Etsy Offices

Have you seen Etsy's corporate offices? Beautiful, creative and unique just like the site itself. I imagine it would be a very fun place to work!

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DIY Sunburst Mirror

I've always, always wanted a sunburst mirror. Always!

Over the last couple months I've been redoing our living room. Kept the couch and chairs, incorporated some new pieces, did some painting and finished things of with a bit of accessorizing. But I'm done yet...I've been dreaming of a sunburst mirror.

And NOW I've found a way to DIY (or DIM I guess, do it myself) a sunburst mirror.
Humble materials and a little paint can go a long way. A long way that does not look handmade (that's key!) I can't wait to try this out.
Stay tuned...

Rosemary Beach: Tracery Interiors

{ a few of my snaps from rosemary beach }

Our trek down 30A led us to Rosemary Beach. This seaside town was my favorite of all the towns along the gulf we visited. Cobblestone streets and beautiful light, airy architecture make you feel as though you've been transported to an entirely different country. Rosemary Beach is the perfect combination of the Traditional Neighborhood Development and the quintessential beach town. We went up and down the quiet streets and found a few favorite shops, one being Tracery Interiors.

 { above are a few of my favorite interiors from tracery interiors website }

Tracery has created interiors across the South. A peek at their website and blog will give you a glimpse at some of the beauty they've created. Based in Rosemary Beach, Tracery Interiors has a storefront that offers home furnishings, art and decor. Thomas Paul pillows, the simrin glasses I've been wanting and plenty of other gorgeous goods filled the stop. I ended up taking home a cute frame and some seashells to use as filler around my home.

{ photos of tracery interiors shop, from their blog }

Luckily the sweet girl behind the counter let me know that Tracery Interiors has an online shop. So even if you can't make it to Rosemary Beach you can still browse virtually.

Grown-Up Playhouse

When I was a little girl we'd visit my cousins who lived about an hour away every so often. They had a sweeping back yard with a hill and tire swing. Their closest neighbor raised peacocks who would peek their beaks through the fence dividing the properties. We'd always find long peacock feathers along the fence line and I certainly thought they were magical as we used them as fairy wands and other games.

But above all of these wonders my favorite part of our trips was the chance to visit their playhouse.  Hidden beneath a tree, behind the main house was a tiny Victorian with a sweet porch. I honestly couldn't tell you what the inside of the playhouse looked like. I just remember the magic it contained for me.  A secret spot for us to play and hide. Our own space. I bet if I saw it now, it would be merely a small, rickety shed like shelter but back then it was a tiny castle!

Imagine my delight when I stumbled upon an article in the NY Times detailing a woman's dream home in the Catskills. A grown-up playhouse was my immediate connection. Sandra Foster carved out her own private retreat behind a run-down trailer and it looks just lovely. Adding to the whimsy is a tiny creek you must cross to find the cottage hidden within the forest. Perhaps most amazing for us adults is that the beauty of this mini-mansion is that it was completely, lovingly and wonderfully restored and decorated for under $3000! This gives me hope that I too may one day have my own "playhouse."

Dream Beds

When it comes to decor, especially bedding, I am extremely fickle. Always wanting something new. Our current Pottery Barn bedding is not even 2 years old and I'm sick of it and ready for a change. Alas it is in great condition and new bedding is not on the "needs" list but rather the "wants" list. If I could redo my bedding right now these are my three favorites.

Not only would I take this quilt but I'd pretty much love an exact replica of the room too!

Anthro's Rosette bedding is my number 1 pick and I love UO's Waterfull bedding too (but I doubt my hubby would let me get away with that, IF we were switching things up).

Do you get the itch to change things up often too? What are your favorites of the moment?

Bunting Bonanza

When looking through my bookmarks it came to my attention that a plethora of bunting, pennant, flag, whatever-you-want-to-call-its were hiding there. Over the past few months I've collected many posts and pages in this theme. Bunting just seems so celebratory and I think that is why I'm enamored by it. Even when used it everyday applications it seems cheery+cute. Below are some of my faves I've saved.




