Monday, March 18, 2013

Moving into Ikea!

I think I might move  house…….I have found a ‘little house’ which is just me. Even my daughter thought so. After days of shifting furniture, scrubbing and painting I was really ready for a little retail therapy so DNo 1 and I decided to have a look at Ikea on Thursday morning. Lunch was not really very exciting but there were so many inspirational displays that made up for it. This little area was just made for me, I am sure. I think you will agree it’s very cute.
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I just love this mix of taupe, pink and white.  I could live in a house with just those colours!!  Our beachhouse is not a house that could be comfortable with that colour palette. Isn’t it funny how some things just don’t go. It’s ok though, I’ll just go to Ikea to get my fix!! My two beautiful daughters had organised a surprise for me on Thursday afternoon and had booked me in to have a full body massage. It was wonderful….we had the first real rain for months and it was so relaxing listening to that while I had my massage. What a wonderful way to recharge my batteries!

Suzy
 
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28 comments:

  1. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMarch 18, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    It is cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. MicupofteaMarch 18, 2013 at 11:04 PM

    Retail therapy...scope for the imagination. The colors are just lovely. Have a great week :)

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  3. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)March 19, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    I love going to IKEA!
    I love that look too, will need to find a way to get there soon.
    Thanks for sharing this,
    Cindy

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  4. TerriMarch 19, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    Hello Suzi,
    I love going to Ikea. All the rooms are so fun to walk through. The room you love is gorgeous with those colors! I do know what you mean about some colors and themes not fitting every dwelling.
    Your daughters are sweet setting you up with a massage! Yay for you!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  5. Veronica RothMarch 19, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Hi Suzi, I was just at Ikea myself the other day. Don't they have some lovely stuff just now? I bought the cream enameled pitcher and have some forced cherry blossoms in it just now. So much fun for so little money!

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  6. rjerdeeMarch 20, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    Oh, I TOTALLY love IKEA. Every time I walk in there, I feel as if I've come home. Everything is orderly, clean, brilliantly displayed, affordable, and attainable. I go there about four times a year for a home-again hit.

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  7. Judith @ Lavender CottageMarch 20, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    I enjoyed your tablescapes and like the choice of colours.
    A massage is definitely the way to relax and recharge as I go every month - for half an hour.
    Judith

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  8. DawnMarch 20, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    Love Ikea, but the nearest one is 2.5 hours away. Thanks for sharing at the Cabin.

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  9. MichelleMarch 20, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    Ikea is such a great store! I just want to buy, buy, buy, whenever I go there. The rose covered tray is so pretty. Happy Spring! ~Michelle

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  10. chateau chicMarch 20, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Ikea has so much great stuff and good ideas! Fun place to browse and shop.
    Mary Alice

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  11. MaytagNMomMarch 20, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    I love IKEA too- yup, I could live there if they'd let me!

    Wonderful tablescape- lovin' the roses!

    Thank you for sharing with the rest of the world! Always great to see creative minds at work. :)

    Visiting from WOW Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style linky party
    Smiles,
    Suz @MaytagNMom
    NW Illinois
    Link To My Party Project This Week

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  12. Martha's FavoritesMarch 20, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Hi Suzi: Love your new Ikea table decor. That store is so much fun. Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha

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  13. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMarch 20, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    That is a very cute spot and I can see why you like it. I love the colour pallette; so spring like! Love the table of china too. We don't have an Ikea here unfortunately. Thank you for sharing and coming to tea.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  14. MarlisMarch 21, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    OOh how i miss Ikea. I used to go all the time when I lived in Germany, but alas, there isn't one around here!!! The trays and the sweet corner are my favorites. Thanks so much for sharing. Happy Spring!! xo marlis

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  15. The TablescaperMarch 21, 2013 at 11:00 AM

    I've never know Ikea to have so much color! Love it.

    - The Tablescaper

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  16. My Dream CanvasMarch 21, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    This looks lovely.I am visiting you via No Minimalist Here. I would love for you to stop by My Dream Canvas. I am hosting a Giveaway for my blog's birthday. Please join in if you like it :)

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  17. DianeMarch 21, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Such a great tour - so much more fun than looking at things online! I did love all of the pink - wow!

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  18. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMarch 21, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    It's funny that I have had Ikea on my list and now I really need to get there! Love all the displays.

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  19. we three dogs and meMarch 22, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    So pretty. I could be compy there . Love the table setting, Pretty in pink.

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  20. Susan FreemanMarch 22, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Love the beachy colors!

    Big Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  21. Chubby ChiequeMarch 23, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    Very Swedish, Sus! Worlds largest Ikea just a 6 min fromma house. I love the inexpensive stuffs. I am posting some Ikea products nåt week.

    Hope u find lots of fun things.

    Greetings from Stockholm,
    /CC girl

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  22. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMarch 23, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    It is always fun to go to Ikea. Last trip there I fell in love with their white wood flooring. Thought about using it in our basement finishing but decided it just wasn't practical. Went with a old barn look. Almost ready to lay it and I can't wait! Love the pretty dishes. I love these colors. Especially for Spring. I don't use alot of them in my home other than holidays. I lean more to reds, aquas, and greens. Hopped over from Let's Dish. Happy to be a new follower. I have a link party, Share Your Cup Thursday. It's all about sharing what makes you happy. Would love if you shared some time!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  23. The TablescaperMarch 24, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    Great to have you at Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  24. RobinfromCAMarch 24, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    OK, I'm going to IKEA on Monday! I saw a few things I absolutely "need" to have!
    Have a lovely weekend,
    Robin

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  25. Alycia NicholsMarch 24, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    A massage AND a romp through the IKEA store...that's livin', my friend! I'm counting the days until we get our first one here in my area. I might even start a little "IKEA Fund" jar on the kitchen counter into which I shall demand that my husband empty all loose change every evening. The store isn't scheduled to open until late 2014, so I think I might be able to accumulate quite a tidy sum by then! :-)

    Glad you enjoyed yourself! Hope your weekend is going along fine!

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  26. sandyMarch 26, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    OH, how wonderful! A massage to the sounds of relaxing rain. Would you believe I've never been to an IKEA? it looks wonderful! I could move in there also!

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  27. KathyMarch 27, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    I did a quick visit about 10 days ago - way too quick - but, we had to get back home -LOVE IKEA! They do have a marvelous way of displaying things - will show what I got soon! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  28. An Oasis in the DesertMarch 27, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    I love IKEA! Those displays are adorable!

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