Category: Honor Roll

Honor Roll
- Grace put together a fantastic roundup of decorative hardware. That collection above is just one small sampling.
- I don’t have enough dinner parties to justify them, but I am loving these metallic plates.
- Don’t you just love it when people have a little fun with color in their kitchen?
- Wait, what? Not everyone loves painting? (I do!)
- Halloween is just over a week away, but if you need some decorating ideas these free printable Halloween goodies can help.
- And speaking of Halloween decorations, these paint pen spotted pumpkins are pretty darn cute.
- Have you heard about IKEA’s Life Improvement Project? They’re giving one person a year-long sabbatical (worth $100,000) to advance a project that improves the life of others, and they’re also offering some cool seminars. Check it out.
- It’s not very practical, but this typewriter keyboard looks awesome.
- Someone told me about Caroline’s AT House Tour on Twitter, thinking I’d like it. They were right (and you’ll probably like it too).
October 22, 2010
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- I love the bright, colorful home of floral designer Megan Fickling. Isn’t it pretty (above)?
- You know I like my vintage arrows, but I’m really into these handmade arrows too. And bonus: no sharp points to remove.
- Ladies have been dressing like Holly Golightly for years, but I like this take on it for Halloween.
- Artists always have the most fun homes, like this one.
- Wouldn’t it be fun to get a package taped up with brackets?
- Black and white stripes add some zing to a wedding! (via Black.White.Yellow.)
- Clever: a Halloween advent calendar (with crafty tutorials to come).
- Lonny’s photos have been neatly categorized by room type, huzzah! And lo, another e-magazine has come out: Covet Garden.
- Dexter inspired some really great posters. (via Twig & Thistle)
- I’d like all of my ingredients geometrically arranged from now on, please.
- Anna has the sweetest pink room.
- Ever wonder about spray paint? Here, this ought to answer your questions.
October 8, 2010
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- YES. A new print magazine will soon be out: Anthology! I’ve already subscribed (and you should do so too), but here’s the scoop, a preview, and an interview with the creators (Meg Mateo Ilasco and Anh-Minh Le) in case you need a little convincing.
- The new e-magazine Rue debuted this week, and it’s full of design yumminess (like a peek into Victoria’s home, which I assure you is somehow even more spectacular in person).
- Wanting to wear this chic cashmere sweater. (via A Cup of Jo)
- Looks like I’m not alone in loving Gurgle pots. I have one in mustard that I sometimes use as a vase.
- This teacher’s lounge makeover is so cheery! (via morning’s light)
- Have you been following along with Lisa Congdon’s A Collection a Day project? I’d like to think that she keeps these in a baby food jar.
- I don’t like the visual clutter of inspiration boards in my own house (I tried it and it’s not for me), but I love seeing other people’s boards. They just draw me in.
- Are you curious about this year’s Mighty Summit? Maggie has posted her recap. It was good, my friends. So very good.
- I’m not a big fan of the color blue, but I still liked this budget bathroom redo.
- Hello, adorable patterned pencils! Cute packaging too. (via Black.White.Yellow.)
- I want to make these digital award ribbons. They’re so fun (and so is the dress that inspired them)! (via Creature Comforts)
- Ooh, looks like Orla Kiely is coming out with a coffee table book: Pattern. (via decor8)
- This looks like a really fun way to dress.
- Design*sponge just put out a list of their top ten paint resources (which goes perfectly with my DIY Painting Tips, Tricks, and Step-by-Step Guide).
September 24, 2010
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- You know how sometimes you see a project that’s so amazing and original, you kinda kick yourself for not thinking of it yourself? That’s how I feel about Mama Mia’s Maternity Book. (via Ohdeedoh)
- OK, and here’s another example: Eliza.
- The Renegade Craft Fair is happening here in Chicago this weekend, yippee! Here’s a handy guide to Wicker Park that you’ll find useful if you’re in town visiting for the show.
- This animated love story had me in tears.
- I’m afraid of birds in real life (their feet, eek!), but I love birds and birdcages in design.
- Have you seen Martha Stewart’s new line of cabinetry? Gorgeous. I want to create a laundry room with them.
- These modern family trees are a brilliant idea.
- You’ve probably heard about active vs. passive income for online businesses, but here’s why passive income is a myth.
- I love the new Cartolina iPhone app! Such a sweet way to send a note.
- And yeah, I wish I could dance too.
September 10, 2010
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- How have I not linked to The Small Object’s Wedding Toppers before? They’re always among my very favorite things, but the latest round really made me smile.
- Loving Marcel the Shell with Shoes On. So charming.
- Did you see my redesign of Pancakes & French Fries? I love the header photo we went with.
- Wow. I want a crazy cool headboard for Eleanor’s new room.
- I have a cute pink suitcase, but I would happily trade up for one of these by Liberty of London. Or you know, my dream luggage: the Editor Series.
- Don’t you just love classic airmail stripes?
- She’s Got the Magic. Totally.
- My favorite children’s books are listed over at Ohdeedoh.
- Joy’s new line of wallpaper has launched! And she’s a busy lady; Her new book, Creative, Inc. is out too. Check out the behind-the-scenes of her stop-motion promo trailer.
- Freak out in a moonage daydream over this vintage space-themed wallpaper.
- “Facebook: Striking, Miraculous Social Team-Up!” These vintage internet ads a pretty clever.
- Jaime Oliver’s food packaging is awesome. The simplicity is so refreshing (and cool).
- Thanks, DWR. Now I’m wanting new black flatware.
- Viv’s new Aboriginal art is so beautiful.
- The design*sponge ad team has a new blog “designed to make advertising easier”. It’s super helpful to anyone considering advertising on blogs.
- Haters gonna hate.
August 27, 2010
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- Do you remember Catherine’s nursery? Well now the nursery for her baby brother James is finished. I wonder if baby James is here yet…
- Here’s how granny sandals became chic (and yes, I want a pair).
- Penelope’s bedroom is so sweet. I love all of the happy yellow!
- If you liked Eleanor’s pillowcase dress, you’re going to like all of Fable’s handmade dresses too.
- I’ve never rocked false eyelashes, but I think maybe I’d like to give it a try. (Have you?)
- Jo’s house is looking good thanks to a little help from Little Green Notebook.
- And speaking of Little Green Notebook, Jenny wants to know if you can have children and still have nice things. (I say yes.)
- Everyone has seen Mila’s daydreams by now, yes? (Go look if you haven’t yet — I’ll wait.) Well here’s an interview with Mila’s mom, Adele.
August 6, 2010