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Sources (from top to bottom): Wayne Vincent, Marie Claire Maison, Design*Sponge: Something's Hiding In Here, Delson or Sherman Architects, Airspace, Inspace Locations, Ghislaine Vinas Interior Design, Marie Claire Maison, The Selby, Beach Studios, Design*Sponge: Hayden Harnett, and Alexander van Berge.
May 01, 2009
interior inspiration : loft living.
flickr friday : the merry, merry month of may.

(Psst, if you're wondering what the photographs have to do with May, just check the dates they were taken!)
1. tulip, 2. First uploaded photo: May 15, 2005 · 3 years ago it's my Flickr birthday!, 3. 100. roots, 4. Washing Day Pinks, 5. cargo glass, 6. 0201, 7. Looks like Spring but really doesn't feel like it., 8. baby turnips, 9. via millie motts, 10. Untitled, 11. happy may day, 12. nectarine, 13. world's not white, 14. Untitled, 15. fleur#4, 16. roses@perelachaise
thought of the day : jealousy.

"So Jealous," another goodie from the ever-fabulous Samantha Hahn.
etsy finds of the week.

1. moss terrarium No. 123 from Mavis ($48), 2. Five Blossoms Ring from UnaOdd ($38), and 3. bird PRINT blackbird dimestore paperback from Dolan Geiman ($100)
4. Whisper Butterfly Brooch from Mama's Little Babies ($20), 5. Small Yellow Fade Bowl Set from up in the air somewhere ($28), and 6. Birds Nest In Beard from Jikits ($12)
7. balsam tree set from enhabiten ($20), 8. 1Yard - Cute Kitchenware fabric from Karaku Style ($12.50), and 9. Mom, this is the friend I told you about -- Card from Hide N Seek ($1.99)
April 30, 2009
freebie of the day : notebook labels.

I apologize, but I just cannot stop posting these wonderful freebies from the folks at Martha Stewart Online. Aren't the illustrations on these Notebook Labels absolutely adorable? Plus, the second page of the download features very sweet bookplates. It's true- I'm smitten, as always.
feeling swept away by...




the artwork of Finnish painter/illustrator Anna Emilia Laitinen. I just love the muted coloring and overall softness.
thought of the day : fleeting.

"all is fleeting," from Katie Madeline's Art Set. (Via Design For Mankind)
April 29, 2009
ten images of inspiration : still life with...










I always love the peacefulness of still life photography, along with the fact that so many photographers have such different perspectives.
Sources (from top to bottom): Sara Remington, Elizabeth Soule, Christine Rudolph, Johnny Miller, Roland Bello, Robyn Glaser, Laurie Frankel, Aya Brackett, Con Poulos, and Christina Peters.
accessories & apparel collection : mustard yellows.
The other day a friend and I spent an afternoon hand-dyeing slips. We used a variety of colors, but my favorite, by far, was the mustard yellow. Now I cannot stop peeking online for clothing in these deep and summery yellow shades. 
1. debo dress (£79.00), 2. Movement-Of-Waves Bag ($158), 3. Taryn Rose mustard gathered nappa 'Kona' flats ($177.74), 4. Orla Kiely Pear Print Cosmetic Bag Dandelion ($69), 5. BouclĂ© mohair Lucille jacket ($99.99), 6. Chloe Bow Front Voluminous Dress ($394.50), 7. Textured Cotton Sleeveless Dress ($460), and 8. mrs marshall weekend bag, mustard hankie flower (£58.00)
flickr photo of the day : in the backyard.

"212" by everyphotoever.
April 28, 2009
freebie(s) of the day : label whore.
A big collection for your Wednesday morning. Enjoy!
1. Mushrooms, 2. Butterflies, 3.Free Printable Mailing Labels - Aqua and Orange, 4. Jam Lid Labels, 5. Wrap Around Labels, 6. 4.25 x 2.75 Labels, 7. Red and Teal Circles, 8. Printable Labels, 9. Lunch Labels, 10. Free Downloadable Labels!, 11. Stripe Labels, and 12. Bake it Pretty Labels.
tonight i am inspired by...



this home tour of one of my favorite Portland artists/photographers, Stephanie Congdon Barnes. I have admired her simple and unique sense of style for quite some time, so it was nice to get another peek into her space, which seems to be filled with so many treasures. (click here to see her previous house tour for Cookie.)
chloe aftel : fashion polaroids.




I am really liking these fashion polaroids from California photographer Chloe Aftel. Her portfolio is full of beautiful eye candy.
thought of the day : nyc.

"New York's the Greatest..." from Orignaux Moose's shop. ($30)
interior inspiration : color me red.












Red just happens to be one of those colors that seems to continuously pop into my home (and wardrobe). I am rather obsessed with it, especially when mixed with neutrals.
Sources (from top to bottom): LivingEtc, ngoc minh ngo, Stacey Brandford, Jonathan Adler, LivingEtc, Polly Wreford, Folio, LivingEtc, Desire to Inspire, Nicolas Matheus, Point Click Home, and Design*Sponge: Dutch Door Press.


































































