Thursday, December 9, 2010

catch up

I am playing catch up today with all my favorite blogs...feel like I haven't got to read all the ones in my Google reader in forever!!

Here's some lovely winter scenes to enjoy!

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

christmas wish list

I thought I would share my Christmas wish list with you guys...it's not that exciting but I have been dying for some of these things for awhile!!

1) Starbucks is a no-fail gift for me, any occasion, any time! I am always in need of Starbucks so it's always a nice little surprise when I find a gift card stuck in my wallet!

2) Design Books-  I have been wanting the Domino book forever so I decided it deserved a place on my wish list.  I love Suzanne Kasler's work and would love to have one of her books to look at for inspiration!

3) Penguin Classics- Who doesn't want these?

4) Desk Calendar- I saw this little calendar from Dabny Lee on the blog, Honey We're Home, and I put it on my wish list immediately!

5) Ray Ban Aviators- A classic!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

winter retreat

I couldn't believe it when I saw this...my mountain retreat is in Elle Decor this month! It is my little getaway when I want a break from the warmer temps in Florida. It's my little rustic winter retreat...ok, you all know it's not really mine but oh, I wish it was!!








Monday, December 6, 2010

monday musing


Friday, December 3, 2010

favorite find of the week 12.3

I came across Burlap Home on my side bar of my Facebook page earlier this week, I saw it off on the side and the picture piqued my interest. I have to thank Facebook for this find...this furniture company has some beautiful pieces! I will admit, it is out of my price range but I wouldn't hesitate to suggest it to the right client.  They have a lot of worn and reclaimed furniture (which always sings to me) and beautiful upholstery pieces.

A side note...when I was browsing the website, I found out they are located in Orlando! A short drive away...I smell a road trip coming on!!







Thursday, December 2, 2010

loving this home!

I was perusing the Martha Stewart Living website last night and I stumbled upon this wonderful home.  It is the home of Lisa Wagner, one of Martha Stewart's TV producers. So, since she works for Martha, you know she has great taste and style!

Her home has many wonderfully eclectic touches and I love the mix of furnishings and finishes...it all comes together so well. You can tell this home is "lived in" and is a haven for this busy family.






Wednesday, December 1, 2010

home update

It's been awhile since I have talked about our new home and I thought I would give an update on process so far!

We have decided to wait and put our home on the market after the holidays. We thought it would just add a whole new level of stress.  My husband and I have met with 4 builders and I think we are close to making a decision on the builder. We actually really like the builders we have met which makes the decision even more difficult. I leave each meeting with my mind going a billion different directions! Everyone offers different things as standards and upgrades, they all have different pricing structures. Our budget is our budget and we want to be very mindful of that and not go over too much. So, there are decisions on what upgrades are necessities and what can be done later.

It is all starting to finally hit that we could be moving soon. I was unpacking the Christmas decorations the other day and it made me a little sad to know this is the last Christmas (most likely) we will be spending in our house. Our house has so many memories, especially with my daughter. It will be bittersweet when we sell!

So, there's my update! Here's a little winter eye candy...makes me long for a long, snowy day where there is nothing else to do but lounge in front of the fireplace (I know, not going to happen in Florida!!)...