Love it! - Honeycomb mirror

So I wanted to share with you my latest purchase, this white honeycomb mirror from BallardDesigns.com - can you believe it's on clearance for only $160 - I know! I immediately snatched it up with the perfect spot in my foyer already chosen. Inspired by the renowned mid-century designer David Hicks and his use of the hexagon in wallpapers, rugs and fabrics (see below) this mirror definitely hearkens back to his legacy. Also available in black for $229, for me the white has a more subtle, modern, mid-century feeling. But act fast because I doubt it will be available much longer!




www.BallardDesigns.com - Octagonal Border Mirror $159.99 - $229 30"x40"

Love it! - Vicky's Yard Sale chandelier

A grand chandelier indeed - the only thing better than this flawless brass antique, is the solid bead-draping detail. Elegance and romanticism collide with this newly rewired and polished steal!



www.VickysYardsale.blogspot.com $850, 23-3/4"Wx20"H (chain 24"L)

Love it! - Vintage style desk lamps

New from Mothology.com, but aged to perfection, I love the old world feel of these desk lamps. Who needs modern and polished when you can get authentic charm and historical inspiration!



www.Mothology.com

Love it! - www.TonicHome.com SALE!!

One of my absolute fave online destinations TonicHome.com is having their warehouse sale, so I couldn't not pick my faves from their oh-so-addictive website to share with my loyal readers ... need I remind you, all these treats below are on sale, so act fast!!








www.tonichome.com

Love it! - BallardDesigns.com SALE!!

So while I could be posting about NEW items for the season, I'm still recession sensitive and want to milk the sales for myself and you my readers. I've always been budget-conscious, recession or not, so it brings me great joy to bring you my faves, the best of the sales - Enjoy!












www.BallardDesigns.com

Love it! - West Elm - Saturday 6/20 In-store design event & 10% OFF!!

I just received an email from the fine folks at West Elm announcing a fun Fall design event "Making the Most of Every Space" this Saturday at ALL of their West Elm stores nation wide. The best part is that everyone in attendance will receive 10% OFF their purchase!!

The events will take place prior to opening (time depends on the location but most are either 8-10 or 9-11). At the events, West Elm in-store teams will talk through fall design tips and show the new pre-fall assortment. Customers who are interested should call their local stores for details and to RSVP. They can find the store nearest them at www.westelm.com/stores Here's just a taste of what you can expect - LOVE the duvet cover!





www.WestElm.com

Love it! - Vivre.com SUMMER SALE!

www.vivre.com - Sale ends Friday June 19th midnight - SO ACT FAST!

Style Story - Small dining tables

For the spatially challenged apartment dwellers, the hunt for a smaller scale dining table is always an ordeal. To make your like a tad easier, here are just a hand full of options both stylish and less than 4' in diameter from CB2.com





www.cb2.com

Love it! - Pottery Barn SALE!

What would we all do without a little Pottery Barn in our lives? I know for me, part of my home would be empty, which is why I picked some of my fave pieces currently on sale to save you the leg work! For these and MANY more of those great finds you've been eyeing and waiting to go on sale, visit their website and stores.















PotteryBarn.com

Love it! - Greek key side table

Black glass with gold Greek key border pattern creates a glamorous old Hollywood look. Sleek, sexy and chic - this versatile side table works in a traditional or transitional style space. Great design detailing to flank a neutral solid sofa.


www.PlantationLa.com - 20x20x24H $725

Love it! - Gold wine glasses

Live like Royalty with these Florentine goblets made of real gold. Inspired by vessels of the 15th century, I'm pretty sure you'll be the only one of all your friends to have a set like these! (bragging rights included - wink)


www.Vivre.com - Florentine Wine Glasses (set of 4) $345

Love it! - Stools

Perfect for small or large spaces, stools make great fillers to accompany your larger seating and sit atop drinks, floral arrangements, books or accessories. On the other hand, for smaller spaces they make great substitutes for extra seating that you can pull in and out when expecting extra guests for dinner parties and soirees. Likewise, if you have a space that is lacking in decorative interest, keep your main furniture neutral and add smaller accent pieces, like a stool to spice up the room with a punch of color, a stylish pattern or a unique silhouette!





