I am a Woody Allen fan. So, when Amazon announced a new ‘series’, Crisis in Six Scenes, I knew that inevitably I would watch. The story takes place in the 60’s. Thus the interiors/sets are a wonderful mix of traditional furnishings with a mix of mid-century modern. The kitchen and dining areas in particular were put together with […]
Upcycled Homewares of Yvonne Ellen
I am leaving you for the weekend with a look at the upcycled homewares of Yvonne Ellen. This UK based creative, takes the loveliest of vintage tableware pieces and transforms them with illustrations. The plate pairs featuring animals are quite unique. The collection also features teacups, tea pots and tea towels(hmm, I’m sensing a theme somewhere […]
@ home in south london
When the current owners bought this home, it hadn’t received much TLC by way of design in over 30 years. They stripped all sorts of layers from top to bottom (wallpapered ceilings, anyone?) and saved period details wherever possible. They then added personal touches in every room, in an attempt to achieve a “modern tropical” […]
Estate Sale Finds
Three cheers for Friday! I’m heading into the weekend with a recap from a couple of weekends ago. I hit up my first estate sale with Nina of No.40 and I have to say, it was a success. Here’s what I nabbed… 1. My next upholstery project I am very excited about this chair. The […]
The Parlor Shoppes
metal antique cookie tin made in germany | the vintage parlor $20 I recently came across a trio of online shops. The first, The Vintage Parlor, carries antique and vintage items for the home. Next, The Parlor Apothecary, carries beautiful Victorian styled items like lip balm lockets and lingerie mist. Finally, The Vintage Parlor […]