Let's get some color into our lives with prints by Rosenburg Cph. The bed linens above are for adults! I can never find the sheets I want it big kid sizes. (greg, now we don't have switch to twins like I suggested?) Below are more colorful sheets, pillows, bags, and tablecloths all in happy Spring colors.
One last post for the day. Fall in love with these embroidered pieces by Charlene Mullen. Check out her site for more inspiration.
(via the red thread)
A set of colorful new punk pillows from designer Lina Runnell to add to my pillow loving obsession. Made by hand in California, $154 each, beklina.com.
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I've told you about my love for Ruth Cross's hand knits before. But now that I have mastered knitting a scarf I really want make the plunge and move onto pillows! Could a completely hand knit pillow be any more luxurious? Sounds like heaven to me. First, I need to find some yummy natural colored yarn...
A little pillow love for a rainy cold morning. I love these colors. These suzani pillows would be beautiful in my new living room. The print is vibrant but has a style that is more on the traditional side. A total steal for $39 each. Buy now: uzbek-craft.com.
Grace over at d*s was sweet enough to link to me in her ikat trend round-up. I like everyone else fell under the ikat voodoo. I've bought a few pieces of fabric that I was "going" to make into pillows. I love the trend but I did kinda outgrow it. I use to want to cover every surface in ikat. Check out some of my favorite Ikat resources that are still available online below.
Ikat Fabric
Affordable Ikat Pillows
Ikat Pillow at Conran
Pottery Barn Ikat Pillow, super cheap!
Madeline Weinrib Sample Sale Rug
Today's gift guide incorporates one of my favorite themes: marine life. I can't get enough of seeing whales, octopus, and fish on t-shirts, pillows, art, and jewelry. Above and below are just a few of my favorites. For more holiday gift ideas click here.
Clockwise from top left: Baby Long Sleeve Tee $24, Magnetic Wood Tongs $40, Spouting Whale Tray $92, Wicked Octopus print $45, Whale Butter Dish $68, Suddenly, it's Real Whale Chalkboard $44, Lobster Pillow $100, Dolphin Studio Calender $98, Herring Factory Mat $12.50, The Whale and the Halibut cards $15.
p.s. I added a few new pieces I found over the weekend.
Bungalow 360, Whale Tote, $26, kitty-pants.com.
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In no way are these pillows budget-friendly. Prices start at $299 each. The colors and textures are totally beautiful. My favorite is the pillow above. Great inspiration to steal for our own diy projects! Maybe a quilt? I've always wanted to make a quilt. Maybe this is my chance? Check out more: thisisauto.com.
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A little midday pillow love...John Robshaw one of my favorite textile brands just added a few new pillows to there fall 2008 collection. Check them out now: johnrobshaw.com.
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I headed to Ikea this afternoon to scope out some ideas for my holiday $1 gift guide for domino. Honestly, I didn't find that much. Most things I liked were just above a $1 which doesn't work for the story. I did spot these very Swedish looking pillows. The reds and blues feel super cozy but light enough to work in warmer climates. I'm usually a sucker for new pillow covers but this time I held back. I am eyeing those hand knit pillow covers by Ruth Cross, even though they are quite pricey and totally out of my budget. Check out more reasonably priced decor to fit anyone's budget at ikea.com.
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It's that time of the year when the sun goes down early and 7pm feels like midnight. There is nothing wrong with going to bed at 9pm, right? Staying inside more makes me yearn for homemade crafts and food. These super cute and cuddly pieces from UK designer Ruth Cross feel right at home in the season. All the pieces are handknit in her UK studio using top quality organic ethical wool and cotton. The cosies are out of this world cute. Great gifts for the holidays. Prices start at about $20. Check out more: ruthcross.com.
One last post for the day because I have to run to the paint store! As you may know I'm a huge fan of stripe anything especially stripes that feel vintage and nautical. I found this ebay store that uses recycled ticking fabric from the 1920's to make pillows and other home accessories. All the pieces are old which naturally give them a worn lived in feel. Below are a few examples of the pillows.
Euro Linens also sells European floral duvet covers circa 1940's-60's (above) for just $40. FYI European duvets are not as large as standard American duvet covers. The retailer suggest using them for feather beds covers or other sewing projects. Maybe sweet pillow cases? Check out more: stores.ebay.com/Euro-Linens.
I had to share these super sweet pillows that match the "noughts and kisses" blanket I found yesterday. The print is just perfectly lovely and feminine. Do I need them too? Prices range from about $100-$160. Maybe they are to expensive? That damn exchange rate...gets me every time! I'm also kinda digging the muted palette in the plaid blankets below. The printed 100% wool blanket is exclusive to Johnstons. Check out more: johnstonscashmere.com.
