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the pink elephant

by Emily — @mrsemshhh

Design inspiration, free monogram wallpapers,
and a weekly Instagram + Vine Blog Hop.

Welcome to the pink elephant, a lifestyle and design blog by Emily. Here you'll find free monogram wallpapers for iPhone and iPad, design inspiration spanning ikat, nautical, and neon trends, and a warm community built around the weekly Instagram + Vine Blog Hop. Popular posts include MONOGRAM MADNESS!, RUSTIC MONOGRAM IPAD + IPHONE WALLPAPERS!, and KENDRA MEETS ESSIE. Guest contributors like Nicholl and Pinklet & C have also shared their voices here. Plan your kitchen with style using these free monogrammed recipe binder dividers — perfect for keeping meals organized. Monogrammed Recipe Binder Dividers for Meal Planning

The Instagram + Vine Blog Hop ran every Tuesday, hosted by Kimberly (@anightowlblog), Emily (@mrsemshhh), and Angie (@blogali), with co-hosts Jennifer (@jenafur20) and Jennifer (@mommydaybyday). Anyone with an Instagram or Vine account could link up, discover new friends, and join the fun — no blog required.

A square thumbnail in warm earthy tones of brown and cream, suggesting rustic wood textures and monogram lettering. Monogram Madness
A square thumbnail with a soft pink and cream palette, hinting at monogram letters and decorative patterns on a light surface. Instagram Blog Hop

What Readers Say

"I am dying over how insanely good ikat looks in a house. It seriously goes with everything!"

— Emily, on the ikat trend

"It's been amazing meeting all of you ladies — we are so excited to add a giveaway every week!"

— Instagram Blog Hop, April 2012

"Chevron, move over — I could decorate my entire house in ikat. Please tell me I'm not the only one."

— Oh How Pinteresting Wednesday

"No need to have a blog, just an Instagram and/or Vine account! Find and follow new friends."

— Blog Hop invitation

"A big thank-you to Sami from Sami's Shenanigans for sponsoring this week's link-up."

— Weekly giveaway sponsor

"I'm calling it now — ikat is the new chevron. Let me introduce you."

— March 2012
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Turn empty wine bottles into charming nautical decor with our latest DIY project. Nautical Rope-Wrapped Vases From Wine Bottles The pink elephant is a creative corner of the internet built around design inspiration and community connection. Emily, the voice behind the blog, curates free monogram wallpapers for iPhone and iPad users, offering a rotating mix of styles that range from rustic and romantic to bold and modern. Beyond the downloadable art, the site thrives on its weekly Instagram and Vine Blog Hop, a beloved linky party where bloggers and social media enthusiasts gather to share their latest photos, videos, and profiles. It's a place where fellow creatives can discover new feeds, grow their followings, and feel genuinely welcomed into an ongoing conversation about lifestyle, aesthetics, and the joy of making something beautiful.

The blog hop is the heart of the pink elephant's social rhythm, inviting participants to hop from one profile to the next, spreading the word about their favorite posts, pictures, and cinematic videos. Hosts and guest contributors alike bring fresh perspectives, from monogram madness features to playful collaborations that celebrate color, texture, and everyday inspiration. With a warm, supportive tone, the community encourages everyone to comment, share, and stick around, whether they're seasoned bloggers or just discovering the joy of the linky format. It's a simple, joyful way to keep the creative energy flowing week after week, connecting like-minded folks across platforms and feeds.