Okay, so yesterday I took inventory of the things I love and detest most about our home.  (And for time’s sake, I’m just talking interior…the exterior is a whole ‘nother ball game.)  Following Real Simple‘s “What’s Your Decorating Style?” article featured in the March 2010 issue, I was on to Step Two.  This step required me to compile a plethora of small objects, momentos, jewelry and even clothing that makes me feel joyful and inspired.  I browsed around the house picking out my favorite home accessories then made my way into my bedroom to grab some lovable clothes and jewelry.  Here’s the Little Lovies Stash I ended up with:

I found it beneficial to take a picture of my stash.  For some reason, seeing my items in a photograph was like seeing them for the first time.  My pile of favorites included the following:

(a starfish from Everett’s nursery, a white ceramic box given to me by my Grandma, a Burrow’s Tail planted in a white IKEA pot, 2 textural stick spheres, a white porcelain artichoke gifted by Handy Hubby, a light green IKEA vase and a woven table runner beneath all of that)

(a false book – the kind that you open to find hidden storage inside – in a geometric black-and-white patterned fabric and a playful wooden airplane from Goodwill that reminds me of my boys)

(a pair of crystal earrings from my Grandma that resemble mini disco balls and reflect light like no other)

(a pair of dark skinny jeans, a white rouched cotton v-neck shirt, a bold turquoise bracelet and a green beaded necklace make up my feel-good outfit)

(my read of the moment, Amy Butler’s Midwest Modern, which contains fun photos of nature-inspired punchy fabrics) 

(framed black-and-white pics of my boys)

(yet another succulent potted in light pink)

That concludes my Little Lovies stash.  Without deciphering the items too much (that comes later in the week), it seems I’m drawn to little things that I have emotional connections with versus items with hefty price tags.  Hey, that could be a good thing!  What itty bitties or clothes make you smile?  Try grouping them together and taking a picture for a different viewpoint.  Stay tuned for Step Three where I take a mini-vacay and attend the Oscars!  A girl can dream…