Vintage beauty – inspiring photos from “Robes of Earth” on Flickr
I discovered Robes or Earth's photostream on flickr while searching for photos of apothecary cabinets - and I think you'll agree that it's a find! The photos are from amazing museums around the artist's home of Melbourne Australia - like "an open-air recreation of a coal mining settlement in the 1880s in rural Australia" - Coal Creek. The...
The supercute apartment of a vintage clothing shop owner
This kitchen is tiny but functionalA nice little workspaceI like the vintage trunks as a nightstand - and check out the shoe storage underneathThe shopvia Indenfor.com
One of the best lampshade refab how-tos ever
Need a spring spruce up but no budget whatsoever? I found this how to and thought it might make a nice weekend project. I'd love to see before and after pics if anyone decides to give this a go!In order to read the directions - click on each image for a larger, legible view. Or, go to Nesting Newbies...
Gorgeous nature-inspired decor – vases, illuminaries, tealights, etc.
My trip to Boston in February left me with tons of inspiration and business cards from the plethora of adorable shops and boutiques. One of those shops was E.R. Butler & Co.; known for it's fine architectural details, but what made my jaw drop was the beautiful porcelain treasures and jewelry. Here are a few of my...
A “Belgian” rustic cottage with modern elegance
I'm not sure what "Belgian Rustic" means, but whatever it is I like it!The dark wood timbers mixed with lighter neutrals is a palette I've always liked, and the nod to nature and a rustic "tied-to-the-earth" aesthetic is relaxing and homey.Great sculpture!Love this wooden armoire.via Lonny Mag
Some yummy soaps to pamper yourself or someone who needs a little r&r
I was really grateful to Spirit Beauty Lounge for sending out two lovely soaps. One was from Skinny Skinny, an organic Lime and mint bar that is chicly and responsibly packaged and produce. This was great after the beach ( I spent the last three weeks visiting my sister in Tampa). The sent wasn't overly herbal...
A gorgeous Copenhagen apartment furnished with Danish sensiblilty
This stunner caught my attention on first glance. The delicate decor mixed with the simple, clean lines of classic Danish furnishings is right up my ally. Not a bad way to start off the week eh?Love that armchairgorgeousBeautiful space no?via Indenfor and Udenfor
I know it’s Saturday, but I can’t have you miss this sale!
Gilt has two awesome sales right now - a House Beautiful themed "Blue Haven" sale, and an ABC Carpet & Home sale. Should you ever visit NYC - you must go visit ABC Carpet at 888 Broadway just north of Union Square.These sales sell out fast so go to Gilt and get yours! Click on this link -if...
Favorite images from my favorite blogs
Hi all - sorry I've been MIA this week, a lot came up. I thought I'd merge back into the grind with some lovely imagery I've found on some of my favorite blogs. In no particular order:From the breezy, beautiful Beach Bungalow 8Such a cheerful windowseat!I like the look of different curtains, mixed and matchedFrom the always delightful Brabourne...
Gorgeous living rooms in all styles
I thought today I'd just grace you all with some living room beauty. Enough said?images above via HomeLifevia Dwellings & Decor via Made by Girlvia DominioSome granny chicvia Decor8 TumblrI'm way too shy to use this color, but I love it in this room!via Benjamin Moorevia Beluah Designs