Re: Design

Present & Correct

2012-01-30T07:00:00.000-06:00

Everything at Present & Correct makes you smile. Bright colors, bold graphics and clever ideas. Where else can you find patterned masking tape, russian fairy tales and vintage telegrams?

Check it out here.

head for the doors: craigslist finds

2012-01-29T08:00:00.000-06:00

old barn doors

Blue antique door, $85

a very vintage christmas

2011-12-12T07:00:00.000-06:00

frame a vintage christmas card, display a Merry Christmas book, use a vintage sock stretcher as a christmas stocking, keep christmas cookies in a vintage tin, say "merry christmas" with wooden letterpress type, trim your tree with vintage garland,

just my type

2011-12-10T07:00:00.000-06:00

This hand-drawn type by Jeremy Paul Beasley is fabulous.

all dressed in white

2011-12-09T07:00:00.000-06:00

This dress makes me want to relive my wedding day. Stunning.

feast your eyes on these craiglist finds

2011-11-23T07:00:00.000-06:00

vintage orange cabinet, $45

tufted velvet arm chair, $75

mid century record storage cabinet, $60

antique teal iron bed, $125

antique wooden drafting table, $83

antique iron bed, $495

DIY with barn wood

2011-11-08T10:00:00.000-06:00

Barnwood Headboard

Barnwood ceiling

Barnwood shelves

Barnwood wall

Barnwood floors

Need barn wood? Get it here.

matchbook mention

2011-11-07T10:00:00.000-06:00

Scrolling through the latest issue of Matchbook Magazine, I discovered some of the note cards I designed for Jonathan Adler. I love fun surprises like that. It seems so silly, but seeing it published makes me go, "Wow, I got to design that."

One of the amazing projects I get to work on at Cheree Berry Paper.

craigslist find for me!

2011-10-24T07:00:00.000-05:00

Usually, I am posting fun things for you to buy off craigslist, but this time, I am just bragging about a recent purchase by me! You would think I buy a lot of things off craigslist for as much as I search, but actually this is only my third purchase. Looks like all of my hours searching finally paid off. This sofa was an absolute steal. I have been looking for a couch like this for months. This one is the exact style I envisioned and I only spent $20.

Tufting. Check! Curved back. Check! Comfy. Check! Yellow. Check! Check! How could I not rush out to St. Charles in the middle of game 4 of the world series to get this? You have to be proactive when a beaut like this comes along.

Once I saw the couch in person, I realized it will need a bit of work. I will probably replace the worn towel-like fabric (though I love the yellow) and will need to repair/paint the damaged wood trim. All in all, still a good purchase.

craigslist finds: stuff you should buy

2011-10-19T07:00:00.000-05:00

This HUGE farm table would be perfect for a massive dinner party. Who has room for an 11 foot table?

Rustic Farm Table, make offer

Antique Wing Chair, $150

Antique Love Seat, $150

inspired

2011-10-05T22:30:00.003-05:00

“Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.” -Steve Jobs

friday craigslist finds

2011-09-30T07:00:00.000-05:00

24-drawer wooden cabinet, $325

Wooden type chest, $150

craigslist finds

2011-09-29T07:00:00.000-05:00

Gorgeous blue sofa, $150

Antique filing cabinet, $250

wallpaper love

2011-09-26T07:00:00.001-05:00

Dreaming of patterned walls in my dining room.

Peony Wallpaper, Urban Outfitters, $79

Blazing Poppies Wallpaper, Anthropologie, $148

Octopus Garden Wallpaper, Anthropologie, $198

Thomas Paul Love Affair

2011-09-02T17:00:00.000-05:00

I saw the preview of the new Thomas Paul bedding line on Designsponge and I was hooked! I don't know which one I like more! Ok, I do. I am absolutely OBSESSED with the whale shams.

You can view the entire gorgeous collection here.

craigslist find: index file cabinet

2011-09-01T07:00:00.000-05:00

Great piece. Great price. Someone should own this.

