The Spice of Life

We have yet to move into our new house, even though we moved out of the old one.  I am extremely frustrated.  Let's just leave it at that. 

Anyways...  

Next month an exciting journey awaits; Istanbul followed by the Maldives. Touring the historic Turkish city is certain to uncover a few CDJ's.  A rug and spices/spice jars top the must find list.  The requirements for the rug: authentic, hand made in Turkey, lavender, gray or pale blue.  As far as spices go, Istanbul will not disappoint.  However, I hope to find a unique set of spice jars or spice rack to display in my kitchen.  

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Cheers!

Elizabeth

“Variety's the very spice of life, that gives it all it's flavour.” 
~William Cowper

Going Green

Yesterday I declared my Irish pride and promised a collection of green items for the home. One mustn't have relatives from the Emerald Isle or be a card-carrying Rainbow Warrior to incorporate a touch o' green at home.  Go bold by hanging grasscloth wallpaper or dip your toe in the green pool by adding a pop o' color in the kitchen.  Either way you are sure to be lucky!

Art, Agate Plate, Clover Lamp, Espresso Maker, Glasses, Dragon, Ikat Pillows, Butterfly, Salt & Pepper, Mirror, Table, Sconce, Candle, Lamp, 

Pillow, Rug, Rug, Wallpaper, Atlas Pillow, Table Setting, Birdcage Chair

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"May your home always be too small to hold your friends." –Irish toast 

Candelabra Twig Table

Thanks to Copy Cat Chic for sharing my Candelabra Twig Table find with your readers!

Cheers!

Elizabeth

P.S. If you are not reading Copy Cat Chic you are missing out on tons of fabulous, inexpensive finds.  

The Summer We Read Gatsby

While in Mexico I breezed through a charming novel entitled The Summer We Read Gatsby, by Danielle Ganek.  If you're like me, a fool for anything Gatsby, add this to your reading list.

In a pursuit to uphold the saying, "a picture is worth a thousand words," here is my attempt of a pictorial summary.

Sources:
Society Social "The Madison Mixer" Bar Cart
"The Four Seasons Book of Cocktails"
Jackson Pollock Book
Hat
Cocktail Cigarettes
House of Harlow Sunglasses  
Polka Dot Glasses 
Set of 8 Red Glasses with Carrier 
Pink Stripe Bikini 
Throw Blanket 
Zebra Printed Towel and Leather Holster 
DVF Ping-Pong Set
Ring
Gem Coaster Set
Green Glass Goblet 
Printed Kaftan Gown
YSL Red High-Waist Bikini  
Ruched Mesh Swimsuit 
Striped Wedge
Lilly Pulitzer Gold Wedge 
Halston Halter Dress
Karl Lagerfeld Black Fan Purse
Straw Fan
Gold and Tourmaline Ring

Rainbow Backgammon Set

The Hungover Cookbook

Cheers!
Elizabeth

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." ~ Marilyn Monroe 

Casual Friday: Furbish Finds

For those of you who have not had a chance to visit the online store Furbish Studio you are in for a treat!  If you are in the Raleigh, NC area you can check out the shop in person.  I am head down to North Carolina in a few weeks and trying to figure out how I can fit this into the travel itinerary.  

Covet du Jour: Furbish Studio.  Here are some of my favorite items the boutique is currently offering

1. Love the Spotted Turquoise Tray, which is offered in 4 different colors.  I have one in black.  Great on any entry table to hold keys, glasses, etc.  
2. The owl pitcher is offered in two different sizes.  The small one in my kitchen usually functions as a bottle brush holder, but if the mood strikes me, I fill it with some pretty blooms.
3. The Navy Geometric Lamp is adorable!  My mom has it in one of her guest rooms.  It's a great value at just $85.
4. I do not have the pink starfish bangle, but it would make a great addition to my summer wardrobe! 
5. The black and white Birdcage Pillow is a perfect way to add a contemporary twist to any space.
6. Who doesn't need a little Chiang Mai (tray) in their life? 
7. The Teal Scales Linen Pillow is offered in two additional colors.  Decisions, Decisions...
8. The Orange Chevron Frame could add a pop of color to your home.
9. I am contemplating replacing a brand new lamp in my family room with the Black Viceroy Lamp, but my husband may kill me...
10. The Speckled Rockfish Pillow is darling.
11. The delicate Pink Lotus votive would be a nice addition to a bookshelf, side table or porch.
12. Can we discuss the trim on the Vintage Camelback Sofa...
13. You may find the blue and white Geo Nesting Bowls on my desk or a side table, holding odds and ends.  
14. Love the Apple Green Gourd Vase.  I have one in white and it's perfect for a single bloom, such as a peony in the springtime.  
15. Yellow makes me smile and so does the fringe on the St. Thomas Yellow Pillow.
16. Navy and pink and Greek key oh my!  What's not love about about this bolster pillow!
17. A set of the Spot Coasters would make a delicious hostess gift.  

I have a baby shower this weekend for my dear friend Betsy.  We don't know if she's having a boy or girl, but I have a feeling he/she will be a rock star like big-sister-to-be baby Elle.

Happy Weekend!

Cheers!

Elizabeth

PS -  Many thanks to MMC, my personal artist, for putting together the Furbish collage!  

"I'd rather regret the things I've done than regret the things I haven't done."  - Lucille Ball