The Desk That Goes Against Everything I Believe In.

By Mandi 10/23/2012

Is there anything better in this world than a friend who understands you? Last week Miss All Things Thrifty and I had a project day. I showed up in my plaid pj’s from christmas 9 years ago and a DIYers signature no look messy bun. We solved the worlds problems, ate pizza, and planned planned planned. Then living in a smallish town, one thing lead to another and we found ourselves in a VERY uncomfortable situation.

Actually it was probably more uncomfortable for the other people shopping at Homegoods, considering our outfits.

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You guys know how much I love this store,  it’s the hunt. I love the hunt.

So back to the story. We were walking and I was looking at something when Brooke comes up and says. “They have the most Mandilicious desk!” I broke out into a full sprint, because when something is described as Mandilicious by your BFF you can bet your hoard that it DOES NOT get better than that.

I was INSTANTLY obsessed.

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So I instagramed/FBed a pic and walked the store to kill time until the comments started coming in. Because I really do care what you guys have to say! (well usually, but we will get to that in a second.)

There was probably a 90/10 split for those against the desk. And I was SUPER surprised! (You guys are usually such enablers!)  This desk was awesome. So I came to the conclusion that it was my picture, that you guys couldn’t tell how great it was.

And I bought it.

And I took it home. And guess what?

It has a perfect spot.

Map Decor White Chest Wooden Bowls

Remember this post I just shared with you about that awkward space in my super long living room?  Well I filled it with a small white chest and map, and it seemed fine. Until THE DESK moved in. Then I could see just how wrong I was about that little chest.

Colorful Mid Century Wooden Desk

So I wanted to share how much this sweet desk has completed that lonely corner.

Mid Century Desk

I had hung the industrial light to photograph it for my giveaway post and I just love it, so now I am on the hunt for something to put there.

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So could I have made this desk? Probably

Could I have thrifted for the next 6 months to find something with the same vibe? Probably.

Would I have died without it? Probably. Oh wait. Probably not.

But I love it.

And sometimes you have to break your own rules.

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Love Your Guts,  Mandi

 

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48 thoughts on “The Desk That Goes Against Everything I Believe In.”

  1. It looks amazing, like usual Mandi. I love it. Isn’t that the giveaway lamp hanging above it though? Not regretting giving it away are you?

  2. is so mandilicious! and its about time you paid more than $15 for an item! hahahaha i was getting tooo jealous of all your scores!

  3. I was 100% for the desk and am shocked that anyone was against it. Your BFF knew what she was talking about..totally Mandilicious! Looks incredible in your space too. GREAT splurge. (:

  4. Looks perfectly at home! When you first posted the picture of the map over the white chest, I thought it looked off-kilter but my good-girl persona wouldn’t let me say so. Love the new weightier/sassier look of the desk.

    The lesson is: when something speaks to you, speak back (or buy it. whatever).

  5. I love the desk and was secretly hoping you would buy it when I saw you post it on Instagram! This is where this desk was born to go, it looks beautiful!

  6. Hi Mandi. I was one of those that though the desk was gorgeous but over priced. I’m SOOO glad you ignored us naysayers and got the desk. It is PERFECT in that spot and it totally matches your style. I recently got some dining room chairs from Home Goods that were absolutely perfect for the direction I want my living / dining room to go in. They were certainly more expensive than what I’d normally spend on chairs, but they were a heck of a lot cheaper than they would have been anywhere else and I LOVE them every time I look at them. It sounds like your desk is like that for you too, so I’m glad you have it!
    Sarah

  7. Love the desk it looks Amazing!!! It shows how your style has changed and has become more you!

    question … what type of camera do you use?

  8. Am I the only one liking the little chest better? This desk IS so you, however, ehh. I’ve seen better from you. I love the chair though.

  9. i love the desk. 🙂 the sad state of my checking account would have made the decision for me. $300 is high!!!! it looks really great under the map, the contrast b/t the light map and the dark desk screams your style. plus its got nice clean lines and an awesome pop of color!

  10. I loved it from the moment I saw it. Just not the price. But in the space – it was so worth every penny. It is perfect and although I had no problem with the white chest – compared to the desk…well there just is NO comparison.

  11. love the desk, but the most pretty thing in the pic is the little girl. You have a lovely family! I love seeing your pics with your girls in it, because it makes everything so much more real to me.

  12. I think it’s a great find, and not that bad of a price considering I’ve found pillows close to 100.00 at Homegoods (and seen similar desks for much much more).

  13. That chair is what I’m in love with. I need you to teach me how to take risks especially when I love something!

  14. It looks awesome! Do you know the manufacturer?! I’m scouring the web for a similar looking one but it seems like i’ll have to go with custom made. Congrats on finding the good find!

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