Got an artsy style? You’ll love this site
A textile artist tipped me off to this site, which I'm really glad to now have in my bookmarks. The shop is called Envelop and textile designers can upload their designs to provided templates for totes, pillows, aprons, oven gloves, and other cotton products. I'm thinking maybe I could even upload some of my patterns from my...
Gorgeous inspiring images from my favorite blogs
I thought I'd pick up where I left off and continue with installments of "Favorite Images from my Favorite Blogs." I started this feature because I realized that as a blogger, I rarely had the time to peruse the blogs that inspired me to start blogging, or that I'd discovered while blogging. I hope you enjoy and that it...
Has anysone seen this travel/shopping show?
So I was introduced to this show a while back, but I don't get the Sundance channel so I've never actually seen it. The show is called "Man Shops Globe," and features Keith Johnson - buyer at large for Anthropologie. The show was described to me as such, "Cameras follow Keith from flea markets in Paris to...
Amazing worked in and lived in artist lofts
A reader requested a post on artist lofts - live/work spaces way back in October. Shamefully, I'm just getting to that now. There are so many great examples out there that I'm going to have to save some for future posts.Here are some good examples of real spaces. Even if you don't have a loft, maybe you...
Country chic inspiration and DIY ideas
Now that I'm back at my parents' farm after my travels, and surrounded by all things rustic and country, I thought I'd dig through my picture folders and share some country interiorsLike the ceramic collection. The metal light fixtures keep this kitchen from being too kitschy country.via House BeautifulThe three images below are all of Tony Shalhoub's...
A charming country home with style north of Copenhagen
One place we didn't visit on my travels, but is still very much on my travel wish list, is Copenhagen. I'm sure the architecture and shops would be right up my alley. Has anyone been to Copenhagen? What did you think?The natural light in this home is great - also the architectural details like the radiator...
A great new designer discount site from Daily Candy! I have your free membership code!
We all love Daily Candy for their great beauty, fashion, and lifestyle tips. Now they've come out with "Swirl," which is a site featuring sample sales from various designers. It's still in Beta but I thought I'd spread the word so you have one more way to snag your fave designer goodies for less. I've set...
I’m back from Europe – with a book giveaway!!
Hi everyone! I'm so excited to be able to post on a regular basis again! The trip was absolutely amazing and I promise to share pictures of my boyfriend and my 9 week journey - but first I have to do some photo organizing. I thought I'd welcome everyone back with a book giveaway, Mark Montano's...
Hello from Berlin! More pictures from my Europe trip
The pictures below are from the beautiful Picos de Europa, in Spain. My favorite part was probably getting to take in the beautiful views alongside the cows that graze the mountain tops.The traffic jams were caused by livestockOne of the most amazing parts of being on this mountain top valley was the chorus of cowbells you could hear...
Hello from Salzburg, Austria – more pictures from the beginning of my trip!
I am having an amazing time traveling around Europe. We have been to Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. So far Germany has been my favorite because the houses are simply charming and the gardens are so beautiful. I will post pictures in due time, but first here are more of the...