Michelle Lee Interiors: mid century modern

Friday

Etsy Luv: The Arbitrarium

Plycraft Swivel Desk Chair - Mid Century Modern

It's no secret that I have a special place in my heart for Mid Century Modern decor. Last night, I was perusing Etsy and came across the sweet little shop called The Arbitrarium. I love every. single. item. in this shop. But here are a few of my favorites:

Loving the antiqued brass bowl! Perfect for keys in the entryway or jewelry on your bedside table. And these spice jars could make for a super cute place to keep your buttons, paperclips, or pins!

Vintage Brass Partridge Quail Figurines - Paper Weights

Those partridge quail figurines are precious! And yes, my obsession with owls continues.

Set of 4 Pewter Cups (Jefferson by Leonard) - Pewter Bowls

I'm seeing a theme. I apparently love little bowls! But stylish and functional is right up my ally! So stop by The Arbitrarium and let me know what you think!

Have a great weekend!

I was in no way, shape, or form, compensated for this post. Just wanted to share a great find.

Monday

Once upon a time, there was a desk...

...it had beautiful modern lines and a mere $30 price tag on Craigslist. So me, the mister, and the pup hopped in the truck and headed west to Oklahoma. Two hours and a venti Skinny Vanilla Latte later, I had her safely placed in the garage ready to get my sand on.

This desk got me thinking. This could be the inspiration for our office/craft room. We currently have a formal dining room and eat-in kitchen (check them out here). However, a formal dining room doesn't really fit into our personalities or lifestyle, so why not turn that room into a craft room? Done. Now I just have to figure out what direction I want to go with the room, and my new-found desk, and put something together as a mini inspiration board.

A couple of days ago, I showed you all some mid-century modern eye candy I'd been lusting over. I knew I wanted to marry the modern style of the desk with other traditional and rustic pieces. This ensures I get the style and comfort that I want in the room, and the Mr. gets a space he wants to work in as well. Here's what I came up with:

Chair-Urban Outfitters
Desk-CB2
Sideboard-All Modern
Numbered Wall Art-Layla Grayce
Colored Egg Vases-West Elm
Deer Head-Z Gallerie
Yellow Rug-Rugs USA
Striped Vase-Target
Owl Pillow-CHiASSO
Medallion Yellow Pillow-Layla Grayce

I'm so excited to start on our new space! First things first...I feel a desk makeover in my near future.

Friday

I'm Lovin' It

Happy Friday everyone! I'm currently on a mission to find an entryway table (remember, I told you about that here), a desk for our office/craft room, and a chair and ottoman for the corner of our living room. Well lately, I've been lusting (that's right, lusting) over the clean lines, sleek look, and breezy feel of anything Mid Century Modern. I've got some major eye candy for you that brings that 1950s decor into the 21st century...and I'm lovin' it! Oh yeah, I say the word "love" way too much in this post. So don't mind me, I'm just that excited about all of these inspiration photos and the thought of potentially getting this look in our home! Enjoy!