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Friday Find: Chic Lantern Lighting by Urban Electric Co

designer lantern lighting urban electric

I’ve been on the lookout for just the right lantern pendant in an entryway. The selection of fabulous lighting at Urban Electric Co. has always been impressive, but I am loving the variety of lantern lighting currently available. I’ve selected some of my favorites to show you. 


michael amato lantern lighting urban electric

Urban Electric features several lighting collections by designers such as Mark Maresca and Michael Amato. Some of my favorite lanterns they designed appear above.


amanda nisbet lantern lighting urban electric

Another remarkable lighting collection represented by Urban Electric is by designer Amanda Nisbet.  She brilliantly infuses some bright, playful color in her lighting collection. Gorgeous!

Simplified Bee has been nominated for the Circle of Moms Top 25 Design Blogs! Thank you to everyone that has voted so far! And I realized you can vote once every day until March 21 – just click on the thumbs up. Thank You!
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Read full story By on March 18, 2011 in friday find, interior design, lighting

Friday Finds: Fun & Vintage Organizing Products

fun vintage organizing products

I am always on the lookout for fun products to help organize our homes. So when I came across these vintage-inspired reproductions at Urban Outfitters, I knew they would make a great Friday Finds:

1. Industrial Metal Wall Shelf – great for organizing magazines, files or dishes.
2. Tote-All – perfect for holding kitchen utensils, art supplies or pens & pencils.
3. Stacking Wire Baskets – would be a great addition to a mudroom to store hats, mittens and scarves. 
4. Public Transit Authority chalkboard – excellent for centralizing communication in a busy home.
Happy Organizing & Happy Friday!
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Read full story By on March 11, 2011 in friday find, home organization

Friday Find: Super Chic Poufs

Who doesn’t love the cute, practical and kid-friendly pouf? Perfect for extra seating, resting your heels or adding a touch of whimsy. In any case, you can’t go wrong. Here are some super chic poufs that have won my heart:

chic stylish poufs moroccan

1. Jaggery Pouf by John Robshaw, 2. Shag Pouf at Calyso St. Barth, 3. Leather Pouf at Calypso St. Barth, 4. Pink Moroccan Leather Pouf at Serena & Lily, 5. Kuba Jaipuri Pouf at Calypso St. Barth, 6. Wool Stool at Clayton Gray Home, 7. Knitted Poufs at CB2, 8. Mushroom Pouf at Anthropologie
Any of these stylish poufs catch your eye?
Also, Morgan at the creative & fun, Pepper Design Blog is interviewing me today {grin}… to read it please drop by here.  



Happy Friday!!!

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Read full story By on February 4, 2011 in friday find, home accessories

Friday Find: Wallpaper Collection by Galbraith & Paul

Since 1986, Galbraith & Paul has been captivating us with their beautiful hand block printed fabrics and lighting shades of silk, linen and velvet.  They also create gorgeous made to order hand-tufted rugs to the trade. 

Galbraith and Paul Wallpaper

Jumping into one of the hottest design trends this decade, Galbraith & Paul recently released a new collection of wallpaper that elegantly echos the artisan hand of their printed fabrics. 

Galbraith and Paul handmade fabrics

The collection offers a wide variety of fresh and fun color palettes in classic patterns that range from subtle to bold. All are beautiful. Take a closer look here.
What’s your take on wallpaper – love it or not?
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Read full story By on January 28, 2011 in friday find, textiles, wallpaper