Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Things that Make Me Happy


The first thing making me happy right now is this feature Apartment Therapy did on Wren's room. The lovely Lauren Hufnagl has always been wonderful to me and when she asked to share Wren's room last fall I was so excited. It looks like our little interview is up now and I want to thank everyone for their sweet comments. Thanks Lauren!

This prayer candle stole my heart, literally. It is unscented like all prayer candles, but even so I adore it. I light candles daily around our house and every time I light this baby up it reminds me to show a little extra love to others in my busy day (you can find it, and others here)


My sister and I did a shopping afternoon which usually comprises a whole lot of trying on and a small amount of buying but when we found this dress on sale at Anthro for $39 we had troubles deciding who would get it because there was only one. In the end she said she felt too 'Angelina Jolie' in it (???) but I think it will be my go-to dress this spring, pairing it with a denim jacket or leather moto jacket. 


And last, but definitely not least! this beautiful blanket from Hudson's Bay from my sister in law Kate (you may remember the makeover we gave her condo last year which you can see here). She surprised me with it a couple weeks ago and I smile every time I walk past it and cuddle up with it. Seriously, I won the sister in law lottery guys!! Thank you Kate, you know me so well.



Monday, March 3, 2014

Instagram Inspiration


I will admit I am an Instagram junkie. Not so much in posting every little thing that I am eatting/doing/seeing but I use it more as my little shot of happy by seeing the beauty that others are finding in their lives. I also love following friends and family, but I use it primarily as an inspiration tool.

The most wonderful part about it is that you can find some insanely talented, wonderful people and while they take breath taking or super cute pictures I love that we are seeing someones life in snapshots. Not magazine worthy, perfect moments. But these little moments and shots are often just as beautiful or even more so than those found in any lifestyle magazine. And that is perhaps my favorite thing about Instagram, it is almost like a persons individual lifestyle magazine because you will see everything from their home decor style to their personal fashion statements and more. It can definitely lead you to look for more beauty in your life.

Maybe I will make this a regular series, maybe not, but here are my current favorite feeds to follow.













Do you have one or two must-follow feeds?

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Blog Sale Part 2

Thanks so much to everyone who made last week's sale a huge success. It is a bit of a feat to organize and arrange everyone's pick up times but it is always fun to see everyone and where my things are finding new homes. With that said, here are the remaining items I need to clear out.

As all my home-item related sales are, EVERYTHING IS FOR LOCAL PICK UP ONLY! sorry to all my long distance friends and readers, but these awesome deals are only for fellow Edmontonians. Because I have had trouble in the past sorting out who emailed or responds first or who is just asking for more info, etc. I thought I would make it easy by simply allowing you to checkout straight away here so you know you either snagged it, or didn't. However, PLEASE EMAIL me at inthefunlane@gmail.com to arrange a pickup time to come get your item after you checkout. Or feel free to email me there as well if you have any other questions.


set of two ornate antique serving trays, one very large, the other average size
SOLD





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Set of two small grey ceramic urns. 21cm high, 16 cm in diameter.
[ $16 ]

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Single yellow finial.
[ $13 ]


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White enamel mail bin. can be hung
[ SOLD ]



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Antique postal scale.
[ $15 ]


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Antique pink urn lamp. It is fully functioning, but I would recommend getting a new wire kit just to be safe.
[ $25 ]


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Vintage brass mail sorter.
[SOLD]


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Barnboard organizer. I used  it for many years for my knob collection (shown but not included, sorry!) but no longer need to hoard handles and knobs. 28 inches high by 22 inches wide. Bin labels can be changed as needed.
[ $60 ]


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Reupholstered antique office chair. Adjustable height, back, recline. Wheels all roll nicely. A very cool and unique piece!
[ SOLD ]


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Antique wire crate.
[ $15 ]


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Hand embroidered (by moi!) 'I wish *' hoops.
[ $35 ]


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Large wire urn
[ $15 ]


Thanks again guys! You always make this so fun to do.


 
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