Archive for December, 2010
Alright. This is my cue to head out for the weekend. I just got back from my nephew’s Christmas play (so cute) this morning and my brain is already on vacation apparently. So, I’ll leave you with a few links around internet land. See you Monday!
-If you like the interior image above, you’re going to flip for this house tour. I could drool over this all day. And I am ready to move in at a moment’s notice. FYI.
-Have you read my fun little post over on Dujour this week? It features the jewelry line I am currently obsessed with.
-General yummy-ness from the Creature Comforts test kitchen.
-For some reason I’ve been missing the homeland a lot lately. Hoping to take a trip out there again soon to see the fam.
-Fun DIY wrapping ideas for the holidays from Danni.
-And be sure to enter our two current giveaways if you haven’t already: Tali Schiffer 2011 calendar giveaway and the big August Wren print giveaway.
Believe it or not, I am still on the hunt for Christmas gifts for friends and a few family members. And I keep going back to check out Faith’s adorable hand-stitched goodies over on Ordinary Mommy.
If you are looking for something a little bit playful with a lot of personality, this shop if for you. At the very least, it will put a smile on your face. Guaranteed. I mean seriously, look at this owl clip and try not to fall in love. I dare you.
Visit Faith’s shop, Ordinary Mommy, to view more handmade, felt jewelry and accessories.
Next week, things will begin slowing down for a lot of us in preparation for the holidays. (I’ll still be here blogging away though) So, if you find you have a lot of extra time on your hands, I have just the thing for you. It’s called celebrate magazine! And it is A to the -wesome.
You have to check this out. It’s a free publication that Bonnie Forkner of Going Home to Roost has put together. There are over 50 pages of diy projects, crafts, recipes, downloads and more.
Yep. I said 50 pages. I almost can’t believe that Bonnie is giving it away for free. I am really excited to try a few of these projects myself, especially the paper mache bird vases and winter poms.
For your free copy, click here to visit GHTR.
You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to find the perfect handmade (or vintage) gifts for the ladies in your life. Here are some ideas to get you started…
1. Crochet Fingerless Mini Mittens in Very Berry $10
2. Antique Silver Tiny Twig Hair Pins $20.50
3. Satellite Bracelet in Gold $16
4. Wristlet Branching Blooms $24
For more ideas (25 products in all) for women’s gifts $30 and under, visit our Gifts for Gals Guide on papernstitch.com.
You all know how much I love handmade, being as though my whole career revolves around it. And you may also know that I have a little thing for vintage as well. So what happens when you combine the two?
Well I fall in love, that’s what happens.
..with these handmade slipcast ceramics by McCheek’s Mayhem. Each piece is made by Carole Smith using plaster molds and a few vintage ones as well. Then they go through three firings in a kiln. Followed by a glazing and then finally, the ceramic decals, which bring each piece to life in my opinion, are applied. Its a long process, but I gotta say, I am lovin’ the end results. Especially this super dooper cake stand!
Visit McCheek’s Mayhem now for more from this collection.
(gift certificates available)
Pink was the color of the day last Thursday, when Interior Obsessions with FormFire Glassworks explored Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2011. Those of you interested in that announcement are likely to be heavily influenced by the visual in your world and in design in general. Those of us suffering with this affliction often have another related symptom, that of having too many books and magazines to count. So today’s look centers around the storage of those reference items, the bookshelf.
From neat and tidy, organized by spine color to provide a perfect visual backdrop, to stacks of books set randomly about the house, designers and lovers of design collect images. Although I am trying to curtail some of this collection by doing much more of my cataloguing in the digital realm, a plethora of books can easily devolve into piles of clutter. But getting rid of those early sources of inspiration often proves quite a challenge, and storage, attractive storage, is necessary.
Low shelving is a great way to keep a collection of books in check. You can see over it easily, so it tends to feel more open. Designating one single wall in your house for shelving is also a great way to approach this. We’re really looking at ways to corral and limit the creep of books. Shelving as dividers is another great way to let your books and magazines do double duty. They get organized, and that object serves to delineate areas within the home. One clever location for books can be a corner unit, which also serves to organize space, creating the feel of a small library in what might otherwise be a bland side area. Keeping your book collection corralled and pulled together is a necessity in a more minimalist setting, but clear organization and inventive use of space (check out those stairs!) can keep paper clutter at bay.
(above) Stacks + Low Shelving
Room Divider + Pivoting Wall of Books
Books as Risers + Thick Slab Shelves
Sequin bows, colorful flower pouffs, and playful hair accessories are just a few of the things you’ll find at The shop at No. 144. These modern, one-of-a-kind pieces add a bold statement to any outfit. If you want to stand out (in a good way), this is the shop for you.
Right now, The shop at No. 144 is having a holiday sale on select items: 25% off until the end of the year (price as shown). AND free shipping WORLDWIDE on all items until December 17th!
Visit The shop at No. 144 on etsy for more from this collection.
