Sipping tea is so underrated! I’ve been itching to host a small tea party lately with a few lovely ladies and as I’m doing research on what to provide, I came across these adorable Tea Party Requisites I just had to share:::
Oscar de la Renta Plates {$125 for 4} // Simmer Down Tea {$14} // The Vintage Tea Party Book {$30} // Finum Tea Press {$30} // 12-Piece Tea Cup Set {$15} // Ceramic Tea Cup {$10} // Embroidered Napkins {$36 for 4} // Project Angel Food Cookies
1. Not only am I nerding out over navy blue lately, but palm tree leaves have never looked better. I love this room because of all the vibrant colors being used.
Green Floral Pillow {$40} // Essex Upholstered Ottoman {$300} // Cream Stool {$129}
2. Fig tree’s are having a major moment and I can’t wait to get my hands on one! The juxtaposition of the outdoor tree and the preppy striped rug give me butterflies!
Artificial Fiddle Fig Leaf Tree // Chiara Coffee Table {#109} // Striped Rug {$275}
3. If you’re working with a tight space it’s a great idea to invest in a cool light fixture to draw the eyes up.
Diamond Pendant Chandelier // Sheepskin Rug {$229} // Herringbone Rug {$45+}
4. A cozy chic living room warms my heart and I think the quickest way to achieving this is with floor pillows.
Bronze Letter {$4} // Lab Floor Lamp {$100} // Laguna Floor Pillow {$70+}
5. It’s clean, sharp and an easy style to snag with a simple zig zag pillow. Because trends come and go so quickly I would suggest in getting the look with a pillow rather than investing in a larger ticketed item such as a sofa or rug.
Zig Zag Pillow {$40} // Deer Head {$50}
For more inspiration visit my “Home Sweet Home” pinterest board.
Do I ever do this? {the answer is no} But when I come across something on Pinterest that makes me smile this much, I just have to share the fun with my readers! I’ve been cheating on fashion with art & interior decorating my studio space and spotted these adorably unique animal prints from The Animal Print Shop by Sharon Montrose. My first order of business on Monday is to order one for my office wall {but which one!? it’s soooo hard to pick!}. And don’t even get me started on how cute these would look in a baby room {don’t get any ideas!}.
Know what I love most about these swoon worthy works? The animals photographed for the series are real live animals, raised (and most rescued) & through the artists work, she helps support several organizations devoted to animal rescue, educational programs, and nurturing wildlife.
Doesn’t get much better than that!
I’ll be the first to admit that absolutely hate spending money on things like curtains and {wait for it} picture frames! But when it came time to revamp my studio, the first order of business was to get my wacky wall in order. Currently, I have an array of mismatched frames, a chalkboard and few other loose screws. If you’re going to do the mismatched look you have to really commit and have enough variety to make a full statement. I wasn’t really feeling like my wall was mismatched enough and because the majority of my frames are white, I decided to commit to an all white framed wall look. Here are a few pieces I’m lusting over to fill up the empty frames.
I’ll be sure to post before/after pictures of my wall of frames once it’s done – wish me luck!
1. Gray Malin Prada Marfa at Dawn {$99+} // 2. Paris Print {$15} // 3. Ideal Bookshelf 505: Fashion {$60} // 4. William Wegman Vacationland {$120} //5. Flamingo No. 4 {$60} // 6. J is for . . . {$20} // 7. Bulldog {$15} /
It’s January 8th and if you haven’t done so already, it’s high time you go on a maaadddd cleaning frenzy in your closet! There’s nothing better than setting the year off on the right heel with a freshly cleaned closet. You know what they say “Clean closet = clear mind”… I’m not sure who said that, I kinda just made it up…but it makes sense right?
2013 Calendar {$20} // Pile of Clothing Illustration {$50} // // Wooden Hangers {$37 for a 24 pack} // Wire Basket {$11.54} //
To me, dressing up a table is just as fun {and just as important} as the way we dress ourselves! Some of the most memorable moments happen around the family dinner table. When hosting a gathering, no matter if it’s for a party of 2 or 10, my goal is to transform my home into an escape for my guests. When friends and family step through our doors, I want them to step into a winter wonderland where love is felt, laughter had and memories are made. This holiday season, I encourage you to take the extra step, whether it’s tying ribbon around your silverware or adding a piece of garland to your table scape, and see what a big difference it makes for both you and your guests’ holiday spirit!
For the video showing how I completed this look, click here!
For this shoot, the lovely team over at Found Vintage Rentals provided me with amazingly unique and truly special pieces. I especially loved the vintage wagon & rustic farm style wooden table. We used Found Vintage Rentals last year for our wedding too!
Photo’s taken by the talented Addison Neville
Found Vintage Rentals // Juliska Dinner Plate & Salad Plate // Wine Goblets {$8 ea.} // Hobnail Tumblers {$10 ea.} // Polar Bear Ornament {$14} // Ralph Lauren Napkins {$25 for 4, purchased at Home Goods} // Beaver Ornament {$12} // Snow Globe {$18} // Cupcake Stand from // Fur Throw from Room & Board {similar one here} // Cotton from Dad’s Farm // Deer Horns from Dad // Rosehips {$10 a bundle} // Cupcake Stand {$68} // Velvet Stockings {$16 ea.} // Turntable by Crosley {$160} // Tall Mercury Glass Vase {$40} // Mercury Glass Candle Holder {$13} // Rediscovered Flatware {$35 for set} // Southern Living Table Runner {$60}
It’s time to bust out your fat pants because the fattest day of the year has finally arrived {insert: my favorite day of the year!}. I hereby give you permission to bing, guilt free, for not one, not two, but three days! And because it’s pretty much impossible for any family to fully finish off an entire turkey, here are a few favorite recipes for that morning {or two} after!
1. Turkey Pot Pie // 2. Turkey Croquettes // 3. Turkey Cranberry Monte Cristo // 4. Turkey Casserole // 5. Turkey Club // 6. Turkey Gumbo // 7. Turkey Dress & Gravy Panini // 8. Turkey Noodle Soup
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