• DIY Chalkboard Tray

    A couple weeks ago, I drove by my favorite craft store, Hobby Lobby, and let me tell you, that place is so amazing that it makes every 25 miles trip to their closest store from my home worth it. I went inside to get a few things for a future DIY project, and could not pass up these beautiful gingham handles. Immediately I thought they would look great on a tray and why not a chalkboard tray. If needed, sand off any rough areas and wipe it clean for smooth surface. Apply 2 layers of chalkboard paint and let it dry for three hours.

  • Zara Home debuts online

    One of my favorite fast fashion stores is Zara, a Spanish clothing store. Zara just launched their Zara Home line in the United States market on October 9th.  After a few years of only being able to buy overseas their great home products, I’m very happy to be able to buy all these beautiful things online now. And enjoy free shipping during October! Here are some Be What We Love favorite Zara Home items: Edison Jar Day Frame Vincent Towel Lawrence Dinnerware Roccoco Tea Set Kingston Napkin Ring (Set of 4)

  • Inspiration: Monogram

    Monograms done right are elegant and sophisticated.  How classy is a monogrammed LL Bean tote at the beach or for running errands around town ? Anything monogrammed makes a great hostess gift, or a nice splurge for yourself. Paper Goods: TinyPrints (notecards), DaisyDays (cupcake wrapper). Totes & Bags: LL Bean (tote), Pottery Barn (cosmetic bags and stripe totes). Linens and Bedding: Restoration Hardware (bedding and towels), Horchow (linen napkins). Kitchen Goods: Anthropologie (mugs), So Sweet Wedding (chocolate wrapper),  More Than Paper (monogrammed plates), DecorPad (dish towel).

  • Something Blue

    Today being a blue day for soccer fans in my homeland, I decided to surround myself with everything that I love. And re-reading my most-missed magazine, Domino, is on the top of my list and followed by getting some house project done around our condo. These beautiful blue rooms made me dream of having some extra walls here to paint.  Maybe a guest room or nursery someday?  In any case, I hope your blues are on your walls, and not your heart.