mellow yellow

We have been in the process of painting our bedroom a lovely shade of yellow plus a grey accent wall. And to our surprise when removing an ugly wallpaper, we discovered a gorgeous vintage pattern underneath, a perfect floral in shades of yellow and grey. So we are also keeping one patterned wall while doing a light yellow wash over the paper. All still a work in progress, but am getting excited to have the bedroom complete. I have found these inspirational photos to go with the colorful visions in my head. Photos (top to bottom): Heavenly headboard photo from here, Vintage rotary phone available at Anthropologie, Yellow dress photo from here, and Stick on lettering by Harmonie-intérieure.

little by little

One box at a time, I am steadily getting our house and everything in order. Still more work to be done. Happy weekend (of unpacking)!
Image by Alana Davis Photography.

coming home

A new place to call home. A change for good. We are making a big move this weekend- thus the scarce posts lately. I hope to be back soon and settled with a fresh new outlook & inspiration to share from a different happy place. Vintage printed hanky by bird & banner.

doily love

I am in full obsession with vintage doilies of all colors, shapes and delicacy. Some of my favorite doily inspired design & crafts above. Top to bottom: Horse & lace pouch by track & field designs. Handprinted doily paper by trycka studio. Doily print coasters by cozy blue. And beautifully worked vintage doilies into bowls by dottie angel.

polyrhythm

I am very much a summertime girl- and I like to dress as such whenever possible. Therefore, I am officially over winter and it's constant rain. But running across this vibrant and amazing clothing line by Tina Kalivas has brightened my world. Her "polyrhythm" collection makes me happy on so many levels; the mix of patterns, waxed fabrics, bright colors, and unexpected draping, ruffles & folds. These styles fit my fantasy of what I'd love to wear daily (if only I could).

stuck on you

Looking for a cute & clever Valentine's gift for that special someone? I just purchased my own little stick from Stephanie Congdon Barnes' "love notes" collection. She's handmade each twig and every leaf and I can't wait to receive mine. All of the items in her shop sell out very quickly so move fast- she just added more today. Not only are you supporting a small business, but also 10% of the sales will go to Mercy Corps, which helps the earthquake victims in Haiti. What's not to love?

pretty pillows

I am in a deep spring clean and new home decor mode right now. And I love these handmade pillows in their pretty patterns & colors. Shop the designs here.

"stumped"

I've been dreaming of lights made out of branches lately... and then I stumbled upon these fabulous tree stump lights created by the egg collective. They live up to my fantasy and I wish I could have one as a bedside end table...ah, to dream.