Put some zig zag in it....

I'm rounding out my week of colorful zig zags with some pretty rooms that have incorporated the ever beloved pattern. Plus a couple of DIY ideas for adding some Zigs to your space. I'm going to enjoy the weekend with my kids and husband (who finally came home from work- He works away from home so we are always excited when he gets back! We are planning to loaf alot, watch the U of M game on Saturday and cook something yummy for fall--White Chili anyone? What are you up to? Hope it's warm and cozy...

 Check these out...

Decor Pad

Amy Meier Design

Emily Walker House and Home

DIY  Zig Zag painted table via Pinterest

you could always just paint your nails....

DIY Chevron keepsake (5x7)


I made one like this recently for my husbands cousin's daughters wedding (lol) I included it in the card along with some $$
I liked it some much that I made one for our house too-you just can't go wrong with the chevron! Anyway it's super easy if you have photoshop or something like that just download a zig zag pattern (find one here from the blog Sprik Space), upload and position it halfway up the page-add some letters, dates, words, etc, print on some lux paper (I used Epson Velvet Fine Art paper) and voila-instant, meaningful, art. You can always convo my Etsy shop and I can do it for you if don't feel the urge to DIY!

Etsy Artist Finds....

Well in keeping with my Wednesday tradition I've trolled Etsy in search of cool things that (loosely) go along with my weekly theme. I am exploring some fall decorating trends including zig zags, crochet and deep bright colors. This journey was sparked by the Missoni frenzy over at Target. Even though they're sold out you can always shop at Etsy folks! lol-but seriously here's a little shop with some cute pillows to dress up the house this fall...


Habitation Inc: This Indianapolis, IN shop stocks pillows and some crocheted housewares that are perfect for some fall color and texture. Shop owner Lesley Herron says that she began making her own home fashions originally because she was decorating on a tight budget. She decided to share her talents with us too and Habitation Inc was born.Her shop is a collection of handmade Bohemian Chic & Modern Eclectic pillows and home décor.  She enjoys using various designer fabrics, handwoven Uzbeki ikats, vintage hand dyed Japanese shiboris and reclaimed burlap coffee sacks.

Check it out...

Monday Inspirations...Multicolor and Zig Zag

Considering all the madness that Target created when it dropped it's colorful swirls and zig-zaggy Missoni Collection last week, I decided to explore this further. The collection features products including knits, in vibrant hues that go well with fall. The color palette features deep purples, hot  pinks, harvest yellows, brown and rust and are intermingled with black and white. Rest assured folks there are still plenty of zig-zag products in multicolored hues out there on the internet, but what you won't find (cheap)is Missoni on the label. I could put my grandmother back into the workforce though! Virginia makes a mean afghan! lol-just kidding Grams! Here's a few similar finds to re-create the look of this prized collection...

Hope you like...

1. Crochet Knit Zig-Zag Pillow-$42 Craftaria on Etsy

2. Amalfi Zig-Zags on lots of products from The MacBeth Collection

3. Smocked Sweater dress $22.80  Forever 21

4. Gradated Waves Scarf  $10.80 Forever 21

5. Rust Chevron Curtain Panels-pair $130 Castle Creek Designs-Etsy

6. Colorful pillows from Madeline Weinrib

7.  Colorful ceramics from Jill Rosenwald

8. Nomad Footwear Turquois Monet Puddles $52-Shoes.com