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Inspiration Board: Pumpkins

by Molly on October 26, 2010

inspiration board pumpkins; Inspiration Board: Pumpkins

As sad as I am that Halloween will be over this weekend, I’m thrilled that pumpkins will continue to be around through Thanksgiving.  Not only am I a huge fan of decorating the house with baby pumpkins and gourds, I also love the flavor and can’t wait to try out some of these recipes after I’m done using them for decoration!

Halloween Greeting Card from Great Arrow Graphics at Cardstore.com

Pumpkin Costume from Target

Toasted Pumpkin Seed Recipe at Simply Recipes

Pecan Pumpkin Butter Pie Recipe from Williams-Sonoma

Jack-O-Lantern Gift Bag at Papyrus

Cinderella Heirloom Box at Disney Store

Pumpkin Ale from Buffalo Bill’s Brewery

Elegant Chandelier Cards

by Allison on July 14, 2010

card image; Elegant Chandelier Cards

These chandelier Bridal Shower Invitations have been popular designs at Cardstore.com lately, and I see why. I love the elegance, glamour, and femininity of these two cards, and love how the silhouette looks on stationery (Left is by Natalie Eden at Cardstore.com and Right is by Papeterie at Cardstore.com).

This moving annoucement by Bonnie Marcus Collection also makes use of the elegant chandelier.

chandelier moving; Elegant Chandelier Cards

However, I’ve also been trying to think of other ways to integrate the stunning beauty of chandeliers without paying the price that most beautiful chandeliers necessitate. While the lucky few find the perfect chandelier to renovate at garage sales or thrift stores, for most of us that won’t be an option–especially in light of chandeliers’ ever-growing popularity.

I stumbled upon these cute Etsy wall stickers that incorporate the same sihouette concept as some of our cards, and I think that in the right room (where most of the furniture and decor was kept simple and subtle), they could serve as a nice focal point.

decals; Elegant Chandelier Cards

Left from Etsy Artist Tweetheartwallart, Right from Etsy Artist MichelleChristina

If decals aren’t really your thing, I also found a couple of really beautiful DIY options. They may not be your typical chandeliers, but they still capture that same elegance that I’m shooting for. As soon as I find some free time, I’m definitely going to try out the tree branch one–rustic and elegant, a rare, but winning combo!

once wed rock candy chandelier; Elegant Chandelier Cards

Rock Candy Chandelier from Once Wed designed by Etsy artist Laurie

rustic designs; Elegant Chandelier Cards

Rustic Chandelier from care2.com posted by Remodelista

I would also love find some DIY guides for more traditional looking chandeliers. Let me know if you find any, and I’ll be sure to post it (and send you my gratitude!).

The Bee’s Knees

by Allison on July 12, 2010

I have a strangely loving relationship with bees. You see, I have a mild honey addiction, and as such, I can’t really find it in my heart to dislike the cute little bumblebees that are responsible for its production. Rather, I sort of like them–at least from a distance. Aside from being responsible for my favorite tea-additive, they’re sort of the epitome of cheerfulness, what with their happy buzzing and bright yellow coloring. What’s not to like?

bees knees inspiration board; The Bees KneesCardstore.com Bees Knees Card Designed by O+D

Sunflower Bee Photo by NS Wood Photography

Bee Lace Curtains from here

La Rochère Glass Pitcher available at Amazon

Adorable Honey Jar from CozyMemories’ Flickr

Cake from Martha Stewart Weddings via RitzyBee
Vintage Bee Stamps here

Typewriter Charm

by Allison on June 30, 2010

I love the instant old world charm a typewriter brings to any room. The subtle gesture toward days gone by creates a an at once romantic and wistful vibe, an ideal quality for any room.  I dream of having the perfect home office–a heavy dark wooden desk, a couple of simple mason jars filled with pens and pencils, a stack of books, a small vase filled with zinnias, and, of course, a vintage typewriter.  However, I can’t ever seem to find the right one, and instead have amassed a variety of typewriter-related items–a typewriter frame, typewriter jewelry, typewriter stationery, the list goes on. . . I doubt I will quench my thirst for typewriter paraphernalia until I find that perfect one!

typerwriter final4; Typewriter Charm

Cardstore.com You’re Just My Type Card by Sam Posnick

Typewriter Decor Photos from Apartment Therapy Chicago

Pink Vintage Typewriter Illustration here

Typewriter Initial Pendant from Urban Outfitters

Frame Mania

by Allison on June 28, 2010

I love the look of masses of mismatched frames all crammed together on one wall.  It works best, I think, when the interiors of the frames vaguely match one another, like the collection of framed embroidery below.  After visiting the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin–which has the most beautiful maroon room stuffed from top to bottom with a huge array of portraits–I was inspired to create a similar wall, jam-packed with amateur portraits. I’m building my collection now, hunting in antique stores, flea markets and street fairs, and will be sure to eventually post the final result!

testnew1; Frame Mania

Cardstore.com Thank You Card by Natalie Eden

Wallpaper by Lisa Bengtsson available here

Cork Board Frame from Confessions of  a Chronic Crafter

Framed Embroidering via ffffound at daydreamlily

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