Whimsical Woods

Okay. I get it. Coles and Son's famous 'Woods' wallpaper is cool. Like, super cool. It's not that I have been living in some cave in northern Alberta, nor is it that I didn't like this great pattern the second I saw it. It's pretty much perfection with wallpaper paste.

But I just didn't want to admit to myself how much I love it and need it to be a part of MorganHouse. Nothing says I’M BORING, SAFE AND GO ALONG WITH EVERYONE ELSE like thinking the only option for decorating is following everyone else's lead. I hate to be one with the crowd.

And although I like to be a leader, not a sheep - isn't this wall paper awesome?!? I couldn't take it any longer, and decided that I need it for the back of my buffet and hutch. Or as fabric (yeahuh! Totally available in fabric now *heart*) for an occasional chair in our bedroom. But, did you know it's kind of expensive? Like... $198 for 50sf of paper? Humf. So now I'm left here to think of a way to get some of that pretty tree-lovin-goodness in my house, for about.. $25. Hopefully there will be progress posts to come.

Teenage Decorating

I have loved interior design for as long as I can remember - I was just telling my hubby last night that I used to rearrange my room constantly when I was younger. I also have always loved drawing. Well, put those two together, add some teenage angst, and here's what you get!

{Please don't judge me for the purple walls - I mean purple was, like, totally cool in grade 11.}

What did your teenage room look like?

Kitchen Art

Although our kitchen has been renovated for a long time (er, like 1 1/2 years...), it has never really felt complete to me. I wanted to bring in a little artwork and colour, but was unsure how to get a hint of colour yet preserve the general feeling of the room.

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I grabbed my trusty scissors and got cuttin! Well, after I made blue pattern paper on the computer and printed it, since I couldn't find any scrapbooking paper I like (what do you mean I'm too picky?!) And, what do you think! Also a tiny peak at my kitchen - more photos to come, I promise.

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Used Victoria - The Hunt!

There are so many wonderful things for sale on UsedVictoria right now that it makes me tingle. But, because I recently promised my husband that I would not bring home any furniture or "projects" (heh, who am I kidding - all my furniture finds are projects) until our spare bedroom was cleaned out, I thought I would pass on my most tingle-worthy items currently for sale


Pure luxe, for only $250


Three tables for only $295!! Super cute


Sabby chic table - $110



Lovely dresser from the 1800's for only $150



Amazing side table for only $75!!!



Okay, truth be told, that last item really reeeeally made me beg my husband. No bites. I wonder if they would take $40....

Busy Girl!

I worked on a few projects yesterday - I'll give you a hint:

Nautical Cool

I’ve recently become obsessed (I never do things half fast) with the nautical look. It started with a fashion interest – but have quickly spread to interior design as well.

And what’s not to love? Crisp whites, bold navy, trendy stripes and a reason to use natural rope as much as humanly safe. Here are a few of my favourite nautical interior photos I’ve been lusting over – now what would work in *my* home?

Colour it Coral

Ever since getting the above ribbon in my possesion, I have been obsessing over why I don't already have some coral accessories in my house.

Here are a few rooms using coral that just make me love the colour even more!

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Psst.... over here!

Ola! That's right, I've been up to something the past few weeks. I'll give you a hint....





Mexico!! I am now relaxed, happy and tanned (less white?) Sorry I didn't tell you, but you might have blabbed.


Rich and I

Instead of continuing business as usual at the Morgan Design Inc blog, instead I will taunt you, I mean show you what I've been up to.


Richard drunk (snicker snicker)


Me, Matti and Rich


In other news, my husband is now a cowboy!


Noah Matti and I doing the Marilyn pose



Did I ever mention I don't like birds? Or cats.


Rich and I on the last night

Wall Mounted Faucets - Fab or Fad?

I've recently fallen for wall mounted faucets - hard. With my family bathroom still under construction, and my sink and faucet yet to buy, I have to admit the idea of a wall mounted faucet is difficult to shake off.

Not all are expesive either - I found this one for $99.00 - a steal!


HomeDepot:Wallmounted Kitchen Faucet, $99.00

What do you think? Would you ever use these in your house, or do you think they are just a fad?