BellaHëm: October 2011

Thursday, October 27, 2011

all lit up

its getting darker out earlier and it could be depressing....unless.... you were flipping these lights on, in which case, you need not the sun to go down to enjoy how gorgeous they are.

light light can go on the ceiling or act as a sconce, either way, absolutely beautiful

Suzanne Kasler for Circa Lighting

simple but stunning:

Suzanne Kasler for Circa Lighting

or this sexy little thing would be amazing in a place where low lighting is key

Clodagh for Circa lighting

to keep the look modern, clean and interesting:

FECIOLI PENDANT by David Easton

love the shape and think this is a very handsome light

Small Regency Wall Light by Sandy Chapman

and Circa Lighting has no shortage of beautiful lighting, I could post a few more, but i think you might want to check it out for yourself....

http://www.circalighting.com/index.aspx

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

pretty FUN things

i have to admit to loving this for all the wrong reasons. yes, i am all for peace, but what i really like are the gold dots and the impact of this dish. i see it so many different places - not just at the table, but on a vanity with bottles of perfume, hung on the wall, as a catch all for the entryway.... good for the holidays or for a shot of 70's glam.

http://www.cameonouveau.com/Gold-Peace-Sign-Dinner-Plate-p/h_plat_001.htm

(there is also an understated version of this for a peace loving minimalist)

while i'm in the holiday kinda mood (strange since it is almost 70degrees here today), might as well post this (it's the right side of the photo we are focusing on)

wine bottle accessories

the fur stole is cracking me up. drinking in style has taken on a whole new meaning. what a fun way to bring a bottle of wine over during the holidays (or champagne on New Years). yes, the santa is cute too, but the fur is the winner here.

Sunday, October 23, 2011

sofa envy

i have sofa envy. very simple. i long for a chesterfield in a moody color, in a sumptuous fabric.

thackery chesterfield

this is the kind of sofa that invites you in and says "come on in, stay for a while. get cozy"
and i want it. love the color, love the low back. love how comfortable it looks.

Thursday, October 13, 2011

stocking style

have a design obsessed friend?

interior designers and fabric enthusiasts in your life will be pleased with Plum Cushion's shop on Etsy. Schumacher fabric stockings. 'nuff said.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60721745/christmas-stocking-imperial-trellis?ref=pr_shop

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60725101/christmas-stocking-zenyatta-mondatta?ref=pr_shop

cute blog too http://www.plumcushion.com/.

christmas bells and visions of Schumacher dancing in my head...

wrapped up in tradition

blanket time! i'll take all of these - for bonfires, for the sofa, for bed, for gifts....

Pendelton Blankets, family owned and in business for 140 years (6 generations!)

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/Blankets/SOLID-PATTERN-BLANKETS/GLACIER-NATIONAL-PARK-BLANKET/166372/sc/1777/c/1821/pc/1816.uts

So fresh! I adore this blanket. and now for some crazy color (you know i can't help myself)

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/Blankets/SOLID-PATTERN-BLANKETS/SERAPE/166557/sc/1777/c/1821/pc/1816.uts

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/Native-American/BED-BLANKETS/TREE-OF-LIFE-BLANKET/168370/sc/1759/c/1823/pc/1816.uts

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/Native-American/AMERICAN-INDIAN-COLLEGE-FUND/SONS-OF-THE-SKY-BLANKET/166441/sc/1787/c/1823/pc/1816.uts

here's some important info taken off Pendleton Woolen Mills website - this last blanket supports the American Indian College Fund (information on Fund found at bottom of page)

and don't forget this handly little leather carrier - one less thing to stuff into a bag

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/product/Home-Blankets/TRAVEL-AND-TAKE-ALONGS/TRAVEL-AND-TAKE-ALONGS/LEATHER-BLANKET-CARRIER/168326/sc/1699/c/1699/pc/1816.uts

American Indian College Fund

The American Indian College Fund is a Native American-operated organization dedicated to education. More than 30 tribal colleges serve American Indian students from every geographic region in the United States. They are beacons of hope for social and economic change in the communities they serve. The fund provides educational opportunities for students and disburses 6,000 scholarships annually. For a century, Pendleton Woolen Mills has maintained a mutual respect for our original customers, Native Americans. That is one of many reasons we support this philanthropic partnership. When you purchase an American Indian College Fund Blanket, a portion of the proceeds goes to help tribal colleges. To learn more about the fund, call 1-800-776-3863 or visit www.collegefund.org.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

creature comforts for that strange creature: a toddler

something big is going on in our house the past 2 days - our little girl is now in a BIG GIRL bed. ohmy.

these are little things that will make a big difference in the world of R:

a nightlight that can stay on, without being blinding or the focus (ie: staring at it in an effort NOT to go to sleep. i love this so much, i want one for our bedroom and for the living room... okay, maybe not, but maybe). and although it comes in pink (girl), orange (gender neutral) and navy (boy), i think the navy is the most innocuous. wish the picture showed what a pretty light it throws - like a clear night dotted with little stars.

http://www.giggle.com/eng/product/star_egg_nightlight/staregg

also saw this, and since R is "the duck" its a cute addition to her bath

http://www.giggle.com/eng/product/duck_step_stool/102ss0000ylw

for some reason, when i first saw this pic, i thought it was a picnic table. cute stool. maybe i need glasses.

we're just getting started

spotlight on side tables.

came across this side table the other day and was pleasantly surprised with the look - weathered wood, simple design - overall it has a good effect and had me looking for more side tables that have a 'wow" factor: