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The Making of My Shelfie

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I heard the term “shelfie” sometime last year while reading some of my favorite blogs and thought, “what in the world is a shelfie”? To me a shelfie is a small space in your home to place things that you love. You can use books, bowls, plants, pictures, boards, statutes, basically just about anything.

It’s how they are placed that determines the beauty. I think if you have an eye for beauty and organization you can decorate a “shelfie”. It’s all about personal style and things you love. I believe that you should always use things that you love in your decor. So for my shelfie I used just that. See for yourself.

(My shelfie)
Okay, this is a file cabinet that was moved into my office a week ago. So I decorated the top of it as my “shelfie”. I used my poster board photo that I found at the Goodwill last year. I purchased some frames from the flea market and printed some photos off of Pinterest and placed them in the frames. Gorgeous pictures aren’t they? Then I purchased some branches and tall flowers and placed them in a vase. I added a blue and white cup for my decor and color. I placed my new Aerin Lauder Beauty at Home book (which I love) on the cabinet and I thought my Amazon Kindle (1st generation) looked good there also. I love my “shelfie” because it’s another extension of me. 
Thanks for reading!!!

Heart of the Home

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Photo by Flaunter on Unsplash
I read this recent quote from Vicente Wolf out of Southern Home magazine….
” In the most successful spaces, you don’t see everything at once. The more time you spend in them, the more you discover. They open up like flowers.”
I couldn’t agree with him more…..

Shopping for Faux Flowers

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I love faux flowers! I know a lot of people don’t but I just think they are a great substitution for flowers when the weather is cold. Here in Indiana, it’s hard finding certain flowers. But Hobby Lobby has made it easy to have beautiful flowers until the weather gets warm!

I went a few weekends ago to get some new floral pieces to “refresh” my bouquets at home and work. The selection was so grand! I had such a hard time narrowing down which flowers I wanted. But I purchased a few and will be back for more. See below what I bought and how I placed them. 
Gorgeous aren’t they!




So many to choose from.

The stargazer lilly. My absolute favorite!!



These would be great fillers.

Faux kale bushes… yes please!!

I loved these!! I will be going back for them!
I purchased these for my nightstand. I am not sure what they are.

I purchased a second bush for my reading area.

This is my big floral arrangement in my sitting room. I put some long green vines in it. 
I think it makes the arrangement look lush!

Another bouquet in my sitting room. 

This is a bouquet at work. I love it! It looks so grand on my desk!

As always thanks for reading!
(all photos via Mrs. Shockley)

Blue and White at Pier 1 Imports

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I recently made a trip to our local Pier 1 store. I must admit I have not been in years!!! It was a wonderful surprise when I walked in. All the beautiful dishes and decor. I loved the faux flowers. It was just stunning. They have now been added to my list of stores to visit for home decor.

What captured my eye were the beautiful blue and white ginger jars. They were on sale that day and I was able to purchase this one for about $23!! I was so excited!! I would encourage anyone to visit their local store. It will inspire you to create beauty….
My desk at work. If you wish to purchase this ginger jar click here. 
The vase is from T.J. Maxx and the faux flowers are from Pier I. 
(photo via Mrs. Shockley)

Sample Cleaning Schedule

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I love cleaning my home! I know that may sound weird but I do enjoy it. I posted a blog entry about Home-keeping with a Pet in April (see here) if you missed it. I have my own cleaning schedule and it helps me keep my home in order. While reading At Home with Madame Chic, author Jennifer L. Scott gave a sample cleaning schedule. I love cleaning schedules! Now you don’t have to create the same schedule but this list just gives you an idea of what a cleaning schedule for your home could be. Below is the list and also a video from Ms. Nikki. Enjoy!!!

Monday: Laundry (darks, and dedicates), dust, vacuum, mop floors, empty all trash

Tuesday: Laundry (whites and towels), ironing, bathrooms

Wednesday: Dust, vacuum, wash windows, change children’s sheets

Thursday: Kitchen detail cleaning, empty all trash

Friday: Change master bedroom sheets, dust, vacuum







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To watch this video on your mobile click here.





How to Fold a Towel

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I recently watched this video below from the Daily Connoisseur about how to fold a towel. I thought it was great!!! Check it out!

To watch it on your mobile click here.

Make your Office Chic

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I have been reading Jennifer L. Scott’s book At Home with Madame Chic: Becoming a Connoisseur of Daily Life for the last several weeks. I must say I love this book! But I expected it to be great because her first book Lessons from Madame Chic was just fantastic! Last week I gave a list of affirmations that one could say to themselves for confidence (see here) if you missed it. Today I am going to list some ideas from Jennifer about how to make your office chic.

In April I wrote a blog entry about office inspiration (see here) if you missed it. Below is the list and as always enjoy!!

1:  Forgo the typical generic storage containers found in most offices. You can use mini antique orchid pots to hold you pencils and pens. Use apothecary containers to house your paper clips and rubber bands.

(My office)

2:  Display pictures of loved ones in pretty antique frames.

(My chair at home, no throw rug but a throw is a great option)

3:  Lay out a throw rug.




(My home office on the left)

4:  Hang art on the wall that makes you happy when you look at it.

5:  Place a postcard from a faraway place by your computer to conjure up great memories.






(My oil warmer from Bath & Body Works)




6:  Use potpourri or dried lavender to keep the room smelling fresh.




(My guest chair at work)




7:  Keep a luxurious shawl on the back of your chair to stay warm in the air-conditioning.













8:  Keep a china teacup and saucer or your favorite mug on hand for coffee & tea breaks. Bring real silverware from home to keep lunchtime dignified (even if lunch is eaten at your desk).  See my blog entry (here) on how to eat alone. 












(My tulips)






9:  Bring a bouquet of flowers from your garden or from the farmers’ market and change out the water every day in the vase. It should last you all week. Or bring an orchid or African violet in to beautify your space. 




(all photos via Mrs. Shockley)