POLAROID FUN

Amazingly, I got out of the snow in NYC this weekend and made it out to Steamboat Springs, CO for a little skiing before the season's over. I hate slushing through the snow in NYC, but it's definitely welcome when it's on the slopes.

Before I left, I spotted these fantastic polaroids from Grant Hamilton. These fresh, bold prints are encased in plexi, so they're thick enough to stand on their own.

If you have an extra $700 handy, you can get the limited edition oversized prints.

For everyone (including myself), there smaller are more affordable sets for your desk or bookshelf.

I'd love to have an entire collection of these in a grid on a my living room wall.  Check out more of his polaroids here.

HOLY SNOW, BATMAN!

Holy snow everywhere in NYC! Yesterday, there was a teaser storm in the morning, followed by a huge storm last night. Plows were trying to keep up (go Bloomberg go!), but there was just too much.

As a kid, I loved huge snow storms because it meant long snow days outside, followed by movies and hot chocolate. As an adult, I still love the snow, these days it usually include an adult beverage, good music and a wonderful home cooked meal (and the occasional W. Village snowball fight!)

What is your favorite snow day activity?

BE BOLD, BABY

As you know, I am a sucker for big, bold, typography prints. When I find one that includes all of this, it sends me into a must-have spin. I stumbled across the fantastic work of Claudia Varosio yesterday and I was in heaven. She reworks classic movie posters in a fun, graphic way. I would love to have a series of these for my living room wall.

(All images courtesy of Claudia Varosio)

Check out more of her work here.

TAKING IT OFFLINE

 (How cute is this restaurant?!)

I love when my cyber world collides with my real one. It started Sat morning, with a delightful brunch at Peel's in NYC with the lovely ladies behind Navy Bean and The Prippy Handbook. If you haven't checked out their blogs, it's a must! An added bonus are the pics of their adorable Frenchies: Navy and Scrapple. After brunch, my friend and I headed over to The Wedding Party at the Palace to start collecting inspiration for her Feb 2012 event.

I'm still new to the blogging world and get more than a little excited when I get to meet someone I follow online, in person. Mr. Trent Bailey was on the receiving end of this as I practically shrieked when I recognized his photos and then got to meet him at the event. (Hope he doesn't remember this!!) His wedding photography is so fresh and beautiful. Also, he and his wife create the most adorable stop motion videos. Check out some more of his fantastic work here.

 (Images courtesy of Trent Bailey Photography)

Also at the event were the ladies behind the adorable letterpress company, Mr. Boddington's Studio. Their letterpress cards are so fun and creative.

(Images courtesy of Mr. Boddington's Studio)

My friend introduced me to Cheree Berry Paper while we were there. Their invites, save the dates and announcements were fantastic. Wow!

(Image courtesy of Cheree Berry Paper)

Anyone else attend this event this past weekend?

COLOR ME HAPPY

Brrrrrrrr.....! That's what it feels like in my apartment right now. This weekend with temperatures in NYC dipping into the single digits and with friends staying at my apartment, I realized that I need some more blankets to ward off the cold. I'm in love with this coverlet from Urban Outfitters. The reversible colors and seed stitching are fantastic. This would be a perfect/ warm addition to my bed.

Check out the other color options here.

A POST IT

At the end of the week, my desk usually looks something like this...

The super creative folks over at ReThink Canada have put together 101 Resolutions for 2011. Check out the original version here. Oh yes, all the post its, receipts, mixed tapes and objects are clickable!! A totally fun (and fantastic!) way to spend a Friday afternoon. 

Happy weekend everyone!

GET OUT THE PAINTS...

I really like the bright, watercolor inspired pillows I've been seeing this spring. They have a hand- drawn feel about them, that seems to work. What do you think?

Tie Dye Stripe Pillow, West Elm

Marguerite Pillow, Lekker

Sea Stripe/ Oyster Linen Pillow, Hable Construction

 Water Stripe Pillow, West Elm

 Madeline Weinrib

 

Palette Pillow, CB2

 Pallette Pillow, CB2

 Watercolor Splash Pillow, West Elm

Outdoor Throw Pillow, Trina Turk

ACCESSORIZE IT!

I'm a big fan of accessories, usually home related, but I've been seeing some really cute, fresh accessories that I had to share. Some of these will definitely be making their way to my apt soon!

 Burberry Studded Leather Wrap Bracelet

Mountain Peaks Cosmetic Bag

 Michael Kors Rose Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Watch

 Tory Burch Foundation Studded Cuff

 David Aubrey Willamena Cuff

Foldover Double Zipped Clutch

St. Tropez Bangle

Twisted Knot Bracelet

Pop Art Sandpiper Bangle

(This also comes in a black and white polka dot which I have and adore!)

Sequin Ikat Necklace

Cluster Ring

MAKING SPACE

One advantage of the flood was clearing out all the extra items from my bathroom. Most things were damaged, but I also threw out/ recycled all the half-empty travel shampoo bottles, make-up that never really worked and facial products that did little more than make my face break out. Minimalism is my new mantra. Underneath my bathroom sink and my bathroom cabinet are now clutter free!

Tackling my bathroom has inspired me to clear out my closets too. The first thing I plan to do is get rid of excess items and then organize the rest in gorgeous storage containers. Here's some creative inspiration and cool containers I've found...

 Image courtesy of Martha Stewart

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While these are not closet solutions, definitely a creative use of space...

Such cool stairs and storage...

Another view (Image found via Deco DIR)

(Image courtesy of Deco DIR)

MeBox found via Storage Glee

Bigso Bold Box

 Cutter Box

Pandan Storage Boxes