OlioHop: Mom Spaces (No, I Don't Have A Big Announcement to Make)

I absolutely love working with the virtual moodboard creator, Olioboard. I use it all the time for personal inspiration and for design projects I may be working on.

I participated in their last OlioHop, a monthly event in which selected bloggers create Olioboards with a given theme-last month's was organization, and had a blast. This month's theme is mommy spaces. Ok, I am only 23 and certainly do not have children, but I do have a pretty good idea of the kind of sanctuary I would want if I did have little ones running around.

I'll admit, I made an exception about the "frugal" bit with this room...I think a mother's escape should be an indulgence.

Here are my requirements:

-No TV

-Lots of books

-Chaise lounge

-scented candles

-Soft colors

-Cozy blanket

-Fresh flowers

I then created this Olioboard below, which would be my ideal "mom sanctuary." Grasscloth walls, ikat chaise and matching chair and ottoman and bookshelves filled with books. There also would be a lock on the door to ensure some much needed R&R. Hey, I don't have to be a mom to value some alone time in a space like this.