Tiny House

Small house pictures always motivate me in some way to simplify my life even more. Especially when I find one of those houses that seem to have achieved a sort of perfection.

Since you’re here, I’m sure you like them too. And you’re probably thinking about different ways to downsize.

Well I know you’ll love these links if you’re…

    looking for interior design ideas
    just browsing for fun/entertainment
    trying to see what living small is like
    looking for inspiration to build your own
    thinking about simplifying your life even more

Enjoy… Just click on any of the pictures or on the house name if you want to see and learn more about it. All the links will keep you here at Tiny House Talk but they will open in a new window/tab so you can click on the rest. Which is your favorite?

I like the 320 square foot garage conversion the best… Or the dome cabin it’s a hard choice! The 400 SF 20k house would be great if you could add more windows and update the interior. But it was obviously made on a budget.

Small House Designs

THOUGHT OF THE DAY : BRAVE & WILD.

"Always be brave and wild at heart," wooden pallet art from Pixels & Wood. ($55, see also: Scout Mob)

INTERIOR INSPIRATION : HOLIDAY DECOR.

It's time to put on Bing Crosby's White Christmas on the record player and trim the tree. What are your holiday decorating plans this year?

Sources (from top to bottom): the happy home, The Style Files, Kate Ann Photography, Domino, Bright Bazaar, Fjeldborg, Wit & Delight, Smile & Wave, Life in Grace, Matchbook Magazine, and Yvestown.

FLICKR PHOTO OF THE DAY : STUDIO ENVY.

"my new studio" by camilla engman. (See also: blog, portfolio & shop)

THOUGHT OF THE DAY : GOLDEN.

"You Have a Heart of Gold," by design studio Variety Show. (See also: blog)

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE : FOR YOUR BEST LADY FRIEND.

This gift guide is for the ladies in our lives who give the best advice, take us out for drinks when we feel hellish, and will listen to our longest rants without complaint. We are thankful for you. (Psst, Amy, I am talking to you.)

1. Vintage Enameled Pegasus Necklace ($22), 2. Goodlife Key Tags - Totally ($6), 3. Izola Jasmine Candle ($35), 4. Wooden Owl and Pussycat Brooch (AU $22.45), 5. Adorn Jewelry Holder, 6. Lovely Rabbit Pattern Cardigan ($24), 7. A5 A4 "Be my friend" ($12.84), 8. Pennant - Do Your Best ($36), 9. Two-Headed Boy Collar Pin with Chain ($31), and 10. Friendship Rectangular Tray ($66)

TEN IMAGES OF INSPIRATION : TABLESCAPES.

I have had a few people ask me for some table decorating ideas for Thanksgiving, so I'd round up some of my favorite pretty tablescapes for the holidays. There are a couple more posts planned for the day, but I wanted to first wish everyone a lovely Thanksgiving tomorrow!

Sources (from top to bottom): Ruffled, Style Me Pretty, Ruffled, Sunday Suppers, Modern Girls & Old Fashioned Men, Design*Sponge, Elements of Style, Delta Breezes, and Elizabeth Anne Designs

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE : GIFTS FOR THE CRAZY CAT LADY.

Hey, we all know one- or are one (I'm more of a crazy cat lady than I usually like to let on.) Here are some ways to wish our feline-loving friends the happiest of holidays...

1. Happy Cat Cardigan ($35.90), 2. Retro Cat Swedish Dishcloth (£3.75), 3. 2015 World's Most Super-Amazing 100% Awesome Cat Calendar ($16), 4. Feline Fanatic Tote ($19.99), 5. Cat Your Eye on the Time Necklace ($24.99), 6. Persian Cat Mini Cushion ($30), 7. Meow iPhone Case ($34), 8. Cycle Cat Silkscreen Print ($30), 9. Cute Wooden Cat Tape Dispenser ($20), and 10. Cat Ring ($65)

THOUGHT OF THE DAY : SEE THE WORLD.

"this is the way i want to see the world...," a notecard featuring a photo from County Clare, Ireland from Dani Press. ($4.50 CAD, see also: blog)

'TIS THE SEASON : HOLIDAY ADVERTISING!

Design is Mine is now taking sponsors for the holiday season. I offer very discounted rates this time of year, since I'd like to give even the smallest of businesses the chance to promote themselves in the days of heavy shopping. You can email me directly for rates. Happy holidays!

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE : GIFTS FOR THE MODERNIST.

Good morning! It's that time of the year again, the time for plentiful holiday gift guides. For the next month or so, I will be sharing my own themes and picks for the special folks in your life, as well as some guest collections- starting with these modern choices!

1. Ladies & Gentlemen Aura Wind Chime ($175), 2. Elli Necklace ($152), 3. Arch: YOU Icy Blue ($28, sale), 4. Eames House of Cards Numbers Mug ($12.99, sale), 5. Seaside Geometric Print (£45), 6. Fabric Bound Planner ($28), 7. Vintage Mid Century Modern Bookshelf ($119), 8. Graphic Pillow- Lotus in Silver ($57, sale), 9. Fort Standard Diamond Box Large - Natural ($24), and 10. Painted Wooden Valley Brooch (AU $29.95)

INTERIOR INSPIRATION : ART ON DISPLAY.

My favorite homes tend to show personality through their art choices and how they display them. I have never been a huge fan of bare walls. Art- be it vintage kitsch, souvenir postcards, illustration prints, or kid's watercolor paintings- makes a great home in my eyes.

Sources (from top to bottom): Smitten Studio, Trust Your Blood, Simply Grove, decor8, unknown, Planete Deco, The Design Files, Remodelista, The Everygirl, and Design*Sponge: Catherine Hammerton.