Friday, March 21, 2008

button up

I like buttons...on my clothes, but I'd also like them on my wall, like this piece of art:


It comes from Multistorey, a design studio in London. I love the different types of buttons used, and how it looks so cool all together. See more here.

baby hammock

I wish I slept in this as a kid:

By the way, this image comes from a story in the NY Times about a couple that transformed their 435 sq ft studio into a one bedroom - on a budget. Their home is gorgeous, and they've mixed low end with some select high end pieces. Check out the full story here, or the short version through Apartment Therapy.

umbrella for two

Hah. This made me chuckle.

Image via fubiz

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

i got the blues

The color blue has been on my mind lately. And I need to do something about that. My home and my closet could use the following:
Isamu Noguchi Lamp, MoMAstore, $199.95 - I actually first saw this lamp back in NY in December. I wanted it, but the $275 price tag made me quickly step back. It's on sale now, but still out of my price range. Boo.

Pleated Tie-waist Dress, Gap, $59.50 - Versatile dress that you can dress up or down. Great for spring...the current weather here in the bay area has been awesome!

Silk Bangle, Banana Republic, $24 - The print actually reminds me of the Noguchi lamp. So since I can't have the lamp, I'll wear it on my wrist.

Rue Bahia Bag, Anthropologie, $198 - I saw this bag in the store and was this close to buying it. It has a shoulder strap, a longer messenger strap, and roomy enough to fit all my stuff. And it's blue, I don't have a blue bag! Hmm, so why didn't I buy it?

Monday, March 3, 2008

fun at ikea

I don't think I've ever gone to Ikea and not bought anything. It's one of those places where I find things I don't reaaaaaally need, but hey, at their low prices, why not.

This past weekend I went and got my bedroom a shelf! Along with some home accents.


Lerberg Shelf Unit, $14.99
Ticka Clock (bottom shelf), $7.99


Also purchased (L-R):
Ovation vase, $12.99; Farm vase, $1.99