is it or isn't it?

i love things like this....  artful, fun and a play on an object we all know.  this little ditty by Chiasso would be a welcome addition to any kitchen in danger of taking itself too seriously.  its a great rendition....  and, it makes me smile.

unsealed glass bowl

burn one down

well, by now it is obvious i am a sucker for stripes.  can't help myself.  love them.  and i happen to like candles - all kinds (that are soy or beeswax and not scented too heavily - so maybe not all candles), but lately i really love the look of taper candles. 

ana candles - the colors are amazing!  this pic doesn't even do them justice.  pop onto www.fivestripes.com -  get a few extra and keep them around for hostess gifts - a package of all different stripes tied up with a pretty ribbon would be heaven.

i love the yellow/white and the turquoise/white and the hydrangea/white - all so purdy.  seriously, you cannot go wrong with the colors.  (i love the spring collection best, but the other lines are equally as nice). 

a little late for 2011 but totally early for Christmas 2012

i just saw these.  i'm a little mad at myself for letting these gorgeous ornaments escape me this freshly past christmas.  but i'm super excited to hang them on the tree in 12 short months.  in fact, i think i want nothing but these on the tree, only these little showstoppers.

all other ornaments will be redirected other places. 

Amethyst and Citrine Ornaments

love the Amethyst but adore the quartz...

Quartz Crystal Ornaments

they would look just as pretty hanging from a sconce or chandelier or off a vanity or wherever you can imagine really.

she naps, i shop

major score.........  not only is the "duckling" (my darling 2.5 year old little girl) napping but i had a little time to check out some sheet sets for her and found out the set i had been eyeing are on sale - down to $24.99 - total steal!

Big Bloom Sheet Set

they are just what I think Duckling's room should be full of - bright crisp colors, and fun prints.  Plus they are Oeko-Tex certified (tested and guaranteed to be free of all harmful substances - no toxins or irritants), so that makes me smile.

she already has this rug:

Tangerine Dream Cotton Woven Rug

and its starting to come together nicely.  next up, windows and a dresser.

all the trimmings. seriously.

i don't usually post clothes, accessories, shoes or any of my other favorite topics (accessories, handbags, baubles).  however, i will make an exception this frosty monday morning, but only because there are tassels.  the kind that are usually associated with window/pillow decor. so in a way, it fits the bill of being "eye candy for the home"  ---- would look lovely hanging in my foyer (and provide hours of entertainment for my little one.  okay hours of entertainment for me, minutes for her).

this bag is giving me the warm and fuzzies despite the 29 degrees it is outside

Blithe and Buoyant Tote

possible to DIY?  or in  my case, have someone DIY for me?  love the cheetah print inside.  love the how colorful the tassels are.  love love love. 

a subliminal call to the beach (via a really beautiful design)

i didn't realize this beautiful mirror had a nautical/ sea inspired background - i didn't get that far.  i just loved how it seems to have so much life and movement.  and i love that it is white - i think that is what keeps it somewhat tranquil and serene despite the fact it appears as if it just might dance off the wall.

Made Goods Ava Mirror

the texture is just amazing!  and it seems so light - even though it is 36"!!!  i am totally enchanted with the details and overall design.  and it doesn't have to go that beachy direction.  it could be just at home above a vanity in a city apartment. 
but if you can imagine what it would do for walls swathed in grasscloth with a hint of metallic....  ohhhh, i LOVE!

add ons that don't require computer skills (thankfully)

stumbled across this pretty little stool and a few clicks later saw this trim. i happen to love both and i happen to think perhaps these two simple yet beautiful items would look great together.

this counter stool

Arteriors Rochefort Iron, Wood and Linen Stool

with this trim around the side

brushed metal taupe tape by Calvin Klein
available to the trade

made for each other and easy to place in a modern industrial kitchen or at an island in a traditional kitchen - and anywhere in between. 

now we just need the kitchen!