Printemps….!
Yikes, it has been awhile since I’ve written on my blog, busy with all sorts of spring decluttering and design projects. So time to get back in the loop!
Image via un lapin dans le tiroir
Rifle Paper: whimsical and personal prints
I love (love!) these prints from Rifle Paper—the message is perfect for any age and any space in a home!
Thank you to Vivian for the link!
Image via Rifle Paper
Lumio: the most beautiful book you’ve ever read
I found out about Lumio on Kickstarter and the project garnered so much support that it’s now in full-on production. What is Lumio? It’s an lluminated, portable lamp that turns on and off when you open or close it, and conveniently folds into a book when not in use. Lumio only weighs a pound, comes in 3 different colors and retails for approximately $125.
Max Gunawan, Lumio’s inventor, says that his goal with Lumio is to give people the freedom to experience beautiful things wherever they are. Cool, eh?
Thank you Cecily for the tip!
All images via LUMIO
Filomena lamps from Nadlab
If you can’t beat the cord clutter in your home, then just turn them into something useful….like a lamp! Check out these cool ones from Italian studio, Nadlab.
Images via Nadlab
Farmer’s market eggs
Beautiful wooden eggs from Twine including ones from the Araucana who lays eggs in gorgeous shades of green and blue and the Welsummer’s deep rich brown eggs.
Images from Twine.
April flowers bring smiles all spring (and year) long
I stopped by Galerie CO last week for a dose of admiration and inspiration and was introduced to Caroline Boyce of Floralia. Caroline was at work creating gorgeous bouquets with pots and pots of peonies, tulips, wildflowers and unusual twigs and branches. I was impressed with the really really beautiful collection of flowers and wonderful quality too. It turns out that Caroline grows and cultivates all the flowers in Hemmingford, QC, on a small farm 70 km south of Montreal.
Twice a week she brings her farm-fresh and garden-style bouquets into the city. And better yet, Floralia has parterned with ecologically-minded small businesses all over Montreal to create a network of pickup locations in many neighborhoods–so you don’t have to travel too far for your amazing bouquet!
Check out Floralia to order a single bouquet or for information on subscription services–a great idea for ordering flower bouquets (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) or even for a wonderful gift as well. I am definitely interested!
Image via Floralia + Galerie CO
Testing your vision at the dinner table
Here’s a DIY idea for a a little optical fun during meal time:
Image from Real Simple
Swag paper: Wallpaper for the indecisive
Can’t decide on a paint color? Eager to try wallpaper without the commitment? Then Swag Paper may be the answer for you. A space makeover can be quick and easy with this removable and reusable wallpaper in a range of beautiful patterns and colors. If you’re still not certain, you pre-order samples on all patterns before you commit.
All images via Swag Paper
CHIAOZZA: geometric wall art
Take a look at these gorgeous shelves by design studio CHIAOZZA. Their geometric sculptures can be hung as-is or used for displaying small objects.
All images via CHIAOZZA
TOO by Blu Dot at Target
Excited to see that BLU DOT, one of my favorite furniture brands, now has a collection at Target (online only). Go here to see a fun and colorful range of chairs, desks, tables, textiles and storage for the home!
Images via TOO by Blu Dot for Target