wall fancy

I know I've said this before, but wallpaper is a great way to make a space feel entirely different with very little cost and effort (it's really not that big of a pain...). My suggestion is typically to use it in small doses to make the most impact.


such as a small and often forgotten space

or an entry wall, like this one with, classic Florence Broadhurst

and a little funky wallpaper can turn some simple lamps into unique sconces

On that note, I'd like to highlight a couple of my current favorites:
Adelphi Paper Hangings
These hand-blocked prints are historically accurate, but many of the patterns could fit right into a modern day home. What can I say? History does repeat itself.

Graham & Brown
With a new eco-line, this company now has it all: a mix of graphic prints, casual florals and textural neutrals

Madison & Grow
The prints here are classy and elegant, but very liveable. And the color palettes are beautiful

Stay tuned for tomorrow's post on some great ways to start using wallpaper!

blank canvas

It's official! I am finally moving into a new place and I couldn't be more excited. Our apartment has a couple of great features: vaulted ceilings, 5 huge closets, 2 bedrooms (upgrading from a one bedroom, this is like heaven) and a fairly efficiently planned kitchen, making it the ultimate blank canvas for me to play with.

So I decided that it would make a cool blog feature to document the process of making this place our home. Here we go:

Just got the keys!

This is the view from the entryway looking at the living room, with the dining area straight ahead and kitchen on the left. The door leads to the master suite.

A shot of the pass-through at the kitchen (another feature I love in small spaces)

A nice little kitchen (take note of the open shelving on the left. This will be fully utilized)

looking at the living area with sliding patio door (the patio extends to the left across the master suite with doors as well. I didn't photograph this.)

And, finally, a not-so-great shot of the 2nd bedroom, which will be my new office. Despite the photo, it actually has great natural light.

Stay tuned for my moving adventures. I'll come up with some nifty storage solutions too when we move onto the closets and bathrooms. So fun!

Farm to Table

Check out this great article on what to do with those seasonal finds at the farmer's market, courtesy of the daily green.





What's in Season at the Farmers' Market?

in the library 9.28.09

This week's focus is all about small things that make a big difference. Color is one of those elements: it can make or break a space, and a little can go a long way. So this week I'm suggesting that you add a great book on color to your library.

find it at Barnes & Noble or your favorite local retailer

{fall} weekend project

Now is a great time to get started on projects that will keep you cozy as the weather turns cooler. Here are a few quick and easy projects courtesy of the queen of crafting, Martha Stewart. Happy Weekend!

Sweater Pillows


Quick Quilt


Slipper Socks


Oak Leaf Bowl