Genius...!

I saw this last night @ Huset & instantly want it! I have a small pot of basil sitting on a ledge outside my kitchen window, which is super convenient for cooking. This, though, is way better!

I love that you can water it from the bottom...nice & clean and you don't have to mess with the dirt, which is perfect for an indoor herb garden! {they also have individual pots like this available!}

I'm feeling...black & white!

Lately I've been really drawn to black & white...be it in housewares or accessories, the timeless staple is easy to find. Here are a few of my latest objects of affection...

1}Ferm Living wallpaper 2}Moschino blouse 3}Show vases 4}Juicy handbag 5}Sultan table 6}"It's crowded" 7} Upper playground 8}Basket

New on my photostream...

I added a few new pics to my Flickr...check it out!

Right now I'm loving...

...the primary colored dresses in Sari Gueron's Spring '08 line. I really like the mix of a shorter hem with long sleeves, strapless, short-sleeved & a pleated neckline! Plus the colors are classic!

Anna Maria Horner

Anna Maria, a multi-faceted & talented designer has this lovely line of fabrics..."Drawing Room" is mt favorite of her collections. She also has a pretty cute blog where you can stay updated on her happenings...

Adhesive window coverings...

I just love these adhesive window coverings from 2jane...they're a great alternative to an unsightly neighbor or view...even just another alternative to the classic window treatments since they still let in diffused light.

I couldn't resist!

I couldn't NOT post this...Feel More Human has quite a variety if really cool dinnerware...& don't even get me started on the drinkware! I especially like the map series {above is an aerial map of New Orleans} but they're all fun & there's plenty more where this came from!

DIY...Method bird feeder!

This bird feeder was made from Method's soap container & I thought the idea was brilliant! Besides the fact that this is recycling plastic it's also very easy. Cut 2 round holes in either side & slide in a plastic ring, which you can find in the plumbing section of the hardware store, cork the top & add a twig for a perch. How easy & cool!

This is lovely!

These vases are so fun! I like how you can still arrange several flowers together or use a single stem & it still looks good!

A new favorite...Ami Mckay!

I've been looking over Ami McKay's work a lot lately...it's so lovely! A wonderful interior designer she has also come out with a completely sustainable line of furniture, which I must say that I love!
Pure consists of three collections-Earth, Air, Fire & Water {water being fluid lines & cool colors, fire being sensual, unpredictable & warmer colors...you can figure out the rest}. Check out her portfolio as well as her new furniture line...it's marvelous!

Frances J Melhop

Lately I've been searching for great photography which explains the posts of Reid Rolls & most recently of Rebecca Thuss. Frances J Melhop is another new favorite! Born in New Zealand, she's been a photographer since she was 12! She's got work from fashion editorials, advertising, portraits & even interiors! With a lovely Etsy shop & even lovelier portfolio, I could look at these images forever...and so should you!

What I did this weekend...

Saturday I got this chair, for free since our neighbors didn't want it anymore, and immediately I saw that it had potential! In one afternoon I sanded down the old varnish & painted this black semi-gloss over the entire chair. I recovered the seat {it still had a nice cushion} with a cotton upholstery fabric & Viola! A new chair for our office area!

Cutest diaper bags ever!

It's hard to believe it's already Friday!! So I'm leaving you with this...

These diaper bags by LeSportsac are so adorable & chic at the same time! LeSportsac makes great & functional bags anyways, but these come with coordinating changing pad & small pouch!

It's times like these I have to remind myself I'm not ready for a baby...yet!

Paperbag...collection

Created by Kathie Armstrong, this young, modern & budding clothing line is purposefully rough looking. Kathie says she still feels that her line is taking shape & is always open to new inspiration & techniques. You can view more of her line here or if you happen to be in Canada you can visit Very Hush Hush...

Fun find...

This is a great way to be prepared wherever you go! These portable 1st aid & sewing kits are portable & inexpensive! I would probably want one of each!

Thuss Farrell...

