I Can’t Resist… This Elkins Loop Chair

Spotted in the July/August issue of Coastal Living...Well, the space itself is hard to resist, but that 1930's Loop Chair... *sigh*.  This one was procured from Darrell Dean Antiques.  They pop up on 1stdibs occasionally, too, but get your checkbook ready.Then I spotted these in the same issue...Variations on a theme, no?  These lovelies are in the Pacific Palisades home of Steve McPherson and Jennifer LaCorte, decorated by the one … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… Rustic Meets Refined Living Room

I'm back from a long weekend in Pensacola where we fished, boated, tubed (yikes), and took in the Blue Angels show from the water.  A wonderful, relaxing time!!  I loaded up on some shelter mags to read in the car on the way down and I came across this image in July's Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles magazine.This is the living room of the 2010 Cashiers Designer Showhouse, designed by Suzanne Kasler.  You've heard of Suzanne, … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… A Great Sale {and This Entertaining Tip!}

Remember this Lovely from Avolli.com and a previous I Can't Resist...?She can be yours for 55% off!!  Yes, Tricia is continuing her Early Retirement Sale by offering 55% off her entire inventory until June 30th.  She still has some incredible heirloom quality pieces left if you're looking for an investment, plus some wonderfully affordable artwork and accessories.  How about these pillars for $67.50 each??Head to Avolli.com for … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… John Gidding on HGTV’s Curb Appeal

During a handful of days of spent *recovering* from my daughter's graduation and my son's departure for Greece, I lounged in front of the telly, flipping back and forth between the French Open and HGTV.  Decadent, I know, but I was seriously incapable of doing much else I was so emotionally and physically drained!I'd watched Curb Appeal a time or two before and I love the premise of the show.  The crew shows up on a block (often … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… Sarah’s Summer House {and a Graduation Gift Idea}

HGTV is my guilty pleasure.  In a house full of men and boys, a few stolen moments to watch ANYTHING other than Sportscenter or Modern Marvels or some such is... bliss.  So imagine my excitement when I stumbled upon an episode of Sarah's Summer House over the weekend.Are you hooked yet?  First of all, Sarah Richardson is incredibly fun to watch (and I love her Canadian accent!).  Add in that her tiny little lake cottage is a … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… This Cork Treatment!

I have to begin this post with the catastrophic storms that ravaged our area last week.  The images of devastation, loss, and courage are seared into our minds here.  Though that night was a sleepless one for us, we were spared any real damage.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to our neighbors here in Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi that are suffering and picking up the pieces.  Please consider visiting redcross.org and … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… this Chandelier

If you're a follower of my friend Tricia over at Avolli, you've seen this beauty before:This antique French chandelier from the 1920's just captures the imagination.  Talk about a statement piece! I absolutely adore the green crystals!  And I love its unexpected nature.  In fact, I love seeing chandeliers in spaces other than your traditional dining room.  In a bedroom fit for royaltyIn the closet?  Lovely.  Maybe my … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… Book Boxes

I spied these fun and stylish organizational tools on the Home Decorators Collection website and instantly fell in love.  What a great way to contain clutter!Love that they have seven different styles to choose from, starting at $34 per set.Then, I just happened to be poking around Old Time Pottery, and spied these for under $10 a piece and in a variety of styles.  Sorry for the poor IPhone photos!What do you think?  How would you … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… this Map Wall

Confession: I'm inspired by the Pottery Barn catalog. Not only do they stage their products brilliantly, but the pages are full of great design ideas that you can incorporate into your own decor. This map wall is the latest idea that's captured my imagination.I love this idea for large expanses of wall space. Here they have used a collection of several nautical drawings and maps. But this is one of those projects that can easily be … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… Chalkboard Refrigerator Doors

I love this idea... straight from the pages of Lonny.What do you think? … [Read more...]