Index Cabinet, $225.

more craigslist maps

2011-08-29T07:00:00.000-05:00

How cool are these? But them for $50 a piece on craigslist.

craigslist find: vintage map

2011-08-24T08:00:00.000-05:00

Buy this vintage map. Such a great way to fill an empty wall in your home.

via refresh design studio

via this pretty space

via elements of style

Collected

2011-08-08T07:00:00.000-05:00

I just recently discovered the magazine, Collected. Check out the gorgeous design and unique content. You're welcome:)

it's a bird, it's a state...

2011-08-05T12:00:00.000-05:00

..it's a work of art! I love these State bird prints by Kelzuki and think everyone should own one.

State Bird Print, $18.

colorful correspondence

2011-08-05T07:00:00.000-05:00

Who wouldn't want to get a brightly colored pantone card in the mail? Is it just me?

100 postcards for $19.95.

Found via JolieJolie

possible couch project

2011-07-22T07:00:00.000-05:00

I'm thinking of buying this couch and having it reupholstered. Thoughts? I'm kind of loving it.

French Provencial Couch, $100.

craigslist finds: the goods

2011-07-21T07:00:00.000-05:00

I'm watching American Pickers (my new show) and browsing through craigslist...the best way to find the goods!

Gold Sun Clock, $45
Vintage Marquee Cast Aluminum Letters, D,O,T,G,E,R, $15
Vintage Industrial Light, $40

craigslist find: wooden cart

2011-07-20T07:00:00.000-05:00

I love this wooden cart. This would be great for a side table or kitchen island. Definitely worth $40.

Antique Wooden Cart, $40.

craigslist find: primitive work bench

2011-07-19T21:30:00.000-05:00

This piece is positively awesome. You can't recreate this perfectly distressed look.

Antique Wood Workers Bench, $225.

iron headboard

2011-07-14T07:00:00.000-05:00

Got another one for you. This one is fabulous and cheap. Enjoy!

Antique Iron Headboard Trellis, $30

trunkophile

2011-07-13T17:00:00.000-05:00

I think i have a problem. I REALLY like old trunks. You can help by purchasing these three rad trunks. This will prevent me from turning into a trunk hoarder. Thank you!

3 Steamer Trunks, $100

craigslist success!

2011-07-13T07:00:00.000-05:00

Just wanted to drop a note and show one of my craigslist finds in action. My friend, Kelly is a fabulous photographer and she snatched up one of my recent craigslist finds to use a prop for her photography. How amazing does that yellow trunk look in these pictures? What a great idea!

Visit Kelly's site here.

iron headboards

2011-07-12T07:00:00.000-05:00

iron gates, $55

Check them out here and here.

Freestyle Picking

2011-07-11T07:00:00.000-05:00

Have you ever heard of American Pickers? I recently discovered this history channel show and was instantly hooked. A "picker" is someone who digs through old barns and houses searching for unused treasures and "rusty gold." I feel like that could be my job in a second life. Inspired by the show, we headed to Illinois with our friends Jake and Kara to do some antiquing in small towns in Illinois. We were aspiring pickers and desperately wanted to try our hand at some freestyle picking. We were a little too chicken to knock on random doors in the Illinois countryside, so we kept mainly to antique stores and flea markets. We definitely came away with some good finds! Here was my loot for the day.

1. Large woodblock #1, $4
2. Marmalade jar, $3
3. Set of 3 mason jars (all different sizes), $12
4. Gold serving tray, $4
5. Antique feed sack, $6

ruth shively

2011-07-01T07:00:00.000-05:00

These paintings are gorgeous and a reminder of the kind of artist I wish I was.

Via The Jealous Curator

craigslist gems

2011-06-30T07:00:00.001-05:00

Antique Barn Wood, perfect for building furniture or doing a reclaimed wood wall like this.
Rail Carts, to make a coffee table.
Antique Locker Cabinet, $500, for storing coats or hiding brooms and whatnot.
1920 Cabinet Doors, $20, for framing pictures or other wall decoration.

mix and match design

2011-06-28T07:00:00.001-05:00

The great thing about trends in home decorating right now is that anything goes! You can buy individual pieces that you love without feeling confined to fitting into a certain color scheme or style. In fact, sometimes the more random it is, the more bold and confident your home will look. Here are some examples of how to mix it up.

Mixing styles: Shaun Moore and Todd Caldwell's victorian toronto home mixes contemporary with antique pieces.

