We have a clue about Furniture
February 13th, 2013 — Design
Loving these new inkbrush placemats and napkins from west elm . Inspired by Japanese brushwork, the set is artistic, but also adds a little zen to your dining experience. It reminds you to be in the moment and enjoy a special meal with friends and family, something my house seems to need these days as we rush to eat dinner standing up and running around after toddlers
February 13th, 2013 — Designer Stuff
Even though I’m typically always in the mood for something pink, I’m really feeling it this week being that tomorrow is the holiday of LOVE. Yeah, V-day can be full of pre-fixe meals and cheesy cards, it’s still a fun excuse to be tacky and lovey-dovey. And wear pink. Or red, obviously!
That brings us to this week’s product pick which is a beautiful dining set designed by EPS Design. What we see here is the Dreamy Blow ‘Parsons’ Dining Table surrounded by a handful of Pink Blow Cubes. Both the table and the stools are made from acrylic with loose pigment powder.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a Valentine’s Day dinner at this fabulous dining set? I say so!
Do you have any plans for tomorrow? Does it involve anything pink?
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February 13th, 2013 — Designer Stuff
My parents always had a lot of wood furniture in their home, and now looking around my own, I realized I have a ton of it as well! They actually gave me my dining table and chairs – all wooden – but my coffee table, bed frame, tv stand, bar stools – everything is wood! Aside from the coffee table and tv stand – my fiance picked them out – the dining set, bed frame, and stools are all on the modern side, even though they’re made from wood. Sometimes when I think of modern, I think of chromed legs and lucite – not wood. Do you ever think that way?
Anyway, I came across a site that sells Pine-Oak Furniture, including the dining set you see above. I love the unique shape of the table that is far more modern than traditional, wouldn’t you agree? If you browse through their Collection of Oak Furniture and Pine Wood Furniture, you’ll see some of the furniture is more transitional, but they also offer a ton of modern wood furniture as well. They also pair a lot of their dining tables with chic modern chairs – and I love that contrast.
What are your thoughts on wood furniture? Do you have a lot in your home or do you mix and match with other materials such as chrome and stainless steel?
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February 12th, 2013 — Designer Stuff
I’ve been staring at this bright room on Pinterest for a few days now. After Nemo snowed us in for the beginning of the weekend, it’s been refreshing to see the bright, preppy fun of this room.
Of course, the bright pink tufted chair is what calls out to me the most. But I also feel that if I had such a vivid and colorful room in my home – such as a workspace – filled with all of those books and quirky accessories – I’d feel more motivated. Not that I don’t feel motivated now, it’s just that my workspace is in the basement, and I don’t always feel the urge to shut myself down there! Maybe if I had that hot pink chair I would!
What do you think of this decor? Do you love this look or is it too colorful and maybe a bit too preppy for your style? Personally, I love it – and would love to see the rest of the space – but I can’t find the original source for the image! Such is life on Pinterest, I guess.
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February 12th, 2013 — Design
I’m a big fan of Brendan Ravenhill , but I realized I hadn’t featured his beautiful Cord lighting series before. He’s just released two new pieces in the collection, a 3-arm pendant and a sconce, but here’s a look at all of them in their stunning glory.
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Cord Lighting Series by Brendan Ravenhill
February 10th, 2013 — Design
Designer Santiago Sevillano has developed the Looker desktop lamp for Mantra that’s fully adjustable to your needs. Complete with several knobs that allow for manual tweaks, the lamp will be the perfect working light for those late night cram sessions at your desk. It comes in either a wood and white version with a Scandinavian feel or a white metal finish with a pop of color (pistachio or strawberry) for accents. Share This: Twitter | Facebook | Discover more great design by following Design Milk on Twitter and Facebook
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Looker Desktop Lamp by Santiago Sevillano
February 10th, 2013 — Design
Event planner and tastemaker Bryan Rafanelli hails from a party-loving family from Rhode Island. He founded his operation, Rafanelli Events , in Boston in 1996, and soon became the darling of the Boston party throwing set. (Well-deserved, I might add; I’ve been to several of his events). He’s since handled Chelsea Clinton’s wedding (imagine falling short for the mother-of that bride?) and a Washington inauguration bash for Obama.
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Friday Five with Bryan Rafanelli
February 9th, 2013 — Design
Please join me for an exciting Etsy Pop-Up event at the Philadelphia west elm store on Saturday, March 9th from 1-6PM. I’ve curated a select group of 12 local Philadelphia area Etsy sellers to display and sell their beautiful handmade designs and artwork at the store all afternoon. RSVP here . There will be food (did someone say Federal Donuts ???) and tunes, as well as crafts and other fun stuff.
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Etsy Pop-Up at west elm Philly Curated by Yours Truly!
February 8th, 2013 — Design
A few favorites from Ligne Roset’s new collection include a few wall-mounted storage options and an interesting felt pouf. We’re kind of jazzed about them. Lace footstool by Benjamin Graindorge A pouf with a very original and amazing personality. Can act as a footrest, extra seat or even to hold a tray. Lace is inspired by the Japanese wrappings as evidenced by the rope threaded around the base
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Ligne Roset 2013 Accessories We Love
February 8th, 2013 — Designer Stuff
I’m a big J.Crew person. And I used to be a bigger jewelry person, but now I’m just kind of lazy. Either way, I can’t get enough of the jewelry that J.Crew has been dropping the past year or so. The beading and the gems and the jewels are just perfection. PERFECTION!
From the necklaces to the bracelets to the earrings to the rings – they are colorful, blingy and bright. For me, looking at their jewelry is like being in a candy store – I can’t get enough! If only my pockets were a little bit deeper, I’d own way more of their pieces than I do. I usually wait until they have a sale because they really mark those jewels down.
I sound like a J.Crew groupie, but really that’s what I am! I can go into that store and really break the bank. It’s not a good thing.
What do you think of these jewels? Any that you have to have? I’m thinking I absolutely NEED that necklace in the top left corner ASAP!
[All jewelry can be found here]
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