Fall '09

I spent part of my afternoon looking through the new Restoration Hardware Fall '09 Catalog. I love how they combine furniture resembeling pieces from 19th-century France with 18th Century Neoclassical furniture.

I love the white washed wood, biege linen fabric, nailhead trim, and oversized light fixtures. Very stunning. I started to think about where I have seen similar pieces and came across a few pieces from my favorites shops like Wisteria and Global Views.

Images: Restoration Hardware, Wisteria, Global Views

Floral Pillows

Create your own dimensional flower petal pillow to add a little bit of modern pop to your sofa or chair.

 

Create Your Own

1.Photocopy template, enlarging or reducing as desired.  Using template, cut out 4 petals from desired fabric.

2. Knot end of thread; sew a running stitch through bottom of petals, making 2 stitches for each.

3. Gently pull thread to gather petals, and knot thread.

4. Make 1 more stitch to connect last and first petals to form flower, then knot and trim thread

5. Repeat, making flowers in a variety of sizes if you choose.  Tack-stitch flowers to pillow in the desired pattern of your choice.

Image: Martha Stewart Living

Shabby Chic Birthday

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend. I wanted to share some pictures from a relatives birthday party I attended on Saturday, who turned 65 years old. All the beautiful decorations were created by her daughter. She did a great job incorporating her mom's favorite colors, pink and green. I love how she used old photos as ornaments in the hydrangea flower arrangement. The glittery chandeliers added a touch of glamour to her old apartment clubhouse. Several were hung from the ceiling. She truly made her feel like a Queen for a day.

DESIGNER SALE UP TO 75% OFF

FIG FINALE 75% OFF SALE starts tomorrow and ends Saturday, August 29,2009 

Where: 1807 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas 75201

 

I have attended this sale for the past couple of years and encourage everyone to check it out.   It truly is a shopper's paradise, with numerous great Dallas retailers offering unbeatable prices.

It cost $15 for General Admission, $20 for a 2 Day Pass and $50 for a VIP ticket

Check out their website for more details.

Black and White Rug Ideas

Recently I received a new catalog from Ikea and West Elm. I am loving these black and white rugs and their prices. The rug on top from Ikea is $179 in a 5' x 7'. The chevron pattern rug from West Elm is $229 in a 5' x 8'.

Deal Tuesday

Daily Candy's Deal Tuesday is promoting OKL. One Kings Lane is a member-only site(offers designer housewares and gifts up to 70%), but not to worry because you are invited. You can redeem a $20 credit simply by spending $20 anytime before midnight PDT on August 7 enter promo code DCDEAL at checkout.

Today OKL is featuring Best of OKL(websites favorites),Vivo, Archipelago and Areaware.

GAP Diaper Bag

Baby GAP sells these adorable diaper bags and they are on sale right now.  I was actually given the yellow one at my baby shower and use it everyday.  I love it.  This bag looks just like a normal handbag, but it functions as a diaper bag.  You can't beat the price either because it is on Sale for $59.  Great Deal!

Hayden-Harnett Summer Sale

Hayden-Harnett is one of my favorite handbag designers from Brooklyn, New York. I have been buying their bags for about 4 years now and they are still in great shape. They have excellent craftsmanship with unique styles and I love the leather. Right now they are having a HUGE SUMMER SALE .You should also check out their shoe and clothing line.

Amy Butler's Hand Tufted Rugs

Rugs for Chandra

Click here to order New Zealand Wood Hand Tufted

I am so thankful one of the top fabric designer,Amy Butler has teamed up with Surya to create a unique rug line. What I love most about Amy is her inspiration. She is inspired by her surrounding, friends, family, nature and rich textures from everyday life. She enjoys collecting vintage fabrics and using them in her work. She finds the fabrics while shopping at flea markets and traveling abroad.

Candelabras Ideas

Fantastic way to light up your dining table. These elegant accent pieces makes a statement at the table and adds an intimate glow.


This modern and playful candelabra makes for a great centerpiece.

As functional as it is decorative, this three-arm white ceramic candelabra holds most standard-size tapered candles. Made in Italy

images: shopwiki and zgallerie