

Just some fun little things that have helped my little pad feel a little homier. These are the highlights:
New Dwell for Target pillows – a gift from my sister {target}
A wooden chest to house my husband’s book collection {ross}
New Dwell for Target pillow – a gift from my sister {target}
A new arrangement on the walls [...]

New Print in the Shop Now!

This print was requested by my high school friend, Lydia. She was in need of a motivating poster that said ‘Not an Option.’ Here is what Lydia said:
When I was in school and I had a hard time getting up early or doing my
home work, periodically I would write on [...]

After having Monday off for President’s Day, I’ve had an intense and quick 4-day work week. Boy, I could get used to that!
Here is what’s on the docket for the weekend, along with posts to come:
1. Spend the West Elm gift card that has been burning a hole in my pocket for weeks {post to [...]

I know, I do too much already, but can’t I design my own fabric too? I always love to find new fabric designers, and sometimes wish I could make my own. I took an hour at the computer today to see what I could come up with… Do you think I have what it takes?

Recently I had the opportunity to design logos for two real estate services comapnies. Here’s how they turned out:

I always seem to be drawn to real estate. I’ve worked on home decorating shows, at a boutique real estate firm, at a marketing firm specializing in new home builders, and I even wanted to get my [...]

Here are the Valentines that I made for my friends this year based on a couple of my favorite TV shows… feel free to pass them on to your friends! enjoy!

Because 2 of my close friends (that I know of) are pregnant, and my sister-in-law and another friend each had a baby this week, and because I get asked nearly every day when I’m having kids  (and because EVERY time I’m sick, and I’m talking stuffy nose and sore throat, symptoms that clearly point to [...]

I saw this company from the Jennifer Squires Photgraphy Blog. I love doing picture walls in homes because they give a wall purpose, add color and show personality. My cousin was asking me what she could do in her new house that would help her make it feel like home. I suggested a picture wall [...]

It’s time. My blog is now advertiser-ready and I would love to get things moving. If you are interested in free adspace for a month, please email me at ohbrooke{at}gmail.com or via the advertise button in the top right, and attach your banner in any of the three ad sizes shown. {If you need help [...]