flamboyant deer

what is not to love about this colorfully flamboyant deer. this fella was purchased in france by a friend but with a bit of online sleuthing, you might find one for yourself (like here).

urban boudoir

i love the juxtaposition of this fancy pants headboard and bedroom set-up against the raw cement and timber wall--so urban boudoir chic!

upcycled thermos

this nifty lamp was upcycled out of an old thermos--very handsome don't you think? as seen in san francisco's hayes valley at zonal home interiors

life saver

how great is this for artwork (despite the reflections in the glass due to my poor photography)? this piece probably measures about 36" square or so and is one of three that make an amazing triptych as seen at one of my new favorite stores in san francisco's hayes valley: cisco home

rae dunn and other great artists

i went to the renegade craft fair this weekend and it was as fantastic as ever--so many talented artists out there! i wanted to buy so many things but had to put myself on a budget. one of my absolute favorite ceramicists, rae dunn, was there (below are a few pics from her booth). and, of course i had to buy a few things from her. her little dishes make fab hostess gifts (or keep them for yourself!). you can buy many of her items for yourself at her etsy store here. or read her fun blog here.

renegade craft fair

this is always a great show so if you are in san francisco this weekend with a bit of time on your hands, get over to fort mason to support the crafty artists at the renegade craft fair. it is chock full of clever folks with fresh ideas.

smart bubbles

i got this smart looking seltzer bottle at the flea market for $30. according to a quick ebay search, i think i did ok on the price.  saw a few similar for less but most were for more. regardless, i think this will be a handsome addition to my bar.

this little piggy went to the bank

who doesn't need a retirement plan--these little oinkers should get me on my way. you would think it would be easy to find cute little, all-white porcelain piggy banks but, alas, my retirement plan is only three pigs full.

unknown origin but she still helps
with the retirement fund!

this guy has things written on him
like "therapy", "lottery tickets"
and "take out"

   

found him standing at
attention on a german website

these three little piggies all in my home

burly burlap

well, burlap isn't the most comfy textile to use for upholstery. however, it worked out handsomely for this masculine headboard that my friend shawn and i made for his bedroom.

great grates

a few great grates...more to come



marrakesh, morocco

austin, texas



summer cheer in a chair

i just fell in love with my friend donalee's new chairs in an oh-so-current bright cheery yellow bird print.

everything old is new again...

this old sofa at the grey colt in hudson, ohio got a bit of a refresher from this sprightly lavender print upholstery: comfy, loungy and so not stuffy.

paintable wallpaper

lookey here--it's paintable wallpaper! my friends gabrielle and matt discovered this paintable wallpaper that comes in loads of different patterns.  they sassed up some ikea cabinets with two different patterns and they look fab! invent your own project after you pick a pattern here: graham and brown paintable wallpaper

i love my gutter guy!

i live in a loft and don't have gutters--but, i have a gutter guy! he is who i go to for all of my galvanized metal needs. (yes, i have galvanized metal needs.) i had the top of my old crappy, cheapy, faux-shaker table covered with metal, added a little black paint and a fun drawer pull and voila! my table has been welcomed into this century.

welcome fun little foyer table.

after
add a smidgen of paint and a new drawer pull
for an entirely new table

before
$37: galvanized metal top
added to boring table

cool water

i use this water dispenser at my favorite local coffee bar. wouldn't this be so fun to have in your own kitchen? better than a water filter on your faucet or a brita in the fridge--much cheerier!