A mercury glass base and honey mustard shade yield a striking lamp.
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I think crows have the right idea when it comes to shiny objects – they are alluring!  A few well-placed lustrous items enrich our nests.  Originally created as an alternative to the more expensive sterling [...]

Vintage house numbers tossed in a container become artful objects.
Go to any home decorating forum and it won’t be hard to find someone asking about current trends.  The problem with “the latest” is that it probably won’t stand the test of time… and end up in a tag sale at a fraction of its original [...]

Colorful kitchen napkins were used to create this unique chandelier.
We all have experienced “one thing leads to another” when it comes to design and decorating.  It’s also true for online shopping.  As I began searching for this week’s post, my desktop became littered with photos.  I won’t reveal the first three subjects since I will [...]

These colorful braided baskets come in three handy sizes; 12 to 20 inches in diameter.
Vintage braided rugs have been long-time favorites in casual settings.  Capel Rugs offers the new Songbird series, shown below in Goldfinch, featuring the classic colors of blues, greens, reds and golds.  The coordinating wool blend braided baskets offer storage solutions in [...]

Black Toast is the most popular pattern by Emma Bridgewater.
Do you use every room in your home – including the formal living and dining rooms?  If not, you should!  The same thing goes for the “good” dishes and all the other items you have been saving for special occasions.  Ruth Harsham’s online store, The Beautiful [...]

The blue porcelain enamel signs are common features in Europe.
A recent post on house numbers by Jane F sent me on a web search for interesting house plaques.  A favorite is the porcelain enamel address sign.  I love the crisp white text against the dark blue background.  Its classic European style repeats vintage finds popular [...]

This Redstone pottery paper towel jar is a one-of-a-kind piece.
While the paint is still drying, an often asked question by the totally kitchen obsessed is “what about the paper towels?”  During my online quest for the perfect holder I discovered The Workshop of David T Smith.  I’ve always been pulled by the visual appeal of [...]

The interchangeable cylindrical molds come in numerous colors for custom designs.
Toronto designer Tahir Mahmood created a line of contemporary lamps that allows the buyer to take part in designing.  The ceramic cylindrical molds of the GIRgit table lamp come in eleven interchangeable colors.  Each piece is hand-sculpted and finished with color glazing.

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Vintage porch railing was repurposed into a swinging porch bed.
When we first moved into our new home, I was excited to finally have a screened porch.  The first few weeks I spent several hours sleeping outside each night – on a new dog bed.  Believe it or not, it was comfortable, and every time I [...]

Teepee fabric is available in various prints suitable for kids of all ages.
Last Saturday,  I saw my husband excitedly heading in my direction.  Knowing Alabama football season was still 105 days away (why else would he be so excited), I couldn’t imagine what the Forbes Life magazine he was holding contained.  Being married to me [...]

Sunshine Girl is a whimsical piece currently featured in the 21st Annual Teapot Show.
When I traveled to Chicago last week, my Canadian friend had the color-filled gallery Chiaroscuro on her “must shop” list.  They are currently hosting their 21st Annual Teapot Show.  If you are not in the area, some of the pieces can be [...]

Antique beads salvaged from damaged wedding baskets adorn new ones.
I’m off to meet friends in Chicago for a few days of shopping, catching up, good food and more shopping.  On my “must see” list is a single-room store filled with of one-of-a-kind home decor from around the world named Material Possessions.  These hand-crafted wedding baskets [...]