Lattice Mirror

I've been contemplating a DIY version of the mirrors in this bedroom:

via my favorite and my best

Maybe using a painted radiator cover layered over mirror? Garden trellis?

Then I spied this beauty in the mirror section of Home Goods, for $99:


I'm imagining a pair of these mirrors, flanking a bed, above the night stands. It looked like the mirror could be removed pretty easily from the frame, in case you felt like painting out the gold. The white in the inspiration room is so crisp and fresh!

Stay tuned for a great give away...

Reader Request: Ikat Fabric for Drapes

LGN reader Meghan is decorating her toddler son's room and has fallen in love with these ikat drapes available at Horchow for $250 a panel. Yipes!


She would love help finding the same panels for a (much) lower price, or some similar fabric with which to make her own curtains. Meghan's especially fond of the green in the fabric, which coordinates with a vintage green dresser she recently purchased for the nursery.

I think Robert Allen's Khandar has a similar feel/color scheme and I actually like this pattern more than the Horchow drapes. Available here and here.


Here's a different colorway. This one is an outdoor print, which would still work fine as drapery.


Let's help Meghan! Do you recognize this pattern?


And, on a related note, check out Janell's incredibly thorough series on sewing drapes. Her finished panels (also an ikat pattern!) look so professional. A must read if you're considering tackling your own curtain project!

Tufting On the Arms

I saw this chair at CC today, with fabulous tufting on the back and the arms...


And I quickly thought of these chairs, which are, incidentally, never that far out of my mind.

{How could I ever forget a pink velvet like that?}

I'd love to dedicate some time today to finding an inexpensive version of this lovely chair, but it's not gonna happen. Anyone else up for it? Copy Cat Chic?

Temporary Wallpaper Alternative

Love the look of wallpaper but can't take the plunge because you live in fear of your landlord dropping by?

Renters unite!!

In December, Amy posted this image from Southern Living. I fell in love with the large scale harlequin patterned wallpaper. The wheels started to turn and I began formulating a plan for "wallpapering" my entry.


Then Caitlin posted this picture of her home. She used floral tape and a little dab o' glue to "wallpaper" her entry and it encouraged me to get my rear into gear!


I placed a $20 order for four rolls of 1/2" aqua Japanese masking tape from happytape (use the code "odds10" for 10% off).


I played with the tape on the wall until I found the right proportion for the diamond and then I measured. {My diamonds are 9" wide and 16" long}


Then I made some tiny registration marks with a pencil and a ruled level.



After I put up all the tape lines, I used an Xact-o knife to clean up the edges and I was done!


I finished my entry and long hallway in less than two hours. And I think it is pretty cute.

I like how the aqua lines add some subtle color and pattern. And the great part about the Japanese masking tape is that it looks more like vellum than masking tape. It's almost transparent and creates a more understated look.

Paperwink Give Away Winner

WOW! Thank you for all the comments on the Paperwink give away post!

The winner, chosen from Random. org, is Lizzy! Email me to order your stamp, Lizzy.


And for all the rest of us who didn't win, we can enter "little green" for 10% off orders (not including shipping) through the end of the month.
Thanks, Paperwink gals!!

Brooklyn's Looking Good...

Two major points for the "Brooklyn Brownstone with a Yard" option:

Cookie via Say YES! to Hoboken

{Bonus idea: year-round twinkle lights. Yes.}

image by Anitta Behrendt via Desire to Inspire

If we have any sort of outdoor space in New York, you can bet I'll put my new power tools to use building one of these playhouses for my girls. Can you imagine decorating the inside!?!

GIVE AWAY: Paperwink Personalized Stamp

Happy Friday! Let's celebrate the weekend with a fun give away from Paperwink.


Don't you just love getting and sending letters? One lucky commenter will win a personalized address stamp from Paperwink that will make it even more exciting to drop that thank you note in the mail!

The stamps have an old-fashioned wooden handle, and many are stylized with vintage elements and a modern flair. Most are $18 each.

I think these are a great extension of your home style and make nice housewarming and hostess gifts for special friends.

Don't forget to check out the Paperwink site for other personalized stationery items, like notebooks, notecards, mailing labels, and calling cards, and invitations.

Not surprisingly, this monogram stamp would be my pick!

For a chance to win an address stamp of your choice, please leave a comment here with a creative way you plan to use your stamp.

Comments will be closed Monday, January 25 at midnight.

At a HomeGoods Near You...

One of my favorite home accessories, GIANT dolphin statues:


Can you believe they're on clearance? Only $175! For life size fiberglass mammals!!


And in the 'not ridiculous' category, these large white ginger jars are only $16.99. Talk about the perfect accessory. A little bit of Hollywood regency/chinoiserie flair, but not so in-your-face because of the white. It's hard to tell here, but these are big - about 19" tall.


I picked up a pair for a client's media console. I might have to go back and get a third because I'm diggin the way this one looks on my DR table. And, Lisa in FL, are you reading this? Put a pair of these on top of your West Elm parson bookshelves. Stat!

10 Favorite Overstock Rugs

A few days ago Jaime asked me and a couple of fab bloggers to participate in one of her posts on the best offerings of Overstock.com. I was happy to oblige! I'm crazy about all the awesome rugs available right now.

1 - Yellow Wool, 9x13, $437

2 - Blue Medallion, 8x10, $320

3 - Oriental, 3x5, $92

4 - Chains, 5x8, $130

5 - Braided Jute, 6x9, $144

6 - Greek Key, 8x11, $145

7 - NZ Wool, 8x11, $424

8 - Mongol Wool, 8x10, $340

9 - Suzani Style Wool Rug, 5x8, $136

10 - Damask, 6x9, $230

**Update: A few of you noticed that one or two of these are already sold out. That is the beauty and bummer about Overstock - you have to move FAST when you see something great, but there is always something new to love! Check out the currently available offerings HERE.

Steven Gambrel. The man, the myth, the legend.

It's sort of weird how many times I'll see a picture on a blog or in a magazine and say to myself "Dang. That is a good looking room. Who designed it? Oh, of course. Steven Gambrel."


The man is so crazy talented. Take a load off and dedicate an hour to perusing his portfolio. You won't be sorry.