Mixing patterns: Myriam Balaÿ-Devidal's home in southern france pairs wallpaper with patterned textiles.

Mixing patterns 2: Heather Moore of skinny laminx pairs original patterns in her cape town home.

Mixing textures: Emma Reddington's toronto home uses textural objects and a range of materials to add interest to the room.

Mixing colors: artists andy pratt and sarah coombs pair seemingly random colors for a polished look.

homes found on designsponge.

dear photograph

2011-06-28T07:00:00.000-05:00

I saw this amazing work on The Jealous Curator and I was in love. There is something so nostalgic about it, which you know I appreciate. I want some of these on my wall. Or maybe I could try my hand at some of my own? This is an online project that we can all be a part of. Just send in a picture of an old photo in a present setting. Brilliant!

Check out the project at dearphotograph.com

saint louis craigslist finds

2011-06-27T07:00:00.001-05:00

Yellow trunk, $80.
Antique Cash Register Drawers, $50.
White pub table, $80.
Yellow medicine cabinet, $30.
Antique Brass Bed, $35.

before & after: bathroom cabinet

2011-06-26T07:00:00.000-05:00

Yes, I'm sure you thought I would never post on the bathroom again, but I didn't want to show the big reveal until every detail was complete. I am so close and finally (almost a year later) will be able to give you the full before and after. Until then, I wanted to do some smaller posts and little projects we worked on along the way.

Our bathroom cabinet was found at Goodwill for $4. I painted it and added a wonderful Anthropologie knob to make it more fun. We are really pleased with how great our thrift store cabinet looks!

Total Cost: $12

paper polaroid

2011-06-15T07:00:00.000-05:00

Such a cute idea by Fresh Baked Paper Goods.

sailor tote

2011-06-14T07:00:00.000-05:00

A perfect bag for the beach this summer. Find it at bayanhippo.

these are beautiful things

2011-06-13T07:00:00.000-05:00

Check out this fabulous and frameable map art from these are things. You won't be disappointed.

faux Anthropologie chairs

2011-05-28T08:56:00.005-05:00

These cute metal parlor chairs off craigslist could easily get the more expensive Anthropologie look by a simple coat of spray paint. Paint several iron chairs in different bold colors for this look. The more random the better.

2 Iron Parlor Chairs, St. Louis Craigslist, $50.
La Versha Chair, Anthropologie, $248.

the new rifle

2011-05-25T21:01:00.004-05:00

Love these new cards from Rifle. Clean and classic with a touch of gold foil whimsy. Swoon!

bedroom color palette

2011-05-24T07:00:00.000-05:00

I'm slowly (is there any other way?) working on redoing our bedroom. It is currently very dark with chocolate brown walls and I want to cheer the room up a bit! So, we got a new duvet from West Elm and I am working on a color palette for the room. Here is what I am thinking...

The wall behind the bed would be the dark teal, the other walls would be the soft blue and I would bring in pops of yellow and coral in the pillows and curtains.

Cheers to 30!

2011-05-23T08:00:00.001-05:00

My husband turned 30 last weekend and we had an amazing time celebrating with friends and family! I arranged a party for him at Dressel's, his favorite pub where he can get the best Guiness on tap (in his words). It was casual and small, but I still wanted to have fun with the invite. Since it was at a pub, I thought I would do the invites on coasters. I based some of the design on some vintage Guiness labels and other beer labels I found. It was a lot of fun to make and send out to all the guests. And, I had leftover coasters to use at the party!

DETAILS
coasters: ordered from foryourparty.com with custom artwork I provided
invite: I digitally printed the invite on 4 inch circular labels and attached them to the back of the coaster
envelopes: I used a cream outer envelope and then a smaller metallic gold inner envelope to fit the coaster. The date in a vintage banner was printed on the front of the inner envelope.

Fear of Failure

2011-05-16T07:00:00.000-05:00

Milton Glaser – on the fear of failure. from Berghs' Exhibition '11 on Vimeo.

Stefan Sagmeister – on the fear of failure. from Berghs' Exhibition '11 on Vimeo.

via swissmiss.

i love lamp

2011-05-05T07:00:00.000-05:00

i think i need this.

craigslist find: side tables

2011-05-04T08:00:00.001-05:00

These kelly green tables are the perfect accent.

