Tag Archives: inspiration

Thanks!

“Leah Dieterich’s mother always told her to write thank you notes. So she does. To everything. thxthxthx is her daily exercise in gratitude.” This intro alone intrigues me. But the thank you notes themselves range from hysterical to insightful:







What a fantastic idea. Wish it was mine.

via A Cup of Jo

Sharyn Blond Linens

I came across this linens shop website recently (sadly I can’t remember where I saw it…) and I wish it was in DC instead of Kansas City.

Shayn Blond, has a wonderful eye. Her selection ranges from traditional to whimsical, but never strays from her obvious good taste. Apparently she is a bit of an expert on fine china, crystal and silver (these are a few of my FAVorite things…la-la-la-la…). Which is clear to me from the styling of her website images.

Love these. (See the Imari plate in the first one? That was almost my china pattern!)
















View more HERE.

Mini Not-Quite-Me

While contemporary interiors aren’t exactly my thing… I must say that I do love them in mini-form:






Do you love modern design? Read this New York Times article about how other enthusiasts satisfy their cravings for expensive modern spaces by indulging in the miniature version.

I’m still a Victorian dollhouse girl at heart – but in my book, anything tiny is quite lovable.

Open the Shutters via Fifi Flowers

One thing I love about Fifi Flowers is that the site is so much more than just a showcase for the work. The lovely, whimsical illustrations are still the focal point, but I find just as many wonderful design photos that make their way into my file.

I was particularly taken with the series of turquoise shutters in France featured in a recent post:




Then of course, we’re treated to some Fifi interiors inspired by the photography:



Love it!

When is the next issue of Lonny?

I’m really enjoying Lonny, everyone’s new favorite online magazine. But I think it needs to become monthly… Honestly – what are the editors doing in between months? Sitting around spending all that advertising money, I expect. I can’t imagine they’re working hard at all…

Seriously though – here are some of my favorite images from the Feb/Mar 2010 issue:














I also love these little idea boxes peppered throughout:


When does Apr/May come out? Fingers crossed for April…