Some of you may be familiar with Rebecca Thuss...an amazingly talented stylist {among other things} who's work you've probably seen on Martha Stewart magazines & photos but did you know that she has also collaborated with her husband to create ThussFarrell? With wonderful photography & design the company's portfolio is fun & awe inspiring!

The bottom photo is, of course, Rebecca's & the top pattern images are from their collaborative design work. Check it out...sad to say but I think I spent almost an hour combined looking through their extensive portfolios!

An eco-friendly to-go cup...

A novel idea...I think...to come up with a porcelain & silicone to-go cup. A cup that can be reused but still retains the shape & size up the typical paper & plastic cups! Pretty cool huh?

Eskell

Similar to Lyell {who I featured a few weeks back}, Eskell makes lovely fashions & I love these photos. With touches of vintage & playfulness, Eskell's Spring line is worth checking out. I'm a big fan of this color palette...the feminine red with florals & high-waisted shorts...{sigh!}

Embroidery bowl...

These porcelain embroidery bowls are an excellent idea! You can design any shape or combination of colors to be whatever you want. You can purchase the kit-including needles, needle threader, & yarn color skeins-right here...

Spring sparkle...

Some fun colors with shimmery details, check out these inexpensive new styles to add some fun to your drab denim...!

Like paint swatches...only better

{contrasting colors & colors that were pulled from the furniture}

{muted grays}

{shades of white}

So I've been wanting to paint my off-white living room but I'm clueless on what color...I wish I could wallpaper & that would solve it, but that's not an option right now. So I put together a few rooms with wall colors that I like. As you can see, I'm pretty open!
Let me know if you have a favorite...!

Meyer-Lavigne...

Meyer-Lavigne...I love looking at their things! Anyways, a design duo, Kristine Meyer & Sabine Lavigne {who both graduated from Denmark's School of Design} make up the Copenhagen based design firm. Among their extensive list of abilities, they are interior designers, stylists, writers & designers of housewares including ceramics & bedding. Oh, and they're bloggers! Wow, full plate huh?
Currently the duo is working on a project called "rainy days" which should come out in about a month-they promised to send me pics when they come out so stay tuned for that!!

Hella Jongerius...

This little plate from Rose & Radish has so much charm...I love it! Left alone it's a great centerpiece for a dining table it looks so real but with the snail's golden trail you can't help but to smile! Here's some more I found at Douglas & Hope...or you can just check out R&R's site!

Multi-tasker...

I thought this was clever & funny...also, just well designed. If you'd like to see more check it out here...

Bags from The Sea Within...

What did we do before Etsy? These fun bags are from The Sea Within, made by Nadine who grew up in Winnepeg, Manitoba & is currently working on her Master's while running quite a lovely shoppe on Etsy.
Nadine says she grew up doing creative things including sewing her own skirts in High School. She credits her mom with encouraging her to sew & now she enjoys making these fun bags!
Check out Nadine, her wonderful bags & even some equally cute tissue holders here! Enjoy!

My own Eames knockoff...

I've long been a fan of the Charles & Ray Eames walnut stool, the size & shape & the fact that it's Eames of course! A few months ago I spotted this cherry stool at Walmart & it reminded me of my coveted Eames one. I mulled over it for a while & today finally purchased it. It' actually really sturdy & the finish is quality...the closest I'll get to the original. What do you think?

Loolo textiles...

Grace over at D*Sponge posted these today & I couldn't stop thinking about them! The textures & colors of the biodegradable textiles are fabulous! I definitely think they are great accessory for the modern home...adding some softness & frill against the strict clean lines of modern furniture & housewares! Check it out!...

DIY-grocery tote...

fabric from Ikea...

My husband & I have talked about ways we can help cut down our use of plastics (yuck) & decided the best thing would be to cut down on plastic bags. As a result I made myself several grocery totes that I leave in my trunk & take with me to the store. Here a little D.I.Y. project for you...