Pair of Side tables, $75.

vintage wallpaper

2011-05-01T07:00:00.000-05:00

www.vintage-wallpaper.com

Hand Dipped Cards

2011-04-29T07:30:00.000-05:00

Love these cards from Oh Happy Day. What else can you dip dye like this?

curious?

2011-04-29T07:00:00.000-05:00

Check out these fun products from the Curiosity Shoppe.

pinterest: classic

2011-04-22T08:00:00.001-05:00

weekend craigslist finds

2011-04-18T07:00:00.002-05:00

St. Louis Craigslist, Antique Dental Cabinet, $150.
St. Louis Craigslist, Primitive Bench, $236.
St. Louis Craigslist, Wrought Iron Chair, $35.

craigslist find: apothecary chest

2011-04-17T08:00:00.000-05:00

st. louis craigslist, apothecary chest, $225.

plate it cool

2011-04-15T11:00:00.000-05:00

I really think you can't go wrong with a plate wall. They can be haphazard and eclectic or coordinated and organized. Which do you prefer? I love them all. I need to get going on mine which currently has (ahem) two plates hung. Fail!

Magpie Lovely

2011-04-15T07:00:00.000-05:00

Have you heard of Magpie Lovely? It is a charming online boutique featuring quality handmade goods. Take a gander.

chalk it up

2011-04-14T07:00:00.000-05:00

Even though I don't live in New York, California or Texas, I can still be proud of my home! I've lived in Missouri my whole life and I would love to have a Missouri Chalk board map hanging in my house. Get your map made to order here.

via design crush

paper covered books

2011-04-13T07:00:00.000-05:00

I have been doing some spring cleaning lately and I would love to organize my bookshelves to be as beautiful as this. See the do-it-yourself post here.

Craigslist Find: side chair

2011-04-06T23:15:00.002-05:00

Side Chair, St. Louis Craigslist, $55.

Dress like its Spring

2011-03-26T11:14:00.004-05:00

This crazy St. Louis weather has been messing with my emotions. First it's beautiful out and I pull out all of my dresses. Then the next day it is snowing. Not cool.

These cheerful dresses from ModCloth cheer me up on a dreary cold day.

Prance & Swagger

2011-03-23T07:00:00.000-05:00

I found this cute vintage shop on etsy and had to share. Check it out here.

Double Breasted Jacket, $185
Red vintage heels, $38
Vintage stripe dress, $75
Striped skirt, $36
Purple wedges, $22

Are you a size 7?

2011-03-15T13:00:00.001-05:00

If so, buy these shoes. You will be the coolest.

80s Striped Canvas Skimmer Slip-ons, $18, See Saw Vintage.

craigslist find: antique sectional

2011-03-09T07:00:00.000-06:00

I don't think I have ever seen a couch quite like this, but I love it! I wonder what the comfort level is...

Antique Couch, St. Louis Craigslist, $850.

craigslist finds

2011-02-24T12:00:00.000-06:00

This first one is very pricey, but you can see why. Amazing piece of furniture.

Antique Asian Apothecary, $2400.

antique piano stool table, $50.

I have been looking for a warehouse cart to convert to a coffee table. This is a great price! I posted a few a couple of weeks ago that were $350-$600.

Antique Warehouse Cart, $125.

beach babe

2011-02-24T07:00:00.000-06:00

7 more days until I will be on the beach in beautiful Naples, Florida. We are visiting Jeremy's parents and getting some R&R. I can't wait, but I haven't gotten all of my beach gear yet (on the agenda for the weekend). Don't you love this bathing suit (at least i think it is some sort of swim gear) that Sophia Loren is wearing? The pattern is gorgeous.

Spotted on A Cup of Joe.

craigslist finds

2011-02-22T07:00:00.001-06:00

Antique Bed Frame, $45.

Antique White Desk, $75.

Antique Spool Bed, $100.

renegade handmade

2011-02-21T07:00:00.000-06:00

Have you discovered Renegade Handmade yet? Buy cute handmade goods from over 400 artists.

Nautical Necklace, $22.
Hello Brooch, $16.
Fork & Spoon Salt & Pepper Shakers, $22.
Cuckoo Clock, $34.

