Kate Cusack : Zipper Jewelry

Kate Cusack is an artist of many expressions, but her zipper jewelry just stopped me in my tracks. As you know, this season it's all about big statement jewelry and these pieces will exude a polished "wow" factor to any wardrobe!

Shu Uemura: Tokyo Lash Bar

Look at what Shu Uemura's cooked up for lashes...everything from lace to feathers to crystals! You can purchase these Fantasy lashes online or at the Tokyo Lash Bar.

Blofield: Inflatable Chesterfield

For the non-commital decorator: Blofield has created an inflatable Chesterfield sofa which is just genius!

Virgil O. Stamps

At Virgil O. Stamps, you are encouraged to send in your "trash." From there, he will convert anything from gym floor tape, old books or children's drawings into letterpressed business cards and invitations. I thought his business cards were brilliant and a perfect eco-friendly option!

These business cards were made from floral paper
(and would make great placecards for a wedding too!).

Halloween Hangover

Hope everyone had a fun Halloween! Here are some pics of my Boston "Terror" and his Halloween day at the studio. A bumble bee costume could not be found, so he donned an iguana suit that I had to sew him into because of his thunder thighs.

Happy Cupcake Friday and Halloween

from Smarmy Pants

How cute is this spooky cupcake pincushion?
For Halloween we are dressing up our dogs at the studio today (it's all last minute, but I think I'm going to try and get my Boston Terrier into a bumble bee costume). I'll be sure to post up the silly pics! Happy Cupcake Friday and Halloween everyone!

Kicki Moller

Such pretty lace lampshades from Kicki Moller. I'd love to have a cluster of them hanging in the corner!

La Pomme Sachets

I couldn't resist posting more sachets! These little lovelies come from La Pomme.

Fall into Inleaf Design

These lovely hand-printed geranium and fern sachets and pillows by Inleaf Design will usher Autumn into any of your rooms!

Shop Friend: Bitters Co

Whether it's a wedding or a dinner party, my favorite centerpieces are those that convey personal charm and natural beauty. Seattle based Bitters Co (featured in the latest issue of Domino) has a wonderful selection of eco-friendly "containers" perfect for putting succulents and clusters of hydrangea into!

above, clockwise: Metal bowl, centerpieces by Kathie Beamer,
mini-arrangements by Michael Daigan.

Kartell:La Boheme

Kartell's La Boheme stools by Starck always put a smile on my face. If I could, I'd have a cluster of them in a garden too! The photos below are from an exhibit Kartell held in Milan of iconic pieces from their collection.

Happy Cupcake Friday

Wow. This one I have nicknamed the "Mt. Vesuvius" of cupcake towers! I'm ready for the chocolate molten lava to spill out.

Happy Cupcake Friday everyone!

Holly Stalder

I saw the work of Holly Stalder on Etsy last night and fell in love with her capelets and shrugs. Donning one of these could quickly reinvent any LBD in your closet. Not to mention how beautiful these would look over a wedding gown or bridesmaid dress!

Paper Flowers

...and an origami gown wouldn't be complete without paper flowers! Can you believe these flowers by St. Jude's Creations are made of paper and tissue? The paper orchid would be so pretty to put on top of favors.

Origami Gown

I love seeing swapped and recycled materials put to creative use and this origami dress is awesome!

Shop Friend: Honey Interiors

I stumbled upon the work of interior designer Tamara Kaye-Honey of Honey Interiors and completely fell in love with her aesthetic. I am such a fan of high-low and Tamara expertly mixes modern and vintage elements in creating livable home spaces. These two California residences showcase her blend of stylish, kid-friendly, gracious and graceful interiors.

Blah Blah Pillows

...and more Monday accessories:
These adorable Blah-Blah and Rainy Day pillow will brighten any day of the week! Available at Eden & Eden.

Car-Sage

I've got some Monday pick-me-ups for the week. Starting off with this cute little "Car-Sage" that you can pin to your car on your way to work.

Designed by British Accessories Designer, Johnny Loves Rosie.
Email Carsage@cowpr.com for buying info.

Happy Cupcake Friday

by Clare's Cupcakes

It seems it was a loooong week for a lot of folks, so do as we do and cap it off with some sweetness. Happy Cupcake Friday and have a great weekend everyone!

Style Me Pretty: Breast Cancer Awareness

If you read this blog, then you know how much I adore my friend Abby of Style Me Pretty. I was so touched to contribute to her Pink Week of Stationery as it is in honor of breast cancer survivors.
You can win one of the stationery ensembles featured below (including one of ours), just click here to go to Style Me Pretty and enter!

above, clockwise: Cat Seto, Ceci Ny, Love at First Invite, Paper Zest