Taika Diinerware

This narrative series of dinnerware called "Taika" available at Iittala means magic in Finnish. I prefer the black and white version but they also come in cloisonne colors as well.

Happy Cupcake Friday

Wonky monkey cupcake toppers by Silver Spoon Scraps for your cupcakes...c'mon, it's Friday, so why not!
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Wednesday Hump: Ferdinand de Saussure

These "ideographic" chairs inspired by Ferdinand de Saussure provide you ways to see your office chair in a new light!

Woodland Shades

I have seen these all over magazines and blogs but I never tire of the chandeliers by Nicolette Brunklaus. I've got my eye on that bottom left one...just perfect over the kitchen table!

Happy Cupcake Friday

A seaworthy cupcake by Jennifer Studio made of pearls, sugar shells and graham cracker sand.
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Wednesday Hump: Vintage Buttons

How to get over your Wednesday hump? These ceramic, vintage buttons by Veronica Buttons make me a believer in two things to getting the task done: 1. simplicity and 2. don't sweat the small stuff.

Suzie Wong Spring/Summer

Okay....Ii'm officially in love with Suzie Wong's summer collection...

Happy Cupcake Friday

Cheers to the perfect "pear"...what great little wedding favors to give your guests!
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Shop Friend: Tori Higa

I just love Tori Higa's whimsical and vibrant style. Her cards embue such a carefree spirit, I smile each and every time I see them!

Geographic Pillows

I adore these hand embroidered pillows by Wendy Gee that canvas the map...from Chicago to Boston to Fire Island. Of course, my favorite one has got to be the California one!

Happy Cupcake Friday

Happy Cupcake Friday and don't forget to pamper your mom for Mother's Day this weekend!

Wednesday Hump: Novelty Dimsum

Sundays were always reserved by my family for dim sum and the bite sized treats and MSG satiated us into complacency. They may not be edible, but these felt creations by Do Little Design just might help you get through the week in time for your own dimsum Sunday!

Kara Mann Design

I was mesmerized by the work of interior designer, Kara Mann and this Lake Shore penthouse. It feels mercurial and cinematic...I can only imagine sitting at the desk and getting lost in time.

Happy Cupcake Friday

Make your sweets sing with these cupcake toppers by Milla Love.
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Madelaine Weinrib

I get a little daunted with a home that has too many rooms to get lost in, but there is one exception... One can never have enough rooms for Madelaine Weinrib rugs!

Amy Jane Clay

These sweet little bowls by Amy Jane Clay are perfect for the Monday blahs!

Happy Cupcake Friday

I can't get enough of Opera Cake Co's creations...this Marie Antoinette "off with your head" cakes are awesome.
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Spring has Sprung!

Bulbs, mini-sprouts, a patch of moss and bud vases come to mind when I think of the advent of Spring. These little jewels from Napa Style are simple ways to herald the warm sunshine weather!

Su Blackwell

Dreamy, fairy tale book sculptures by artist Su Blackwell. Just precious!

Happy Cupcake Friday

This elegant cake by Etiquette of Chocolate is carrot on the inside with floating champagne bands and lace flowers. I just love the way the flowers drape each layer!
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Report Card Flags

Miss your school days of marked progress (or lack of)?
These report card flags will do the trick!

Spring Break Schedule for Shop Friends

***Hello All! We have been pretty busy with both small and very BIG "projects", one of which will be taking up my Spring schedule. We have so much fun with the Shop Friends blog that it will continue as always, but will be posting 3 times a week (M,W,F) instead of the usual 5. This will be for Spring and we'll be back for a full schedule in Summer.


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Valerie Hammond

It would be an understatement to say we love paper creations at the studio. These works just make me drool. Gorgeous, gorgeous paper dresses by artist Valerie Hammond.

Happy Cupcake Friday

above: cupcake charms by Kish Crafts

I remember being able to eat these by the 1/2 dozen as a kid...
Happy Cupcake Friday and weekend everyone!

Personalized Wedding Plates

These personalized cake plates and ring bearer plates by Rae Dunn make simple treasures for the bride and groom to keep always and forever!

Flavor Paper

Love this witty take on shabby chic and toile. It would be great to line the laundry room where Rover sleeps with this pattern by Flavor Paper!

Shop Friends: Jane Ane Marie

Designer Jane Ane Marie caught my eye with her lovely designs! Just love how she integrates a little texture, shimmer, a coral or metallic jag here to create a sophisticated, girly ensemble. These are "date night" dresses to wear to that cozy little restaurant after the sun goes down.