Military flare

2011-02-16T09:00:00.000-06:00

I saw these necklaces on Design Crush and had to pass these along. In addition to being completely gorgeous, each block of color in these military ribbons represents a different characteristic or trait. Each one comes with a legend so you know what they stand for.

Buy them here.

artist envy

2011-02-15T08:54:00.002-06:00

Clare Elsaesser's work is amazing. This is the kind of artist I would like to be. There is an honesty in her work that is beautiful. I will take 10 of these, please.

See her work here.

Anthro Dresses

2011-02-15T08:44:00.003-06:00

I know everyone is blogging about the new wedding line from Anthropologie, but they are just too cute not to post. Here are a few of my faves.

See the whole line here.

Valentine

2011-02-14T07:00:00.000-06:00

Have a great day! And enjoy this tastey type by Darren Booth.

Gilty Gift

2011-02-10T10:00:00.000-06:00

I saw these on Gilt today (are you addicted to that website yet?) and thought they would make such a cute gift. They are a great deal and come in so many fun colors. I might get a few just to have on hand for great housewarming gifts.

Teapot Set for Two, $18
Teapot Set for Four, $29

craigslist finds: industrial tables

2011-02-05T09:26:00.004-06:00

awesome.

Metal frame glass table, $250, St. Louis Craigslist.
Warehouse cart tables, $200, St. Louis Craigslist.

thrift here: haven vintage

2011-02-03T07:00:00.000-06:00

Check out the great selection and reasonable prices at Haven Vintage.

No. 2 shoes

2011-02-02T07:00:00.002-06:00

These flats would look perfect with a pencil skirt:)

Found via Design for Mankind.

craigslist find: floral wing chair

2011-02-01T21:34:00.000-06:00

Wing Chair, St. Louis Craigslist, $75.

re:paint | farrow & ball

2011-02-01T15:00:00.000-06:00

I'm not usually a big fan of paint colors from Farrow and Ball. They are usually a bit too muted or subdued for me. But these inspiring photos made me change my mind. There is something really charming about these color combinations. They are unexpected and therefore appear a bit bolder than you would imagine.

See their new line here.

colorful cutlery

2011-02-01T07:00:00.000-06:00

I love this collection from Ladies & Gentlemen. Freshen up your old silverware with bright & colorful handles.

Found via Poppytalk.

Bedroom Inspiration

2011-01-25T07:00:00.000-06:00

I am slowly working on redecorating our bedroom. The first step was getting our awesome duvet cover for Christmas (thanks, Mom!). We found it at West Elm and are loving it. I am trying to put together an inspiration board for our room. Until then, here are some bedrooms I am inspired by. Can you tell I am thinking of doing a deep blue wall?

Rococco-Hardcore

2011-01-24T07:00:00.000-06:00

This brilliant installation by Italian artist Ludovica Gioscia is the result of 22 layers of wallpaper (some hand screen printed, others ready made) that she has applied to, and then peeled away from, this gallery wall in London. The thing I love about this concept is that there isn't really much control of the outcome when you are working with how wallpaper peels off. It is gorgeous.

Found at The Jealous Curator.

Craigslist Find: Midcentury Modern Dresser

2011-01-19T12:00:00.000-06:00

Dresser, St. Louis Craigslist, $100.

Beau-tea-ful

2011-01-19T07:00:00.000-06:00

My favorite sister gave me this adorable yellow tea pot for Christmas and I love it! It's so bright and cheery! I have been drinking more tea than I ever have in my life.

Buy it here.

Craigslist Find: Buffet

2011-01-18T17:52:00.004-06:00

So cute! It would be even cuter with some colorful hardware such as this:

White Buffet, St. Louis Craigslist, $195.
Melon Hardware, Anthropologie, $8.

sweet & saucy

2011-01-18T07:00:00.000-06:00

Have you seen this site? Amazing dessert displays on vintage tables. Yum!

via Simplesong.

