CRUSH.....WHO ME????

First, I must apologize for my recent absence from the blog world. I know... I know.... NO EXCUSES, a blog is a commitment, but I have been in the process of moving lately. I will blog a little later about my moving experience and my new challenge of creating my rental home. (It's a loft) HEE HEE...shhhhhh. This of course means new pieces and new ideas to create my exposed brick space. I am already taking before and after pictures so I will share them with you shortly.

However, in the meantime, I have developed a little crush! It has to do with this creatively genius man textile designer John Robshaw. Ever heard of him? If not, I am sure you will soon. He is popping up in every magazine here lately! Through his exquisite eye, he has created textile masterpieces. He does have a website you can buy off of!!! Nice advantage. I must warn you I am saving my money right now to purchase a couple pieces. I think you will love his style and creations. Please take a look! http://www.johnrobshaw.com/

photo: elledecor.com

DINNER WITH FRIENDS

How nice would it be to dinner with friends at this little pinic table? I want to. Do you?

INSPIRATION

in·spi·ra·tion : an inspiring or animating action or influence

I blogged not to long ago about this fabric I had run across and had completely fallen in love with. Remember? Love at first sight really does exsist. I said, I would use that fabric for pillows and put it on a white lounge chair or sofa....correct? Well, I had a litte inspiration [see above] It's even a picture of St. Tropez [the name of the fabric] Sounds to me like someone else had a little inspiration too. So, keep your eyes wide open. It's all around us. All you have to do is take a little time and notice.

PITTER-PATTER GOES A HEART FOR THESE SIX

1. UPHOLSTERED LEATHER DOORS

2. SHARPIE PENS (NON-RETRACTABLE)

3. DIET COKE W/ A WEDGE OF LEMON

4. PAINTED FLOORS

5. DARK MOULDINGS

6. ANICHINI SHEETS

HAVE YOU HEARD?????

It's coming back folks! GOLD in all shapes, sizes, and finishes.....Satin or Polished - Lacquered or Unlaquered. Brace yourself because it is here. Nothing is ever new it's only reinvented and this time around it is done right.

[photo 1 - kohler] [photo 2 - gessi]

A PICTURE IS WORTH 1,000 WORDS

I give a big "round-of-applause" to Mr. Richard Shapiro (Studiolo Collection) for designing and creating this beautiful piece of art. A picture really is worth 1,000 words. I think this chandelier speaks loud enough for itself.

ONE MAN'S TRASH IS ANOTHER MAN'S TREASURE

I thought I would share with everyone my small tiny condo I live in rent here at the Emerald Coast. I call it my treasure from another man's trash. Basically, it's my result of swirving off to county road 631, stopping mid travel to see what the man seated in his rocking chair is selling on his lawn, and simply just beating the trash man. AND.... of course, I credit Earl. I will blog about Earl a little later on for those wondering who Earl is. With each piece bought for $20.00 or less, only a little TLC with some inspiration and creativity was needed. I hope you see what I saw in these pieces of "trash" sold for a snippet of their value. With a little hope and...... well.......deep DEEP search for potential, I gave these guys a home.