COVETTING * SUMMER SHADE

I’m headed to Savannah this weekend for a little boating and beach time. I must confess that I spend the majority of my time in the sun, but these Sombrilla’s from Hollie and Harrie have me seeking a little shade. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Hollie and Harrie ship these stylish 95% UV protection Sombrilla’s worldwide.

DIY } WASHI TAPE COASTERS

Putting more washi tape to use with a quick and colorful coaster upgrade.

What you need:

*small tiles from the hardware store
*washi tape
*cork or felt for added protection
on the back (optional)

OLAFUR ELIASSON

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Olafur Eliasson: One Way Color Tunnel made from triangular acrylic panels.
The colors and shapes in this installation are inspiring me to put pen to paper!
*If you haven’t entered the Washi Tape Giveaway, do it today! I love seeing all the ideas in the comments section and have decided to announce not one, but TWO winners tomorrow!

SPOONFUL

My new acrylic spoons arrived! They’ve brightened up my morning cup of coffee and I can’t wait to use them at the next party. I love the old-fashioned shape combined with the bright colors in acrylic.
*Acrylic flatware made in France with over 20 colors to choose from.
*Available in 4 sizes: teaspoon, demitasse spoon, serving spoon and a salad set.

SHOP: Sabre Spoons from Gracious Home


OhJoy
also collaborated with Lief on a colorful set of the teaspoons pictured above.
At $36.00 for a set of 6, I think I need them too!
You can pre-order here!

THE BRIGHT OUTDOORS


Brighten things up and get ready for summer entertaining with these colorful patio additions. I don’t need new outdoor cushions, but sure want these Marimekko for Crate and Barrel ones!

MARIMEKKO OUTDOOR PILLOW  |  WOVEN GLASSWARE SET  |  PORCELAIN HURRICANES  |  OUTDOOR RUG

Dip Dyed

I’m feeling inspired by these Dip Dyed cloths spotted on The Merriment Blog.
While this digitally printed tablecloth below takes me back to textile class experimenting with Shibori. I see a day of dyeing in the near future!

MARKET FINDS * URBANEARS

I’ve been in need of a new pair of headphones so when I came across Urbanears at NYIGF I jumped at the opportunity . I had my eye on the sage color, but it was slim pickings so I ended up with a mustard yellow pair.

They have TONS of colors to choose from, and Urbanears also has a ZoundPlug that lets a friend attach another pair of headphones directly to the underside of the right earcup. So two friends (or more) can listen to the same music from one mp3 player.

So far I’m happy with them, although I don’t recommend wearing them for long periods of time as my ears are getting a little warm. Maybe a little fashion over function, but all in all, totally worth it.