Interiors

This next super interior space is from the same book, above. I'm really liking this sparse studio space with the vintage fixtures and furniture. It's all in the simple details. If you're looking for furniture like this don't forget to check Cleveland Art who always have such a great selection of this kind of thing. I love the consistent use of natural materials and neutral colours - looks like every item has a history without making the place look stuffy and old fashioned. 

Curiosities

My friend Kitty from Return To Bohemia sent me these - aren't they something? I'm not even sure what to write about them - they are clever and intriguing and bizarre all at the same time. Thanks Kitty - you know me well!

These are designed and carved by Anastassia Elias and you can see more of her work here.

Photography

It was very dark in here yesterday - did you notice? Lets brighten it up this morning - starting with this gorgeous montage of images that I snatched from super blog, Scoutie Girl - ridiculously pretty photographs by the talented Zee Longenecker

Inspiration

The curator of this Tumblr collection has awfully good taste. I love all her choices of interiors. Very specific, very consistent, very eclectic and tres chic. She has amassed a very impressive group of deliciously designed rooms for you to enjoy right here.

Random Image

I usually don't post individual images - I try to group them with some kind of consistency. But this single image caught my eye the other day on this Flickr set and I think you'll agree that it's pretty special(it's a very vintage light switch plate!)

Location? Location? Location?

I wish I could tell you more about these images - they are truly fascinating. I found them here and there were no sources listed. Looks like they are taken with a Lomo camera and have been 'enhanced' a little.The bottom image looks like it has the Kremlin behind it. I expect one of you will be able to fill me in. Update: according to one of my readers this is Irkutsk, the “pearl of Siberia” Thank you - see link below for more images!

And now that I know these are the wooden houses of Irkutsz I have found you a link to some more amazing images right here.

Back in black 

I was reading about the Tine K Home Collection on decor8 the other day and had a quick look through their catalogue. I was surprised and intrigued by the amount of black in their collection. In the last few weeks I have really started to notice a trend towards black, grey and white popping up in European design and interiors. This is a trend I really like because it really fits well with the vintage, industrial look that I like - and makes any slightly dated country, or shabby chic, style look instantly stylish. Adding some black or grey gives a room drama and punch - just like that!

Found

Well here's something different - I had never seem these before - well, until yesterday - found them at the George Eastman House Collection on Flickr. "Large Photographic Buttons were popular from 1900 to 1930. In their time the large buttons were commonly referred to as medallions and plaques. Most incorporate a photograph into a decorative border and the back has either a hook for hanging or an easel stand for propping. The borders were mass-produced and handpicked by the customer from samples and sample sheets. Buttons that are small enough to fit in a closed fist are most often true buttons with a pin-back, or have mirrors on the back and are referred to as pocket mirrors. Buttons of all kinds were purchased from door-to-door salesmen, photography studios, and through catalogs." So there - now we know - and there'll be a quiz later!

I'm generally not a big fan of Victorian graphics - I prefer earlier stuff and later stuff. But I tell ya, they really knew how to design with florals. A person can learn a lot from these graphics.

Found

I found this sweet little dog on my very good friend, Cate's blog, Under The Blanket - he's so cute! He is from Little Byrd Vintage - I also found these other wonderful antique props from the same shop.

Brabourne Farm

Where have I been that I have missed this fabulous blog? - Brabourne Farm. This is my new favourite blog for gorgeous interiors with a casual elegance. You get a real sense of the author's own personal style - and it's stunning. I think you will love it. Go there now and take it all in. But watch the clock, you could be there for a while!