The Foundrie

If you're in the Chesterfield area, be sure to stop and check out The Foundrie. This store is has just opened for the holiday shopping season and is full of handmade and vintage items from artists and designers in the area.

The Foundrie can be found near the Borders entrance, just a few stores down on the left hand side. 

Click here to learn more and shop online.

Here are just a few of the vendors displaying their work. 

You wont want to miss out on seeing it in person though!

www.sarapatinojewelry.com/

www.etsy.com/shop/meganleedesigns

www.etsy.com/shop/justliv

www.etsy.com/shop/hattierex

I love Etsy!

Its hard to believe but there are still people out there who don't know about Etsy. Etsy.com is a wonderful website full of handmade and vintage items. Search for a handmade scarf for your sister, handmade blankets for your little ones, even decorative accessories for the home. You're sure to find great, meaningful gifts for everyone on your list. 

www.etsy.com

Bedding and Accessories

Are you looking for some unique bedding and accessories? Want to find something no one else will have? Check out the Garnet Hill website. There are luxurious sheet sets, duvets, pillows, rugs and more. To shop the site, click here.

Bathroom ideas

 It seems like a lot of people are working on their bathroom decor. I have pulled some images for inspiration. There are so many fun things to do with a bathroom.


This is such a soft purple color and the white looks great. I would add more greenery and a bit of an accent in another color though.

This is a fun bathroom, even the toilet seat is pink. This is probably only for single ladies though.

This is a bit more of what you'd see every day. The tile floor is great. Just a a big fluffy rug and some accessories and its done.

 I love the old bathtub in this. All the white looks great with the medium wood accents. It's a very natural look and something I'd do in my house.

Doesn't everyone want to sit by a roaring fire while they bathe! What a great look! 

Green is a great color. Just make sure there is plenty of light where you are applying make-up or the green cast could cause some problems. Also, check out the arched doorway to the shower.

This is a fun, modern bathroom. The grout color you choose for a tile floor can really create a fun accent!

Stairwell Gallery

Stairwells are a great place for a gallery wall. It's a fun place to add photos or artwork. Try black and white photos or play around with the sepia tones. If you're using color photos, I recommend matching or somewhat coordinating frames to tie everything together. If you have a larger stairwell its a great place to display fine artwork. Remember though, the art or photos need to be proportionate to your stairwell size. If the artwork is too large for the area, you won't be able to fully appreciate it and see the entire image.

Here are some great stairwell gallery walls.

Birds

I normally do not care for some trends that are cutsey. For example a couple years ago, monkeys were a big thing. You'd see monkey print fabric, monkey accessories.....monkeys everywhere. Then dragonflies were big. Birds seem to be the thing now and I actually like them. They're delicate and not cheesy at all. I keep finding myself drawn to accessories with a delicate bird perched on a branch.

Here are some pieces I've found.

This bird hook is available at World Market.

This cute plate also comes in green and red and is available at Pier 1.

This tray is a little more modern and a good choice if you're not sure about the whole bird trend. To purchase this tray visit MyDeco.com

I love this feminine piece! You can find it at Pottery Barn.

Lamp

OMG! I stopped in an antique store with a friend and check out this lamp! Can you believe someone actually designed and made this thing? I looks like a dress on top of a lamp. Plus, it's huge. It's almost the size of me!
Thought you'd get a laugh out of it.

Have a great day!

Bedroom

I am currently working on a neutral bedroom scheme. I've been searching for ideas of how to create more interest.

I've been thinking of faux painting the walls or adding a neutral wallpaper like this.

I also love mixing different textures. From textured wallpapers to fluffy rugs.

Silk pillows in solid colors can add luxury to any room. Add pillows in neutral colors or throw in a couple colorful pillows as an accent.

Pink

I was just looking around for some inspiration and thought I'd share these images with you. They are so pink and feminine, I feel like putting on my fuzzy slippers and having a glass of champagne.

Pottery Barn Entertaining Collection

You may be thinking about some upcoming weddings that you'll be attending this fall. If you're looking for a gift, check out the Pottery Barn Antique Silver Entertaining Collection.

They have gorgeous napkin rings, drink coasters, wine pulls and more. The happy couple will certainly be happy to receive any items from this collection.

Pottery Barn will even gift wrap and ship your gift to the couple. Shipping can range from around $5.00 to $14.00 depending on your total purchase.