Inspirations

““Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.” ―Fred Savage as Kevin Arnold in “The Wonder Years””

- Daily Thought for 11/20

Not only is this nickel-plated number charming (it reminds us of...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:36:22 -0500

Not only is this nickel-plated number charming (it reminds us of catching fireflies in a jar), it’s also darn cheap. ($22; craftmade.com for stores) (via Front Door Makeovers - Styles for Front Door - Country Living)

Cute light AND it’s cheap!? I’m on board.

Imports Unlimited’s coir number resembles Burberry’s...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:33:37 -0500

Imports Unlimited’s coir number resembles Burberry’s iconic plaid for a fraction of the cost. ($23.95; at Orchard Nursery of Lafayette, 925-284-4474) (via Front Door Makeovers - Styles for Front Door - Country Living)

Hello, love!

Why waste time etching glass when you can rub on and peel off a...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:32:34 -0500

Why waste time etching glass when you can rub on and peel off a vinyl adhesive? ($40; fastsigns.com for stores) Paint This Heritage Red hue manages to suggest both farm tractors and elegant riding coats. ($56.99 per gallon; benjaminmoore.com for stores) (via Front Door Makeovers - Styles for Front Door - Country Living)

How much do I love this? A lot. A whooole lot!

Classic Designs - Timeless Design - House Beautiful

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:22:53 -0500

Classic Designs - Timeless Design - House Beautiful

DIY: S’mores Kits | Twig & Thistle These so need to be my...

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:58:54 -0500

DIY: S’mores Kits | Twig & Thistle

These so need to be my wedding favor when I get married. Perfection.

My Top 5 Artists (Week Ending 2009-11-15)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:36:39 -0500

My Top 5 Artists (Week Ending 2009-11-15):

Imported from Last.fm Tumblr by JoeLaz

in His Grace Gorgeous quilt! I need to look into making...

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:31:54 -0500

in His Grace

Gorgeous quilt! I need to look into making something like this…

The working refrigerator was a “horrible brown” when...

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:46:25 -0500

The working refrigerator was a “horrible brown” when the kitchen’s owner nabbed it for $30 at a yard sale. Then how did it turn shell pink? “Take it to an automotive painter!” she says. (via Kitchen Decorating - Ideas for Decorating Your Kitchen - Country Living)

Swoon city!!

A little online bargain hunting helped this kitchen’s...

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:45:26 -0500

A little online bargain hunting helped this kitchen’s owner find a less-expensive alternative to the pricey tiles she’d seen in a showroom — from the very same company, Waterworks. “The Viking range was our big splurge,” says the homeowner. “But instead of a brand-new dishwasher, we simply had a $78 stainless-steel panel put on the old white one.” (via Kitchen Decorating - Ideas for Decorating Your Kitchen - Country Living)

Restaurant-supply-style shelves from IKEA keep canisters and...

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:42:53 -0500

Restaurant-supply-style shelves from IKEA keep canisters and teacups within reach, and, with the stainless-steel refrigerator and stove, signify what this homeowner calls “urban cottage.” (via Kitchen Decorating - Ideas for Decorating Your Kitchen - Country Living)

Turquoise was a popular hue in the ’50s. When redesigning...

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:41:52 -0500

Turquoise was a popular hue in the ’50s. When redesigning the kitchen, the homeowner took cues from old ’50s wares such as Pyrex bowls and printed tablecloths. She diverted from her softer palette and paired turquoise with red. (via Kitchen Decorating - Ideas for Decorating Your Kitchen - Country Living)

bits and bobbins

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:08:36 -0400

bits and bobbins