All available at - www.TonicHome.com

Project - Wooden armchair

One day I was walking home in the rain and came across a pile of wooden chairs abandoned on the street curb, all in various forms of distress. Carrying groceries, no umbrella and wet I paused, but continued walking. After five steps, I walked back, put down my bags and started picking through the variety of chairs to find the one most intact. They were all gorgeous and I couldn't believe they had been tossed, but you know what they say, "One man's trash ..." One wooden chair caught my eye and luckily for me it only had a twisted, detached arm that could be mended back into place and shameful vinyl, that could be easily reupholstered. After lugging the heavy chair home, I immediately screwed the arm back into place, reinforcing the joints with "liquid nails" all-purpose glue and clamped it in place to make sure it adhered. Since the chair was soaked I let it dry for a couple of days. Once dry, and the arm solidly back in place, I then on my patio sanded down the entire chair removing its old layers of polyurethane. In the pics below, you can see it back to its natural matte unstained wood. I then stripped the vinyl, old nailheads and batting. Next I painted it high-gloss, oil-based Benjamin Moore "White Dove" for a rich durable finish - no primer needed. I knew in my head what I was going for - updating it to a stylish "Ralph Lauren Home" look - white finish with contrasting dark-navy velvet and nautical brass nailhead trim. Once the three coats of paint dried, I reupholstered the front, filling it with new batting, upholstering the back flat and finishing it off by hammering a border of shiny brass nailheads. Having found the chair for free, the cost of a quart of paint, one yard of velvet fabric and nail heads, the total cost was just around $75!

Love it! - Wisteria.com SALE!

www.Wisteria.com

Love it! - Williams-Sonoma Home mirror

This colonial fretwork mirror stopped me dead in my computer tracks. After gasping, I immediately knew what I would be blogging about today - the white is my fave. Love anything with bamboo fretwork and in multiple color and size options to boot!



www.wshome.com - Hampstead Mirror Small-Large $595-795

Love it! - SourcePerrier.com - 60% OFF!!

USE CODE "Spring60" at checkout to receive an additional 60%OFF on all in-stock items plus free shipping on orders over $300 PLACED BY MAY 31, 2009
www.SourcePerrier.com

Market Profile - TonicHome.com

TonicHome.com is one of my fave online shops that is so well curated you can literally decorate your entire home from the comfort of your computer. From traditional and Chippendale styles, to classic and contemporary, it's a designer's paradise. The website is categorized and indexed to be totally user friendly - online shopping has never looked this good!









TonicHome.com

Market Profile - Desserts by Tawny Ong

A dear friend of mine Tawny Ong had the privilege this past week of catering the desserts at Gracie Mansion for Mayor Bloomberg's Lawn Party. Mini cupcakes in a variety of scrumptious flavors and banana pudding too sinful to describe were bigger hits then the food itself! If you live in the New York tri-state area - NY, Connecticut and New Jersey, then you're in luck because she delivers to your front door for any size party or event. Just take a look at her website and extensive menu. Once you try her goods, you'll be a repeat offender for life!









Desserts by Tawny Ong - www.TawnyOng.com

Market Profile - Green Tea Design - Step System 20%OFF

For a slightly more zen aesthetic and unique approach to storage, Greentea Design's Step Chests are a versatile way of configuring everything from a home bar, a TV armoire, to desk storage. If you want to hide the open clutter of a bookcase or protect your electronics from dust, their step chests are a perfect alternative - just choose from a variety of finishes and hardware to complete your customization. AND until June 15Th Greentea Design is offering 20% OFF on any model or design of their Step Chests - what are you waiting for! Visit their website to watch an interactive video on the myriad ways they can be used.







GreenTeaDesign.com

Love it! - SourcePerrier.com - 40%OFF

www.SourecePerrier.com
USE CODE "Spring40" at checkout to receive an additional 40% off all in-stock items only, plus receive free shipping on all orders over $200!

Market Profile - Pillow Pagoda SALE

A true believer that Pillow Pagoda is an untapped resource, I have four of their pillows and they are equal to the top quality of any mainstream retailer, but ironically possessing high-design patterns unrivaled by the supposed style-makers to the masses. To boot, I just received an email that they're having a 10%OFF discount on select styles, some seen below so act fast - very limited quantities!








