Behind the Scenes

I don't know about about you, but I love to see pictures of other people's studios, where they become inspired. A couple of people have asked the same of me, so here you go. I've spent the last week or so painfully organizing my fabric stash. It doesn't always look like this, I can assure you.

Boy shirts--love the bright colors!

A view of my fabric stash.

The pinks and reds definitely dominate.

But the yellows, navys, greens are just as inspirational!

Girls shirts--pink and navy are such an awesome combo!

And of course, thread.

How do you stay organized?

Thou Shall Covet: Moroccan Prints & Patterns

I'm LOVING all the moroccan inspired prints and patterns that are popping up everywhere these days. I think I need to encorporate some of these into my home STAT. Here are some of my favorites...

A couple of these Lattice Pillows from Willa Skye on Etsy would look perfect on the cream couch in our family room.

I would love to swap out the current striped rug in our family room for the Soho Dhurri Rug from Shades of Light. Only problem is, which color would I choose!?

I think one of my favorite color combos is turquoise and lime green. The Casablanca Bedding by Dwell Studio at Target would be ideal for a guest room OR a beach house. (Note to self: Buy a beach house.)

All of the Moroccan Stencils from Royal Design Stencils on Etsy make me swoon. There are SO many things you could do with these stencils - you're not just limited to walls! My two favorites:

Marrakesh Allover Trellis Stencil

Eastern Lattice Stencil

And finally, Dani Notes Stationary on Etsy has the most adorable monogrammed plates & platters. Check out the Melamine Trellis Plate & Platter:

Oh & if you're in the market for a new iPhone cover, Dani Notes also has THIS:

ENJOY!

Some nostalgic inspiration....

You know how you see something and think, "Now why the heck didn't I think of that?!"  Well, on a recent day trip to Stockbridge, MA, I found these in a cute little gift shop: necklaces made from Scrabble pieces and lego men:

And then were these earrings made from Monopoly pieces displayed on Monopoly cards:

I can't really say I wish I'd thought of these.  I mean, really, can I imagine myself picking out my outfit in the morning and thinking, "Hmm...what do I want this morning?  A house by the Reading Railroad or a hotel on Oriental Ave?"  No, I really can't.  BUT, it is inspiring that somewhere out there a creative soul came up with these and an even braver soul out there is donning them.  So, take this as a little inspiration, motivation perhaps, that you truly can create something out of anything.  And it can make you feel awfully nostalgic while you are at it!

Oh, and while you are feeling inspired, check out the Berkshire Creative initiative, which is creating collaboration between artists and local businesses in the region.  Very cool!

Some Texas inspiration from this sister....

This sister is in San Antonio, TX right now visiting family.  I went to the zoo yesterday and made a beeline for my favorite, favorite, favorite exhibits: the Pink Flamingos and the Scarlet Ibis birds.  Anyone want to take a guess why they are my favorite?  Here is a HINT.  Well, okay, there are probably several reasons: Red (and any variation of) is my favorite color; I love all things 1950's; I just recently acquired a pink flamingo paint-by-number thanks to my m-i-l; these birds remind me of why I love Amy Butler and Heather Bailey.

So tell me: What are your creative inspirations?

Inspiration

from my garden.

i couldn't

pick

just one picture
to share.

can you blame me?

what inspires you?

someone suggested
that pictures of a three sister would be good
on our blog.
i tried.
i had some taken
of me
in my garden
but
i like the flowers better.


EEK!