Shopping | New Goodies!

We got some new goodies up on the site today!

Here are just a few of my favorites!

Pins Side Table

Clamp Stool

Hourglass Stool

Denton Side Table

Vintage Locker Side Table

What furniture pieces have you been looking for?  Stay tuned as we add more good stuff!

Shopping | Portland's Best Kept Cabinet Secret

Our galley kitchen is lacking in storage.  Our stove stands alone, there's no place to put a hot pot.  Wah, wah, wah.

I mean, our kitchen has some other issues too.  Faux brick, wallpaper, highly textured walls, tile counters, dated appliances... I could go on, but it's easier to fix one thing at a time.  Or for me, two things at a time considering I am still working on our floors.

I digress.

I've been looking for inexpensive cabinet solutions to install on either side of our stove.

I've been to the ReBuilding Center and was initially excited by all of the cabinet options (its a fun place to explore if nothing else).  But most seemed old, and many were damaged.

Ikea is also great, but we decided to refinish our existing cabinets.

Enter DIY Cabinet Warehouse.  And cue the "ahhhhhhhhhh" music.  DIY Cabinet Warehouse is owned by MasterBrand Cabinets and is a catch all for factory over-runs, miss-ordered product, cancelled orders, and factory returns.

In other words, its an affordable cabinet mecca.

Found a base cabinet for the side of the stove for $25.  Yes, $25.

What's your favorite discount cabinet/building supply source?

Shopping | Agate Platters

Photo Source: LEIF

I've been planning my Thanksgiving menu.  Well, sort of planning.  I've been looking at recipes and table decor ideas.  It feels like Fall here, and I'm so excited to spend the holiday in our first home with family! 

I want to do an unexpected tablescape.  No turkey decor here.  I stubled upon these agate platters courtesy of Leif and am in love.  Can't you just picture them paired with white linens and funky, painted pumpkins?  Oh, and candles.  Candles are a must.

Shopping | One Kings Lane

What are you up to this weekend?

Up for a little shopping?  Check out One Kings Lane for some fun sales, starting today!  Lucky you.  You don't even have to leave the sofa!


Tailgating Essentials at One Kings Lane until 9/9!
Hut, hut, hike! Football season is upon us, and it's time for the best part of Sunday game day: tailgating. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just a devoted eater, these tailgating essentials will make you the talk of the parking lot.


Shining Achievements Jewlery at One Kings Lane until 9/9
Iconic designer Tony Duquette is best known for his over-the-top theatrical sets, the grand fetes he staged, and for decorating jaw-dropping rooms. But he also created showstopping jewelry. Made from his signature sultry malachite, succulent gemstones, coral-hued resin, and slices of mother-of-pearl in gilded settings, his work is pure beauty at its most eccentric. One Kings Lane is honored to offer pieces straight from his vault, a treasure trove of jewels that will transport you to his unique fantasy world.


Melissa and Doug at One Kings Lane until 9/10!
A trusted name in child's play, Melissa & Doug is synonymous with thoughtful, interactive, high-quality toys, beloved by parents and kids alike. This selection includes a wide range for toddlers and older kids, from colorful pull-alongs to crafts and puzzles, all made to keep little hands busy and brains engaged.    

Shopping | Unexpected Places

We've all flown.  Bored and anxious (if you are like me), there's a chance you may have even picked up the Sky Mall catalog for a quick laugh.  I mean, they carry man spanx.

You may have also been up late and watched the HSN.  Maybe you've even called Cleo.  No judgements.

Well, that brings me to this post.  It's easy enough to find inexpensive solutions at Target and Ikea, but lets shop the unexpected shall we? 

Photo Source: HSN.com

Genuine Agate Coasters
Gorgeous, right?  Perfect for an eclectic living room or dressed up nightstand.

Photo Source: HSN.com

Bench-Top Parts Rack with 15 Bins
I want these for my tool room or my sewing station!  Or maybe both.

Photo Source: Sky Mall

 
Brick Hangers - Set of 4
Kind of perfect for hanging pictures on brick, right?

