Siv Kouth is an interior designer who knows how to add drama to a room. This bedroom, which belongs to Siv’s cousin, was looking a little drab and not quite sophisticated enough to suit her tastes. Sophisticated is definitely what she got; I’m mesmerized by the irregular stripes, and I love the mix of taupes…
When we posted Adrianne’s lovely card catalog makeover a while back, it received rave reviews. With similar notes of sophistication and old-school charm, Adrianne’s amazing new kitchen is sure to be equally popular. I love the mixture of dark salvaged wood, red brick and industrial metal, and the delicate glass chandelier that provides a lovely,…
Erin and her husband were on the lookout for a bench to accompany their entry console table and provide extra seating in their living room. They managed to snatch up this bench at a hotel liquidators’ sale and refurbish it into a sharp, modern piece. The upholstery fabric they’ve chosen provides a nice, bold contrast…
I’m not yet in the nursery-planning phase of my life, but I’m thankful for all the great projects that come our way that can provide inspiration if the time ever comes. This light and airy nursery from Katie Raadt has a lot of great things going for it; I love that it looks fun and…
I have a very mixed relationship with asterisks. Namely because about 50% of the time I think about my blog’s name I wish I hadn’t used one. Thinking back I’m not sure why I really chose to put one in, but I regret it every time I do an interview and someone writes that I…
Poster by Pia, Erin and Yvette It’s hard to describe how excited I was to see some of my blogging colleagues become as passionate about blogging ethics and etiquette as I was. For the last year or so I’ve been quietly talking to blogging friends to see if they were as itchy as I was…
Today I am delighted to give you a glimpse into the creative process of textile designer Jocelyn Warner. Jocelyn was one of the forerunners in reviving the lost art of wallpaper design by adding bold, graphic interpretations of botanical prints. Her work exudes modernity and timelessness, and her papers have even been acquired by the Cooper…
Lighting has to be one of our all-time favorite topics — we’ve recently held crafting events in honor of lighting, picked out our favorite chandeliers in homes and even delved into the history of chandeliers. You might call it a little obsessive. But if you’re a renter, updating lighting — whether an overhead fixture or ambient…
When I came across these old stove-burner tops at the salvage yard, I was immediately struck by their variations in pattern and how interesting they looked out of context. I never knew burner tops came in so many different shapes! After some heavy scrubbing, I found I liked them even more. They are nice, mid-sized…
I’ve seen a few lamps of this kind available in stores lately, but they are all a bit pricey; it’s clearly a great design that is begging for a DIY version. So I’m thrilled to see someone tackle this very feat and with such great results! Sarah Goodwin, designer and founder of the creative firm…
It may be a wee bit early for this, but I was recently out with an old friend at Cafe Collette, where I literally spotted this bottle from across the bar and begged the bartender for a look (and maybe a little taste). It was seriously as yummy as it was pretty. ROOT was launched in…
I’m one of those “easily overwhelmed shoppers.” I prefer small boutiques to big stores just because the sheer number of choices in a store larger than my apartment is enough to send me over the edge. So while I love gadgets as much as the next girl, I need someone to narrow the field. Which…
Happy Wednesday! Grace spent all yesterday moving. (She’s now a 5-minute bike ride away from me, as opposed to a 45-minute one! Woo-hoooo!) So while she’s waiting for her Internet to get hooked up, I’m starting the day with this print by James Smith from Unknown Prints, a UK site that connects people looking for affordable…
While I may normally err on the side of Annie Hall, no one is immune to the charms of Diane Keaton. Not now, not ever. Add a lecherous Jack Nicholson, a crazy-classy Hamptons beach house, a little rom-com sparkle dust and oops, look who just surprised herself by falling for Something’s Gotta Give. 1. Hydrangea…
Image above: Illustration by Julia Rothman As all fainting Victorian ladies knew, there is nothing more romantic that a chaise longue. My mom and I had our own little struggle over the vintage chaise longue in her garage (and I’ll use this moment to say that if it doesn’t get recovered soon, I’m coming with…
Today’s Biz Ladies post comes to us from Amanda Aitken, the founder of Better Than Chocolate Web Design. Amanda specializes in women-centric WordPress web design and has previously contributed to the Biz Ladies series with her post get a website in a weekend – with WordPress. Today she expands on her previous post with some…
Illustration by Nilo Naghdi Our San Diego City Guide update comes to us from blogger and San Diego resident Julia Wheeler. Julia shares with us her love for the sunny beachside city of San Diego with a wonderful guide to eating, seeing and shopping in each unique neighborhood. Thanks, Julia, for this fantastic tour through…
Today is our big moving day, and I’m already excited about decorating a totally blank canvas. One thing I love most about the new space is the high ceiling in the bedroom. Our current bedroom is nice, but the ceiling was never tall enough to hang a chandelier or something pendant-like above the bed. So…
As overwhelmed as I feel by today’s move (the movers will be here any minute!), I also feel hopeful and excited about the fresh start we’re getting in a new space in a new neighborhood. When I saw these prints from Argentinean artist Mara Caffarone, I felt they perfectly expressed my feelings of anticipation and happiness….
Janine Rewell is a 24-year-old Finnish freelance illustrator and designer based in Helsinki. While her illustration style is very colorful and decorative, her apartment leans towards a feminine minimalism. The two room 36m2 (387sf) apartment with wood floors, high ceilings and great detail sets the stage for Janine’s love of mixing Scandinavian design from the…
