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Lattice MirrorLattice Mirror

I've been contemplating a DIY version of the mirrors in this bedroom:via my favorite and my bestMaybe using a painted radiator cover layered over mirror? Garden trellis?Then I spied this beauty in the mirror section of Home Goods, for $99:I'm imagining a pair of these mirrors, flanking a bed, above …

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29Jan2010

Reader Request: Ikat Fabric for DrapesReader Request: Ikat Fabric for Drapes

LGN reader Meghan is decorating her toddler son's room and has fallen in love with these ikat drapes available at Horchow for $250 a panel. Yipes!She would love help finding the same panels for a (much) lower price, or some similar fabric with which to make her own curtains. Meghan's especially fon…

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28Jan2010

Tufting On the ArmsTufting On the Arms

I saw this chair at CC today, with fabulous tufting on the back and the arms...And I quickly thought of these chairs, which are, incidentally, never that far out of my mind.{How could I ever forget a pink velvet like that?}I'd love to dedicate some time today to finding an inexpensive version of thi…

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27Jan2010

Temporary Wallpaper AlternativeTemporary Wallpaper Alternative

Love the look of wallpaper but can't take the plunge because you live in fear of your landlord dropping by?Renters unite!!In December, Amy posted this image from Southern Living. I fell in love with the large scale harlequin patterned wallpaper. The wheels started to turn and I began formulating a p…

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26Jan2010

Paperwink Give Away WinnerPaperwink Give Away Winner

WOW! Thank you for all the comments on the Paperwink give away post!The winner, chosen from Random. org, is Lizzy! Email me to order your stamp, Lizzy.And for all the rest of us who didn't win, we can enter "little green" for 10% off orders (not including shipping) through the end of the month.Thank…

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25Jan2010

Brooklyn's Looking Good...Brooklyn's Looking Good...

Two major points for the "Brooklyn Brownstone with a Yard" option:Cookie via Say YES! to Hoboken{Bonus idea: year-round twinkle lights. Yes.}image by Anitta Behrendt via Desire to InspireIf we have any sort of outdoor space in New York, you can bet I'll put my new power tools to use building one of …

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25Jan2010

GIVE AWAY: Paperwink Personalized StampGIVE AWAY: Paperwink Personalized Stamp

Happy Friday! Let's celebrate the weekend with a fun give away from Paperwink.Don't you just love getting and sending letters? One lucky commenter will win a personalized address stamp from Paperwink that will make it even more exciting to drop that thank you note in the mail!The stamps have an old-…

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22Jan2010

At a HomeGoods Near You...At a HomeGoods Near You...

One of my favorite home accessories, GIANT dolphin statues:Can you believe they're on clearance? Only $175! For life size fiberglass mammals!!And in the 'not ridiculous' category, these large white ginger jars are only $16.99. Talk about the perfect accessory. A little bit of Hollywood regency/chino…

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21Jan2010

10 Favorite Overstock Rugs10 Favorite Overstock Rugs

A few days ago Jaime asked me and a couple of fab bloggers to participate in one of her posts on the best offerings of Overstock.com. I was happy to oblige! I'm crazy about all the awesome rugs available right now.1 - Yellow Wool, 9x13, $4372 - Blue Medallion, 8x10, $3203 - Oriental, 3x5, $924 - Ch…

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20Jan2010

Steven Gambrel. The man, the myth, the legend.Steven Gambrel. The man, the myth, the legend.

It's sort of weird how many times I'll see a picture on a blog or in a magazine and say to myself "Dang. That is a good looking room. Who designed it? Oh, of course. Steven Gambrel."The man is so crazy talented. Take a load off and dedicate an hour to perusing his portfolio. You won't be sorry.…

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19Jan2010
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