Photo Source: Sky Mall

Wrought Iron Wood Hoop
I like the contemporary look of this wood holder.  Usually they're so chunky and traditional looking.

Photo Source: Home Decorators Collection

Meloni Armchair
Okay, so maybe Home Decorators Collection is more expected, but this chair is a great price and a good fit for either traditional or transitional rooms.

Photo Source: Spoonflower

Spiraling Spirals Wallcovering
Love this graphic wallcovering.  Spoonflower has fabrics and wallcoverings for great prices, and bonus point, you can make your own.

Where do you shop that's unexpected?  Care to share? 

Shopping | New Rugs

Full disclosure: these are Urban Perch rugs.

That being said, I love, love, love them and wanted to share!  I was so excited when we started working with Jaipur Rugs.  So.  Excited.

See below for some info on just a few of my absolute favorites!

Anatolia Rug, Tabasco: Traditional kilims are given a modern twist with these bright fun flatweaves. Hand woven in 100% wools these rugs are reversible and durable.

Anatolia Rug, Brick & Blue

Andes Rug, Putty: This collection is hand-woven with jute and recycled Chindi cotton fabric, which adds color and a soft feel.  Both eco friendly and durable.  

Andes Rug, Miami Green

City A Maze Zing Rug, Capri: Over scaled sharp geometrics characterize this striking contemporary range of hand tufted rugs. The high/low construction in wool and art silk creates texture and surface interest and gives a look of matt and shine.

City Regency Rug, Liquorice

City Keyed Up Rug, Dark Ivory

What are you favorites?  Did you see all our new rugs?

Stay tuned for more product to come!

Shopping | Etsy Favorite Finds

I love Etsy.  I mean, where else can you buy a grass prop blanket for your next baby photo shoot?

Sidenote: I'm sarcastic.

See below for some of my favorite Etsy finds (seriously).

Sukan Ikat Pillow Cover

Silver Ombre Glassses

Drill Pillow

Turquoise Beaded Urchin Chandelier

Brass Hanging Planter

Hand-painted Black and White Plate

Dessert Art Print Poster

Vintage Arrow Collection

Gold Zag Tray

French Calves Photography Print

What are some of your favorite Etsy shops?

Shopping | White Side Tables

A lot of clients have been on the hunt for white side tables, so I thought I'd share some findings with you all!

See below for a list of some of my favorite white side tables.  All budgets welcome!

Accent Table with Drawer from Target, $45 (on clearance, so get it while it's hot)

Liatorp Side Table from Ikea, $129

Jeffan Juliette Coco End Table from Wayfair, $199.64

Sparrow Nightstand in White from Amazon, $400

Channing End Table from Jonathan Adler, $795

Mia Side Table from Made Goods, (contact Urban Perch for ordering information)

Shopping | Best of Baby

As I get started on another nursery e-design project, I'm finding more and more inspirational sites and e-commerce sites dedicated to all things baby.

See below for a list of just some of my favorites.  Inspiration free of charge!

Lay Baby Lay: Fresh takes on nursery "themes" like this Camping concept board.  Love the mix and matching of vintage furniture with newer finds.  You can find some of her darling prints here.

Pkolino's Safari Collection is one of my favorites.  Their furniture is creative and whimsical, and well made.  And (icing on the cake), one of the founders is a Babson MBA grad.

 Abe's Market is good for all things eco-friendly, particularly their baby and kids products.  I'm particularly fond of Sprout's City Print Cardboard Cubby Bins.  A fun storage solution that kids could definitely grow into.

Design Mom is pure inspiration.  Designer, mother of six, and currently living in the French countryside.

Target's Little Castle Charleston Swivel Glider (lets work on a shorter name) is available here.  Good reviews and reasonably priced at $450 makes this a nursery must have.

 























Also fun is the Nurseryworks Empire Rocker from New Arrivals Inc.

And last, but not least, is Urban Perch's very own Lilypad mirror.  Too cute.

Where are you favorite places to shop for baby?