Friday, June 8, 2012

Friday I Spy Wishlist - All about summer

I might have gone a little overboard with this Friday's wishlist, but something about changing seasons (it's supposed to hit 90 in MD this weekend!) makes me want a new sundress or a bright accessory for my home.





hmm...which bag do I like best..?


must have this cute little dress


this shirt is so chic and breezy looking..

Some goodies for my home..


Anything by Laura Ashley says springtime.
pastel towels

mmm...fruit infused water
what a super chic way to picnic or pack your lunch

Like anything you see? Me too...it's all on sale at ideeli...

Thursday, June 7, 2012

The new stunning West Elm Artist collaborations inspired by South Africa

So...I try not to "want" too many things, cause I pretty much have everything I need, but...


probably my favorite piece in the collection.  The curve of the wood is gorgeous.  I would get the blue/brown. Cape Town designer John Vogel created these benches with webbed seats inspired by traditional African riempie weaving.

Other faves...
This console is a wonderful blend of clean, modern lines, and the grace of spindle legs.

How gorgeous is that red bench?  The "Source" bench is an update on a South African furniture icon.

This garden of pottery candleholders and vases were created by Johannesburg potters Anthony Harris and Gerhard Swart.

The horn-shaped back of this Vogel dining chair was inspired by the antlers of African Nguni cattle.

 I have really liked what West Elm has done the last few years, and their latest efforts are no exception.  I have a soft spot for all things that focus on craftsmanship, and tribal is huge right now, and all of these pieces marry the two.

What I've shown here is just a small peek.
You can see more at Elle Decor, which broke the news revealing the collection, and you can now shop the collection early.

What do you think of West Elm and their new collection?

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

It's the small details

that make some spaces so delicious


I am crushing on that blue hexagon tray SO BAD.


Love that table - I suspect it is a lucky antique fine.



1.,2.,3. High Gloss, 4. Llamas Valley, 5. Lonny Mag, 6. Sweet Home Style

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Sanctuaries fit for dreaming

eclectic and elegant.  love the print over the fireplace
via Architectural Digest

pull the sheers around the bed and escape
via Sweet Home Style

small, but perfectly furnished and decorated for unwinding.
via House of Fifty

via House of Fifty

via Interiors Porn
 
Above and below are the same bedroom. Chic peacock wallpaper on one wall and exposed brick on the other.
2 above via Lonny mag

Monday, June 4, 2012

The perfect spring giveaway to bring life to your walls!

I think you guys are really going to like this giveaway.  It is a $40.00 gift card for Poppy Tree Frames.

"Poppy Tree Frames sells custom, hand made picture frames. We offer 18 frame styles in 42 colors and 49 prints.

At Poppy Tree Frames, we absolutely love and take great pride in what we do. We love to design and create art that will complement our customer’s pictures and homes. Our goal is to provide such incredible products and excellent service that our customers will be excited to come back to us and share us with their friends and family. "

You can read more and see more frames at Poppy Tree Frames.
Check out how cute these frames are!






I think their designs are really unique and all of the colors and patterns they offer are great for customizing your photos to match your decor.


To enter the giveaway, all you have to do is "Like" Poppy Tree Frames on facebook, and then come back to this post and leave a comment. The contest closes at next Monday the 11th at 6 PM EST.

Good luck!

Friday, June 1, 2012

Friday I SPY wishlist

Love this. Surround it with some glam chairs for an interesting contrast

Great for a small space since they're glass and have a very light visual weight.

Only $54.95 and striking good looks.


campy cute

A cosmetics bag that stands up on it's own is one of my travel essentials

Get them here

A white, bright, sophisticated country home

what great light!


For the chair cushions, the owner actually had them upholstered with the wrong side of the fabric up, for a more muted effect.




Read and see more of the home here.

 via Country Living