Monday, July 13, 2009

no. 150

i'm thinking about taking up quilting. i'd like to try something like this to start. you know what i am thinking--it looks easy, but it's most likely not. so cute though. these images are from this amazing woman and the quilt is available for sale here.

happy monday, all. oh, and this is my 150th post. is that a milestone?

xoxo,
m

Thursday, July 9, 2009

7131 mezzanine way, long beach, california

Loyal readers know that my style is pretty classic, even traditional at times. Because I am a Gemini I like to think of myself as eclectic--a lover of good design but open-minded to all periods and styles and not at all predictable. Today, something a little different--an authentic, mid-century rancho designed by architect Cliff May.

I must live in one of these homes before I die. What great bones. You have to look past the somewhat dull furnishings (a least there are no Chippendale armoirs or, egads, country motif wallpaper border which, I kid you not, I have seen in houses of this style and era...a travesty) and take in the amazing layout and architecture. I just wish the posted photos showed the fireplace.

Man, I could do so much with this place...

See complete listing here.

so, so sad


Read about Smith & Hawken's closure here.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

pastrami, swiss, and sweet onion marmalade

Sunset Magazine

Made this last night. Loved it. Had it again for lunch. Think it would be perfect for a cold, fall or winter evening. Get the recipe here.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

love me some hamptons | gorgeous remodel







From Elle Decor. Be sure to check out the before pictures! Amazing.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

i can't stand...

...how much i love this green fridge (and this fun story that goes with it. thanks, decorno!)


and this bedroom (from here).

summer 2009

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