May 31, 2010

Today I’m inspired by Alexander von Humboldt’s new botanical book: “Botanical Exploration of the America’s” which I spotted over on Cool Hunting. I’m happy to see the botany trend continue on the blogs and in design – every time I see an item inspired by it, it reminds me to make some time to get outside – and of the simpler pleasures in life. Hope you had a great weekend – I was happy to be able to spend some time with the new paint and the art supplies that I got on Friday! Would love to hear about your weekend projects or happenings…

Items left to right, clockwise from bottom: 1). Red Bird Ink 2). Amazon 3). Jewelweeds 4). Lens Flair Photography

~Posted by: Amy

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Tags: alexander von humboldt, book, botanical, botany, design trend

April 30, 2010

Design Trend – Color Coded Book Shelves

I think in our homes and in our day to day lives sometimes it’s really the little details that make all the difference. That’s probably why this fun trend caught my eye when I spotted it the other day on the Die Frau im Haus blog. I’ve found a couple other examples on Flickr to share. If you’ve already got a large book collection it seems like just the way to work in a splash of co-ordinating color to a room without having to spend a thing.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Images – Clockwise from top: 1). Die Frau im Haus 2). daft girly 3). chotda

Posted by: Amy

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Tags: color book shelves, design trend, Die Frau in Haus blog

April 28, 2010

Design Trend
Over the last few months (years even?) I’ve noticed vintage suitcases popping up here and there in beautiful photographs, in decor magazines and on blogs. When I saw this diy transforming a travel trunk into a moving bar on Ready Made I knew it was time for a post on “suitcase furniture”, as I’ll call it. It made me think how every day items take on a huge significance in our lives – suitcases bring to mind vacations and weekends away – but also new homes and relationships, and when we move from place to place – the relationships we leave behind.

Top Photos: Left – Ken Fulk for House Beautiful via Style Carrot
Right – Photographer Max Attenborough via Style Carrot

Bottom Photos: Left – Etsy shop Dandelion Daydream
Right – Etsy Shop One Blue Wren

-Posted by: Amy

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Tags: design trend, Home Decor, suitcase furniture