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All I Want for Christmas is…

22 Thursday Dec 2011

Posted by in Accessories, Bedroom, Celebrations, Holidays, Living Room, Outdoor, Tabletop

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Anthropologie, C. Wonder, CB2, Foo Dogs, , Illusion End Table, Jonathan Adler, lacquer, lucite, Nautical Rope Decor, ottomans

While there are so many things I would be very happy to both give and receive this year, here are a few things that I would just L-O-V-E. I think I’ve been pretty good this year so hopefully Santa’s reading!

The combination of lucite and nautical rope in this Illusion End Table at Anthropologie pretty much screams my name. I’ll take two please!

It’s pretty hard for me to pick just one item from Jonathan Adler, but I’ve always wanted one of his lacquer trays, and I’m currently obsessed with turquoise so this would make me very happy.

Never one to shy away from color, these C. Wonder Foo Dogs will add a pop in any room in the house, and they’d be fabulous on my mantle.

Sferra makes the most divine throws and I’d love the Dorsey Throw to curl up with this winter with a good book.

Pouf! I’d love a gaggle of these cushy pillows to have around the house as extra seating or to throw in the car to bring to outdoor concerts, polo, and more this summer.

Hope Santa brings you everything you wish for!

Glassy Baby Will Light Up Your Life

19 Monday Sep 2011

Posted by in Celebrations, lighting, Tabletop

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candles, , Glassy Baby, , wedding decor,

I’ve seen many colored votive holders in the past, but very few have rivaled the beauty of the Glassy Baby. Perhaps it is the fact that with nearly 100 colors available, you can find exactly the shade of blue you’re looking for or perhaps it is the fact that it takes four glass blowers to make just one of these glasses that consists of three layers of glass. No matter what the reason, they are sure to provide plenty of smiles whether you use them for votives, as a bud vase, or even to sip on something. Of course, something that requires such care to make isn’t going to come cheap. The Glassy Baby retails for $40. That’s each. HOWEVER, one of my most favorite things about this company is that they rent these beauties out for your special event at $5 apiece. If you are looking for an alternative to your typical table setting, these sure would do the trick to add that extra something. Oh, and just to make it even better-I bet you didn’t think that was possible-Glassy Baby also donates a portion of their proceeds to charity. Founder Lee Rhodes developed the Glassy Baby while battling lung cancer and is using her product to give back to people in need. Be sure to check out GlassyBaby.com, and if you are in WA state or NYC, you can check out one of their stores too.

Ikat Bowls

27 Thursday Jan 2011

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Accessories, Anthropologie, , ikat bowls

I know these Ikat Bowls from Anthropologie aren’t exactly the newest thing on the shelf, but they are my newest obsession. Of all the ikat things that have hit the shelves in the past few years, they are by far my favorite. I love the gold rim and the colors in general. While I’m partial to the navy one, I would really like them in every color. They are perfect to keep on a side table or as a way to dress up a buffet. And at $8 each, you can’t beat the price. Fill one with fine chocolates for the perfect hostess gift.

On the Chopping Block

18 Tuesday Jan 2011

Posted by in Accessories, Kitchen, Tabletop

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bar blocks, cleat board, FSC certified wood, , , Soundview Millworks

I am in love with these serving trays and cutting boards by Darien based Soundview Millworks. And in addition to be beautifully made, they are also made from FSC certified wood which makes me twice as happy. The cleat board comes in three sizes and is also available as a double cleat board. This is the first of their pieces that I saw and must say it really fulfills that nautical decor urge I tend to have, and looking at them sure does make me dream of cocktail cruises on Narragansett Bay.

The bar blocks might just be my new favorite gift to give whether it be a hostess gift, a shower gift or a birthday gift, but it’s especially great for guys! These 7″ square blocks are perfect for chopping fruit at the bar, and did I mention all of these pieces can be monogrammed or engraved with any image you want!

Some of the stock images Soundview Millworks offers include a lobster, crab, turtle, compass, sand dollar, starfish, anchors, seahorse, lighthouse and more. Or choose your monogram, logo or any other image you want.

All of the pieces are equally utilitarian and beautiful so they can be used for prep as well as for serving making them twice as fabulous. If you’ve got a wedding or event coming up in 2011, this is a gift that is sure to be a winner or just treat yourself to a piece you’ll likely have forever.

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