Hi Friends and Happy Monday!
How was your weekend? We took an impromptu trip to Ikea, which may sound like an average weekend, but our closest Ikea is about 2 hours away, so it was definitely a big deal. It all started on Saturday morning when I realized we needed to do away with our beloved bar car {at least for the time being} and replace it with something more functional. I mentioned a couple weeks ago that our dining room has become a makeshift playroom. So it only seemed natural that the Expedit shelf should replace the bar cart area.
And from there...things got a teensy bit out of control. You see, if you give a girl a Expedit shelf...she's probably going to need a to but the Mongstad Mirror she's had her eye on for awhile!
And since I'm adding something new to the master, I'll probably need to finally buy a new white duvet too. From there, I had to pick up this cute striped throw blanket...for picnics out or play dates in.
And of course, no playroom is complete without a cute table and chairs...or these play cars...or this alligator bath mat.
All in all, I would say it was a pretty successful shopping haul. I honestly can't get over how many great things are there...I always come out with more than I was planning on, and I justify it with the fact that we live so far away. I just love me some Ikea. Have you had any great finds there lately?
I'll share some updates on what I've done with these pieces later this week.
Have a great week!
xo natasha
we have TWO expedits and I love them. good choice!
ReplyDeleteexpedits are addicting! Definitely the best product they have, but it looks like you got all the must have staples!! I really need to get back to ours to pick up some more frames, but I know if I go I'll end up buying way more - always do!
ReplyDeleteWe have an expedit and it's awesome! I have 2 Ikeas really close- but I try not to go too often and make my trips worth while. It's so easy to go in for 1 thing and come out with 5!
ReplyDeleteFun! Can't wait to see what you do with everything!
ReplyDeleteGreat haul! I live 30m drive from Ikea which is DANGEROUS! The husband has banned me from going haha. I do actually need to go for some small things (bath mats etc) but I know I will come out with everything else they sell too!
ReplyDeletePS. I love that mirror too!
Our Ikea is about an hour away so I don't get there very often either! Looks like a successful shopping trip for you!
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That's funny! We have an IKEA about 10 minutes away and we were just there yesterday. I even said that every time we come, we spend so much money - beacause we NEVER go - it's always too crowded! Yesterday, we hauled a bunch of random stuff (only went in to look for the Ribba picture ledges and some Nyttja frames. Last time - it was the Expidet!
ReplyDeleteI went to Ikea on Friday and I could walk around that store for hours!
ReplyDeleteGreat purchases. I have the expedit 5x5 and I love it! I also have the mirror which I got FREE! A friend was moving and gave it to me. I can't wait to see how you style your shelf.
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Ah you made out like a bandit! Well done! Loved your photo on instagram!
ReplyDeletemy husband hates going to IKEA but is always glad when we walk away with great things and don't spend a ton! love the bookshelf!!
ReplyDeleteWe always spend a bunch at ikea when we go to. I have to remind my husband that it would have cost way more if we got the same amount of stuff somewhere else! Can't wait to see how you style the expedit! I could use some ideas for the ones we have!
ReplyDeleteWe just went to Ikea yesterday! Our closest is 6 hours away so I had to make our trip worth it! I got new rugs, a boat load of baby loot, kitchen stuff and tons of other things I probably didn't need. Oh well, it was well worth it! Love your Ikea finds!
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Looks like you found some great things! We've been in Tahoe for the past 3 weekends so I am dying to get out an do some shopping--I think we're headed to the Bay this weekend :)
ReplyDeleteWe have an Expedit in the nursery and we love it. Going for the 5x5 big boy Expedit for the playroom in the future! We got the Kritter table and chairs and love them.
ReplyDeletethe expedit is on my list! i have an ikea fairly close but the traffic in that area is such a nightmare that i never go.
ReplyDeleteI could spend hours in Ikea! That throw is picnic perfect for sure!
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog through Sequins and Stripes...excited to keep reading about your adventures! (blairsays.com)
ReplyDeleteGood stuff! The closet one to us used to be 6 hours away, but now we live 30 minutes away. Kind of a problem because I can't stay away! I made a big Ikea mistake my last trip. I went by myself with a baby and 4 year old in tow. The shopping went amazing and no one melted down, but a problem arose when I left the store realizing they don't let you take your cart out to the parking lot. Mine was loaded. Frick, frick, double frick!!! It's amazing how much you can carry when you have no other choice. I'll equate it to those mothers who can lift up a car if there child is underneath. There was no way I was leaving my purchases behind :D
ReplyDeleteLOVE Ikea and I love your finds! I need that blanket asap. Our Ikea is 2 hours away too, so it's always a big event when we go!
ReplyDeleteLove Ikea! I could shop there for hours!
ReplyDeletehahhaha good choices! The expedit is on my list for my move -- it's so necessary if you have kids. I think I need to give up my dreams of a contemporary chic home and make sure that it spacious and comfy for my son -- I would hate to spend a gaziliion dollars on a suede couch only for it to be ruined by an infant/toddler. le sigh.
ReplyDeletei want that expedit bookcase BAD!!!! we are going to have to convert our family room into a playroom sooner than later and i think that piece might be a perfect addition, too--so functional and the price is right, too.
ReplyDeletecannot wait to see all these goodies in their new home ;)
we were at ikea two weekends ago and i left with the same blanket! totally dont need it but i just love it!
ReplyDeleteand you can NEVER go wrong with an expedit!
i need that blanket! AND that play table! i'm dying to paint it something adorable like strawberry swing did!
ReplyDeleteThis is so funny! I love it. Reminds me of the book "if you give a mouse a cookie" :) Can't wait to see all the things in your home!!
ReplyDeleteOh, Ikea is a very dangerous place! Not only can I spend *quite* a while in there, I always come out with more than I planned...it's a trap, I tell you!!! (c; Especially when you can just drop the kiddos off and shop kid-free...danger zone!!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome haul! I went to Ikea with a girlfriend a few weeks ago and we made out like bandits! The only problem is I never have any self control when I go because ours is also over a 2 hr. drive. Might as well get it all while I'm there! ;)
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