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Black Ink Boston

Nina — Thu, 13 May 2010 14:41:11 +0000

Situated in the quaint Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts lives an amazing accessories store called Black Ink. We love home accessories, and when we came across this gem we could not pass it up! Black Ink was founded in 1994 in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston. Since then they have opened a second store, which is the one we spotted, in Cambridge and the Museum of Useful Things, which besides offering well designed utilitarian house wares and necessities, displays an array of vintage items. The stores carry everything from kitchen accessories and office trinkets to art books and bath supplies. Some of our favorites include the Baby Buddha Bowl, which nestles perfectly in your hand for eating on the go or when a table-less situation may arise, the Square Saké Cups paired with the Saké Handbook, Toothpick Bird, the Archie Grand Journals to store all those contacts we come across, and the Floating Ducks (you’re never too old to have a rubber duck in the bath).

Not in the Boston area? No biggie. Check out their online shop at www.BlackInkBoston.com.

PATCH NYC

Nina — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 15:54:38 +0000

West Elm always seems to deliver nice surprises when it comes to home accessories, but this might be the best as of yet! Introducing, PATCH NYC for West Elm. The renowned duo behind PATCH NYC, an amazing home accessories design team consisting of designers John Ross and Don Carney, has collaborated with West Elm to bring us some great pieces of art.

The collection includes pillows, wall art, and ceramic plates made with the most intricate techniques. The framed wall art is created using metallic letterpress, and the pillows are foil printed onto the soft linen. As of now, the collection comprises of a few beyond amazing pieces; in the future we are hoping there will be more!

The Birds of Spring

Nina — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:36:14 +0000

Spring has sprung, and everywhere we look birds are flying and chirping their way back into our life. Not only do we see them in our outdoor environment, but some of our favorite retailers are jumping on the bird trend and pulling them out for their latest products. Check out some of our favorite bird inspired pieces, but hurry up because they might fly away!

Chinoiserie Duvet Set: This simple duvet and pillow set from Dwell Studio gives you just a taste of the bird theme with a touch of old world charm. Pair it with a bright, solid colored sheet set, and you have an eye-catching spring time bed.

Eleanor Wallpaper: Two toned and straight to the point, this graphic wallpaper from Walnut Wallpaper is great for an accent wall or to cover a powder room and create a fun, animal inspired escape.

Embroidered Bird Pillows: Add a touch of color and life to your sofa or living room chair with one of these amazing embroidered pillows from Anthropologie by the talented artist, Shelley Hesse.

Spring Sparrow Door Mat: Welcome everyone into your home with a little spring time sparrow. Priced at only $29, this is a perfect way to get into the swing of spring at any budget.

Alternative Headboards

Nina — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:22:34 +0000

A headboard is a great way to pull a bedroom together, but sometimes we just don’t have enough space, or cash, to get one of our own. Rather then living a life without a headboard to complete your sleep-scape, check out these amazing decal headboard stickers by Mina Javid available through Blik. They come in four different styles, a number of amazing colors, and are priced at $40 each. You might never purchase a real headboard ever again!

Looking for other alternatives? Check out all of the other amazing decals Blik has to offer. From lights to trees and even letters, they are a great source for removable fun!

The Luck of the Irish

Nina — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:42:07 +0000

In honor of the Irish on this lovely St. Patrick’s Day, here are a few of our favorite green inspired finds!

Dream Quilt and Sham – This amazing set from Garnet Hill is soft and lightweight. It is available in more colors other than this lovely green and is a perfect addition to your bed no matter what the holiday.

Pucker Folding Lounge Chair – This lime green folding chair from CB2 is great for the pool, beach, or patio. It’s easy to fold and store and is ideal for any size home or even beach house!

Zanetti Wallpaper – Even if you don’t have any Irish in your blood, you can still love this amazing zigzag wallpaper from Osborn and Little! Bold and graphic—and available in a number of other colors—we love it for an entryway, bathroom, or even as a great accent wall.

Fleur De Lys Glasses – Delicate, feminine, affordable, and green! These beautiful glasses from Anthropologie are $32 for a set of four and are great for serving Irish inspired cocktails. Check out the other amazing green glasses that are also available at Anthropologie!