Industrial crates

2011-01-17T07:00:00.000-06:00

I love these numbered crates from Restoration Hardware. My first thought was (and usually is), "I think I can make these!" I find wire baskets all the time at antique stores (in fact, I have a few already laying around). And, seems like the liners would be a fairly simple sewing project. And all you would need is a number stencil to paint on the numbers (or any word labels you would like). You could even add wheels to the baskets which would make them easy to cart around. Sounds so simple, doesn't it? Actually doing it is another thing:)

lucky coins

2011-01-14T07:00:00.000-06:00

You know it's a good idea when it feels simple, obvious and brilliant all at the same time. This clever coin purse comes with its own fortune on the inside.

Buy it here for $45.

REcreate

2011-01-13T07:00:00.000-06:00

I just stumbled upon this awesome website that sells furniture out of repurposed objects. Who knew suitcases could be used for seating? Fascinating!

See more here.

re:gift

2010-12-13T07:00:00.000-06:00

These gifts are pre-owned and a bit worn, but one-of-a-kind and far superior to a vintage look-a-like at Anthropolgie.

1. M is for moi: find a vintage initial to personalize your wall. Salvage Nation on Etsy, $35.

2. A white elephant gift (literally). Rekindle on Etsy, $11.

3. A colorful clock to brighten a bedroom. ClockworkUniverse on Etsy, $27.

4. A vintage hotel Key Rack to organize keys or jewelry. Three Potato Four, $65.

5. A perpetual calendar to make someone perpetually happy. Three Potato Four, $55.

6. A crabby door-knocker. Tawnilla on Etsy, $18.

7. Amazing art deco necklace. Pinguim on Etsy, $74.

hello winter

2010-12-12T17:03:00.003-06:00

It is freezing outside and i am curled up in bed with my cat. Only my face is exposed. So long productivity. The cold has won.

image from skull swap.

re: purpose

2010-12-11T20:48:00.003-06:00

This cabinet would be great for a tv stand. You might even be able to use the many drawers for dvds, remotes and other electronics.

You can buy it here. St. Louis Craigslist, $150.

perfection

2010-12-06T07:00:00.001-06:00

installation in Belgium.

via a cup of jo

beautiful ruin

2010-11-15T07:00:00.000-06:00

A couple of weekends ago, Jeremy and I headed to the town of Hale, MO (population 475) for my grandmother's auction. It was a beautiful day and as we were driving through the small town of Bogard. We spotted an abandoned church at the top of a hill off the highway. The door was wide open, so we decided to do some friendly tresspassing and I'm so glad we did. The desolate church was both sad and beautiful. Take a look at what we found.

Jeremy is an amazing piano player, so the lonely piano made the church all the more intriguing.

re:color | kelly green

2010-11-09T07:00:00.000-06:00

Jeremy and I have decided that our bedroom could use some major updating. It is a bit drab. When we bought the house I wanted rich chocolate walls and deep colors, but now that I am living in it I really want our room to feel bright and cheery. So, we are debating on how to make this happen. One idea is to only paint an accent wall and paint the other three walls white. In addition, we plan to use white accents in the curtains, bedding and furniture to brighten up the space.

But the question remains, what color should I pain the accent wall? Lately, I have been leaning toward a bright kelly green. Here are a few rooms that inspire me and are leading me down that path. Don't these rooms make you happy?

re:decorate | pairing patterns

2010-11-08T07:00:00.004-06:00

I love bold use of pattern, especially when someone is daring enough to combine multiple patterns in a room. Here are a few successful examples of this. It is so rewarding when you take risks like this (but I'm preaching to the choir).

re:purpose | collections

2010-11-01T22:33:00.005-05:00

It is amazing how beautiful the most simple and ordinary objects can look when arranged in multiples. What collection do you have that is waiting to become art?

Want more collection ideas?
Go to A Collection a Day.

Re:Decorate: Bathroom

2010-10-28T06:00:00.000-05:00

So, now that all of the dirty work for our bathroom is almost complete (more posts still to come), I am working on the decorating part which is way more fun!

The shower curtain has been tricky. I haven't been able to find anything I like. In addition, I want an extra long shower curtain that hangs from the top of the ceiling. That has been difficult to find as well. The bathroom is predominantly neutral (gray, black and white) with yellow accents.

