The Importance of Proportion

When hanging anything on your wall proportion is very important.  Hanging something that is too small on a wall can make the room seem smaller.  This can also be true for pictures or objects that are too large for the space can make them look like they were hung without intention.

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Recently I had this issue.  You will see the before and after pictures below.  The problem we had was that the existing picture although a fantastic fun piece was too small for the wall.  Trust me I got a lot of flack for trying to move the Caddyshack painting!  Also don't mind the golf clubs in the picture.  They are a permanent fixture in the living room.  We decided to move it to a better location and filled the space with shelves. The shelves we got are the floating ones from Ikea.  They are simple to hang and have the clean lines we wanted. We didn't have a lot of space to display books or the pictures in the living room so the added bonus was that the shelves allowed us to add more accents to the room. (My favorite part). 

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Before

 

After
 

You will also see in the after picture we added a table with a lamp between the sofa and the chair this created a warmer cozier space by making a more intimate seating area.  It helped define the space.  Small changes with things we already had around the house pulled the living room together.

Sunday Funday - Skulls and Stars

One of my favorite places to eat in Bankers Hill area of San Diego is Barrio Star.  Not just because the food is AMAZING (what I would do for a homemade corn tortilla with jalapeno butter right now) but because the décor and ambiance is super fun. 

I love the bright colors with the festive and eclectic décor.  The seating makes for easy movement throughout the restaurant.  The space is open yet intimate enough you aren't yelling to hear the person across the table from you.   You find the little details everywhere throughout the space allowing your eye to wander freely and excite your creative side.  Welp, at least mine. 

 

Here are some of my favorite details in the space.   I love the chairs with the Eiffel Tower style leg.  This was an original design by Charles Eames  The skull detail at the top of the light with the chandelier lights.  Some of the tables are covered in the a faux ostrich leather.  The star lights add a fun detail and help define the hostess check in.  The last picture is the underside of the lights.  When you look up you see all of the writing inside. 

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Oh and did I mention the Jalapeno Margarita! Oh YUMMM. 

Happy 4th of July

The fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays.  I have the best family memories from this day.  This year it will be very different for me as this will be the first time I am away from home.  This will also be the first year without my amazing Grandpa.  Today reminds me so much of him and the pride and honor he felt for our country.  Pop I miss you everyday and will be thinking of you.

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Whenever I see the American Flag I think of my Pop and smile.  Here are some fun inspiring photos for the 4th of July and a couple DIY projects from some awesome blogs!  

Fun Luminaries

Fun Easy Wreath

Ferry ride to Catalina

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Last but absolutely not least, my favorite picture of my Grandpa on 4th of July in 2006. I love you and will be celebrating thinking of you!