Pillow Pagoda -Prices range by design from $20/pillow to $50/SET of 2

Market Profile - Vicky's Yard Sale

One of my newest finds, Vicky's Yard Sale takes the work out of rummaging through piles of hidden treasure. Bringing yard sale finds to the masses, everything on her site is for sale and can be shipped nationwide so if you see something that catches your eye, snatch it up cause it'll be gone before you know it. And if it is, don't fret because she replenishes her inventory on a regular basis so keep checking in - here is just a handful of my faves currently available - "available" being the operative word so act fast!






www.VickysYardSale.blogspot.com

Love it! - Frontgate.com SALE!

Unfortunately, with the recession still going strong, so are the sales. Frontgate.com is no different than the rest offering up a bevy of products that are bound to please. From a Venetian tri-fold vanity mirror and kilim bench to my fave, the lattice-corniced bookshelves, there's something for everyone.







www.Frontgate.com

Love it! - Beaded frames

For a last minute Mother's Day gift, I chose a store that most have access to, and one of my faves, Pottery Barn. Always a classic, a silver-plated beaded frame will make any childhood photo look like an heirloom to be cherished through the years. Print your photo in black and white or in brown-sepia for an added touch of timelessness. By doing so the photo will be neutral and subtle - complimenting, not competing with the detailing of such a feminine frame.


www.PotteryBarn.com - Beaded Silver-Plated Frames $29-$54

Love it! - Horchow.com HUGE SALE!!!

www.Horchow.com

Love it! - Nantucket bucket vases

No doubt Mom will be receiving flowers this Mother's Day, so why not arrange them in a unique vessel to be reused for years to come. Love these Nantucket Woven Buckets with clear glass liners from BallardDesigns.com. Present any bouquet with a "straight from the garden" lattice feel. The hand-picked look will be sure to impress!


www.BallardDesigns.com $29-$39

Love it! - Stationery tote

When I was thinking of some Mother's Day gift ideas, I immediately went to one of my stationery go-to's Boatman Geller. Never one to disappoint, I discovered one of their new products, Carrie & Tuck totes. Stocked with writing pen, address sheet, 6" x 9" clipboard, 5 awning stripe orange foldovers, 5 pink/orange flat cards, 25 padded letter sheets and 15 envelopes - Mom's correspondence will never look so organized!




www.BoatmanGeller.com - $39 each (at checkout use code "CBB09" for 30%OFF your order until May 10th)

Love it! - Restoration Hardware lighting sale!

One thing I know for sure is the high quality of Restoration Hardware's lamps, as I own a few myself. Another thing I can always count on is their seasonal lighting sale and by looks of it, you can find these faves and many more styles from floor lamps to chandeliers for a fraction of their original price. With their classic designs, they blend seamlessly into any style decor. Gosh, if only I could find another spot to add a not so needed, but much wanted extra lamp!





www.RestorationHardware.com

Love it! - Melamine dinner plates

Whether color, pattern or classic "black and white" is your thing (black and white for me) these funky melamine plates are perfect for sprucing up your outdoor soirees (shindigs for me) Sold in sets of 4 - TonicHome.com will one-up-you with corresponding salad plates!




www.TonicHome.com - 11" dia. (Set of 4) $45

Love it! - Macy's Rwanda Path to Peace Project

A year ago I first posted about Macy's philanthropic effort, "Rwanda Path to Peace Project" bringing shoppers exquisitely woven baskets handmade by Rwandan genocide survivors. I just received an email announcing the launch of this season's newest baskets, just in time for Mother's Day! With a larger selection of sizes and color combinations, helping other women earn an honest living, sustain themselves and their family is a gift in itself.

"Established to create a viable, sustainable business that provides economic stability, the Rwanda Path to Peace project promotes an environment of peace to positively impact the future of Rwanda’s eight million citizens. Willa Shalit, an American businesswoman, has spearheaded the four-year effort to develop an American market for Rwandan women’s crafts. Shalit believes that women helping each other can change how Rwanda rebuilds its society, empowers women, and sustains economic security beyond traditional forms of assistance.