I was searching for fabric in order to make a shower curtain and then I stumbled upon this awesome duvet cover at Anthropologie. I thought it was perfect but way out of my price range. I went back a few weeks later and found it to be on crazy sale. The duvet cover (normally $300) was on sale for $60. Not too shabby. In addition, it happens to be the perfect height and width for a shower curtain. All I need to do is take off the back of the duvet cover and add some holes for the curtain rings. I'm so excited!

Doodle Art

2010-10-27T06:00:00.000-05:00

These amazing installations by Heike Weber have decorated galleries all over Europe. I wish she would come decorate my house. Heike uses permanent marker and acrylic paint to create these beautifully doodled patterns on floors and walls. It is truly amazing (and also kind of trippy). I could see Johnny Depp's house looking like this.

spotted on The Jealous Curator.

Jonathan Adler Calendar

2010-10-26T06:00:00.001-05:00

One of the best (and hardest) parts of my job is designing calendars. It is so much fun to concept, but it is also difficult to consistently think of something new. I was searching some of my favorite blogs today and was surprised to see the Jonathan Adler calendar featured on Design Crush's 2011 Calendar Roundup. I worked on this last January and it is so exciting to finally see it produced.

This calendar is a lot of fun. Complete with bright and bold Jonathan Adler patterns and quirky icons. Find out the top nude beaches of the world in August, discover how to make a balloon poodle in February, or pick our your favorite mustache style in October. I will be ordering several for my friends and family. You should too!

You can buy one at here at Paper Source.

Re:Model: Bathroom Part 3

2010-10-25T06:00:00.001-05:00

Apologies for my lack of bathroom updates. I promise, we haven't been living with our bathroom in utter disarray for this long. I just haven't updated you on our progress.

What a difference tile makes. Our bathroom finally began to look like a bathroom again once the shower and floor were tiled.

For the bathroom wall tile, I wanted to go with a medium gray ceramic tile. I liked the idea of using larger tiles for the bathroom wall and going with the smaller tile for the floor. I was amazed at how hard it was to find gray tile. It took lots of searching, but I was happy with the end result. We tiled all the way up to the ceiling in our shower to give it some more height. It really helps to create the illusion of more space in our small bathroom. Although we used larger ceramic tile, we needed bullnose tile to trim around the outside and to frame the window in our shower. Thanks to our good friend Jeremiah for helping us with the shower tile! It looks amazing.

I wish I could say our floor tile was as easy as the shower, but alas I cannot. I wanted to do small hexagonal subway tile on the floor. I also thought the white tile would brighten up the space quite a bit. The look is great, but the installation is not so great. The tiles come attached in 12x12 sheets which gives you the impression that it won't be much more difficult than laying regular ceramic tile. That is not the case. Jeremy wishes I could have just picked out normal tile. The small tiles, although they are loosely attached, still shift and move on the mortar as you lay them. It is also very difficult to get the floor level with all of these smaller pieces. The other problem was all of the mortar seeping up through the gaps in the tile. We tried to clean out the excess seeping through so it wouldn't show when we grouted, but it was still problematic. We ended up changing our grout color from a dark gray to a lighter gray so that it would more closely match the mortar color and show less. In the end, it looks great (except for the problems that we notice). Jeremy did a great job with a difficult task and the overall affect is very nice. This was the one time we were thankful for our small bathroom. Thanks to our good friend Michael for helping us grout the floor!

A nice cold beer was much needed after this night.

Printer's Cabinet

2010-09-29T22:17:00.003-05:00

Must have this...

Oak Printer Cabinet & Drafting Table, St. Louis Craigslist, $450.

Rescued Letters

2010-09-22T22:00:00.003-05:00

I am constantly on the search for salvaged letters to hang on the wall in my home. They are so beautiful. How brilliant to have a whole museum full of them just for people like me? Totally brill.
Check out The Museum for Rescued Letters.

Thanks to Swissmiss for this post.

Office Color Wheel

2010-09-17T14:04:00.003-05:00

This inventive office space (DLA Piper Office) is designed by Dutch architecture firm Hofman Dujardin. If the color variation wasn't inspiring enough, they actually arranged the carpet gradient according to the amount of sunlight coming in through the windows throughout the day. The cooler tones are the areas where there is more sunlight and the darker areas appear brighter with the use of warmer tones.

www.hofmandujardin.nl
Spotted on Swissmiss