Guitar Hooks (from Little Green Notebook)

I absolutely LOVE everything that Jenny Komenda does on the Little Green Notebook.  Her blog is by far the one I've followed the longest, and I'm constantly getting inspiration from her many fantastic DIY projects.

In September, she posted about how they made guitar hooks for their music room.  I LOVE that they have a music room -- I played the piano as a kid and I dream about having a music room in my house one day.  Clinton grew up playing classical violin, but is much more likely to play his guitar, mandolin, or ukulele these days, meaning that these are often lying around, waiting to be knocked over or sat on.   But not anymore!

We made our own guitar hooks, and I'm pretty happy with how they turned out!  

Wish List: Design Books

Design books are one of those indulgences that I always want but never buy. Whenever a new one comes out, I always bookmark it and think I'll splurge one day, especially if it's by one of my favorite designers. But somehow, I can never hit send.

Maybe it's because I know I won't really "use" it, other than to glance through it once? Or maybe it's just hard to commit $40+ to a book when so much information is free or less than $10 thanks to Amazon. Either way, here's my list of Design Books I'll Never Buy, But Will Always Want.

Black and White (and a Bit in Between): Timeless Interiors, Dramatic Accents, and Stylish Collections
by Celerie Kemble

Besides having the coolest name in the business, Celerie Kemble does some really great design. Plus, I am ALL about some neutrals, and black walls!