A while back I took a stroll through HomeGoods. I found a lovely little lamp that was calling my name. The pretty little lamp was turquoise and I knew she was comin’ home with me. What’s so interesting about that? I have zero turquoise in my home. In fact, with warm colors dominating most of our home, there isn’t even a spot where turquoise seemed to fit in. And believe me, I tried. My husband has seen this lamp in EVERY room now. As I see it, there is really only one solution. Redecorate an entire room around a lamp. That’s right! I’m doin’ it. I have fallen in love with the color and I have been craving a change. Those of you who have stuck around long enough to see the myriad of throw pillows that have sat comfortably on my couch might be rolling your eyes right now! I was afraid to leap off into the land of cooler colors, but thanks to my new favorite lamp . . . I am well on my way. In fact, I am diving head first. Here is a little glimpse of the direction I am going. 
I had planned to show you a candlestick makeover that I have been working on. All was going smoothly until the top of the candlestick fell off in my hands. Not at all cool. So it is currently sitting in my garage with a heavy weight on top while the wood glue goes to work. The best laid plans! What about you? Have you designed an entire room around one little piece? I would love to hear that I am not alone! Tomorrow I will be showing you a great little Ikea find that has done wonders on my junk drawer! Who knew a junk drawer in my house could actually look good.
Oooh what a nice colour. I love that chevron cushion too. I haven't had the opportunity to really get stuck into decorating our living space as yet, as we are renovating and nothing really compliments my concrete floor 🙁 I can only dream…
So I'm assuming your "drunk drawer" is the one you lean on when you've had a few too many? Hahaha! It's easy to get tongue tied with that one.
Megs 🙂
YAY For change!! it is going to be lovely..
Everyone always says you need a "starting" point when decorating a room. If it just happens to be a lamp, so be it! I love the color and can't wait to see the finished room. LOL about what Meg said about the "drunk drawer"!
Loving the new direction! Saw that lamp at our Home Goods, thought the same thing, "now, where would I put that?" Ha, now I can tell hubby I am not the only one who redesigns rooms because of one little find!!! I love chocolate and blue, as you know, so can't wait to see it all. Okay, I just about fell off my stool when I came across "drunk" drawer!! And no, you may not edit the post. LOL
I have the same lamps.. actually mine are a little brighter turquoise. I love them so much that I would decorate a room around them too! Can't wait to see it all finished!
Oh, dear . . .and I definitely meant junk! Sorry, Lauren, I am editing for sure! Too funny. I am a little tempted to leave it!
Cant wait to see the big picture, and I love the lamp, and yes I would totally decorate an entire room around a lamp!
That is a gorgeous lamp. I am such a sucker for lamps, and you found a great one!
Love the lamp. The shade of blue is so soft and pretty!
I actually was inspired by my Yellow peacoat to come up with an entire moodboard for our Master Bedroom and bathroom 🙂
absolutely. that is where is like to start. i am such a sucker for lamps at home goods. i think i could buy one every time i go, they just have such great selection!
Sorry to hear about your candlestick project! But–your new lamp color is gorgeous! Love that chevron pillow.
I would for sure plan a room around a single lamp. I think when you find one it's a great jumping off point!
Love, love, love! And of course i have designed an entire space around one thing…doesn't everyone??? (c: I did that in my little girl's room…the entire color palette came from a pillow! Your Cheveron pillows look amazing…
P.S. We need more pictures (c:
You know how I feel about the color 😉 I am going to live vicariously through you!
Since my furniture is mostly neutral, I have changed the colors with accessories and pillows a dozen times and even seasons, so I totally understand. Hugs, Marty
Do it Do it!! I can't wait to see what all you come up with. And I don't think it's crazy at all 🙂 Lamps are so worthy of such a redesign!
You always need a starting point for great design, the lamp is perfect. I can't wait to see your new design plan. I've always been a warm color person, but suddenly the cools are calling my name.
I love finding that inspiration piece and then take off from there! I can't wait to see how things transform! Have fun!!
I love turquoise. I have also been working on finding a good color temperature in my home. I feel like the mix of warm and cool makes things interesting. I can't wait to see what you come up with. I just found your blog recently and love it.
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I have seen that lamp before and love it too, but don't have a place for it. So, no more on those previous pillows?? And so funny about the "drunk drawer"!!
Your pillows are great and so is that lamp! I have designed a room all around a turquoise night stand so I know exactly what you mean. It's fun though. You'll have a ball and I can't wait to see what you do.
Love the color and the pillows are adorable. Can't wait to see the finished product of the candlesticks! You always pull off amazing little crafts (:
Sometimes all you need is one piece to push you in a direction you've been wanting to go down for awhile. Love the lamp and the pillows!
Did you ever explain the pink towel mommy secret from your kitchen makeover post? I feel like there is some great mystery that will make my life easier/better and I'm missing out! =)
I feel the same way about fabric!
That lamp looks fabulous! Love the shape and color. I can't wait to see how it all turns out!
You're obviously drawn to that color for a reason. Plus I think it would look really fabulous with the lime green that you love so much if you want to pull it into other rooms! Yummy….and totally gets me in the mood for spring!
I have those lamps and I LOVE them! Great color
Haha, I love it! Changing a room around a lamp sounds perfectly good to me!!
I am so jealous there isn't a Home Goods close to me! That and a Hobby Lobby is all I ask! 🙂
you KNOW i love that color direction! i even have that target chevron pillow.