I'm running late on my "Blogs I Love" today...my schedule has been a bit crazy, this week. Anyway, I decide to feature Emma's Designblogg this week. Emma's blog is not new by any means, but I love it so, and I think more people should read it. As I was selecting pictures to post, I found myself wanting to post almost every picture she had. Everything about this blog is so perfect! Unique, intriguing, innovative, on and on. Of course, I also have an obsession for Scandinavian design. What is it about the Scandinavian look; its so simple and bold at the same time. Anytime, I want to see something totally different, I love to hop over to Emma's blog; and I am never disappointed. I'm adding it to my blog link, so be sure to check it out regularly.Hope everyone has a nice weekend. I'm off to do some work and get some sunshine too!
I was thumbing through Elle Decor yesterday, and photos of Peter Dunham's store Hollywood at Home caught my eye. Dunham's work is new to me, but I love his uniquely "Hollywood" look. The combination of patterns and bright colors, mixed w/ Spanish colonial and traditional shapes is so dynamic. Definitely, not a look I see living in Texas very often. I guess the fantasy element of Hollywood movies, spreads to its interior design too. Wouldn't be great if we all allowed ourselves to have a little more whimsy and fantasy in our lives and homes?The site for Hollywood at Home is still under construction, but there are plenty of pretty things to see in Dunham's design website.
I know I've posted about Camilla Engman's work before, but I just couldn't resist featuring her again. These photos are for the Organized Collection pool from Flickr. I love the simplicity and colors. Check out the Collection pool for more interesting collections...Flickr, I love you more and more everyday.
Now I believe the blog is meant to inspire wardrobes, but I think it could be a spring board for interior palettes too. I have often read designers recommend styling a home the way you would style yourself, and I couldn't agree more. Many people are confused about what style they like for their home, but most people know what style and colors they like to wear. The subconscious is a funny thing...we usually seek out the same things over and over again. Personally, I love men's clothing. I like men's clothes because they are all about subtle details. Wonderful stitching, tailoring, and intriguing combinations of patterns and textiles. Also, men's clothing is more often made using natural fibers. All of those features are what I love to include in the decor of my home and projects I work on. I think we need to learn to trust our subconscious more. I included a few of my favorite palettes, that I think could be reinterpreted into a design scheme. Most of the palettes have lovely neutral colors that can be used as the foundational colors and very fun strong colors that can be used to give a little pop to a room.
I made up the name of trapeze light. Its actually called a Suspension lamp, but it reminds me of a trapeze, so that's what I'm calling it. There is such a delicate balance to all the parts. What a conversation piece.
P.S. I forgot where I found this lamp originally. Sorry.
This past weekend I went to an outdoor antique fair called the Houston Urban Market. It consists of over 40 dealers from Houston and surrounding areas. Basically, its meant to be a place for antique dealers to come and sell some of their wares at "bargain" prices. I am not really convinced that they are bargain prices, but its still fun to go and look around. I don't even know how many people showed up...hundreds! By the way, if you plan on going be sure to wear comfortable shoes because you will walk a long distance just to park.
Love this very funky retro lamp. I tried to get the other Houston bloggers together, but was unable to. That's what I get for waiting so long to try and round everyone up. Maybe next time.
As I was scrolling through my pictures, I was reminded of my obsession with chairs. I mean, you would never know it but there were non-chair related items at the market. Actually, my favorite pieces were these amazing pillows. The patterns are embroidered by native people in Mexico...maybe that is why I like them so much.P.S. I set up a Flickr account. I have more pictures of the market there.
The wood paneled ceilings are an unusual detail I really love. My sister used to own a house with this type of detail. Whenever I would stay there, I loved waking up in the morning and seeing the rich wood on the ceiling first thing.
(Photos from portfolio of Janne Peters)
I've been feeling a bit stressed and blue. For whatever reason, art has always been soothing to my soul. I love this amazing work by Mia in the Sky. The subjects are simple on the surface, but to me very deep and alluring; in reality. I found this artist on a very cool online portfolio site called Carbonmade.
Michelle just wrote about her new fabric company called Rubie Green. She has developed a fun line of eco-friendly fabrics, that is featured in the March issue of Domino!
I love seeing people daring to make their dreams come true.
Congratulations Michelle!
I am moving the "Blogs I Love" feature to Fridays, so it can serve as a little bit of weekend reading. I should also say that, although I call it Blogs I love, it should be called, "New blogs I love, because obviously; I also love all the blogs I include on my blog link. This week's blog is called "The Blog is Found". It is a photo blog that shows the work of husband and wife photographers of The Image is Found. The blog includes very creative and fun wedding and children's portraits.
I loved the photos of their office. It has a great loft feel, with the exposed beams and open space. It also has a very bold color palette. I think this proves that art and photography don't have to be displayed on white walls only. Actually, I've always thought that color enhances art.
I included a few more of my favorite photos on my other site.The Blog is Found is entertaining and charming. I must warn you, be prepared to spend a good deal of time, scrolling through their site!
I had a very fun day yesterday. First, Erika at Urban Grace Interiors, posted a picture of my "Chiquitas" that sit on my kitchen window sill. I know this may seem silly, but I get excited when someone mentions me on their blog. She has a fun interactive article about what people place on their window sills.
Second, my friend Denise of Freshly Found gave me the "You Make My Day" award. I am a bit sentimental about Denise, not only because we exchange comments regularly, but also because she was the first person to comment on my blog.
So, I am going to pass on the award to blogs, that make my day.
The Rules:
1. Write a post with the links to 5 blogs that "make your day".
2. Acknowledge the post of the award giver.
3.Tell the award winners they won by commenting on their blogs.
Now that we have the formalities out of the way. I am passing the award to:
1. Erika at Urban Grace, because you really did help make my day yesterday :)
2. Ronda of All the Best , because she has such a beautiful and well written blog; and because she responded so graciously to my introduction, via a silly email.
3.Lana at Topsy Turvy, whose blog I only recently discovered; but I feel a connection to.(Especially for off-beat designs and people).
4. NunuPepe, who at this moment is in the process of moving to a different continent to start a whole new life! I don't know if you will see this award right away, but I hope you enjoy it.
5. This is Glamorous, whose blog really is so glamorous, I can barely deal with it!!
Finally, I hope the "You make my Day" committee doesn't get angry with me, but I am giving it to SIX people instead of five (What!?). I just couldn't leave this last person out.
6. Caroline of My Pocket, I am always impressed by Caroline's beautiful photography; but mostly by her very sweet and endearing spirit.
Okay, enough of the love fest! Ladies, I really do enjoy your blogs...let me know when you make your own lists, I would love to see them.