Pennant Rubber Stamp Roller
No Sew Fabric Banner
Bunting Pillows
Fill-In Pennant Cards
DIY Bunting Bday Card
Stamp Cake Banner

Yellow and Grey

It is not a new color combo but it sure is appealing to me all of sudden. I think it has something to do with this. The unexpected pairing of an often deemed "dreary" color and the most cheery of hues is the perfect yin and yang of the decor world.



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Birthday Month

My hubby is quite the character. Each May he deems it his "birthday month" and he celebrates the entire month through. And by celebrate I mean whenever he wants something he reminds me "but its my birthday month!" and I usually relent.

So this year I'm claiming March as my birthday month too! I figure it will be fun to have an excuse to celebrate, right? The month is starting off great. The Bright Side Project (which I am lucky to be a part of) turned one today and we have some amazing giveaways going on right now. I'm looking forward to taking a day trip to NOLA this weekend to see "Dream Come True" an exhibit at the art museum. And the first day of Spring is right around the corner (and we'll get more daylight soon too!)

So to kick off my "birthday month" I'm making my dream wish list. Remember as a kid making mile long gift wish lists and truly believing each and every item would be delivered to you on that day? I miss that kind of magical thinking! As an adult, I now know how lucky + blessed I am to be able to have such a superficial wish list when so many around the world are dreaming of basic needs being met. God is good!

Rosette Quilt

Growing Conditions Tank

Equinox Calling Dress

Chandra/Amy Butler Lacework Rug

Bond No. 9 New York Fling

Kelly Moore Bag

Bugle Boy Dress

Ban.do Headband

Kate Spade iphone Case

Cupcake Stands

One Line A Day Journal

Tim Walker Pictures

The Big Poppy

Seinfeld The Complete Series

Crinkle T-Strap Sandals

Warm and Fuzzy...

My desire for warm sunshiny days and spring flowers is at an all time high. And my annual beach fever has come early. I put together some cheerful, spring like photos to help me daydream...



photo credits: 1, 2, 3, 4,

Pretty Pretty PartyParty

The PartyParty collection at Urban Outfitters designed by Confetti Systems has me in the mood to plan a celebration! Pretty pinatas and confetti could be the start of a lovely theme. I can imagine the pink and gold pinata as a focal point at little girl's feminine birthday party. The hot pink diamond would be fun with lots of bright decor at a fabulous teenage gathering. And the feista garland...well couldn't I just leave that up year round?

Beach Dreaming...

I try not to complain about the weather. As my hubby says "without black there would be no white. And without cold there would be no hot. And with out winter there would be no summer." So I understand the seasonal necessity. But I've got to admit, I'm over winter. I'm ever so ready for spring! Even on our trip to Florida of all places we endured shivering temperatures. Now I'm dreaming of sun and sand. This bathroom would suffice for now though...

I just love the sweet starfish that dance near the soaking tub. And doesn't the tub itself look "sandy?" A beach like bathroom...genius!

photo from Country Living

NOLA: Real World

Seems like I've started the week off with a theme: NOLA! Didn't mean it to happen that way but it is quite appropriate since our Saints are headed to Miami this weekend. I am not an avid Real World watcher, in fact the last one I really remember getting into was the New Orleans cast. I think that was mostly because they were somewhere near and dear to me. MTV is taking the Real World Back to New Orleans and the house they'll be living in seems pretty amazing. I just love the old houses in the city they have such history and charm. And I wouldn't mind that kitchen either!





photos found here

NOLA: Living Lovely

It makes me so excited to find bloggers near by me, so I was thrilled to come across Black.White.Yellow. This blog is home to Jessica, an architect who is living in New Orleans, LA. Now I am hooked on her blog and also loving her new apartment photos. Her style is eclectic and fun...a true embodiment of the city itself. She said she wanted to "create a space on a shoestring budget that screams happy." I'd say she succeeded, wouldn't you?

Cozy Cushions

I may be a bit preoccupied with pillows these days. I found another great source for reasonably priced and pretty pillows: Maries Cosy Cushions. A few years back my hubby told me not to bring home any more pillows and I think some sort of threat was involved! But now that I've gotten rid of most of them, I'm ready to update. And in the grand scheme of things pillows are a simple way to change things up. Right?

Speaking Of...

turquoise bathrooms, I'd settle for this backdrop!

Magic Carpets

Maybe I am just easily amused but these rugs sure to make me smile.