Focusing on trade, not aid, the export and sale of these baskets has put real, sustainable income directly into the hands of Rwandan women, most of whom are heads of households and were previously living on less than $1 a day. This income has visibly changed the lives of the weavers in remarkable ways by providing food, shelter, medical care, education, and other necessities, while also imparting a great sense of pride and self esteem. Rwanda has never exported their fine crafts on this scale before. There are now over 2,500 weavers across Rwanda, including both Hutu and Tutsi women, from both sides of the 1994 genocide. These women sit side by side as they talk and weave together, slowly healing themselves and their society."


www.macys.com/rwanda - $35 - $120

Love it! - Garden ceramic collection

Currently on sale at PotteryBarn.com, this charming ceramic set will bring warmth to any traditional table setting. What I love most is the juxtaposition of the glazed white ceramic with the textured rattan handles. French country silhouettes aged to perfection, lends the perfect look of Provence that has been admired for centuries!

www.PotteryBarn.com $16-$89

Love it! - Mother's Day 20% OFF Diane James Home

With Mother's Day fast approaching, you can never go wrong with flowers. But why waste your money on a bouquet that will last no longer than a couple of weeks. Give a faux-arrangement that will be admired for years to come. And to sweeten the deal, Diane James is offering 20% OFF any order placed through May 10th using coupon code MOM2009. Bedside, foyer table, hallway console, powder room, guest room - let Mom rotate them periodically to liven neglected spaces. It's the gift that keeps on giving! Diane James is the go to faux-florist for all the top designers and now through her website, we can all share in her talents. And while you're there perusing the online store, check out her new blog for floral themed musings!









DianeJamesHome.com - 20%OFF through May 10th - code MOM2009

Love it! - EARTH DAY! - American Forests Buy A Tree

While "design" is one of my greatest passions, one of my newest has become environmental preservation. Through American Forests, the nation’s oldest nonprofit citizens’ conservation organization created in 1875, you can buy a tree in your name or as a gift in another person's name. EVERY DOLLAR PLANTS ONE TREE! It's very easy to do. On their website, www.AmericanForests.org, click on the "Plant Trees" tab. There you can choose from a number of projects that you want your donation to benefit. Once you choose a project you can make your donation, $15 being the minimum. Then choose if it will be a gift or not. If it is a gift, they will ask you to fill out the address and name of the recipient who will be mailed a certificate saying that you have planted trees in their name - how great is that!

Another really cool program that American Forests initiated is the Historic Trees Nursery. The Nursery, a state-of-the-art facility in Jacksonville, Florida, propagates direct-offspring of trees that witnessed events and lives significant to American history. Hundreds of trees are available including offspring of Tulip Poplars that majestically stand at George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, or the Oleander that blooms on Thomas Edison's Florida estate. Categories include Presidents, American Revolution, Women, Civil War, African Americans, Native Americans, Veterans, Country Music Artists, Authors, Inventors, and trees of regional significance. Through their Historical Trees website www.HistoricTrees.org , for $39.99 you can purchase a 1-3' tree derived from the original of your choice. Plant it in your own yard - now that's a story to pass on for generations!



More about American Forests:
American Forests' goals focus on assisting communities to restore and maintain healthy ecosystems in both urban and rural areas all over America, whether it's planting trees to restore wildlife habitat, ecosystems damaged by wildfire or working with cities to reverse the decline in urban tree cover. Today, the organization's primary campaigns are "Tree-Planting for Environmental Restoration" and "Reversing the National Urban Tree Deficit". Since 1990, American Forests' Global ReLeaf campaign has been planting native trees in rural and urban ecosystem restoration projects across the United States and around the world. About 85% of American Forests' tree-planting projects occur in the United States and 15% are international efforts. All are conducted in cooperation with local partners, foresters, or natural resource experts. To learn more, check out these links.

www.AmericanForests.org
Historic Tree Nursery

Love it! - Envirosax Bags

So I've been trying to "Green" up my life and while I'm no Al Gore, I'm making strides in my daily life, in my own way. It doesn't happen overnight, but I've made a commitment to myself and that's all that matters, right? There are many little and big things one can do, but one of the easiest things that everyone can do is to cut down on using plastic bags. I myself have a number of eco-bags and net bags that I use when going to the market in place of taking plastic. I also keep small roll-up bags in my shoulder bags so when I make unexpected shopping stops, I just pull it out and tell the store to keep their plastic. These totes by EnviroSax are so great looking and with all their stylish designs, there's something for everyone. You can buy them individually or in sets and would actually make great gifts. The company itself also practices what it preaches by operating under "Greener" conditions and abiding by fair trade laws. Here are some of their stats on plastic bags you might find eye-opening:

PLASTIC BAG FACTS - USA
-Approx. 380 billion plastic bags are used in the United States every year.
-Approx. 100 billion of the 380 billion are plastic shopping bags.
-An estimated 12 million barrels of oil is required to make that many plastic bags.
-Only 1 to 2% of plastic bags in the USA end up getting recycled.
-Plastic bags create pollution and kill wildlife in the USA every day of the year.

