Free IPad Wallpaper

I recently spotted bold graphic and free iPad wallpapers on Behance and thought I'd share. Here's the link:
http://www.behance.net/gallery/iPad-Retina-Wallpaper/3516257
The series entitled CUBEN space are designed by Simon C Page of the UK. Enjoy.

Style That Gives Back

I recently saw the first image below on Shelter (http://shelterinteriordesign.blogspot.com/) and the handmade bracelet reminded me of the lovely and super affordable bracelets Ember (http://emberarts.com/store/) sells. They also carry earrings, necklaces and hip handbags. Ember partners with woman in Uganda to create recycled paper jewelry. This partnership helps women rebuild their lives after the devastating effects of war. Currently they are donating 50% of their profits to The Adventure Project. To learn more visit their site. I love to know my purchases actually do good...do you? Below are just a few chic examples of what they sell...

Pretty and Healthy Wallpaper

I know the blog world has been abuzz lately about Spoonflower branching out into wallpaper. It's fabulous news because of Spoonflower's vast selection of gorgeous ready made or DIY prints, but maybe not everyone knows it's eco-friendly too. How you ask? Well it's printed on PVC-free paper, so...
1. It won't off-gas toxic fumes into your home.
2. You can be rest assured that it wasn't made in a factory spewing out noxious air into the environment.
3. It can be recycled, unlike PVC.
4. Get it here: http://www.spoonflower.com/wallpaper_welcome#
5. And here's a few lovely examples...

The Peacock...

...chair I couldn't sell. This past Saturday was a gorgeous day to have a yard sale and meet new friends. That day my plan was to sell said emerald green wicker peacock chair, but alas I couldn't. Instead I put a sold sign on it and sat down with Max asleep on my shoulder. I just can't help myself when it comes to unique chairs...yes I seriously have a chair fetish. A few months ago my husband and I counted how many chairs I had (sold a few on Sat.) and I am embarrassed to say I had 31 in my tiny Cape Cod. Below are a few snapshots of me, my little man, and my queen on the chair I sold back to myself...what a dork. Hope you all had a charming weekend too. As a bonus I'm including a few images of peacock chairs looking all regal and whatnot...absolutely FREE ;). Enjoy! (Sorry for the random image placement below...I'm blogging from my iPad and don't seem to have a choice.)

Yard Sale Bonanza...

In my neighborhood. For all of my readers who live in the DC Metro Area, here is the enormous list of address's to visit this Saturday, September 29, 9am-12pm...

Quadrant Street Number Street Name Cross Streets East to West
NW 3154 17th St. North (Jackson & Hartford)
NW 3163 17th St. North (Jackson & Hartford)
NW 3171 17th St. North (Jackson & Hartford)
NW 3175 17th St. North (Jackson & Hartford)
NW 3135 18th St. North (Hartford & Hancock)
NW 3180 18th St. North (Hartford & Hancock)
NW 1706 N. Jackson St (17th St. & Kirkwood Rd)
NW 1601 N. Herndon St (17th St. & Key Blvd)
NW 3202 19th Road North (Kirkwood Rd.)
NW 3161 19th St. North (Hancock & Harvard)
NW 1800 N. Hancock St (18th & 19th Sts.)
NW 1904 N. Harvard St (19th & 20th Sts.)
NW 1931 N. Harvard St (19th & 20th Sts.)
NW 2016 N. Harvard St (20th & 21st Sts)
NW 1311 N. Highland St (Key Blvd & 13th St)
NW 1503 N. Highland St (Key Blvd & 13th St)
SW 1400 N. Hartford St. (Key Blvd & 13th St)
SW 1412 N. Hartford St. (Key Blvd & 13th St)
SW 1414 N. Hartford St. (Key Blvd & 13th St)
SW 3192 Key Blvd (Hudson & Jackson)
SE 2425 Custis Rd (Barton & Adams)
SE 2612 Key Blvd (Cleveland & Danville)
SE 2900 Key Blvd (Fillmore & Highland)
SE 1630 N. Adams St (Key Blvd & Custis Rd)
SE 1613 N. Danville St (Key Blvd & Franklin Rd)
SE 1605 N. Edgewood St (Key Blvd & Franklin Rd)
SE 1608 N. Edgewood St (Key Blvd & Franklin Rd)
SE 1619 N. Edgewood St (Key Blvd & Franklin Rd)
SE 2615 N. Franklin Rd (Barton & Bryan)
SE 2713 N. Franklin Rd (Danville & Edgewood)
SE 2720 N. Franklin Rd (Danville & Edgewood)
SE 2827 N. Franklin Rd (Edgewood & Fillmore)
NE 1800 N. Wayne St (18th St. & Lee Hwy)
NE 2415 18th St. North (Adams & Barton)
NE 2503 18th St. North (Barton & Bryan)
NE 2415 Key Blvd (Adams & Barton)
NE 2613 Key Blvd (Cleveland & Danville)
NE 2617 Key Blvd (Cleveland & Danville)
NE 1806 N. Calvert St (18th St N & Lee Hwy)
NE 1628 N. Cleveland St (Key Blvd & 18th St)
NE 1716 N. Danville St (N. Calvert St & 18th St)

I'm one of them. I have a pretty selection of already painted/repaired furniture and a few pieces that need some loving care. I'm not sure what others have in store, but with such a huge amount of homes to visit I'm sure you'll find something.

I personally have 2 chairs that look identical to the yellow ones in the serene outdoor image below...

Hope you all are doing wonderful and maybe I'll see you this weekend.

Tico Atomico

Want Mad Men style in your home? Then I've got the source for you, a new Mid Century Modern furniture store in the DC Metro area...

Tico Atomico

Here's just a handful of items they carry...

Jose, the owner, updates the inventory weekly, so check often if you're looking for something specific. 

And here's a few inspirational MCM images...

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Have a great weekend!

Yes to Yellow

A certain someone is asleep, so this is gonna be quick. 

I can't seem to get enough of YELLOW these days...is it just me or is it everywhere? I do tend to go through color crazes and this is the one for the moment...

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