Browsing Category: Inspiration

Japanese Indigo Textiles Obsession

Hi Friends!

Do you ever notice that once you like something you see it everywhere?  And almost unconsciously you repeatedly pick the same thing in stores, magazines, television… even your wardrobe starts to resemble your new found addiction?

A few months ago, I just couldn’t get enough of black and white.  My normally colorful closet was starting to look like Karl Lagerfield’s… well, not exactly, but pretty darn close.

And now, a few months later I can’t stop double taking on the fabulous Japanese inspired indigo prints!  Like seriously, aren’t they wonderful?!  For the house, for the closet, for your inner warrior!

f9cca141ca929f97dde6a65bed5b7081 63f087f2bbf6ade7909af62ed89291d9 41b2cc2ec7138d0ef0e8f39726e74569

So organic, so beautiful, just… so.  I lurve it.

af4b461548129e8e06f7a8f5ceeaafa7 cfe15eb7f34142a085eaa5aeb4cb6463

marrakesh08

Design Boom Tiles – I’m dying over these tiles!  It’s like, What?!  Are you kidding me?!  Someone makes these!?

And just in case you are wanting a bit of your own indigo, I put together some fun stuff that you can buy.  Today.  Right now, even.

Just satisfy that itch via some internet shopping therapy!

OB-Japanese Indigo

Bowls, Magnets, Pillow Cover, Halter JumpsuitTie, Splatter Chair, Peony PrintNavy Dress, Quilt

My favorite??  Isn’t that quilt crazy?  But it’s $450!  Whoa.  I guess I can get my fix with a sweet jumpsuit for spring.  Or those bowls!

Have you snagged anything with a Japanese print lately??

Happy Creating!!  Jessica

You Can Ring My Bell!!

Doorbells are like jewelry for your entryways.  And this girl, loves her “home jewelry!!”

Seriously, I could look at this stuff all day.  But now I need your input… Which of these is your favorite?  Most of them come in several finishes, so that’s up for debate too… Oh, the choices!!!  What sweet torture!

Do you have a favorite doorbell you’d love to share?  Please do!!  I’m on the hunt!

C7031_091014_4_C7031

Curvy Button – $20.00

Z001744

 

Leaf Filigree – $39.00

 

DB643-O-Atlas-Homewares-Avalon-Door-Bell-Plate-oil-rubbed-bronze

Avalon – $45.18

hh-BP10-Moderno2

Hawk Hill Moderno – $76.50

 

Unknown

“Press” – $9.49

mhr17 butterfly bbz

Butterfly – $55.00

 

Unknown-1

Round Buzzer – $11.59

ww015ab_web

Leaf with Lady Bug – $27.00

So, I can’t lie and say I don’t have a few favorites in the bunch!  And my oldest has weighed in… surprising me by picking one of the front runners.

Maybe that sophisticated taste I think I have is not all that sophisticated?!?  HA!  I want charm… yes, that’s what I’m going for.  A charming welcome for all my family and friends.  Actually, it’ll be the mailman who’ll appreciate it the most since people usually just go in through the garage.

Sigh.

Baby steps.

Happy March! (Internal freak-out.)  AND Happy Creating, Jessica

What do you think about Plywood?

So I know I’m asking such a personal question, but where do you stand on plywood???

This is like first date stuff…. I’m all nervous… Will you emphatically say that plywood is ugly and good for nothing, and then I’ll have to eat my dinner like a marine, constantly wondering when I can safely free myself??

Or maybe you will say that you’re intrigued and I can let out a sigh of relief.  Our little friendship might just be on the road to something amazing… plywood ponderings.

PRIVATE-RESIDENCE-SHELVING-21-682x1024

Private Residence

We could chat whether we would or wouldn’t!  Or maybe where we would and where we wouldn’t…

It’s like a 50 Shades poster… Curious???  About Plywood????

Flinders-Lane-Apartment-by-Clare-Cousins-Architects_dezeen_ss_1

Dezeen

3216fcb3e2c42aaf522331c565d731e3

Roomed

So what’s my recent interest in plywood?  Well, I’m working on a little project for the boys and I’m considering using plywood sheets.  They’re strong.  They’re cheap.  But are they beautiful?

plywood-dining-space-Pattersons-Architects-Dwell-magazine

5a932ac1eb6a2f91bfd887175f83293a

How do you feel about a plywood floor??

e9006d8e61bddaacb3b5e4d96a0f6615

This one is down right gorgeous!  Who’da thunk?!

But seriously, I think the ceilings are my fav.

f1744cb9a668ff36772a136924be82dd

BloodandChampagne

834c3010478d9fb2d83711776c506d10 cebd375e523e1591268abd383e5cc5df 4e7e3b40f1e08895e7171451b28d5f9a

Whoever did this drop ceiling is a damn genius in my book!  What a perfect idea if you have to deal with that type of issue!!  It looks so much better than those polka-dotty things.

ecd7c32fe82af162db2f5371a3d96a52

Now for the defining moment… How do you REALLY feel about plywood??

Would you ever consider putting it in your home?

It’s definitely not boring!

Happy Friday and Happy Creating!  Jessica