O.k. I know I already showed my love for new favorite site, Toast. But I had to share these super adorable pillows! The print is so cute but not too cute. They feel vintage and pure English. Even better? The fabric has accents of my new favorite shade of green! Maybe they are perfect for my hated brown couch? To purchase visit: toast.co.uk.
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Super adorable and kid-friendly pillows from Olive. Totally cute and perfect for a little girl's bedroom. I love that you have the option of adding a personalized last name to the door on the some of the pillows. Great little Christmas gift. Check out more: etsy.com.
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I stopped into West Elm on 18th street and the store look as if it was staged for a hot chocolate movie marathon. All the new pieces were earthy, soft, and cuddly. The store felt very Americana alla Thomas O'Brien. I love the soft wool pillows and cable sweater pillows. Prices range from $39-$59 per pillow cover, insert is separate.
I have a tear out from an old book from about eight years ago has a pattern for making pillows from sweaters found at the the Salvation Army. Maybe I should get to that project? Check out more cozy knits: westelm.com.
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I feel in love with this Missoni pillow last year. I saw it in a number of UK home magazines but I couldn't find anyone that carried it stateside. My luck has suddenly changed: Auto in New York now carries the dots cushion! Auto has a huge collection of Missoni textiles including pillows, poufs, and bedding. Everything is available for purchase online: thisisauto.com.
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I'm in love with these Indian style fabrics from Les Indiennes. Exactly the kind of prints that make me fall into a hoarding crazy fool. I'm going to be good and file this source away. I will definitely check it out again when I am working on a bedroom or living room project. You can purchase pillows, bedding, table clothes, and fabric by the bolt straight from their website. Prices range from $66-$550. Check out more: lesindiennesshop.com.
I was telling at friend yesterday how I become so into sealife pillows and prints. She showed me this awesome Octopus pillow by Dermond Peterson. I saw the pillow a few months ago and I couldn't for the life of me remember who made it. Love! I am really in love with Dermond Peterson's entire collection of Seaside motifs that include pillows, napkins, runners, and kitchen towels. Check out more: dermondpeterson.com.
The long Memorial day weekend is winding down. Here on the east coast we had beyond exceptional weather. I spent a lot of time outdoors enjoying all the great weather. This weekend was definitely the best for chilling in the back yard and inviting friends over for a backyard barbecue get together. I was cruising the web tonight and I found these great affordable outdoor pieces available at West Elm. All of the accessories invite the party outdoors in casual easy to clean textiles and fun summery colors. Check out more: westelm.com.
I'm a big fan of ikat pillows but I'm not such a fan of the high prices many retailers charge to your hands on the real thing. The silk textile is handmade and imported from Uzbekistan. Ikats are made on large looms but typically are only 16-18 inches wide. Many US retailers piece together the ikat to create a larger width desirable for home accessories. The process is costly and labor intensive.
I've decided to take a stab at making my own. I found three shops online that sell silk ikats. I never ordered from any of these retailers so I can't really back their integrity. I ordered a few pieces from each one and I should receive the textiles in a few weeks. I'll let you all know how it goes and what I think.
Three shops I choose:
stores.ebay.com/AntiquarianTextiles
www.uzbek-craft.com
www.uzbekalive.com
Are you wondering how your going to burn through all that dough from Bush? How about on these awesome new Uzbek pillows from John Robshaw? A total splurge at $364 each! Come on your worth it. Think of this as your way of doing good for our economy by spending that check on pointless lavish accessories. Hmm what will I buy?
Buy now: thisisauto.com.
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This just in...the first ever Madeline Weinrib sample sale! I almost resisted posting this announcement...what if everyone gets there before me! I guess I can share. Details below.
Madeline Weinrib Sample Sale
40-60% off Carpets, Pillows & Accessories
May 2 - May 11 FRI 10-8, SAT 10-7, SUN 11-6:30
ABC Carpet & Home, 881 Broadway, Lower Level
Update: See what I bought here.
Looks like John Robshaw is geering up to release his new Spring 2008 collection. On his website you can get a sneak peek with a new online catalog. The collection has more reds and blues then we have seen before. I am loving the layered prints in a variety of red shades in the bed above. To check out the new catalog filled with Robshaw ethnic textile porn (truly it is): johnrobshaw.com.
I found these super sweet pillows on the etsy shop enhabiten yesterday. Enhabiten sells a variety of wares all depicating country/traditional fabrics. I am totally into the handmade pillows that feature a great batik, bird prints, and a simple blue/red paisley. I imagine them in a child's room or in laid back cottage. Prices range from $20_$23 for a individual pillow. Check out more: etsy.com.
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Let's start Tuesday with a little pillow love. I get a lot of requests for ethnic pillows. They can be hard to find without a hefty price tag. How about these textiles from Mexico made into pillow covers? The colors are total fun and the patterning has a great intricate repeat. Each 16x16 pillow cover (purchase cushion separately) for just $55. A total deal. To see more visit: