for $36 you can scoop up this ultra chic nut cracker at mod livin…simple and sleek does the job right.
for $36 you can scoop up this ultra chic nut cracker at mod livin…simple and sleek does the job right.
have a wine lover on your gift list? try this wine cooler from alessi made of thermoplastic resin- perfect for toting your favorite bottles. available in red, blue or ivory for $50 right here.
happy holidays everyone! in light of the season, i’ve decided to turn d*s into a great big giant gift guide until the holidays are over. i’m in the process of moving, so i won’t have time to do in-depth posts until the new year, so each week will be a gift guide arranged by price….
i just wanted to extend a warm ‘happy thanksgiving‘ to everyone. i’m taking off tomorrow to celebrate the holiday with family in virginia, so i’ll be back on monday morning. and, in extra thankful news…we found an apt! ac and i can now begin the redecorating process in new park slope apartment on dec 1-…
this 100% wool felt placement is just dainty enough to class up any meal. sure to add some color and fun to the dinner table. available right here.
these adorable ceramic egg saucers come in four cheerful colors: pink, orange, mint and blue. available online right here. [sorry i forgot the link- in new apt daze]
designer rainer spehl’s “qoffee” seat is a fun little spin on your morning pick-me-up. designed to look like oversized plastic coffee cups, these stools can be used as seats or as a storage bin. you can stack them as well. available online (in white, beige, orange or dark grey) right here.
this ceramic moneybox is a playful take on the idea of “money in the hand”. it opens from the bottom and stores all of your coins until you’re ready to hand them over…i know, horrible joke. available online right here.
this clever little lamp is made of folded and powder coated aluminium. available in two sizes (and as a floor lamp) and three colors (white, plum or yellow), it’s perfect for adding a little fun to the table. available online right here.
in the realm of silly but fun objects, this piece is king. designed by kathleen walsh, the carlos night light is a lovely little glowing piece that looks like a dog who just got back from the vet…too funny. available online at unica home.
i’ve never been a big fan of christmas colors and holiday decorations in the traditional sense, but this collection of holiday pieces at west elm looks down right festive (in a modern way). geo pillows right here, deer pillows here, polished red nesting tables here, mirror tiles here, floral pillows (similar to judy ross designs)…
these nifty little plastic id tags are a holiday party must-have. made of snappy color-coded rubber bands that wind around wine glass stems, wine lines have fun little sayings like, “mellow but charming,” “easily approachable,” “supple,” and “earthy” written on them. drink up!
it’s no secret that i’m a total chandelier nut (and plan on filling our apt to the brim with them when we move), so these little charmers are right up my alley. the “petite chandelier” at urban outfitters comes in white or black and will only set you back a reasonable $68. so for those…
artist and designer, jennifer sarkilahti recently launched an elegant collection of jewelry under the name “odette“. her work is elegant, modern and simple- and certainly something every girl should have in their jewelry box. originally from virginia (hooray!), sarkilahti moved to new york to pursue jewelry making as an outlet for her creative talents. released…
late start today while i tie up loose ends at work before we all leave for the holiday. will start posting at 2pm. talk amongst yourselves if you’d like!
having a hard time deciding what to get the animal lover in your family? how about these adorable cards by cat’s dogs that feature hand illustrated four-panel photo strips depicting “various breeds in different stages of posturing before the camera”. the set of 3 blank cards comes with a postage stamp, so it’s ready to…
need a fun gift for the person who has everything? well, if they like to carry their favorite libations around with them, this stainless steel flask with metallic fabric might be just the thing. a bit too flashy for the guys maybe…available for $25 at wishing fish.
