Archive for the ‘Fun Finds’ Category
June 2nd, 2010
I have a thing for beautifully crafted chairs. Doesn’t matter what era. If it’s got style, I’m smitten. So as you can imagine, it was love at first sight when I came across these George Nakashima grass chairs. At $4800 for 2, I doubt they’ll be in my home any time soon so I’m gonna have to swoon from afar. Howz about a blog challenge? Let’s see who could find these chairs on Craigslist first! Who’s with me? Seriously, I sigh every time I look at these Dufner Heighes images, especially the last one. An eclectic look never looked so stylish. Sigh…..
photo credit 1stdibs.com
May 21st, 2010
I painted my house this weekend which included stairs-just the basic white. Looking at these images, I’m thinking I should have been more creative.
by Horst Gläsker for the project “7 Stairways” in Wuppertal, Germany
Another view of SCALA by Horst Gläsker
Gläsker painted then stencilled a word describing human relationships like passion, getting the tingles, to flourish, to fall in love. Amazing isn’t it?
Not quite the Scala, but still beautiful, right?
How about stenciled stairs?
Have a great weekend everyone!
And don’t forget about the ReDux Goods Yoga Bag Giveaway. Enter if you haven’t already.
April 15th, 2010
I found some really adorable cloud and rain themed items on Etsy. I was inspired by a new blog crush, Daily Suze to look for cloud jewelry and because we had rain this week and because April showers bring May flowers. Spring rain is refreshing, cleansing, and beautiful especially when the sun peeks through. Everything always looks so crisp and clear right after the clouds give way. I am really digging the earrings by Lanyapi and the Rainy Day print.
Click on the image to to visit these lovely Etsy shops.
Cloud Cluster Necklace by A Little Lustre
Rain Cloud Earrings by Lanyapi
Rainy Day With My Umbrella by Lychee Kiss
Belle Clutch Bag by Red Ruby Rose
Rain Cloud Tee by Culture Consumer
Rainy Day Print by Carambatack
The Sky Is Falling Original Screen-print by Cricket Express
Apple Girl Waits by Bumblejack
Fine Art Giclee Print of Rainy Day Owl by Quirky Dame
April 12th, 2010
It’s only April and I’m already thinking about summer vacation. With a few trips this year I’m thinking I need a new camera bag. I want something fun and stylish and can hold my camera, lens, and the essentials-wallet, cell phone, toys, snacks. Here are a few I’m fancying at the moment. Still haven’t made up my mind but I’m leaning towards the Jill E bag because it has outside pockets for snacks and small toys. Or maybe the Hobo? No, wait, one of the Epiphanie bags. See, I can’t decide. They’re all cute, right? Do you have one of these bags featured below? How is it working out for you? Got one you could recommend? Would love to hear from you.
Jill E Bags
Emera Quilted Bag
Kelly Moore B-Hobo Bag
Epiphanie Bags
April 2nd, 2010
Look at these photographs. Go ahead, take a closer look. Don’t they look miniature and almost toy-like?
Welcome to the world of miniature faking. These are actually real locations but through a photography technique called tilt-shift, you can make things appear as though they were itty-bitty. By manipulating your camera or by using a tilt-shift lens, this look can be achieved.
Go here to see 50 Beautiful Examples of Tilt-Shift Photography. The photos above made the cut. Stunning.
Happy weekend everyone!
March 30th, 2010
Do you remember the Etsy shop I came across at Eastern Market? Like a bug attracted to light, I was drawn to vibrant colors of the Elizabeth Designs exhibit. At closer look, handbags, wallets, and clutches in beautiful fabric happily greeted me and I smiled back. Elizabeth, the lovely woman behind this shop, uses chic fabric to create very stylish handbags and accessories so it’s easy to see why so many swarmed around her table. After I buzzed around for a bit, I finally chose a business card holder in very spring colors.
So naturally, ME + CUTE ETSY SHOP = SMALL BURST GIVEAWAY. Elizabeth is so sweet to offer the Nikki Wristlet to one very lucky reader. I love the wristlet-they’re the perfect size and can hold the bare necessities. Don’t you just want to bring your phone, lipgloss, and cash to a coffee run or a quick trip to the store? Doesn’t everyone need one of these? It’s the perfect spring accessory!
To win this polka dot Nikki Wristlet :
- You must visit Elizabeth Designs, and come back to Small Burst and leave a comment to tell us which one is your favorite item.
- For optional additional entries, follow this blog and make a separate comment that you’re now following.
- All entries must be submitted by Friday, April 16th. Winner will be notified on the 17th and will be given 3 days to respond. Learn more about SB Giveaways here.
This business/credit card holder is mine and I HEART it.
February 15th, 2010
I’ve had these metal industrial crates since college. They’re a bit shabby but I could never throw them out. They’ve been so useful through the years and I’ve always been fond of the industrial chic style. Instead of being an obscure storage bin in the garage or car, they now take center stage inside my home. Vintage wire baskets are a decorative way to store just about anything. I use them to house our extra blankets and pillows in the living room.
If you’re not a fan of wire baskets, you will be!
You’ll love Mothology, and not just for their wire baskets.
These beauties are from Hudson Goods.
I LOVE White Flower Farmhouse. Check out their Locker Baskets.
There ’s also Etsy! NeatoKeen offers other vintage goodies.
These colored baskets from Stacia Maria would be great in a child’s room.
January 25th, 2010
Girl In Gear Studio has the best Valentines cards I’ve seen. They’re plantable cards! What exactly is a plantable card? Here’s Stacie’s explanation.
“Give your sweetheart a paper valentine – and a valentine bouquet – all in one! Our interactive plantable valentine card is both a sweet note and a wildflower bouquet.Our original design is printed on fine vellum, which is sewn carefully onto seed-embedded cardstock. The vellum greeting can be removed and saved, while the backing may be planted as a lasting reminder of your love. Each valentine comes with a recycled kraft envelope that is elegantly printed with our original heart design. Instructions for planting are included with each valentine.”
You can buy one for your Sweetheart and they also come in 20 pack minis. So cute I can’t even stand it!
January 12th, 2010
Needed to have cookies for a gathering. I baked after the kids went to bed. It was late! But was I upset? Nope. I was actually looking forward to it so I can use my blue Nigella Lawson Ceramic Measuring Cups. They’re just so adorable it made my late night baking fun. I know they’re not for everyday use but it’s nice to have little lovely things in the kitchen. I found other lovely cups I thought you’d enjoy.
Nigella’s measuring cups come in different colors.
Anthropologie not only sells clothes I adore, but they have kitchen gadgets too. These Florist cups are sweet.
Puffer Bird Measuring Cup, also from Anthroplogie.
Izmir Measuring Cups from Anthropologie.
Don’t leave the kids out. They’ll appreciate these mouse measuring cups by Kuhn Rikon.
These Russian Doll measuring cups stack on one another for easy storage.
