Let it snow...

I woke up to 15 degree weather this morning...absolutely freezing! But all this cold weather has really made me realize how much I miss a fireplace to warm my toes. Just looking at these images makes me excited to get to a real house next week!

via Southern Living

via Cottage Living

Cottage Living via Apartment Therapy

Weekend retreat pt. 2

Yes, please.

Image via Desire to Inspire

My new project...

I was over at a friends a few weeks ago up here and noticed she had maximized her space and seating area by making her ottoman her coffee table. I loved the look and idea, so started finding a few pictures of my own for inspiration. Here are a few that I found that I like:

via Sunset

via Coastal Living

via Coastal Living

via Google Images

And then these were the pieces I liked and might try and use for a similar effect:

Ikea

West Elm

West Elm

Pottery Barn

Dear Mr. Wachovia,

I would like just enough money to buy a house with a bedroom that opens to a courtyard of sorts.

Super cool new store

I only have a few bookmarks on my Safari browser: The Moment Blog, NYT Art and Design, Wachovia, Gmail and now Need Supply Company. The clothes are simple, affordable and stylish.

Sleepwalker Longline Tank, $44

Gauzey Cardigan, $42

3 Piece Collar, $24

Chiffon Back Tunic, $48

Wrap Cardi with Fringe, $68

Big Envelope Bag, $55

Remember when....

We went to Spain for Spring Break? I was randomly thinking about that trip today while reading a blog, and remembered how cool it was that we got to go to Botin, the oldest restaurant in the world! I decided to google it and found out even more cool facts about the restaurant...1. It's mentioned in The Sun Also Rises and was one of Hemingway's favorite restaurants. 2. The painter Goya worked as a dishwasher there...supposedly. Pretty cool, huh? Here are some pics I found from our trip/the internet...reminiscing is fun.

Google Images

Seen on the street...

I think Olivia pulls off the shorts + tights...can a normal person?

via Elle

Brook Farm General Store

I love the simple, old fashioned (and well priced) gifts at Brook Farm General Store. I could probably find something for everyone on my list on this one website. I also would love to go there in person on my next NYC trip.

Box of Colored Pencils, $39

Recycled Glass Vase, $48

Canvas Clutch, $48

New York Maple Syrup, $18

Weekender Tote, $195

Weekend retreat

Cottage on the Eastern seaboard by Allan Greenberg Architect.

Image via Allan Greenberg Architects

Share!

I think I've mentioned this before, but its too good to let it slip through the cracks. This website One King's Lane is a designer discount site for home goods...especially great during wedding season! I think this link should work to sign yourself up...share

And for more info read about it here

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A thought on sliding barn doors

I love them all... traditional to contemporary.

Image via Tracery Interiors

Image via Chateau Domingue

Missing ATL?

After moving to Houston, I find myself missing the beautiful old houses in Atlanta. In Houston, the houses are big and glitzy. In Atlanta, the houses are old, classic and simple. I never thought it would be my style, but I sure do miss the traditional homes! Here are some of my favorite Atlanta homes:

Images via Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles