{image from And George}

Charlottesville antique and custom furniture shop, And George, writes a great blog.  Have you read it yet?  I also love love love their photography.  Images of the shop, design work, entertaining, and other beautiful things grace their blog.  This morning I opened my google reader to find a breath of fresh greenery from And George.  Gorgeous!

March magazines

Just read the most recent issue of Matchbook - the above spreads are my favorite.  Also loved the article on Kelly of High Street Market.  Happy reading!

Wall art

{image from Horchow}

John Derian's decoupaged trays are lovely and classic additions to any home.  I love the way that his British Islands Seaweed collection was used in this room setting.  The images on the trays are so delicate and feminine.  Wouldn't they be perfect in a guest bathroom? 

New Love

I have a new love... these fabulous Horchow mirrors... all under $400

White Fretwork Mirror

Amberlyn Mirror

Starstruck Mirror

White Wood Mirror

Another option for Bar Carts

Bar carts seem to be showing up everywhere these days on blogs and in magazines. While working on another project, I stumbled upon this bar cart from Urban Outfitters. Nice and rustic. It kind of reminds me of Restoration Hardware's "look" right now.

Dahlias, dahling

Wouldn't a grouping of 9, 12, or 18 of these John Derian platters look lovely hanging on a wall? Perhaps in my future office... light blue walls, creamy white trim, lots of grasscloth... one day when I hit the jackpot and have $122,348,583,456,072 + to spend on my wall art and accessories. But a girl can dream, right?!

UPDATE:

Just had to show you how great it could look to repeat the John Derian platters x 15. For the sake of time, the room is very sparse. Not to worry though, the essentials are in there. John Derian platters, Oly Studio Hanna Sofa, hardwood floors, chunky moulding and blue walls. Thank goodness for Sketchup and Photoshop!

I did the math and its not as much as I initially thought. Oh, and I added in the Hanna Sofa from Oly Studio. Only $9670 plus tax.



Now I just need to figure out how to do this on a BUDGET!

Sneak Peak

A sneak peak of some floral "fluff" for the shop. Perfect to spruce up your party dress and shoes! Expect to see them for sale next week.

Caspari napkins & other accessories

Remember Caitlin's post yesterday on cute Caspari napkins? Well this print seems to be quite popular!


It just showed up on One Kings Lane in the form of an accent wastepaper basket, serving tray, and tissue box from a company called Jaye's. I have a feeling that this pattern will sell out pretty quickly!

If you thought the rhino was cool...

found here

...You just may like this! Watch the video on the website though, you'll get a better understanding of the level of detail that is involved in this moving pegasus.

Well Aren't these Just Dandy!

Anthropologie Rhino Bust

Anthropologie Zebra Bust

Saw these last time I wandered through Anthropologie. I like the Reduce Reuse Recycle feel of these paper mache animals. And you know I like some zebras! But here's some top secret info... In this application, I actually prefer the rhino! I think because he almost disappears on the wall. Love it!

Now wouldn't this be fun!

Studine Classic Ladies Bike from Velorbis

Yep! I could make good use of this, especially in the new town! I'm already seeing baguettes and fresh farmers market finds in the attached basket!

Making a list

I have a long list of things I want to sew and create in the near future.

This style bag was just added to the list...

I love the burlap handles and the shape. Super cute for the Spring! I'm thinking this fabric... an old favorite of mine. The tote will need to be able to hold magazines, a design binder, fabric samples and blueprints.

originally found here

Purchase from DrikaB's Etsy shop if you need instant gratification!


Love it!

Bees

What charming candles! And what a great idea for housewarming gifts. They come packaged in sets of 12, but you could easily repackage into sets of 4 and place in a small rectangular box with beautiful raffia ribbon. Or gift them at your next dinner party! They would be perfect at each place setting.

Glam Lighting

Loving these light fixtures. They are oh so L.Alden. I can see each really making your room sparkle and giving your space a warm feeling; perfect for cozy evenings reading by the fire, entertaining in the dining room, or dimly lit console tables.

Etsy Shop Updated

I have updated the shop! Look to your right and you'll see a link. Actually, I basically just set it up tonight. For now, there's only one pillow listed, so you all will have to fight over it. Don't worry, I have more here in my "inventory," I just haven't had a chance to upload the photos. In the meantime, if you have any Etsy selling advice, I'd love to hear it. I'm new to Etsy and will take all the advice I can get. Thanks!

New Autumnal Pillows

I made these dog silhouette pillows over the past two weekends. The autumnal look of the plaid is really what drove the inspiration. I thought the dogs were so happy and the contrast between corduroy and plaid/houndstooth print fabric was fun as well. We already have a favorite here... can you guess? Its the beagle. The dachshund (pronounced "dash-hound" in my family) comes in a close second.

Depending on how the work week goes, I'm hoping to put some on my Etsy site in the next few days. These would be great gifts for the dog lovers in your life! In the meantime, let me know if you'd like more info.

Artist: Tracy Glover

Today I opened the mailbox to find Hospitality Design magazine waiting there for me. Before I even got back inside, I was already flipping through the newest issue. Trade magazines are usually pretty interesting because they highlight artists, designers, materials, vendors, etc and provide more technical information that you wouldn't normally read {articles on hardware, fixtures, etc} about in Domino, Southern Living, etc. Note: I'm not suggesting that you go subscribe to a bunch of trade magazines... they're not always that interesting {and frankly many decorating/design magazines have way better photos}.

At some point during my lunch break, the magazine fell right open to a page featuring artist Tracy Glover. Tracy, a RISD graduate, uses Venetian techniques to create contemporary glass home accessories. Her work is incredible! I don't know too much about glass blowing, but from what I understand, its not easy {and if you breath while you're supposed to be blowing the glass, can't you die from the heat???... this might be an urban legend, but I think this thought will pretty much permanantly keep me away from ever picking glass blowing up as a hobby}. To think that someone could make glass that is so intricately designed just amazes me.

After looking through her website, I have determined that it would be nearly impossible for me to decide on a favorite piece. Tracy's ceiling mount light fixture is high up on my list though. I would love to have one of her lamps on my bedside table. I imagine it would cast a warm glow with small hints of color running through the light. And a pair of sconces flanking my bathroom mirror? Lovely lovely lovely! In conclusion, I could design many a room around her lighting and accessory pieces.