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Nicole Balch

Nicole Balch writes Making it Lovely, a design and lifestyle blog about living a stylish life and transforming the so-so. Her work has appeared in Better Homes & Gardens, The Chicago Tribune Magazine, Ladies' Home Journal, and other publications. She lives in Oak Park, IL with her husband and two young kids.

8 Lovely Abstract Art Pieces

8 Lovely Abstract Art Pieces

Abstract art is so popular right now (I hopped on board and have just added this one to my library). The wide variety of colors and styles make it the perfect way to incorporate art into your home, but it can be tricky to find artists you like. I’ve put together 8 selections, in a MORE »

New IKEA Stockholm 2013 Collection

New IKEA Stockholm 2013 Collection

Some of the new Ikea Stockholm products were unveiled last weekend at the ICFF 2013 and they look, well, kind of sexy. They won't be available till fall, but what a departure for the store!

The Conran Shop at JCP

The Conran Shop at JCP

While I have yet to be able to see any of these in person, online they look pretty fantastic. A nice in-between price niche for design lovers, not Target, but not as pricey as designer shopping, they give those of us with champagne taste an opportunity to gather a little more design into our homes.

An Artisanal Bookshelf

An Artisanal Bookshelf

An artisanal bookshelf? That's modular? And can hold your books, your bike and your garlic braids? Those Italians, they think of the best stuff.

10 of the Best Modern Firepits

10 of the Best Modern Firepits

A fire pit is one of those functional items that can add a lot of comfort to an outdoor space, but can sometimes not look so great while not in use. Fear not! I've found 10 of the best out there.

Like a Dollhouse for Adults

Like a Dollhouse for Adults

Need some shelves? Perhaps some shelving that looks like a dollhouse for adults? Look no further! I have found your furniture. Sure, you'll need to pony up $5000 to get it, but that's a small price to pay for such fabulousness, right?