new candy - the rue mag blog...

Tell me you've been checking out the new online mag RUE.  It is so fantastic, and will certainly leave you drooling for more!  The team at RUE seemed to know that because now they've started a blog!  This will for sure be added to my growing list of daily musts!  Stop by, you'll be happy you did!

new obsession - pinterest...

Hi! Hope everyone state side had a great holiday! Now, back to it for a few more weeks! So...I don't think I've told you about my new OBSESSION! It's called pinterest, and it's a m a z i n g! You know all those drool worthy images you come across all day long? Well the smarties at Pinterest have created a great way to catalog all that wonderful visual goodness. Aside from keeping up with all the great inspiration you encounter, you can also follow other people's "pins". I've discovered some really interesting new corners of the web from the people I am following. It is so fun, immensely useful, and highly addictive, but in a good way! Have fun, and give me follow!

In other news...I just noticed my blog is listed in the latest issue of the SURTEX newsletter On the Surface as one of three great blogs to check out!  Check it out in the resources to remember section.  Hooray!

manhattan adventures - kaas...

I was on the hunt to visit the oh so fab hable construction when I was in New York last month.  I finally found the tiny door on Perry Street in the west village.  To  my surprise hable was no longer there.  Instead I found this little jewel Kaas Glassworks.  They do a wide fabulous range of handmade decoupage.  There images come from scouring flea markets for old paper.  The results is a space that feels aged and oh so romantic.  They also do custom work which is so exciting!  Enjoy!

Bokja Furniture: Ecletic Beauty

Hi all! Kristin the Intern here!

Coming back from NYC, one of my favorite memories was at ABC Carpet & Home where every floor was a new adventure. And holy moly when I saw this Bokja furniture, I was too excited for words. Every piece was an eclectic harmony of vintage and modern textiles, alike.  Beirut based designers, Hoda Baroudi and Maria Hibri compose pieces that not only are bursts of folklore & bright colors but highlight the longevity of sustainable fabrics. Every chair had a story  to tell from hand found materials taken from the silk road of India . This collection was every Etsy lovers dream come true!



Love the embroidered label!



clever "Head Rest" chair!



Khristian & I literally stood in this area for an hour admiring the subtle details.

nyc odyssey - the moma...

I never go to New York without popping into the MOMA.  Here are some highlights.  Starting with a little Picasso!  The depth of his work never ceases to amaze me.  (linocut)

nyc odyssey - abc carpet and home...

Happy Monday all!  Back from the trip, dealines a bit more under control (whew) - time to share the pics!  Lets continue with the always inspiring ABC carpet and home.  Enjoy!

Warning!  This is going to be a high drama area today!  I almost DIED five times over in the Madeline Weinrib Atelier.  She has an entire room dedicated to her yummy ikat and graphic goodness.  Rows and rows of absolutely divine rugs and pillows.  The killer moment was when I discovered the clutches.  GASP!  I know you are gasping too, come on! Gorgeous wallpaper!  Structured and refined from afar, loose and organic up close. I just love the freedom in this work.TREND ALERT!  Watch for graphic, seductive silhouettes and shadows for fall 2011.

do you vision board??...

Happy Monday to you all.  I am certain everyone had a fantastic spring like weekend, yes?  My question for you this happy spring day is do you vision board?

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A good friend told me about this awesome technique a few years ago, and it has truly changed my life!  I wake up each morning and look at images that reflect my goals and dreams.  Sometimes I take a look before bed too!I was perusing decorology the other day when I happened upon this stunning office designed by Betsy Burnham Ok. If you have been around me for more than five seconds you know that the two things I want most right now are assistants and an office space.  These images could not scream Khristian any more and they are headed straight for my vision board!  OMG this is so fantastic it might need a vision board of its own!!!What's on your vision board?  Do you use this technique?  I would love to hear what you are dreaming and planning.  Sometimes sharing these things with the world makes it more real, like it actually will happen.  Here's to a fantastic week!

favorite places - colette marais, france

On every trip to Paris you have alluded me. Dear Colette, next time you are going to the top of the list!!

favorite places - whitespace, atlanta

Whitespace is a wonderful little gallery nestled in a beautiful old Atlanta neighborhood. Packed full of talented artists and character this is one to check out.

exhibit - slash: paper under the knife...

The Museum of Arts and Design in New York will debut Slash: Paper under the knife on October 7th. As you can probably guess the exhibit will feature the work of some amazing artist working in cut paper. I fell in love with the work of Kara Walker a few months ago (who will take part in the exhibit) and in turn the entire medium. I am positive this exhibit cannot disappoint.

Time to hit the beach!!

Check out my new pattern for Starblu beachwear!!  This is the first available of four prints I've done for them.  Stay tuned for more fun prints and get ready to play in the surf! You can view them on the most adorable little boy here