a great source for kids art

April 15, 2015

One of my favorite parts of working on kids rooms and nurseries is choosing art to go in the space.  I’m big on gallery walls as a way to inject a little personality and whimsy into the space as well as adding some color and fun!  Rifle Paper Co has quickly become one of my…

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5 ways to style vaulted walls

March 26, 2015

The last two e-designs I’ve worked on have, coincidentally, included requests for help with rooms with vaulted ceilings by clients who were at a loss as to how to style their soaring walls.  This is a design dilemma I can certainly relate to as my own living room, kitchen and breakfast nook are all open…

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gray malin – au park

March 12, 2015

I’ve been posting a lot of artwork recently but not without good cause – I’m looking for the perfect, oversize piece for a long wall in our dining room and, of course, it’s taking me forever because I ultimately want something personal and meaningful, making it that much more difficult to make a decision!  I…

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suite one studio

March 10, 2015

One of the highlights of last weekend was my Instagram-led discovery of North Carolina-based ceramicist Lindsay Emery of Suite One Studio.  HOLY HELL, people.  I am completely obsessed with each and every gorgeous ring dish, dessert plate, platter and serving bowl.  OBSESSED.  The rustic, organic shapes and delicate, feminine detailing are absolutely stunning in their simplicity;…

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oversized ocean photographic prints by tricia mckellar

March 4, 2015

Last weekend as I was thumbing through Instagram, I stumbled upon an oversize framed photograph of the sea by a designer/blogger I follow and stopped dead in my tracks; it was absolutely beautiful! A little sleuthing after I couldn’t get it out of my head and I discovered that it cost a pretty penny (I’m…

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lupen grainne photographic prints

February 3, 2015

Thank you all for the super sweet comments and emails about my table and chairs in yesterday’s post!  You all sure do know how to make a girl’s day!  And to all of you who wrote for extra tips and questions about trying to get the stain right on your own, I wish you the…

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ladies of the sea: clare elsaesser

January 27, 2015

Since all my family and friends up north are buried in snow, why not post some sea-inspired art to get them thinking of warmer weather?  I’m such a fan of San Francisco-based artist Clare Elsaesser’s moody, hauntingly beautiful paintings, as much for the quality as for the incredibly affordable pricepoint.  She paints the female form…

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becky davis botanicals

October 27, 2014

We finally have gorgeous fall weather and I’m loving being outside soaking up every single minute of it!  One of my favorite ways to decorate for the change in seasons is to bring the outdoors in.  Luckily, here in the south summer foliage lasts well into the fall – snippets of sweet potato vine, purple…

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gray malin 50% off at one kings lane!

October 1, 2014

I’m a huge fan of photographer Gray Malin’s large scale beach prints, as much for the size and drama as the color and movement, so I’m always on the lookout for flash sales featuring his work.  I was thrilled to see a few of his pieces on One King’s Lane on MAJOR sale right now…

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minted art

September 25, 2014

I’ve used Minted for our Christmas cards for years; the photo quality and weight of the paper just can’t be beat and the price is so affordable.  I’m still getting compliments on Lydia’s beautiful birth announcements so I know I’ll be ordering birthday invites for years to come, as well!  Besides beautiful cards and stationery, I was…

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