PLASTIC BAG FACTS - WORLDWIDE
-It is estimated that 500 billion plastic bags are used and discarded worldwide every year.
-1 million plastic bags are used and discarded worldwide every minute of the day.
-Single use plastic bags made of HDPE remain in the environment for up to approx. 1,000 years.
-Over 100,000 birds, whales, seals and turtles worldwide are killed by plastic rubbish every year.








EnviroSax Bags

Love it! - Sigg water bottles

Enough with the plastic bottles! Go Green and use an uncrackable aluminum Sigg bottle. I'm sure you're seeing them in their fun colors and patterns popping up everywhere. That's because they not only come in a variety of designs to fit your personality, but their special engineered lining combats residue, leaving your drink tasting fresh and metal-free. According to them, Americans add over 30 million plastic water bottles to our nation's landfills everyday - Now that's a wake up call - I carry mine in my tote bag where ever I go!


www.MySigg.com

Love it! - Eco-friendly toothbrush

So the next step in "Greening" up my life was switching to Radius's Source toothbrush. I've been using it this past year and it's great! The brown handle is recycled wood fiber combined with corn-plastic, which is eco-friendly. The lighter Flax color is post-consumer recycled polypropylene. The handle is reversible for left or right-handed, you can attach the head in either direction. Just buy new heads and reuse the same handle. The replaceable head accounts for 1/5 the amount of waste of a standard toothbrush. Imagine the amount of plastic waste that could be reduced if everyone switched to a reusable handle!


www.RadiusToothbrush.com or at WholeFoods Market (I buy my replacements at Wholefoods, they have an entire section for eco-toothbrushes)
Note: The soft head feels softer than the average drugstore brands. So I use the medium.

Love it! - Feed Bag

One of the great things about writing this blog is the gift of sharing not only beautiful products, but ones that mean something, that are socially or environmentally conscious. Designed by Lauren Bush, buying one World Food Program FEED bag feeds a child in school for one school year. The FEED Project is a partnership between the United Nations World Food Program and Lauren Bush, WFP Honorary Spokesperson. The bag is reversible with one side burlap and the other white cotton. No matter how you carry it, isn't it great knowing that you're making a difference just by doing so.




World Food Program Feed Bag $60 - www.Amazon.com
For more info on the FEED organization visit - www.FeedProjects.org

Love it! - Wicker tray

How do you take a wicker tray and make it different? Well Pottery Barn adds leather handles for a high-end look while still remaining rustic - as they do so well! Take this over sized round tray and create a fun outdoor snack-scape or sit atop the kitchen island filled with fruits, muffins and a floral centerpiece for the morning rush!


www.PotteryBarn.com Wicker Tray w/Leather Handles 28"Dia x 4"H $69

Style Story - Black chests

There's something very sexy about a black chest - well these in particular from Horchow.com. Maybe it's their curvy silhouettes, their patterns, hardware, or maybe just the allure of their stealth appearance - possessing a strong appearance by day, but vanishing into the darkness by night. Whether you can put your finger on it or not, their appeal is undeniable!





www.Horchow.com

Love it! - Needlepoint chairs - 2 for 1!

I first saw these gorgeous needlepoint chairs from Source Perrier last Fall. I blogged about them though they were certainly our of my budget. But what I loved was the garden maze pattern on the seat. I've always been drawn towards the history, romance, perfection, presentation and unique patterns created by European gardens. So you can imagine how elated I was when I woke up this morning to an email from Source Perrier announcing 2 for the price of 1 on their Fern Needlepoint Chair. They are now $895 for 2!


www.SourcePerrier.com - Fern Needlepoint Chair

Love it! - Dorothy Draper chest

Ironically, I was just re-watching one of my fave movies this past weekend for the umpteenth time, "Sex & the City." During the scene where Carrie is in her Editor's office at Vogue being persuaded to pose for the annual "Age Issue," you can't help but notice the iconic Dorothy Draper chest. Coincidentally. I was perusing one of my fave online websites, TonicHome.com and saw that they have a vintage Dorothy Draper chest for sale. Needing some minor TLC, the more than reasonable price totally makes up for its fixable flaws - so snatch it up now before someone else does!



