I found this gallery on Better Homes and Gardens, and I wanted to share with you my favorite ideas! Hope you see something inspiring!I always have lots of hooks on hand because they are a life saver in kitchens. NYC apartments have maybe 4 cabinets on average, though I've dealt with less, and having items hanging from the walls is VERY handy, and makes for a nice cottage look.Flea market finds like the section of iron fence, or the grate as a pot rack, make for inexpensive DIY projects.Inst... Read Full Story

I have a really great sale code for you guys - Serena & Lily is holding a 5-day (Nov. 12-16th) 25 % off sale (bedding, fabrics, gifts, accessories). The code is FALLFRIENDS25 at checkout. Here are some of my favorites and you can see another post I did featuring them here.I love all their mix and match patterns and colorsIf you want to browse what they have go to Serena and Lily and enter FALLFRIENDS25 to get 25% off. Enjoy! Read Full Story

I first found this adorable pine cone turkey idea over at the Simplified Bee, and thought to myself, "that is soooo cute, and so my mom!" It's also wonderful because we have everything except the pipe cleaners; pine cones in the woods and feathers around the chicken and turkey coups.via Simplified Bee via Martha StewartIsn't it cute?!I love this too...all of these ideas are fast and easy but so elegant!Click here to see all of these plus more and how-to'svery elegantvia Simplified BeeAnd jus... Read Full Story

*thanks Bev for the spelling tip* :)I didn't attend the show this year, but there is tons of coverage to be found on all the beautiful art, papers, and latest stationery trends on various blogs. When I was walking down 7th Ave. in Park Slope last week I noticed that the local paperie, Lion in the Sun, had a gorgeous window display - below are a few pictures and the link to the blog post where they talk about it's creation.Read/see more hereAdorable isn't it?! Next time I walk by I plan on b... Read Full Story

I'm happy to announce a giveaway I'm having this week for Carol Prisant's (she's author of the Antiques Roadshow Primer) book Good, Better, Best. I can't wait to thoroughly read this over the holidays, because Antiques are always something I've been interested in, but I'm just too intimidated to actually purchase because I know so little about them. But this is a really good guide that doesn't require you to bite off more than you can chew, and it gives you the history and selling points of... Read Full Story

These mirrors are the sort of thing I'd run back into the house to save in a fire. They are so unique and beautiful, and I'm so glad I was introduced to Made Goods.Here are some of my favorites:Zoe:*drool*Madena:Coco:stunning!The same mirror above but in a room.Adem:Ashton:Ives:They also have a few lighting options and furniture.I think if I absolutely had to pick one I'd pick Zoe, but Coco comes in close behind- but I love Ives too...I don't know if I could ever pick! How about you? Th... Read Full Story

A reader emailed me with a really great (and challenging!) question:"My fiance and I are moving into an apartment that has bay windows (in both the bedroom and living room). A lot of people convert them into benches, but I'd rather use the space as a showcase for special items, while not allowing it to look cluttered (clutter is my worst enemy!)."As you can imagine, you have to dig deep to find bay windows that haven't been converted into window seats - and here are some solutions I found...... Read Full Story

I'd never heard of FCL until I saw their ad in this month's Elle Decor. I liked what I saw and checked out their website, where I saw even more things I liked! THey categorize the merchandise into four catagories - "Bohemian," "Classique,"Crème Fraîche," "Country Chic," and "Naturelle." Which look is the closest to yours?A. BohemianB. ClassiqueC. Crème FraîcheD. Country ChicE. NaturelleSome more random shots from the site:My style is definitely bohemian, or atleast, I'd like my space to loo... Read Full Story

The hectic holidays and overall state of the world right now definitely takes its toll. That's why I think it's more important than ever to create a haven that is orderly and beautiful. Try to keep possessions limited to only those that are beautifully designed and functional (often things well designed are beautiful and functional.) Hold on to items that have always been there for you and stood the test of time. If possible, repair them if needed and treat them well. Opt for natural or ... Read Full Story

I was recently introduced to Manoblue Interior Design & Feng Shui, and I wanted to share with you a few images from the portfolio which just really spoke to me. As you may know, I really like real, lived in images of homes over staged environments any day. They're inspiring because you know a real person lives there, and it just gives me hope!I ADORE this bedroom! The fireplace, the tall pillar candles beside it, the wood bedframe, the corner window with the reading nook! This is my dre... Read Full Story