The Buddha's Back in Town

*sung to the tune of 'The Boys are Back in Town'* I think most people have some type of collection, whether they realize it or not. Somewhere over time, Hubby and I started collecting Buddhas. We each had a couple before moving in together and have acquired a couple more since: an unintentional collection was born.

Neither of us are Buddhist, although I can certainly identify with some of their principles.  My only tattoo (so far) is of a stylized yin yang and reminds me about the necessity for balance in everything.  But enough philosophizing, I simply find Buddha statues pretty.

A few days ago, I found and unpacked our box o' Buddhas.  In the apartment, all the Buddhas hung out together on one shelf, but I had a different plan for the house.  The Buddhas are now dispersed in various rooms and their mere presence makes me feel more at home.

Next? It's time to start getting some curtains up so the house feels even more like home.

Stay tuned for my next post featuring my first (hopefully)successful Craigslist scavenge!

Anthropologie Weakness

I feel like a kid in a candy store every time I step into Anthropologie.  Its a weakness.  I'll usually put blinders on and beeline for the sale area, but alas with a new house I've been falling in love with non-sale items.  I won't be purchasing anything until we have finished unpacking and the items we currently have all get homes, but until then, I will be drooling over these items.

*The Decorista

Furniture hunting

...for what, I'm not  entirely sure.  The found buffet that we were hoping could turn into a TV stand is dwarfed by our new 42" tv and I can't bring myself to spend the money on the Pottery Barn one I like, so I'm on the prowl.  I want to create a focal point but I'm not quite sure how yet.  I have many ideas.  Most of my ideas, however, involve finding a vintage piece, or vintage parts and creating something awesome.  I won't be able to go antique shopping  for a few weeks at least, but I'm already planning trips: New England Demolition & Salvage

Salvage Chic Antiques

I grew up in a house of antiques and I am excited to welcome them into our new home strategically.  I'm super excited to start living there and watch the house evolve.  The more stuff I bring over, the more anxious I get-  7 days left of apartment living!!

I know I promised to post every day, but let's be realistic folks.  My realistic goal is to post every WEEKDAY.  Weekends seem to fill up far to fast as it is.

Have a good weekend!