www.TonicHome.com - (original hardware, 3-drawers) 32"Hx30"Wx18"D - $1850

Love it! - Glass bookshelf

So according to the title of this post, you might be wondering where the glass comes in? Well upon a quick first glance, I thought, well that's a nice standard looking book shelf, nothing out of the ordinary - that is until I took a closer look and then I realized - genius! Each shelf is encased by a glass pocket door which lifts up and tucks unto the frame like a garage door. I haven't seen a bookcase like this in a VERY long time! As someone who is constantly battling dust, it is a dream come true! Protect all of your prized books and keepsakes from household elements. Green Tea Design uses black lacquer to update this Asian silhouette and for only $1150, it's a no brainer!





www.GreenTeaDesign.com - Glass BookShelf 33"w x 15"D x 78"H - $1150

Love it! - Lacoste towels

Add a punch of color to your bathroom experience with these sporty Lacoste towels sold through Horchow.com. Available in every color of the rainbow and in sizes from washcloth to bath sheet, they're currently on sale with free monogramming so act fast! And don't forget, buy the sheet size for an ample beach or poolside towel. Candy-colored orange, turquoise, yellow and green - these colors were made to be shown off under the summer sun!


www.Horchow.com

Love it! - Ballard Designs SALE

For the recession conscious, I have you covered - as does Ballard Designs! With over 200 sale items, I've picked a handful of faves, but if you like what you see so far, do a little more digging and you just might find a treasure for mere duckets!








www.BallardDesigns.com

Love it - Outdoor pavilion

Can't take the summer sun? Is your market umbrella not giving you the coverage you seek? Okay, then this uber chic pavilion by Z Gallerie at only $599 is sure to please - outdoor entertaining never looked so good. A baby shower, Sunday brunch with the girls, afternoon tea, romantic dinner for two surrounded by candlelight - the possibilities are endless!


www.ZGallerie.com 10'x10'x10'-water/fade resistant

Love it! - Melamine plates

Who wants to use their best China when throwing a backyard barbecue or poolside party? So when I saw these monogrammed melamine plates on Horchow.com, I immediately thought - summertime outdoor entertaining! Throwing parties are stressful enough without worrying if the kids are going to drop their plates walking from the buffet line to the table. But with these bold designs, you don't need to sacrifice the style that your friends have come to know of you! Likewise, if you're the perpetual party "guest," wouldn't they make the perfect hostess gift - just add their initials and voila, a chic personalized gift that will keep you on the guest list for parties to come!



www.Horchow.com

Market Profile - Jayson Home & Garden

If you're looking for an arm chair, but don't know what style, silhouette, material or color to settle on, Jayson Home & Garden is a great place to start. Though I've been to their flagship store in Chicago, I was recently perusing their website and this persimmon velvet wing chair stopped me dead in my tracks. I was completely mesmerized and then became giddy over the rest of their chairs. I knew a posting about them would be inevitable!








www.JaysonHomeAndGarden.com

Contest - Diane James GIVEAWAY WINNER!

Two weeks ago, I announced our Spring Giveaway with Diane James, a faux-fauna maven in the design world. She so generously donated a gorgeous White Orchid plant with a retail value of $250. The rules were simple, I asked readers to email me a photo of a floral arrangement they created using;

-Any number of species
-Real or fake
-Any size
-For any occasion
-In any type of vessel of any size or shape

And after the deadline, I would choose 1 winning arrangement to win the faux-orchid shown here.


I chose the winning arrangement submitted by Yi-Nei in Chicago, seen at the top. She uses real White Snapdragons plus Yellow and Pink Peruvian Lilies. I chose her arrangement because there is a freshness to its overall aesthetic. Its predominantly neutral color palette of white and yellow has a controlled pop of pink and the variations in height and silhouette makes for a dynamic centerpiece. Her yellow theme effortlessly flows from flower to the gorgeous ribbed and scallop-rimmed vase right down to the yellow dresser it sits atop. In this case the vessel becomes a part of the arrangement showing great thought for continuity as it effortlessly blends into the space. The arrangement's color story, texture and tiered composition creates both a soothing yet stimulating result. It is that duality that makes it a clear winner - Congrats!
www.DianeJamesHome.com

Love it! - Boatman Geller SALE!

