Tuesday, May 25, 2010

The state of things + weekend flea market find!

There's a close up for you..I love to scour flea markets, I'm afraid my children will too, because I drag them along {neither seems to mind}! This weekend I purchased this green/blue glass "carboy" as I was told it's called. They are used for making beer and wine, which is fitting as I love both..I'm going to fill it with water and long grasses from my yard. My dream is to someday have a {very small} store that would house my design office and revamped flea-market finds. I really have a love of lamps and chairs, but I've run out of room..{would also love a small barn or garage someday - a makeshift workshop}



Also, an update on Emerson's room. See the concept here, if you missed it! I purchased these amazing letterpress graphic posters. Each is signed by the designer. I don't want to go overboard with sticky sweetness, so I thought these would be perfect. I like the message and the design. I'm going to have them individually framed for above the headboard. "Always Play Amongst Friends" from Brooklyn's Friends of Type..I also scored a simple little dresser at a yard sale. I'm going to paint it charcoal and add these glass pulls from The Paris Apartment. {they have the best glass pulls}

Remember my idea to frame images of deer and bunnies, well I'm going to do it gallery style above or on either side of the crib..{i always get nervous about hanging things above the crib}

would also love to incorporate some paper hangings..image via Making it lovely.

John Robshaw pillow fabric

Areaware bunny pillow - too cute!

Image of bedroom: Lonny

Friday, May 7, 2010

Happy Mother's Day!

Is this not the cutest shot? I've got to purchase this top and bloomers for Emerson! {Rikshaw Design} - I also adore their bedding.

Happy Mother's Day to all Mommie's, your wonderful Moms' and to those who are cherishing the memory of their amazing Mothers'! Enjoy your weekend!

I just had to share Jonathan Adler's idea on how to deconstruct your basic arrangement..spread it out among various vases..wow! now doesn't that look sooo much better?

While I'm on the topic of Jonathan Alder, I have to share this adorable pillow. I don't think I can resist it! {available at the end of the month}

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Girly Moments..

The "I just had a new baby" fog is finally starting to lift + just in time for the warm weather! Don't get me wrong things are still crazy,{yoga pants and multiple sweatshirt + long sleeve tee changes are still my daily routine} but I've actually starting working here and there. It's so nice to feel a part of society again! {new Mom's will know exactly what I am talking about} I've also started to think about my daughter's room. {my frequent readers already know I haven't had a chance work on Emerson's nursery, but have so many ideas}, stay tuned for updates..I'll leave you with a few sweet, girly moments to start your day!

I have loved this room from the moment it was feaured in Domino. {Ashley Stark's home}

I could have used this service yesterday.

Images: Pink Wallpaper, Laurie Frankel, Deborah Jaffe, Deborah Jaffe, MoodBoard, Habitually Chic, This is Glamorous, lala lovely things, Design Darling

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Give Away...Pixie Dust

I'm thrilled to share a give away from Shelter's newest sponsor, Pixie Dust. Pixie Dust has a beautiful selection of custom created prints that are available in baby bedding, blankets, pillows, poufs, bibs, and burpies! You have to check out their site, their adorable custom designs are perfect for your little one or as a wonderful gift! The owner of Pixie Dust, Stacy is an absolute joy to work with! Today we're giving away a beautiful blanket in your choice of print, click here for your options and leave a comment on my blog by Saturday 4.3 to enter! All of Pixie Dust's fabrics are fabulously soft to the touch! {see my little one below enjoying her watermelon pagoda blanket}

Pixie Dust even has a custom shop

Stacy was kind enough to send my little peanut a beautiful monogrammed pagoda blanket! Here is a snapshot of Emerson enjoying her new blankie. It's her {our favorite}!