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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Bathroom beauty

I once read that if someone stops by unannounced and you only have a few minutes to tidy up, focus on the bathroom. It's the only room where a guest will spend time alone, and consequently they'll pay more attention to their surroundings. A guest may not notice the vintage vases on your bookshelf, but they'll definitely see the hand soap by the bathroom sink. Here are seven favorite picks for that clean and pretty bathroom. -- By Rachel from Elephantine

1. Bird House Bath Tissue Holder, $12.99.
2. Robin's Egg Soaps, $24.
3. Wooden Toothbrush Set, $12.50. (See how the toothbrushes say "guest?")
4. Fog Linen Towels, $27 to $70.
5. Recycled Glass Canister, $29.
6. Sailor's Soap Dish, $20.
7. Ombre Bath Mat, $29.

P.S. More round ups...

(Post by Rachel from Elephantine, a new Cup of Jo contributor, who will be posting every couple weeks. Thank you, Rachel!)

61 comments:

  1. It's easy to make our bathroom look fresh and new w/ these accessories. Loving them!!!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  2. What fresh-looking accessories! I love the robin egg soaps in particular.

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  3. That must be the cutest tissue holder ever! Such a beautiful round up:) Wish you both a great day, xo

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  4. I've been trying to freshen up my bathroom for a few months now. These are some great suggestions!

    Tara
    Penniless Socialite

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  5. These are lovely. In addition, I think that spraying the bathroom with a fresh scent also helps. It makes a bathroom feel ten times cleaner. I'm just curious, how does one become a contributor for you? :)

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  6. Omg, i have never seen soap in the form of eggs! they are just too cute!
    xo, Tina

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  7. I love Rachel's jewelry line, Elephantine. Great to see she'll be a regular contributor! Also, thanks for the tips on a cute and tidy bathroom. The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is my secret weapon. ;)

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  8. It's like accessories in fashion, they can make or break your whole outfit but you have to take that chance.

    / Avy
    http://MyMotherFuckedMickJagger.blogspot.com



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  9. I do like it! Especially toothbrush :)

    xoxo

    www.mamagoka.blogspot.com

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  10. Awe, I love the egg soaps! :D

    Happy Tuesday, Joanna!

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  11. That is such a good idea! I have never thought about the logic of focusing on the bathroom rather than other parts of the house.

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  12. I adore the sailor soap dish!!! Ahhh, love a beautiful bathroom!!

    http://iloveublank.blogspot.com/

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  13. Love the ombre bath mat and the soap eggs! Now I will always think about this fact...

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  14. Love your lay-out and blog!! Awesome rug!!
    Casey
    http://blondraven.blogspot.com/

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  15. the other day my bf's parents stopped by and i was mortified by the state of our bathroom! i will definitely be taking note from now on!
    in dramatic fashion

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  16. great tip and great stuff!

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  17. Ooh! I love the bathroom pretties, especially the bathmat! And you are SO right about bathrooms... definitely the most important place to keep things clean!

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  18. That looks so cute! :) Perfect collage! xx

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  19. That tissue holder is darling!

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  20. great idea! i never focus on the bathroom, but that makes so much sense. Unfortunatley right now we store the strollers in there...eek....well on the main floor anyways

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  21. I completely agree, my hubs thinks I'm crazy, but I always run right to the bathroom to tidy up when he surprises me with friends after work. I'm loving these spring time accessories too!

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  22. That rug is gorgeous!! And I'm really in love with that tissue box cover :) so cute!

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  23. I was seriously thinking how I want one of those house tissue box covers, Now I know where to find one! Thanks for the link!

    http://gandacummings.blogspot.com

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  24. I was seriously thinking how I want one of those house tissue box covers, Now I know where to find one! Thanks for the link!

    http://gandacummings.blogspot.com

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  25. thanks, carla!! i don't actually really accept contributors, since i like keeping my blog very personal, but i reached out to rachel because her blog is so beautiful, and i was hoping to add some home-decor round-ups. but i'll do a post if i'm ever looking for more! xoxo joanna

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  26. I love those egg soaps... Great accessories!

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  27. This is definitely my go-to strategy when a friend gives me a 10 minute heads-up that they're dropping by.

    CLEANING BLITZ!

    A tidy, pretty bathroom is such a relief.

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  28. Loving the bathroom soap. xoxo
    http://www.hellohellofriday.com/

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  29. I love those guest toothbrushes!

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  30. This is soooo true! I was so embarrassed after I had my baby and didn't get a chance to tidy the bathroom when guests came over! I am loving the prices on these beautiful finds as well!

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  31. So pretty! I especially love the bath mat.

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  32. Amazing! I adore rachel and her blog - love this roundup!

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  33. like the wooden toothbrushes.

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  34. Oh Rachel! So cool that you're a contributor to Joanna! :) Guests BETTER see the soap! Adorable picks, as always.

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  35. Great to see Rachel contributing here — she has impeccable taste! Loving these suggestions and the suggestion to tidy up the bathroom, I usually tend to focus more of my efforts on tidying up the living room.

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  36. Great idea! I always think to spend the most effort on the "public" rooms since I see them the most when I'm home. But I never thought that guests would probably most notice your decorating effort in the bathroom.

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  37. I NEED THAT BATH MAT!! great post!

    xo's, Vanessa

    http://fashiongalfireman.blogspot.com/

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  38. i absolutely love this article. so true...and your suggestions could not be cuter (i want them all..)

    mylettchronicals

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  39. That tissue holder is so cute! I love everything!

    Kate {Something Fabulous}
    http://thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com

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  40. Love all that stuff. I've always loved decorating my bathroom. I think I like the paint color and back splash in my bathroom which helps.. but I always thought I was weird for that being my favorite room to tidy and keep nice. Now I have a reason!

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  41. Never would have thought those eggs were actually soaps!

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  42. that bath mat is just too purdy to dry off on!!!

    xo, amanda

    http://mamawatters.blogspot.com

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  43. The bathroom almost looks like a bit of a kitchen with these accessories. Nautical and whimsical!

    http://thewalkup.wordpress.com/

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  44. I just love your ideas! very usefull and practical.

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  45. This is so interesting, as I was picking up my home this morning for a mommy play date- and know with all of the potty training going on, everyone will visit my bathroom more than any other room in the house!! Going to clean that toilet bowl right now..

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  46. Any great shower curtains?!
    Also, I've been hearing that the plastic liners contain harmful chemicals...any suggestions for eco-friendly liners? Or maybe go liner-less...ideas?

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  47. these are lovely! i love the colours too! xx

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  48. The seven items all look really inviting for guests ,I think I would add a comfy towel here too :)

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  49. Great ! this is one of the best idea for which i was waiting for , please keep it regular ..


    thanks

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  50. If you do not have a lot of bathroom counter space, consider a wall-mounted bath soap dish. If you choose this style, be sure it includes mounting hardware made of durable metal.

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  55. what a great bathroom accessories. i am a well organized person that is why i always search some wonderful tips so that i would know what should i use

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  56. I love beauty bathroom products, this year I'll be remodeling my bathroom and I've to buy nice products and accessories for it!

    Regards,
    Miriam

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