A few weeks back, we finally made it to the Canton Market Days – an event full of unique trade crafters from all over that set up shop the first weekend of each month to share their specialities with the world. Since moving to Dallas, we’ve heard nothing but great things about this trade show so I’m not really sure why it has taken over 18 months to finally make the 40 minute trip north. But, we sure are glad we did! Not only can you find reworked, revamped, redone old faithfuls, but also specialty made furniture and pieces perfect for DIY projects.

My apartment has pretty much been a work in progress since I moved in almost 2 years ago but slowly and surely, it appears to be coming together. I’ve been trying to hold back on some additional key pieces that will surely make the entire look a little more cohesive; however, I’m trying to hold off until I’ve taken residence in a more permanent  fashion. In the meantime I’ve began to purchase key items that are sure to handle the long haul and have changed my thinking to focus on the little details.

{Old pieces to bring substance courtesy of Market Days}

*An old wooden window frame is the perfect backdrop for this French Pastry Shoppe Sign that will be perfect in my Kitchen for years to come. – Market Days * * Animal Print Accent rug that will look perfect on dark wooden floors in the years to come*

* An old lantern gets a facelift with Moroccan inspired printed metal.*

{New details to help make my current house a home}

*Wooden placemats layered over a southern touch of seersucker….*

*’Bathmat’ turned kitchen rug to incorporate different textures in the space* [Make sure to put grippers (found at Target) on the bottom to prevent it from sliding]

{And wishes for the future – courtesy of West Elm}

*Accent chair in a pop of color. [still undecided on a natural color with a pop in the pillows.]*

*Not exactly sure where this would go but still WANT!!*

*For my large kitchen island to replace the one that’s 15 years old!!*