0 gabriella sarlo in house beautiful

This spread featuring the home of Gabriella Sarlo designed by Stephen Shubel took my breath away! I love all the layers of color and pattern. They did an awesome job customizing catalog buys and mixing in vintage one-of-a-kind pieces to create a fun & sophisticated look.


For example, that green stripe chair is a Ballard Design piece that they reupholstered only partially.




I seriously want to live in this bedroom.


And I would spend hours and hours reading here!


Who is Ms. Sarlo? Well she's a curator of fabulous vintage finds. No wonder her home is so adorable. Find out more about her here.

0 monday motivation

How is it June 10th already? We're halfway through 2013 and this year has been nothing but surpise after surprise for me. So much so, that I've had to really evaluate what I choose to keep in my life in order to make room for the new. One lesson that I've learned over and over again is to give only major things major time. In the past I have spent too much time & energy on people or things that really don't add value to my life. Sometimes it's hard to recognize that fact, but in the end, focusing my energy on what matters to me the most always yields the best results for me & those around me.

This week let's remember not to give minor things major time!

0 for the love of books: twigg's bindery

I believe books give soul to a home. In a time where digital is King, I still covet the swoosh of pages & leather bound beauties.


How gorgeous does this room look with colorful books as accents?




Twigg's Bindery seeks to continue the tradition of leather bound books with quality craftsmanship.


Based out of Brooklyn, each book is hand crafted by artist Jonna Twigg.


Purchasing one is adding a collectible work of art to your collection that will last for generations to come.

Order some for your home here!

0 monday motivation

I have a notebook that I write in. It could be called a journal, but I just call it a notebook. It's filled with thoughts and plans and notes. Sometimes I browse through it and wonder how I forgot some of the ideas and dreams I wrote down! Do you ever have moments where you remember and old idea of yours and become passionate about it again? Don't quit day dreaming! They don't expire, and you can always pick up where you left off.

Have a great Monday!