Like a Virgin...

IKEA. Four letters I have been trying to avoid my entire life. Since I started college, I have heard nothing but Ikea this, Ikea that, or "Oh I bought the coolest thing at Ikea." I always thought, "What's so great about Ikea - I'm pretty sure Target has the same stuff." I avoided it like the plague. Well, when we bought our home I started doing a little research and like every DIY site mentions Ikea about 10 times in a blog. That started to peak my interest. Then, I started complimenting pieces I would see at a friend or relatives house, and lo and behold they'd tell me they got it at Ikea. So, I finally sold out and went.

As I am sure everyone reading this knows Ikea is out of control! They literally have whole houses set up! You know how Joe and I live in a tiny space, well, Ikea has soooooo many ideas for such spaces. I think I was told this long ago, but not being a home owner, and being a little snobbish about conforming, I didn't pay attention. I get it now, everyone! Ikea kinda rocks my socks :)

I rounded up my favorite shopping buddy, mom, and away we went :). Mom was an Ikea virgin as well so I am sure we both looked like fools ogling all the set ups and stopping in the middle of the isle to chat about this or that. Every time I thought we were coming the end of the road we'd be in a whole other section. It was by far the coolest place I have ever been. And we finally made it to the bedroom section. I had originally wanted to go there looking for something to complete the living room, but I ended up with a bed. Isn't that how it usually works? You are looking for something and then out of the blue you find an amazing piece you never knew you wanted.

As most of you who actually read this know, I have a fancy for antiques or look a likes. There is almost nothing in Ikea that follows that design, except the lovely wrought iron bed I picked up. The scroll details and  wrought iron give it a '30s feel and the cream color keeps it neutral and airy. I love the new bed. In fact, I am thinking of calling it an early night just so I can  spend some extra time in it :).

Enjoy!

Please ignore the decor. The bedroom is still a work in progress :)