Amazing giveaway - lovely French Country Coat Rack

I have a good one for you guys today! Home Decorators Collection has been gracious enough to offer this gorgeous, just in time for fall coat rack! For your chance to win - go to the Home Decorators Collection website, pick out your favorite item, and then come back to this post and leave a comment mentioning that item! It will be great to see what you guys are liking these days. Below is a picture of the coat rack up for grabs. Depending on stock/availability, the coat rack the winner receives will be atleast a 5-hook in the maple/antique cream finish. In the rare chance that color is out of stock the winner will be awarded either white, sage, or black finish.



I'm so excited for you guys - this is a great prize! Remember, if you want a chance to win, you must go to the Home Decorators Collection website, pick out your favorite item, then leave a comment on this post mentioning your favorite item. The contest will close on September 23rd at 5PM Eastern time. Good luck!

More home office inspiration!

I've been unpacking and setting up my office gradually over the last couple of weeks and I've learned that it's just not the best way to be productive. It's hard for me to focus on my work when I know there is a box beside me of things waiting to be sorted. I might have to just take a day off and finish up my unpacking.



This office space is so well thought out - and so functional!

I've found that supplies at hand really helps me get stuff done



via marthastewart.com

this would be a great setup for a chef

I use jam jars in my bathroom and they are so handy - and cheap!

This small workstation was a closet

This little library was a closet, too!
via Real Simple

Days on the farm

I've been at my parent's farm for a couple of weeks now. It has been very recuperative to say the least, though the quiet and lack of ...people..does get to me sometimes! Here's a glimpse of my days.

Working at home means I'm able to eat really well. My favorite breakfast is plain greek yogurt, low fat granola, almonds, blueberries, and a spoonful of raspberry jam. MMMM

After about 5 years and all 6 of us trying, I finally figured out how to get my parent's cappuccino machine to work! I have a lot of practicing to get the foam just right. The buddha likes!

My mom sells sunflowers by the stem at the farmers market, and whatever doesn't sell, we get to keep. I made this bouquet for her - my stab at flower arranging. Tips and tricks are welcome!

Pappy the clydesdale and I at the Maryland State Fair. I love the texture of his mane, and what a teddy bear!

This sweet baby cow was born just 2 hours before this photo was taken. I felt kinda bad for the little guy out on display and everything. That little nose!

Luxurious interiors!

A couple of weeks ago I was introduced to NY interior designer Marlaina Teich and Canadian design duo Corea Sotropa. Marlaina has been working on the Mansions and Millionaires Designer Showhouse in NY, and Corea Sotropa have been working in Calgary.


Marlaina's chic and glamorous Virginia Wolfe inspired "room of one's own."



I love the Corea Sotropa renovation above - the kitchen is a nice blend of elegant, with a spritz of farm house.



An adorable peaceful playroom from Corea Sotropa.

Thanks Maggie!

Kate Spade big discount sale - wallets, purses, jewelry

You have to use this link - to get in for free!

Fairytale interiors of Lombok

Sorry I've been a little m.i.a guys, my schedule has been seriously off-kilter. It's a rainy day here and it's tempting to spend it in bed with coffee and novels. Hope these photos get you more excited to be spending the next two days in the comfort of your home.
Have a great weekend!







via Lombok

if you haven't already checked out ideeli...

...you should - they are an invite only designer discount shopping site and I have your ticket in - for free -
you should definitely click this link



They're also offering a $2,500 ideeli shopping spree. I promise they often have very good labels - Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Christian Lacroix, Anne Taylor, Lacoste. And not just clothes - they also have stuff for your pad.

Coming up soon (I'm especially excited about this) KATE SPADE!!



Also, if you need linens and stuff of that nature, a Lenox sale starts tomorrow.




Enjoy!