Current Inspiration

Lately, I've been really inspired by fancy, formal spaces with an unexpected twist (a la Miles Redd).  Hello deep color, rich fabrics, and fancy rooms that still feel a little quirky.  Lavish and over the top, bring it on.  I love you so...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you're into spaces like this, you should check out the tumblr page The Foo Dog Ate My Homework.  Clever name and ENDLESS inspiration.

 

 

 

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Artist, Allie Snyder

I recently discovered the oil paintings of east coast artist, Allie Snyder, and I'm loving her work.  Her gorgeous studio is located in a converted barn in Southern Maryland, along the Potomac River, and her natural surroundings inspire her to paint.  I love to imagine how she spends all her time in this idyllic setting, perched in a light-filled barn loft, painting glimpses from the natural scenes around her.  It seems like such a peaceful place.  And, each one of Allie's paintings feature soft subtle hues that can only be drawn from nature itself (I personally love the abstract landscapes).  Here are some images from Allie's studio:

Allie Snyder

Her passion has fueled a growing business and blog called Amaryllis Truth where she writes about country living and sells her oil paintings.  Here is Allie at a recent gallery showing (how adorable is she?):

Bookmark her store.  She updates it regularly with new work, and if you're looking for that perfect piece, you might just want to check here first.  Here are some of my favorite pieces that Allie has available right now:

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Looking for something more specific, or a painting of a certain size?  Allie also does commissioned pieces.   Contact her for more info.

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$300 Cup Of Jo Giveaway

Hey guys!  Today, we're teaming up with our friend Joanna Goddard to giveaway a $300 High Street Market gift certificate!  So, what would you buy with a $300 credit?  New table lamps?  This bar cart?  Maybe a few pillows?  Or, a collection of vintage framed maps?

Click HERE for our Cup Of Jo Giveaway!

Also, in celebration of our giveaway, enjoy 15% OFF every High Street Market order until Friday 2/17.  Just enter "CUPOFJO" at checkout!

Happy Shopping!

love,

the High Street Market team

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Black & White

A couple of weeks ago, something happened to me that has never happened before.  I entered a blog giveaway and I won.  I WON!!  Can you believe it?  And today, my prize arrived: a SIGNED copy of Celerie Kemble's new book, Black & White (and a bit in between).

Signed!

Here's proof:

Oh, Celerie.  I'm sure I will find plenty of pages to dog ear.

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Here are a few peeks at her new book:

It's very interesting to hear Celerie's perspective on black & white.  For a designer who (at times) is defined by her bold use of color, the black and white palette can feel refined.  Celerie says that it shows restraint.  Editing a room down to such a simplified scheme can sometimes be the most fascinating.  The book is a compilation of rooms designed by Celerie herself, as well as other interior design superstars (think Bunny Williams, Victoria Hagan, Carrier & Co, and Miles Redd to name a few). 

Thank you to Brittany (of The House That Lars Built) for hosting this fabulous giveaway.  I'm so glad I won this excellent prize.  :)

I think that I'll go out and buy a lottery ticket now.

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A Plank Ceiling

I'm a huge fan of Urban Grace Interiors.  I really love Erika's work, love her blog, love her.  You must read the Urban Grace blog, it's full of inspiring tidbits.  Anyway, a few weeks ago Erika posted about a recent project and I was somewhat smitten with the plank ceilings.  I wonder if we could achieve this look in our 3rd floor bedrooms?  So, I tagged these images and thought of a way to pitch this idea to my husband/co-homeowner/overall general contractor. :)

plank ceilings in progress 

the finished product! 

Our two 3rd floor bedrooms have a similar sloped ceiling (see an old image here, taken the day we closed on the house).  I think that a treatment like this might be sort of cool.  What do you think?

all images courtesy of Urban Grace Interiors

to read the full post on this charming attic, go HERE.

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Happy Shopping With EmersonMade!

Last week, we all swooned over the idyllic home of Ryan & Emerson Fry, creators of the unstoppable clothing brand EmersonMade.  And, if you haven't paid their store a visit yet, run on over.  I spent the entire afternoon shopping for my perfect Spring wardrobe.  And, I want EVERYTHING in the shop.  Really.  EmersonMade is preppy, timeless and feminine... a little bohemian... a little kooky... mixed with fabulous statement peices (like their trademark flower pins).  This store rocks.  And to top it all off?  Emerson herself is the top model.  Talented, beautiful, and living in a gorgeous country home... this girl's got it all. :)

Emerson, fitting a model in the EmersonMade studio

at the top of my wishlist: the Black & Cream Tuxedo jacket

Must have this Navy Dot Scallop Skirt...  and this Red Robin Dress

I'm loving these coin necklaces, new for spring.  My favorite is the Little Lucky Clover... it reads "I make my own! (Luck that is.)".  And, don't even get me started on the blouse.  The Little Blouse has accordian pleats around the neck (and this print reminds me of one of my favorite fabrics, Les Touches). 

How I want this belt.  This equestrian-inspired leather belt fastens with a brass post.

And, these jeans!  The EmersonMade Lowriders are perfectly tailored with their square front pockets and gold stitching.

Follow the adventures of EmersonMade on their blog, and visit their shop HERE!

Happy Shopping!

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