But hey it's Monday at My Home so I hope this makes your Monday come a little easier! Or so I would like to think!
I was wondering how I was going to afford these gorgeous lamps from Marshalls, but I realized I could take back the lamps I had gotten there for my birthday. We never used the lamps because they were so bright they hurt your eyes, which defeats the purpose of having lamps. The people at Marshalls were so sweet and let me exchange them for these beauties!
For some reason lamps are just something I forget about but have no idea why, I think they complete a room so well!
I also thought it was time to give our bookshelf a little attention. I got fun wrapping paper, yes wrapping paper, and used some tape and put it on the backside of the bookshelf. Not too shabby huh? I turned the books around to make the bookshelf look less busy and pull more attention to the paper but my Mom said she thinks it's disrespectful to books so I will probably switch them back!
Are you really surprised I moved the cowhide? It's now in the family room. The constant perfectionist in me can't be satisfied plus how else am I going to squeeze in a workout?!
That's it for this Monday!
Luvs!
The lamps look great and papering the bookshelves is such a great idea! You might have inspired me..hmm..
ReplyDeleteLOVE the lamps, LOVE the paper, LOVE everything you do!:) The room is so bright and cheery!
ReplyDeleteDisrepectful to books? Why shouldn't books have a nice environment to live in?! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLove the wallpaper Leah! And I like the books turned that way ;)
ReplyDelete~Kiri
LOVE the wrapping paper in the bookcase...it totally looks like the immensely popular Cole and Sons Birch wallpaper!
ReplyDeletelooks great!
ReplyDeletedo you turn your books around in the shelves?
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Ok first, those lamps are gorgeous. very glam, and sophisticated. second, LOVE the wrapping paper. what a smart use, and frugal idea. third, the books turned around a great. i've done that before and love the look that it creates, i also take the covers off if they have one. fourth, loved this monday at my home!
ReplyDeleteLeah, this room looks better and better every time you post! I love it!
ReplyDeleteSo funny- I'm always moving things from room to room too! I love your new lamps- they are perfect for the space. I was thinking when you showed the room before that lamps like that would be great. I like your mom's attitude toward the books, they're probably up there in the shelf right now chatting to each other about how rude you are! Ha:)
ReplyDeleteOh, I forgot to mention that I love how you lined the shelves. The paper is great- so maybe the books enjoy looking that direction! :)
ReplyDeletenice lamps! love the wallpaper and the books as they are... when you're bored of that look then - which them switch them around! :)
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that's wrapping paper! It looks like my favourite (and very expensive) wallpaper from Cole and Son! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteI love that fact that you put wrapping paper on your bookshelf! Very smart! I saw someone do a whole wall that way and it looked great! You did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteThose lamps are fantastic. And the shelves look great. I agree, the books have the best view now! So fun to do a switch up. Happy Monday.
ReplyDeletethe lamps look great! i'm glad you were able to return the ones you bought previously so easily.
ReplyDeleteI love the large round lamp, and the wall paper idea is really genius. Cheap and cute! And I agree with your mama, turn those books around young lady! Lol.
ReplyDeletewrapping paper is amazing! love what you did with it.
ReplyDeleteI love the paper on the back-this is one time when this mom will allow disrespect. LOL!
ReplyDeleteDid you have to trim the paper or was it wide enough?
I think the paper looks awesome but I think if the books were turner around with the spine showing it would add more color and tie in well with the paper and design. :)
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That Looks awesome! I can't believe it's wrapping paper! Great idea!
ReplyDeleteThose lamps are fab, Leah! They are sophisticated and understated yet so stylish!
ReplyDeleteI do adore paper on the back of bookcases...in fact just bought some over the weekend to do my own.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love lots of books in them...some may say not, but books are amazing, and lots of them just show that the person who owns them is a genius.
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These lamps are gorgeous! I love how they're not totally transparent nor translucent. They're fantastic. And the wrapping paper on the back of the bookshelf.. love! Hope you had a great Monday Leah!
ReplyDeleteI love that idea. I've been wanting to do the exact same thing to the bookshelves flanking our television in the living room but I've been putting off spending the money on wallpaper... It would make my picture frames pop.
ReplyDeleteWhere did you find that gift wrap? It's adorable.
Love the lamps and the paper in the shelf! Really brings it to life. Great job!
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love the lamps and the bookshelves look fab girly~ you have great style!
ReplyDeleteHa ha ha, this is the first time I read about disrespectful book shelf :) so funny :), btw, I LOVE how neat and tidy your house is, I really admire your dedication :))
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The book shelf looks great! The wrapping paper was a great idea too!
ReplyDeleteAre the lamps mercury glass? They are gorg!! Thanks for the intro today on Design Refuge, you are a sweet heart!
ReplyDeleteAmy
That paper is great. Love the look!
ReplyDeleteAdore the lamps!!!! Great paper too!
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