Made to Order: Pigeon Toe Ceramics

Nina — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:29:34 +0000

Most great things don’t happen overnight, and some of our favorite finds can’t be mass produced, which is why we love Pigeon Toe Ceramics! Started in 2009 by the talented artist Lisa Jones, their philosophy is that “your purchase should be an heirloom, not a hassle, memories should be created, not collected, and stories should be handed down, not mass-produced.” Pigeon Toe Ceramics creates each product they sell, starting at the time an order is placed, and takes about two weeks to produce.

With a range of delicate ceramic products, there is something for everyone. We love their Mason Jar Pendant Lights and Pleated Pendant Light and can’t get enough of their beautiful set of Scribble Nesting Bowls that have pops of color in each bowl. Check out their online store and Etsy page to see all the other fabulous things they have to offer and to purchase your own one of a kind piece.

Boring Drawers No More

Nina — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:40:00 +0000

Have you ever thought your kitchen drawer or closet shelf could use a little more style and design!? Sure, you could line it with some average wrapping paper or a printed fabric, but it never ends up looking as fabulous as it could, right?

In the need to find something that is easy to install and looks superb we found Chic Shelf Paper, a company that “help homeowners enhance and enjoy their living environments by creating personalized and high-quality coverings for storage areas.” Order by the roll and cut it yourself, or to make it easier CSP can cut exact sizes for you! With tons of exciting patterns and colors from solids to floral and even industrial patterns you are sure to find something that fits your taste and aesthetics.

Check them out today and start adding a little excitement to every drawer and shelf in your home!

Stripes for Spring

Nina — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:58:44 +0000

Stripes remind us of spring—and even our dreams of the approaching summer! We are counting down the days until we are sitting under a stripped awning, on a stripped lawn chair, in our stripped bathing suit, and drinking some fabulous frozen drink out of a stripped straw. With stripes in our thoughts and in our dreams, we thought we’d share with you some of our favorites on this lovely Friday!

Stripe Cotton Pillows – These pillows from Be Still are great by themselves or as a pair on a couch, stool, or bed. Priced at $42, they’re a definite must!

Dash and Albert – Their collection of woven, cotton, striped rugs are some of our favorites! From black and white to lime green and brown, they have stripes for every color range and space. They even have fabulous indoor and outdoor rugs that we love for areas that get a lot of foot traffic!

PB Classic Stripe Bedding – This classic bedding reminds us of awning stripes and the freshness of warmer months. With matching sheets and shams, this bed can be an All-American classic or, for something different, throw in a bright colored sheet set. Either way you’ll have a fun, new bed that you are excited to jump into every night.

Sag Harbor Stripe Dinner Plates – Whimsical and nautical, these blue and white stripped dinner plates from Kate Spade make us want to eat every meal on something so chic.

Our New Obsession – ferm LIVING

Nina — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:06:39 +0000

Wallpaper, wall stickers, graphic pillows, oh my! Our love for everything ferm LIVING runs deep, and each time we visit their site we find a little more that we love about this company.

Not only is their wallpaper eye-catchingly beautiful with patterns like Branch, Squares, and Voila, but they also have amazing wall stickers that we can’t find anywhere else. We love their Keys, Suitcases, and Birch. The best part is you can temporarily apply them to your wall, and they make a great fit for any apartment or nonpermanent living space. Also, if you want something a little more portable, all of their graphic pillows and accessories are to die for!

Think it can’t get any better? If you ever wanted to wallpaper a space by yourself, then you must check out their amazing “How to Wallpaper Video” that breaks down the process so anyone can do it themselves!

Check out ferm LIVING today and get obsessed!

Nordic Home

Nina — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:31:37 +0000

Sagaform, one of our newest discoveries, has become a hotspot for home and kitchen accessories. This Sweden based company is one of the leading brands in Nordic design and carries products from a variety of designers. Not only do we love the simple lines and designs of the products, but we also love the prices! With products ranging from dishes and glasses to outdoor grills, you get high design with low prices starting around $6.95 for a set of 6 glasses. So what is the best spot to scoop up these delights? Check out Unica Home, Amazon, and even Target!