Vendor Spotlight: Coral and Tusk

I just finished my latest sit down with Martha Stewart's Living Magazine.

I read it hoping I will become more domesticated, but usually just ooh and ahh over the crazy in depth recipes.  

However, this past issue showcased the works behind the NY shop Coral and Tusk.  Founder Stephanie Housley works as a textile designer and started her own shop five years ago.  

You have to check out her site.  

The embroidery is whimsical and fun with just the right amount of imperfection.

I could easily see some of these pieces in a little children's room or better yet....mine!

Pillow Perfection

HAPPY FRIDAY!!

What makes me happier than the best day of the week?? 

Pillows!

I scored some awesome pillows at lunch and now I have them on the brain.  

They can easily update a room without breaking the bank and they are perfect for an indecisive girl like me.  Since I can't afford to switch out big pieces of furniture, switching out pillows is my go-to. 

These make the top of my list...

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Holiday Recap

Happy 2013!! 

Since I've been away from the computer the past few weeks I thought I'd give you a quick peek of what I've been up to:

  

Spent the last few days of 2012 in the desert....

Hung out with these fools...

Rang in the new year...

This Year's Wishlist

The holidays are all about giving.  

BUT if I were on the receiving end....

Eye Candy

I'm always kicking myself for not being able to post as regularly as I want (sigh). 

But the truth is I work full time and I have no energy when I get home

& with the holidays around the corner it's not getting any easier!!

So in an effort to give you something....

Here's a look at where I've been and what I've been up to - through the lens of my iphone.

 

Pantone Color of the Year 2013

Drum roll please.......

And the Pantone Color of the Year 2013 is.......

EMERALD!

I know. I know. You can hardly contain your excitement. 

Here it is in action:

 

Catalog Christmas

It's officially Christmas time when your mailbox is flooded with holiday themed catalogs!

Even though their excessive - I absolutely love looking through them and seeing their version of the perfectly styled home.  

So how do they create the must have tree? 

Here's just a few...