Have you seen the new spring line from Pigeon Toe Ceramics? There are some really cute additions to their collection of white ceramics – like these test tube vases, pendant lights, and butter dish.
{images from pigeon toe ceramics}
Maybe the Easter Bunny will put one of these treats in my Easter basket…
I am thrilled that spring has finally arrived here in Richmond – I had a serious case of spring fever this year. It has been a long 2 months being trapped inside with a newborn and a 4-year-old, and I felt like myself again yesterday spending most of the day outside with my little ones and a good bit of time swinging on the porch swing. I love our front porch, and when warm weather hits, I always feel inspired to make some tweaks.
The table and chairs that are on the left side the porch are ones that I’ve been “storing” for my sister until she and her hubby buy a house. Well, it looks like their time has come, and I may need to return them in the next couple of months. So, I’m dreaming of new possibilities for the porch, and I pulled this picture from Martha Stewart out of my inspiration file.
{image from Martha Stewart Living}
I think a wooden cot has real possibilities on our porch, and after some digging, I found this one through Remodelista.
At just under $60, it seems like a real steal compared to most of the outdoor furniture out there, and I love the idea of painting the wooden legs to match our decor. I’m toying with changing the color of the front door to blue and adding a rug and fabrics like these:
{from top left: Dash and Albert diamond rug in blue/ivory, samoa stripe fabric in coral, arches fabric in pool, and st tropez fabric in mango}
The rug is from Dash and Albert and the outdoor fabrics are from Schumacher. My only worry is that the cot will be too low… But I may give it a try!
Anyone else have big plans for an outdoor space this spring?
Since it’s 70 degrees here today and the gardens are popping with signs of spring, I’m starting to get excited about putting some things in the my herb pots. And, since Stephanie brought up Martha yesterday, the May issue of Martha Stewart Living features an article about homemade herbal infusions — using a French Press and fresh herbs. I think this year I’ll plant some herbs that will make nice French Press tea, like lavender, lemon verbena and thyme.
In the meantime, I got some lavender and mint from the farmer’s market to try my hand at Martha’s infusions. It will take a little experimenting to get the proportions right, but this is going to be a really nice garden treat.
You can read the full feature 
here, but it’s as simple as snipping some fresh greens, steeping in boiling water, pressing and pouring.
I think I’ll make a pot now…
By the way, I can’t wait for these to go on sale (because they always do!).
{image: Starbucks}
I was at Home Depot this past weekend and was curious to see if the new Martha Stewart paint line was available…not yet. The Ralph Lauren display (that she is replacing) was still intact with no signs of removal. When is she coming? Does anyone know? The launch date is March of 2010, so I guess they have until the end of the month to reveal all those new colors…all 280! I can’t wait to see what is available and what colors I can put to good use in my house. Do you all have plans to check out her new line? What fun painting projects will you be doing this spring?
I stumbled on this ceramic domed birdhouse (orange) and feeder (ivory) at Marshall’s one day last week and couldn’t resist the possibilities. I love the shape and color of both, especially the feeder — I’m thinking a small votive candle or even a little plant inside.
After exploring various corners of the living room where these might hang best, I decided to hang them from the ceiling in our stairwell with the votive candle.
We almost always have a ceramic lantern (above right) lighted on our coffee table in the evening and another small tea light (in a white egg cup, above left) on the dresser.
While I struggled to capture the full effect with the camera, we now have a really nice trio of glowing “lanterns” throughout the living room. So cozy…
I’m having the best time coordinating all of my orange accessories, artwork and textiles in this space. I just hope I don’t grow tired of the bold color any time soon!
Wouldn’t these be cute on an Easter basket?
{images from the gilded bee on etsy}
I spotted the adorable flowers from The Gilded Bee over at The Inspired Bride. The Gilded Bee’s etsy shop is full of treats that would be the perfect addition to a springtime gift. I think the butterflies could even be cute framed in a little girls room. The Gilded Bee is definitely a new etsy favorite!
Just got the new Ballard Designs catalog in the mail and I love these Cordelia pendants. They’re so different from the typical Ballard designs. Wouldn’t they be great hanging above a counter in a cottage kitchen?
I’ve got two weeks until my due date and my husband and I are still trying to find a glider/rocking chair we like. We’ve been all over checking out chairs, but so far have come up empty handed. This past weekend my husband suggested we check out what Farmville has to offer, since they are known in Virginia for their furniture. Neither of us had shopped in town before, but had heard great things and it was a pleasant hour drive to get there. Needless to say – they have a TON of furniture shops/warehouses/showrooms to browse through…you could spend a whole weekend!
Unfortunately, we did not come home with a glider, just a new rug for our bedroom. But, we will definitely be going back for any future furniture needs. There are so many choices and the prices are quite friendly. I recommend going when the weather’s relatively nice. You can stroll through town and hit all of the stores on foot. These are some pics I took while shopping to give you an idea…you must check it out!
{ bolts of fabric at the discount fabric store }
{ a few of the MANY accessories in the clearance center }
Did you watch the Oscars last night? I’m notorious for having award shows on in the background while working on a project, making dinner or checking e-mail. So I always miss a little here and there, but I did catch two stunning gowns.
I haven’t fully embraced Miley Cyrus as an adult celebrity yet, but this dress by Jenny Packham was perfectly demure and sophisticated. I thought she looked terrific.
Don’t the beads on her skirt twinkle like the candlelight lining these concrete steps?
My other favorite was Demi Moore’s Atelier Versace copper ruffles. She always looks so fresh and healthy and last night was no exception. Demi is one of those people who wears the dress, while so many others let the dress wear them.
I decided this bedroom with luxuriously lived-in crisp white bedding, paired with an elegant peach-toned headboard and soft layers was just right.
I love to see what the stars are wearing. There were lots of princess gowns, which I didn’t love; a handful of architectural statements, that were too much for my taste; and plenty of color; all of which I think were trumped this year by the rosy tones and ethereal layers like the dresses above.
What do you think? Were you drawn to a favorite dress or trend?
{images: celebrities, Huffington Post; decor, Living, Etc.}
I was browsing through Schumacher’s fabrics yesterday looking for inspiration, and I came across some new fabrics by Studio Bon (or at least they are new to me). I’m pining for both the Sally and Oodles fabrics:
{Oodles in topaz and Sally in midnight by Studio Bon}
You may remember that I was considering Studio Bon fabric for the nursery. Well, that was before I priced the fabric. Unfortunately, it’s not in the budget for Nathan’s room, but I’m holding out hope that I can find a way to work some of this stunning fabric into my decor soon!
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