Eclipse

Image found here.

I saw the third Twilight movie tonight. It was entertaining, for sure. The movies aren't quite as good as the books, but isn't that always the case?

The jury is still out on whether or not we'll go see the fourth and final one in theaters. I don't know if we can handle that many teenage girls screaming and applauding every couple of minutes! I guess we're getting old. :)

Fourth of July Goodies

Bunting from here.

Vintage boots from here.

Cookies from here.

So, we'll be watching fireworks from our friend's roof in Brooklyn this weekend. I'm super excited about it! We went to the west side fireworks last year and it was a mob scene. Never again! The roof thing is going to be way better.

If I had a terrace and/or roof that was accessible I would want to hang this fabric bunting, wear these boots and attempt to make cookies that resembled this. Hmmm...maybe next year!

Art Walls

Images from Tumblr.

I'm really into art collage walls right now. I think these are all great examples.

And I've got some big changes happening in my life right now, so bear with me if my posts are short and sweet for a little while!! 

No Room To Spare

Image found via Tumblr.

Now, hear me out about this picture before you judge me. I think that this is a really awesome idea. Granted, this execution of the idea is dreary and dull and just not very nice. But, imagine if your powder room walls were painted a crisp white, or a bright jewel tone. Then you lined your walls with color photos and paintings in interesting frames. Now that could be cool. And in a powder room you don't have to worry about the moisture issues you have in other bathrooms. I'm filing this away in my future house file...

Catskills Cottage

Image from New York Times.

Check this article out. Sandra Foster found this old hunting cottage in the Catskills and renovated it herself into a little personal retreat. It doesn't have heating or plumbing (so, therefore, no kitchen or bathroom). She and her husband actually live in a 1970s trailor on the property. They are definitely free spirits! Be sure to read the New York Times article and see the slidshow with lots of pictures.

Fun Little Craft Project

I had a little craft hour this morning. I've been saving all of the bottle caps from the Boylan sodas I drink because I think the colors and graphics are pretty fun. So, I super-glued round magnets into the back of them. My new bottle cap magnets are going to live on the back of our ugly metal apartment door. It's where I keep all of the little reminders of things I need to do so I see them as I run out the door. Note to self: if you're working with super glue and the tube suddenly busts in your hand, don't try to clean it off with the paper towels that are sitting beside you! I'm still picking off bits of paper!

Coolest Coat Rack

Image from Headsprung.

Have you seen the Ribbon coatrack by Headsprung? I love the simple style of them. The perfect fun addition to a back hall or mudroom.

$20 Per Gallon

Image from Barnes and Noble.

I finished reading $20 Per Gallon by Christopher Steiner this week. It's an eye-opening book, to say the least! Now, I'm not saying that I've bought into this guy's whole program but he's got some valid ideas of how things may look in the future. It boils down to less SUVs, more electric cars, less jets, more electric trains, fewer far-flung suburbs and more active downtowns. Oh, and the end of Wal-Mart as we know it. Doesn't sound half bad to me!

The New Traditionalists

I attended a fun little party after work today at The New Traditionalists showroom. They have some great furniture, but the main feature that I liked most were the fun colors and interesting finishes that they offer for their furniture, like the pink strie pictured on the dresser below.

These are a couple of my favorite pieces.

Images from The New Traditionalists.

DucDuc childrens furniture is represented in the same showroom. Bright, modern furniture is their specialty. Babies who grow up in a DucDuc nursery have no choice but to grow up into stylish people! Check out their stuff here.

McAlpine Booth and Ferrier

Images from McAlpine Booth & Ferrier.

Nashville design firm McAlpine Booth and Ferrier seems to have an uterly timeless style. Their website has an extensive portfolio, and all of the projects are neutral and chic.

Play Me: I'm Yours NYC 2010

Images from Street Pianos.

Kane and I were walking back to my office today after having a nice little lunch date, when all of a sudden we walked past the little park outside of my building and saw a man playing a painted piano smack in the middle of the benches and trees. So, needless to say, as soon as I got back to my computer I looked up what on Earth was going on. Turns out there is an awesome public art installation called "Play Me: I'm Yours" that just started in NYC today!! It consists of 60 pianos set up in public spaces all over NYC. They're out from 9am-10pm everyday from now until July 5. They're there for anyone who wants to play them.

The art installation is by artist Luke Jerram, in collaboration with Sing for Hope. Read more about this really great project here. Oh, and apparently after the installation all of the pianos will be donated to schools and community centers in need of musical instruments. How cool is that?

Tom Dixon Pendants

Images from Tom Dixon.

All of these pendant lights by Tom Dixon are like fine jewelry for any room. They are so glamorous, yet understated. Kind of like hanging a gorgeous emerald or diamond around your neck to compliment your outfit.

Chic Stairwell

Image found via Chattafabulous.

This is one of the chicest stairwells I've ever seen. The combination of the beautiful stair rail and newel post, the soft neutral paint colors and the modern art prints is just perfect. I love it.

Raw Art Letterpress

Images from Etsy.

These screen prints by Raw Art Letterpress caught my attention today. They're hand printed and you can order custom prints with a phrase of your choice. Check out their workspace, too. What a creative environment!!

Hey, I Know That Guy!

Images from Apartment Therapy.

I used to work with Brian, and haven't seen him in a long time. It so great that his apartment showed up on Apartment Therapy today! I think it's just fantastic. The color-coded bookcases are my favorite design element in the loft! Check out the rest of the tour of his Financial District apartment here.