Archive for the ‘Decorating’ Category
January 27th, 2010 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating, Outside
Midsummer Light found on Artecnica.com
While reading through one of my new favorite magazines (it seems since the baby arrived, magazines are my new friend. I can’t get far enough into a book before the baby starts squalling.) I stumbled across a website called artecnicainc.com. Basically, this company carries a variety of “art” from multiple up-and-coming artist in the Los Angeles area.
Anyhow, there are several pieces that I found very interesting such as this cool retro spinoff clock called DaDa. What really took the cake was this awesome “Midsummer Light.” I think this awesome hanging light fixture would be so pretty if you were having a evening outdoor party. It is pretty whimsical with it’s cascading curtian of flowers and leaves. I think it is just cool. What do you think? You can take a look at all of the colors and more info here.
Tags: cool lighting, light fixtures, lighting
October 15th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating, Kitchen, Repairs & Renovations
Pendant Lights from mylamps.com
If you are tired of the same selection of pendant lighting that every big box retailer offers, you need to check out MyLamps.com.
This website has one of the best selection of pendant lighting that I have found on the web. From traditional styles to more modern – you will be able to find something that fits your style on here. I haven’t ordered from them yet, but I can see an order being placed soon.
Do you know of a website that offers a great selection of pendant lighting? Send us the link!
September 3rd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating, Living Room
Modern Picture Frame
These suspended picture frames will draw discussion from everyone! You can display six images from this sleek trapeze style frame.
Brought to you by one of my favorite sites, Chiasso. Click here to purchase yours now!
Tags: modern decorations, modern picture frames, picture frames, suspended picture frames
September 2nd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in DIY Projects, Decorating, Kids Room
Cool Kids Room Ideas
Who said that Kids rooms had to look like Walt Disney himself threw up all over the walls? While I don’t think that parents should discourage the creative outlet of kids, I don’t believe that rooms have to be completely covered and “young” looking either.
Here are a few websites that I found that really have some great Kid’s room ideas:
- DigsDigs.com – This page has a handful of AWESOME kids rooms. Let creativity reign!!
Tags: Decorating, DIY Decorating, Kids Room
September 2nd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Cleaning, Decorating, Living Room
Lemongrass and Eucalyptus Candle from Target
As we quickly approach a change in the seasons, it occurred to me that all of my candles are currently carrying the “light, fruity scents” of summer. We all know the usual smells of the seasons like pumpkin for Thanksgiving, cinnamon for Christmas, etc.
I think there is room for some new “scents” to work their way into your home. I happen to LOVE the smell of Lemongrass. Surprisingly, there are a few companies that make lemongrass candles.
I happened to find this one at Target. I think I need to make my weekly Target run and pick a few up!
What is your favorite candle smell?
Tags: Cleaning, Decorating
August 26th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating, Entertaining, Miscellaneous
Decorative Tape by TapeSwell
Are giving beautifully wrapped gifts have the fun at Christmas or Birthdays? It is for me! This year for Christmas, I am thinking of wrapping all of the gifts in black and silver.
What could make a gift even more great looking? Cool tape, of course! These Modern decorative tape rolls by TapeSwell are just what the doctor ordered for the boring roll of Scotts!
A little on the pricy end at $7.50 a roll these cool designs could totally be used to jazz up that gift.
Alternatively, you can always do like my Great-Grandmother did. She wrapped all of her gifts in duct tape. Nothing like a big silver wrapped box to say “Merry Christmas and good luck opening it!”
Tags: Decorating, modern decorative tape
August 25th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in DIY Projects, Decorating, Kitchen
DIY Flower Arrangement
I know, I know. Long time, no blog. Go ahead and slap my wrist!
The good news is that I have found some pretty cool stuff while wasting hours upon hours on the Internet. This little DIY beauty caught my eye just now.
This is a centerpiece that I found on a website while searching for instructions on how to tie a bow. I think if my energy will keep up, I am going to try to make one of these myself for my Thanksgiving table decor. It is super festive and it looks fairly easy!
You can purchase your ribbon here.
Tags: DIY Decorating
August 15th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating
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#1 – Via: Better Living Through Design. The Modo Chandelier by Jason Miller. This is by far the most expensive light in this collection. At $8400, this one won’t likely find its way into my house any time soon. The price, however, doesn’t discount the fact that it is very cool. If you’ve got the bankroll, you can get yours here.
#2 – Via: Freshome. This Ociu Light from Zava is a monster, at nearly 73 inches in diameter! Visit Zava’s website to find a distributor near you.
#3 – Via: Freshome. Okay … so maybe this one isn’t really all that hip. However, it is definitely funny! Your friends will surely crack up when the have to turn this lamp on using, you guessed it, his little appendage. Unfortunately, it appears that the site that originally sold these is gone. If anyone knows were they can now be purchased, we’d love for you to post a comment letting us know!
#4 – Via: Young House Love. If you liked #1, but hated the price tag, perhaps this is a better alternative. It still has the chic look, at a fraction of the cost. You can get one here, for £225. (If you’re in the US, you might be able to utilize my good friend Google, to turn up a domestic distributor of this light.)
#5 – Via: Remodelista. Mercury Honeycomb Pendant from Peddlers.
Tags: chandelier, cool lighting, hip lighting, pendant lights
August 14th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating
Who says rocking chairs have to be big and ugly? This one is sleek and stylish!
Available at Design Public in 10 colors for $2250.
Via: Better Living Through Design
Stylish Rocking Chair
Tags: chair, furniture, rocking chair
August 14th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Decorating
Bad Ass Designer Fire Extinguishers
Any of you that know me, probably know that I’m a firefighter. As such, I really dig pretty much anything that’s fire related. I love firehouse, turnout gear, fire extinguishers, etc. However, firefighting gear is seldom attractive, and almost never qualifies as hip – until now!
These fire extinguishers are bad ass! No more does a fire extinguisher need to be hidden, out of sight. These things look so cool, that they deserve front and center placement, right in the middle of the living room!
Okay, so it might be a stretch to think that Laura would allow me to put one of these in the middle of the living room. However, I’m pretty sure that she’d be okay with it residing somewhere prominent in the office!
Unfortunately, they’re only selling in France right now. However, I’ve got my fingers crossed that they come across the pond soon!
Via: SwissMiss
Tags: fire extinguisher, firefighting
