Adventures in Alientation: IKEA-tastic.

I mentioned before that I've got a new job...since I think I shouldn't give away the particulars, I'll stick to the genre. It's in furniture! With lovely chairs, tables, and finery in mind--today's post!

I am the Queen of Procrastinators! I've had the items for this post for days, but I've been distracted and all that jazz from the blog. A couple of entries from now I am going to start branching out. I'm preparing them all right now, so I can just press 'Publish' each morning (or afternoon, or evening)! ;D

I've been avoiding the blog because my head is in such a creative space, I don't wanna use it all up on here! My project for the day will be to compile my latest inspirations into an What Inspires Now book. It's a concept I've been using for years. At the moment, my headboard is covered in inspiring things...some of them are quite strange! I wish I had a picture of it to share.

Onward, to furnishings!

Dressers come in a variety of sizes, but the shapes generally remain the same. You have to add color, texture, or a little something special to make them truly yours. This turquoise piece looks great, and the mirror is just an added bonus. You can probably find a similar piece in your area to DIY! From tampastreetmarket.

When you're attempting your dresser DIY, or if you just pick up a plain one that needs some spice, drawer pulls are a necessity! This one is so interesting! And this one is absolutely sweet! Both are from kmadson

I like simple, clean lines in furniture--but, that doesn't mean I don't like a suprise in how it's decorated! This octo-table is so crazy cool, I'd love it in my place! From FunkyArtGuy.

Of course, I know my readership is quite hip (I rhymed there! ;D), so you guys must be into reclaimed, distressed looking furniture. These next pieces fit that bill perfectly, each in their own funky, interesting ways.

This reclaimed wood table looks great outdoors and would be a total home-run indoors. Especially with concrete or muted flooring. From, cleverly named, surthrival.

This trendy stool demands all the attention, even going so far as to command its owners in the affirmative! (language buffs, eat your heart out!) From coffeehousevintage.

Those of us interested in furniture design will love this Eames inspired sofa from lunarloungedesign. I love the affordability of these pieces. They're beautiful, sound, affordable pieces. :D

For some, understated means totally organic, simple, and so easy to look at that you forget it's furniture. This tree-like table provides a beautiful, natural look that brings a room back down to earth. From DovetailDesignsCont

Sometimes, you don't want to re-vamp an entire room, but you want a bit of change. Switching out your door knobs is an easy way to update your space and give your hands a little something new. :) These knobs from WeirdTales are handpainted and very pretty.