Gingham Style

May 3, 2013 By 1 Comment

Warmer weather has us feeling preppy and picnicky. We have spotted a lot of gingham around the office lately. We’re taking a look back at some great moments in gingham, as well as showcasing a few of our favorite, checkered products.

Great Moments in Gingham


The shoes may get all the press, but whether it was shot in subdued sepia or brilliant technicolor, the classic print of Dorothy’s gingham dress looks picture perfect. (You better start pinching those pennies if you want the original, though.) [Read more...]

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Show and Tell: Re-create a Downton Abbey-style Wedding for Less

February 22, 2013 By 7 Comments

Author and weddings expert Cara Davis shares a few of her favorite tips for throwing an upstairs-style wedding on a downstairs-size budget.

The wedding of the season appears to be that of Downton Abbey‘s Lady Mary and Matthew Crawley. The popularity of the series has brought about a renewed interest in 20s-era fashion, as evidenced by the spring 2013 bridal collection from Jenny Packham and the fall 2013 styles of Sarah Seven.

If the grandeur of the Granthams has you dreaming of vintage touches and ornate headpieces, consider these seven must-haves for a Downton-themed garden wedding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. The Venue
Shop around for an all-inclusive wedding package at a bed-and-breakfast, historic mansion, or botanical garden. Package deals can be very affordable, and the more options included, the fewer planning headaches for you. A church ceremony is perfectly suited for a Downton theme, and you can even get away with a quiet reception of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres afterward. [Read more...]

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Get this Look: Lamp Update

February 4, 2013 By 4 Comments

What’s old is new again! Update lamps to fit your décor, using spray paint and a little ingenuity.

This lovely sideboard arrangement is the perfect home accent for spring. Download a printable copy of the verse hanging on the wall here, and give a pair of lamps new life with our easy instructions. [Read more...]

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Fairest of them All

November 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment

It’s the movie that launched an empire—Snow White turns 75 this year, and we’re celebrating the first full-length animated Disney film with a few fun product picks that pay homage to this landmark film.


“Magic  mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?”
This twirly onyx-black mirror has a bit of a dark magic feel.


“Take her far into the forest. Find some secluded glade where she can pick wildflowers.”
Turn a room into a fairy-tale wood with this whimsical tapestry. [Read more...]

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Spelling Out Art

November 12, 2012 By 2 Comments

As a graphic designer, June Corley always enjoyed “playing with type.” Now as a sculpture artist, June continues her playing, but instead of using the meanings that letters symbolize to compose her designs, she uses the forms of the letters themselves to create unique assemblages. Five years ago, she began using her extensive collection of vintage letters and typography to create her artwork full time. The whimsical pieces bring together a vast array of letters and discarded found objects into playful faces and animals. The best and most playful of her pieces happen organically. “When a sculpture is successful,
it’s usually because I’ve managed to stay out of the way,” June says.

See more of June’s work on her website and flickr page.

 

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