Right in between Thanksgiving and hosting a party for 100+ people, we moved. It was the worst and best timing, ever. I really love our new place and after my friend Meghan came to visit, it felt so cozy and more like home. The bedroom featured above is our guest room – isn’t it pretty? I love it so much and I think it’s because there’s no clutter. Our bedroom is always a disaster area with all the clothes and shoes. (PS that table below was $4 at a thrift shop. Oh yeah.)
It’s still lacking things like curtains and we lost so much kitchen space but moving is a great opportunity to get rid of all the stuff you think you need. I have about 6 pots and pans that I never use but stress about not having room for them. My mom gave me this amazing ceramic skillet for Christmas and now I feel like it’s the perfect excuse to get rid of all that non-stick stuff.
How was your 2014? Are you excited about the new year? I am. I so, so am. I’ll share more about that next week. Glad to be back to blogging.
30 Comments
January 2, 2015
Moving can be wonderful. Even though one year later I am still working on the little stuff, like decoration, curtains and stuff.
Enjoy your new home :)
January 2, 2015
It’s fun that it’s never REALLY done. Hoping to get curtains soon. I think it will eliminate the slight draft I feel while on the couch :)
January 2, 2015
Your place looks great! I’m glad the move worked out in between being so busy ;) Happy New Year Allie!!!
January 2, 2015
Thanks lady!! We thought about attempting to make our bed like you guys did but we’ll wait til we buy a king mattress.
January 2, 2015
Looks lovely and bright! Let’s hang soon. Glad to see you’re back to blogging.
Which ceramic skillet did you get? I have been seriously paring back on our possessions over the last couple of months, and I would recommend The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up if you’re looking for a “method” on purchasing goods and getting rid of ones you already have.
January 2, 2015
Yes let’s get coffee again soon. or I’ll come over because I still haven’t seen your place!!
I got the one from mercola.com – the 12 inch. It’s pretty huge but I love it. And totally buying that book now!
January 2, 2015
Beautiful home. I love how you put your books on shelf by colors. Happy new year!!
January 2, 2015
Thanks Eileen! We started doing that in our old place and I just love it. It’s funny how many more black and white books we have than other colors too!
January 2, 2015
The space looks great and I love the color of the floors! Great job styling the shelves with the camera and liquor. The symmetry + colors + shapes + designs look awesome together. *heart eyes emoji*
Also, your bed is kind of killer. Dat headboard, doeee.
Neha // http://nehasharmaphoto.com/blog
January 2, 2015
Thank you!! I must admit, Meghan and Adam really do help with styling. Sometimes I just struggle with figuring out how to make 3D spaces look good.
Thanks re: headboard. It’s from Overstock and super affordable. That’s our guest bedroom. Master bedroom pics coming later!!
January 2, 2015
Love your bedroom… and your bed!
January 2, 2015
Thanks Ashlee! It’s our guestroom actually – come visit! :D
January 2, 2015
I absolutely LOVE it! So fresh and so you two! XO!
January 3, 2015
Thanks my dear!!!
January 2, 2015
It looks so, so lovely! I admire your integration of color – it still looks minimalist even with a splash here and there.
I’m a stickler for no clutter too and it’s funny because I grew up in a super cluttered house. My mom thinks that minimalist decor looks sterile, but I’d honestly be happy as a clam sitting a room with white walls, a desk and a bed.
I’m doing the Apartment Therapy January “Cure.” Have you ever tried it?
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/categories/the-january-cure
January 3, 2015
That was totally my friend Meghan. I was aiming at stark white/grey but she was like – “hey you love color. we can do it well.” I’m so glad I trusted her!! Checking out Cure now!
January 2, 2015
looks great Allie!!
January 3, 2015
Thanks k-pal :)
January 2, 2015
Your place is beautiful Allie! Looks so tranquil and cozy.
January 3, 2015
Thanks Ashli!! Can’t wait to catch up!
January 2, 2015
Your new place looks so fresh and bright. Are the string lights in the guest bedroom bright enough to act as a main source of light? My lantern lamp is too dull, so I’m considering a string light above the bed to be able to read/see at night.
January 3, 2015
Yes they are! I’m so surprised at how bright they are. They are slightly larger bulbs though so I would suggest getting some like that (not like traditional christmas lights). It adds such a great light source without a lamp!
January 3, 2015
Your new place looks great Allison! I also recently moved into my new place and I am still working on decorating it. I can totally relate to the excitement you must be feeling!
Happy New Year!
January 12, 2015
That’s so fun!! Does it feel like home yet?
January 4, 2015
Congrats, your home looks beautiful! We moved in September and just 3 days ago finally bought a couch. So, 3.5 months later, it finally feels like we live here. (PS, what thrift store did that table come from? I want.) :-)
January 12, 2015
Isn’t it weird how couches make you feel more settled?? The thrift store was Ohio Thrift! It was broken but we fixed it. Love goods finds like that.
January 8, 2015
Happy New Year! Your new guest room looks very inviting. How was the Christmas City Swap? I loved my package and received a nice e-mail from my swap partner saying that she enjoyed the package I sent. Looking forward to seeing the others.
January 12, 2015
I’m so glad you enjoyed the swap! And I’m so glad you got your gift!!
January 15, 2015
Love your house! Your style is simple and cozy! I also love the colors your use. We have a similar scheme in our house.
Also, random, but I read your blog often and since I saw that you want to post more in 2015, I nominated you for this blog thing I was nominated for. Just an interview-type post. Totally understand if you’re not interested, but if you are, info is here: https://comfortandchaos.wordpress.com/2015/01/15/sisterhood-of-the-world-bloggers-award/
January 20, 2015
Aw thanks for nominating me, Taylor!! Checking it out now!