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My fyndes Wish List

I found it! (well from the help of Turquoise) Fyndes is an online designer’s gem! Mark Castellino and Anna Capper curate Fyndes, a showcase for artists, photographers and designers. They provide a central, global marketplace (similar to 1st dibs) where independent artists, dealers and designers can achieve exposure. It’s also a great place for home decorators to get inspired. I did and here’s my wish list:

Beautiful reupolstered late 19th century Louis XV armchair from France.




Lovely Swedish 19th century blue & white painted clock.

Sweet 1960s Italian sidetable. Reminds me of my Grandma Virginia.

Divine French painted metal lamp. I think Erin from House of Turquoise will have to put this one on her list too.

What’s on your wish list?

all images from fyndes

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Read full story By on June 17, 2009 in antiques, chairs, furniture, interior design, lighting, original artwork

Just Bee – Art

It’s no surprise, I love bees. I also love art and believe every home should be filled with original artwork. And guess what, you don’t have to break the bank doing it.

OK, I didn’t know the Honey Bee is the official insect of Georgia. L. Young’s “Georgia Honey Bee on Canvas” above is bold yet whimsical. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! It would look great in a modern or vintage kitchen. Check out more of her gorgeous designs at Etsy and see if your state insect, flower or bird is showcased in her art.

The above painting, “Turquoise Bee” by Susan Najarian is so fun and can be purchased at Etsy (great price-point too). This artist might just like the color turquoise as much as I do… check out her other beautiful works. Perfect with modern decor.

This sweet paisley, polka dotted and striped bee by Acorn Soup would brighten any little girl’s room. It’s a great transitional piece that will go with many decorating styles. I think it would look best in a series with another bug (butterfly, dragonfly, or ladybug) and a paisley flower from the artist’s collection on Etsy. Acorn Soup will also customize paintings to coordinate with your decor and color scheme. Gotta love that!

However, my favorite and most inexpensive “bee” artwork to date is by my six year old daughter. So simple, yet strong (or is that tree blowing over in the wind?). If you have a little budding artist in your home too, I highly recommend showcasing their work in your playroom, family room or child’s bedroom. Below is an example of a fun art wall found at Pottery Barn Kids.

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Read full story By on May 28, 2009 in baby and children, honey bee art, interior design, kids' art wall, original artwork