Fun patterns and vibrant color combinations that sing, makes Boatman Geller one of my favorite stationery brands. Thus I hand picked my fave fold-over note cards currently on SALE. If you can believe it, all of these designs come 50 cards and envelops for $15 - Stock up now cause that's a bargain any way you look at it!








www.BoatmanGeller.com

Style Story - Vintage desk lamps

There's something about a vintage style desk lamp that transports you back to a time when life was simpler - when computers, cell phones and emailing didn't exist. A time when writing letters and wax seals were the correspondence of the day. Books were read, bifocals were worn and knowledge was a luxury. The beauty of these lamps are not their looks alone, but also the period in time which they evoke.






www.ModernDose.com Vintage Lamp $185
www.BallardDesigns.com - Denton Tripod Lamp $289
www.WSHome.com - Loft Table Lamp $325
www.PotteryBarn.com - Adrian Boom Task Lamp $199
www.PotteryBarn.com - Wyatt Table Lamp $119
www.PotteryBarn.com - Hamilton Table Lamp $139

Love it! - Horchow 25-30% OFF entire site today

www.Horchow.com

Love it! - Greek Key dinnerware set

If you're a loyal DOD reader, you know my love for anything Greek Key! Take this hand painted porcelain dinnerware set to the outdoors for a fabulous patio soiree. Bold pattern and graphic appeal will keep your table top lively and conversation about your choice of decor even livelier!


www.ZGallerie.com - Mykonos Dinnerware Set

Love it! - Old fashioned timer

Who said a kitchen timer couldn't be stylish? Bored with the standard plastic models we all know from the 80's? Well bring a touch of classic design to your kitchen with this metal and zinc throwback. Like I always say, design is in the details!


www.GrdnBklyn.com - Victorian Timer $24

Love it! - Goat hair brushes

Though I'm fortunate to have a furnished patio with potted plants throughout, my outdoor rug and decor is constantly covered in debris and soil. So when I saw these rustic goat hair brushes made in Germany, I thought how perfect they would work as stylish dusters!


www.GrdnBklyn.com - $22 each

Love it! - Woven seagrass baskets

Love the versatility and texture of these woven seagrass baskets. Bring your spring flowers or potted pants indoors, or just use as a catchall for magazines and newspapers. Better yet, think further outside of the box and sit them in your mud room to store summer beach toys or flip flops!



www.BallardDesigns.com - Malu Seagrass Baskets $49(Set of 2)

Love it! - Adirondack chairs

Few things scream Spring and Summer like a good'ol Adirondack chair. Whether sitting on your porch, or in your backyard watching a game of boccie ball, horse-shoes or just toasting marshmallows around a bonfire - don't they just evoke fun outdoor memories! If you prefer vibrant colors or just classic wood, NetShops.com has every type of Adirondack chair under the Summer sun!






www.NetShops.com

Contest - Diane James Giveaway

When top Designer Mario Buatta and the new designer for the Obama White House, Michael Smith look to the best in faux-fauna, they go to Diane James. Featured in March's Architectural Digest and April's House Beautiful, Diane's flowers are more than accoutrement, they are woven into the design of the space - breathing life into it through their color, form and texture.

So in honor of Spring, Diane has generously donated a classic white Phalaenopsis seen above for a Dose of Design GIVEAWAY! It is 14"x20" tall with a retail value of $250. The rules are simple. Email me a photo of a floral arrangement you've created to, doseofdesign@gmail.com

-Use any number of species
-You can use real or fake flowers
-Any size
-For any occasion
-In any type of vessel of any size or shape
-Entry deadline is March 30th.
At the end I will choose 1 winning arrangement, so have fun!





Photo credits:
First three photos: Designer, Mario Buatta; Architectural Digest, March.
Last photo: Designer, Michael Smith; House Beautiful, April.

To see all of Diane's wonderful creations and online store visit: www.DianeJamesHome.com

Love it! - Parisian bistro furniture

There are many things I love about France, but their cafe culture definitely resonates with me. Strolling Paris and seeing quaint cafes on every street - friends conversing or single parties facing outward and people watching - it is a real art. So if you're lucky enough to have a patio or backyard, consider these authentic French-made bistro table and chairs from Williams-Sonoma Home. They're truly inspired!



www.WSHome.com
(Chair and table sold separately)

Love it! - Pagoda sconce

Flank your bed, sofa or dining table with these charming pagoda sconces. Just a touch of exotic flair will carry your space a long way. Add Asian influence in neutral black or white from ModernDose.com