It’s about time cats got their own product column on Design*Sponge. I love Stephanie and her beloved Mr. Harvey, but every week I got a little sadder seeing a dog take top billing. So today we’re going to talk about the best way to show your love for cats: by wearing them, decorating with them…
My favorite color is green — always has been and probably always will be. When I was a kid, I wanted everything in green: pens, lollipops, clothes, my bedroom walls. As I’ve grown, my love for the color has slowly transformed into a love of nature and all that is fresh and alive around us….
I’ve been so excited about this month’s theme (Family + Pets) because it gives me a chance to shamelessly indulge in my love of animals. Aside from photos on my fridge, I’ve never really kept portraits or photographs around my house. I have artwork on my walls, but I tend to keep photographs of friends…
A bold pattern like an ikat print can truly be the difference between bland and fab. So when I’m stuck in a design conundrum, I immediately turn to a pattern. The ikat is currently rising in the ranks of my favorite patterns. Both bold and artistic, I love how this pattern allows for so many variations and color palettes. It’s…
It’s the season of love, and I can’t resist thinking of all the wonderful heart-shaped and heart-emblazoned items out there. Here is a quick glimpse at some of the things I’m “loving” for me, my home and my pup, Mr. Harvey. — Stephanie HUMAN — I was bit with the travel bug at an early…
Always one to favor rugged over delicate, I’ve been known to own a studded design from time to time. There’s just something about a metal stud that attracts my eye and adds a quality detail to any piece. Yes, you can go overboard, but when done right, a stud can take a design from dull…
If you follow my Human/House/Harvey column here on D*S, or my personal dog+ design blog, House of Harvey, you know that I have a “thing” for well-designed pet products. I think that the chew toys and dog beds of yesteryear have made strides in innovative and stylish design, and some may say, have become pieces…
A good pattern can spice up any look, and there is nothing more classic (and versatile) than an animal print. I remember being gifted my first faux-fur leopard-print jacket one year and wearing it to fringes. It was a favorite and will always be a memorable staple from my wardrobe’s past. Today, I think I…
It seems I’m having a love affair with ceramics of late. Ceramic vases, ceramic candle holders, ceramic measuring cups . . . you name it, I have it (or at least I want it) in ceramic form. Something about the weight, texture and style of ceramic goods makes me giddy, so I thought I’d share a few…
This time of year makes me yearn for a rustic, scenic fall-cabin setting: scents of cinnamon and vanilla, distressed leather and cozy hot cider-drinking sessions on the couch (sigh). To appease these harvest cravings, I’ve decided to do a little online hunting for me, my home and my pup. — Stephanie HUMAN — I’ve always dreamed of distressing…
Everyone needs a little sparkle in their life. While I am not the biggest fan of the bling, I will admit that I fall for the occasional shiny bauble from time to time. Whether it is a piece of jewelry flare or a shimmering wardrobe piece, I have to infuse a bit of glam into…
Growing up in the Catholic school system, I became used to having plaid in my everyday wardrobe. While at first I hated it (I was a bit of a rebel without a cause back then), I slowly began to accept the traditional tartan look and have actually come to love it, in all aspects of…
Geometry was my favorite math subject in high school. For some reason, I could totally comprehend the way lines and angles came together to create perfectly formed shapes. Today, that love of shapes has evolved into a passion for geometric design. So I’ve decided to round up some of my favorite geometric items for myself,…
Without fail, whenever I think of stainless steel, my thoughts wander to visions of professional kitchens and pristine environments. But even though stainless steel is typically associated with sterile imagery, I think that when paired with the right decor and accessories, the stainless steel look can have a very stylish effect. I would love to add…
I’ve always been a solids girl: solid rugs, solid sweaters, solid bedding. There are, however, occasional moments when I find a pattern that I can’t resist. As of late, I have been riding on the blue train and am loving a lot of the blue-patterned items I am noticing. So for today’s Human/House/Harvey, I have rounded…
I’ve got pets on the brain right now, so these new collars and leashes from See Scout Sleep are calling my name. Each piece is made from 100% hemp webbing, and the patterns are nylon ribbons that are woven in Tennessee. As much as I love these new geometric patterns, I think I love the…
I’m sure you’re all well aware of our (somewhat obsessive) undying love for pets here on D*S. Crazy cat ladies? Guilty as charged. There’s not much we wouldn’t do for our furry companions; we’re not painting their nails or feeding them caviar, but beyond that, let’s just say we’re pretty attentive to their needs and wants….
It’s embarrassingly clear that I’m way more of a cat person than a dog person (my series of cat tweets from yesterday should be proof alone). However, I enjoy a fuzzy friend regardless of species, so these beautiful, minimal dog accessories from Cloud 7 are right up my alley. Based in Berlin, Cloud 7 produces…
Last night I was talking about how dogs get the majority of the good pet designs, and these cute new leashes are a perfect example. My cat would seriously panic if I tried to put a leash on him (I can’t think of a reason I would anyway), but if I had a dog, this…
I’ve got dogs on the brain this morning. Yesterday I got to visit Anthropologie‘s main campus down in Philadelphia and I was so excited to see that everyone working there is allowed to bring dogs to work. I ran around like an idiot saying hi to them all and laughing while they ran around us…
