DECORATING THE SHACK

I live in a shack. I've talked about it millions of times. I have never had any interest in interior design. I use to always say I'd much rather decorate myself. Well I got sick of not wanting to be in my house because of how stupid it is. lol. I've recently been looking into decorating ideas and I've realized that I can take the same asthetic that I use when I get myself all decorated...throw whatever I feel like wearing on. lol. My mom is huge on decorating and she's really matchy so that's all that I ever grew up with. Even though I somehow turned out an oddball gearwise I never realized that I could apply those same principals to my space. I can mix my style in my apartment in the same way that I wear thigh high bondage boots with fur vests over thrifted jean jackets. I like old and new mixed together...why not do that at home? I was so happy when I came to that conclusion and I'm EXTREMELY excited to start out :). I know that this is going to be a very time (and money) consuming project so I hope to be done by summer. Here are some pictures that have all sorts of great thoughts bouncing about in my head...

Sorage under a tall table is a great idea. My apartment is tiny so things like this are golden to me.


Remember my Marilyn Monroe mirror? I've always thought that I would hang it over my dresser, but this makes me think that maybe I should just rest it on top instead. That leaves space for something else to go over the dresser :). I'm also on the hunt for chandeliers. I have one in my living and one in my bedroom, but they are the WACKEST. lol. Idk if I can jazz them up. My mom says installation of new ones can be pretty costly. I'll look into it more.


I wish that I had another closet so that I could do something like this. My apartment has one closet and it's miniscule. I do have a back hallway that I think can be salvaged. I have some great ideas that I'm going to work on and see if I can make that space a part of my house. I'm thinking a dressing room...yea...that will probably be the most enjoyable part of all if I can figure out how to make it work.


A tall book case is something I can't believe I didn't just think up on my own. Space near the ceiling is usually not utilized, but for a small apartment like mine not only does it need to be, it can also make a room seem less crowded and more open by bringing the eye up.


I LOVE this couch treatment. The throw over the back of the couch and the additional one to the side are lovely to me. I will most likely be using that. OMG if I could find a furry black throw...divine. I've also always loved throw pillows because they can just be so darn cute. I'm excited that now I can buy any one I see that I like because I will find a place for it no matter what. The deer head in the frame is also a fantastic idea. The other day I saw a picture of a shelf with a vase full of beautiful flowers in it within a frame. I was going to do that (and I still may), but seeing this has opened my eyes to the vast possibilities. Another thing that's important about this picture is the use of shelving. I'm not sure if my landlord will let me add some anywhere, but it's my hope that he gives me the thumbs up.


Old jars for tea lights! Brilliant! I'm going to stop throwing mine away immediately.


I just keep my qtips, cotton balls, etc in the bags/boxes/containers that they come in, but this is definitely a cuter idea. Makes things more accessible too.


Another great basket idea! I've always had problems storing linens and bath items. This is a perfect solution for me. The flower in the vase on the side is a cute addition. I could also put a nice lil sculpture over there.


I long ago decided that the space above the cabinets in my kitchen needed to be used. I was thinking about using fake plants, but bowls or other knick knacks could work too. I'll look into that more or just wait until I have that aha! moment when I see what I just KNOW belongs up there. lol


More random framing. People have such lovely ideas :)



all pics taken from the Small Space Style blog listed to the left.