Happy Thanksgiving!

“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” 

— William Arthur Ward

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Dining in Style

Is it time to do a little re-styling in your dining room? If you're planning on having guests over during the holidays, maybe it's time to spruce up your dining room or kitchen nook! I'm hosting a Christmas dinner party next month and having guests over always makes me want to update the decor in my apartment. Sometimes a fresh coat of paint, new chandelier, or new dining chairs can be just enough to do the trick! I've rounded up several fabulous dining spaces for inspiration. Do you have any plans on updating your decor before the end of the year? If so, please do share! On that note, I'd like to wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to reflect on what's important in life and to acknowledge all of the blessings God has given me in my life. I have so many things to be thankful for this year. Cheers to a fantastic day filled with family, friends, happiness and LOTS of delicious food and drink :) xoxo - Julie

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DIY Snapshot: Ornate Framed Chalkboard / Dinner Menu

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I came across this beautiful gold framed chalkboard via HGTV.com and thought it was a great DIY project idea to share with you! With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's right around the corner, a "fancy" chalkboard is a fantastic way to introduce the evening's menu to your dinner guests. And when you're not hosting a soiree, it doubles as a place to write reminders, notes, etc. for everyday things. Click here for instructions on how to tackle this project yourself. Cheers!

Quote of the Week

What we remember most about rooms we like is the 'atmosphere.' 

- Charlotte Moss, A Passion for Details 

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New Etsy Shop: Coco and Toast

Happy Friday! Today I'm excited to introduce you to a brand new Etsy shop called Coco and Toast, featuring gorgeous handmade jewelry created by Erin Villegas, who also happens to be one of my best friends :)  Erin has an amazing eye for fashion and style, especially when it comes down to the small (but very important) details of accessories and shoes. She has a serious passion for beautiful things, especially jewelry, which is why she decided to launch her own little Etsy shop. "Jewelry, to me, is the finishing piece of any fabulous outfit, and adds that super special personal touch," says Erin. Each piece is carefully crafted using high-quality materials and I've rounded up some of my favorites share with you. To view her entire collection, which she updates often with fabulous new pieces, click here. And Erin was so sweet to offer Belle Maison readers an exclusive 10% discount on all orders! Just use coupon code MODERNCHIC upon checkout to redeem. With Christmas right around the corner, Coco and Toast might be the perfect place for you to get some shopping out of the way (think friends, your sister, co-workers...).  Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend! xoxo - Julie

{Gold Filagreed Hand of Fatima with Blue Jade Bead Bracelet}

{Lilac Moroccan Jade Pendant Gold Necklace}

{Gold Evil Eye Necklace}

{Delicate Gold Black Jade Pendant Bracelet}

{Sterling Silver Evil Eye Necklace}

{Super Chic Gold Olive and Brown Feather Earrings}

Sweet & Stylish Nurseries

Pregnant + interior designer = nursery decor on the brain! I've been bookmarking cute nurseries and kid's rooms to refer back to when I start to decorate my little son's space in our bedroom (we don't have a nursery yet - just one bedroom for all 3 of us to share). I'm due early May so I have quite a bit of time to work on pulling the design together. Today I've rounded up several great inspiration photos for boys & girls. Do you have a baby or toddler, or maybe you're a mommy-to-be? What color scheme or theme have you gone with for your child's room? P.S. - Thank you so much to everyone who left such warm and thoughtful comments on my post yesterday announcing the big news :) I appreciate each and every one of you so very much. 

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