Nesting again

Well, Im nesting again. Its been a while since I've painted or bought anything new for our apartment. It probably had something to do with that unemployment phase I went through. Now that I have a little bit more cash coming in (thanks Met Opera and Union rates!) I've been surfing the net for some great deals. No splurging mind you, but I did get a little something to spruce up the bedroom.


I know its a tiny photo: view the whole set here: Home Stripe Quilt

Here's why I like it:

1. Its a quilt and not a duvet. We have an awesome down comforter that we'll still use in winter months, but for must of the year we really dont need all that goose-down. Also, I hate how with duvets the comforter slides down to the bottom and gets all clumped up at the foot of the bed.

2. Clean, modern colors. Our walls are a warm tan color so that will bring out the one stripe. Plus our furniture is dark dark brown so it will look nice with that. Also, its not too feminine or masculine - aka: Eric likes it. Always a plus.

3. Practicality. It is cost effective and machine washable. Also I think in the future when we move to a house it will transition well to a guest bedroom.

In addition to the quilt set I ordered some 8x10 prints of these pics I took in Central Park last year.





Now I just need some curtains and I'll feel like the bedroom is more or less done!