1}cut your fabric & lining (mine was 18" x 18")
2} to do a French seam you'll pin the pieces right side out & make a 1/4 in. seam::then you'll turn it inside out, press & make a 1/2 in. seam-to enclose your raw edges...it looks the best!
3}I sewed these little darts across the inside corners to give the bag some structure(see the 3rd set of pictures from bottom)
4}finish your raw edges at the top of the bag by sewing a basting stitch 1/4 in. from edge, fold on that line, then fold once more...then stitch
5}To make your straps...I cut long pieces about 5" thick, pressed 1/4 in. on both sides (lengthwise) then folded it on itself, pressed again & stitched 1/4 in. from the finished edge
6}I attached the straps by pinning in place then sewing a "X" pattern, for extra sturdiness

Viola! You have an eco-friendly, reusable grocery tote {or anything tote for that matter} which will help greatly reduce the use of plastic bags!

Now go shopping!!

DIY {cupboard facelift...

Here's a quick & easy idea to leave you with for the weekend...I simply took some Snow & Graham paper & cut it to the size of the inside of my kitchen shelves. I dabbed some Mod Podge along the edges & corners of the shelves & wall & adhered the paper. This is great because in a few months when I'm sick of looking at this pattern {although I don't know if that will happen!} I can change it out just by tracing the old pieces of paper liner!

Have a splendid Mother's Day weekend!

Meljoy...

...an artist who uses digital design {such as vector art}, screen printing, has her designs featured on snowboards & even garments available @ Urban, & even is a fellow blogger, Meljoy creates fun & colorful designs. I especially like the lines of the first picture, they're so soft & airy. I really enjoy looking through artist's portfolio's & Meljoy is no exception! Check it out...

Woodson & Rummerfield's showroom...

Sometimes I like to browse Woodson & Rummerfield's showroom pics. They change the design of their showroom seasonally & it's fun to see all the different looks they create in the same space {I'd like to do that with my home!}. Their styles are high glamour & decadent so it's always an extravagant procuction!
Besides running a successful design firm, they have an online store filled with glitzy chandeliers & lustful chairs! To see more click here...

Another Boutique...another week!

I can't say how much I enjoy that Lucky does this "boutique of the week" on their site! Since I just can't travel the nation scouting for chic shops-I'm thankful that Lucky can & does! Maeve Riley is a little shop out of San Diego who is owned by ex-hairstylist Michelle Smith who mixes vintage furniture with of-the-moment labels. Her site is pretty cute as well!

p.s.-I know, I'm a week late!

Ooba nest collection...

This modern little bassinet is so fun, but the coolest thing about it is that is converts into a play table & toy bin! I love furniture that is multi-functional, like the Netto crib that can be changed into a toddler's bed! This is such a great investment!

Mother's Day Promo over @ Fawn & Forest...

Right now at Fawn & Forest when you spend $75 or more you get a free Tikoli towel-a great gift for mom...especially if you were already planning on purchasing from F & F! Otherwise, you can still pick one up for under 8 bucks!

The Kartell ghost chair...for baby!

Now this is just too much! I saw this over @ Ohdeedoh & thought it was cute...but you know how fast kids grow out of those designer outfits? How long will this last them? It's still pretty adorable though...

More from Velocity...!

I had to share these lovely porcelain vases & candleholders also..I'm just such a sucker for almost anything made from porcelain & floral...so naturally I like these! Starting @ $11 anyone can add one of these to a side table or shelf...:)

Ibride trays from Velocity...

I found these sort of funny but also whimsical...I love that these can easily be much more than just trays & I think even a delightful little surprise for guests who wouldn't suspect a victorian birdy tray on your coffee table!

How sweet it is...

Who could pass up this lovely skirt from none other than...Forever21? How chic is the high waist & little pleats & the pattern, the pattern. The sweetest part...it's under $18!

Element Clay Studio...

I love promoting other Etsians & these ceramics by Heather Knight are definitely worth mentioning! I love the urchin bowls with colorfully glazed centers. How wonderful would these look in the middle of a dining table, what a statement! Make sure to check out her website as well!