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• Kantha Quilts

  

  Aren't these Kantha quilts so pretty? I love how the colors and patterns mix perfectly. Kantha – literally means, “quilt of recycled cotton rag” and is... Read more

  Posted on 28 July 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Sweet Outfit

  

  I love this outfit...it perfectly offbeat. Photo: The SF Read more

  Posted on 27 July 2011 LIFESTYLE

• Etsy Favorites....Earth & Sky

  

  These hot summer days in D.C. have made me want to get away...anywhere really...as long as it's a wide open space with overcast skies and that perfect smell tha... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Minor White

  

  I love these black and white photos from photographer Minor White. His use of light gives each photo a haunting, spooky quality. Minor White was an American... Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2011 CULTURE, HOME, LIFESTYLE, PHOTOGRAPHY

• Horse Feathers

  Here's a live video of Horse Feathers, a Portland-based band, at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert. For whatever reason, watching this video made me think about Oregon.... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2011 MUSIC

• Best of Streetstyle: Maxi Skirts

  

  I've been seeing this great summer basic all over blogs and in stores. Here are a couple photos that are my favorites. Maxi skirts are so versatile and... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2011 LIFESTYLE

• Carissa Gallo

  

  In looking up local D.C. photographers, I came across Carissa Gallo's website. I love the lighting and magical quality of each photograph she takes. Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Spring Centerpiece

  

  I put together this centerpiece for a little get-together I was having. It's pretty simple...vintage medicine bottles, whatever greenery is in your yard at the... Read more

  Posted on 26 May 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Over-Dye DIY

  

  Like many bloggers out there, I loved the Color Reform rugs from ABC Carpet, but alas, I do not have $10,000 to spend on a rug. Read more

  Posted on 22 May 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Etsy Shop: Up in the Air Somewhere

  

  In looking for handmade ceramics online, I came across the Etsy shop Up in the Air Somewhere. They have a lovely collection of hand painted paper-maché... Read more

  Posted on 19 May 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Girls & Glasses

  

  I'm waiting for my new pair of Holly glasses to arrive from Spexclub so I have glasses on the brain. If you're in the market for a pair check out... Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2011 FASHION, HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Need Supply Co.

  

  I saw Need Supply Co. on Sally Jane Vintage. I usually don't do much boutique shopping (too expensive). But as I've gotten older, I've told myself that I need t... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• A Room with a View

  

  Hair is terribly personal, a tangle of mysterious prejudices. ~Shana Alexanderphoto from Needle Supply Co.When I saw the picture above, I immediately thought... Read more

  Posted on 05 May 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Dip Dye

  

  After seeing an article in Martha Stewart, I have been having the urge to try out dip dyeing for myself. I think I could get a little dip-dye crazy so I will... Read more

  Posted on 27 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Easter Showers

  

  I know it's Tuesday afternoon and this is coming a bit late, but I had the most lovely Easter. Sad in some respects, as we had to say goodbye to some close... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Tom Waits

  

  My dear friend, Nicki, was the one who introduced me to Tom Waits. She always brings such amazing, new-old music to my attention...music that makes you feel lik... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Wool & the Gang

  

  I saw these pretty sweaters over at Refinery29 from Wool the Gang. They have ready-to-wear pieces or diy patterns to choose from along with a great selection... Read more

  Posted on 21 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• On My Shelves....

  

  Since we remodeled our kitchen and installed glass-paned cabinets, I am in a hurry to clear out my chipped and embarrassing, hand-me-down dinnerware for a brand... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Sabine Tucker

  

  Here is the pretty, Brooklyn apartment of prop stylist Sabine Tucker.Image Credits: An Afternoon With Real Simple Read more

  Posted on 15 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE

• Free People Spring 2011

  

  The new spring clothes from Free People look AMAZING! Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2011 HOME, LIFESTYLE