Current Inspiration: Sun Faded Style

I've got a couple of new design projects on the horizon that are beachy and coastal-inspired.  And, THANK GOD for that because, outside my office, my car is covered in ice.  And, we're getting more snow tomorrow.  So, dreaming and scheming about summertime is just what the doctor ordered over here.

Here are the images that are covering my desktop this week.  And, to me, they scream WARM WEATHER.  I am so drawn to using mercury glass this year.  But, in tiny doses (think bud vases, a chic table lamp, and mercury glass candles).  Also, copper.  The rosey cousin to brass.  Are you guys liking this new trend?  Again, I love copper in small doses-- perhaps a tiny table lamp, a collection of bowls, or hit of copper hardware.  Both of these fresh metallics are coming to the store this month-- I've been really jazzed about it. :) 

Also on my radar: anything that feels like it's been faded in the sun.  Think heavy woven textures (like rope), sun faded colors (like misty blue, minty green, and washed out denim) and crisp whites.  Always crisp whites.

all images pulled from my Pinterest page.  :)

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Shopping for Spring (and stocking the store)

I know we're still in the middle of February, but my mind is focused on springtime.  And, most importantly, stocking our store with really great spring items.  Sourcing and designing new products for High Street Market is honestly the best part of having a retail store.  It's not easy, but when everything comes together, it's so rewarding and really fun. :)  When selecting new pieces for our retail business, we are constantly thinking about our customer-- What does our customer want or need for spring/summer?  What is the price point?  What inspires us and what can we create that's new and unique?  For spring and summer, we're thinking of classic woven textures, lightweight sun-faded fabrics, new metallics (like copper and mercury glass), and pieces that feel unfussy and lived in.  That being said, we've got a lot of new goodies coming down the pipeline (including some new candles that I'm fixated on)...  and today, we launched two new product lines.

The first is a new woven line of trays and baskets (I'm obsessed).  The quality is top notch and the price point is great.  Every single piece in the collection is hand woven.  We went with two finishes-- a classic antique brown and a fresh, almost sun-faded white wash.  We hope you like it as much as we do.

I love everything, but those extra large fruit bowls with the pedestal base are pretty rad.

Shop the entire basket collection HERE.

We've also launched a new line of springtime throw blankets.  The price point is very affordable-- most blankets start at $46.00 each!  They're handmade of 100% cotton, and very lightweight-- perfect for those cool springtime temperatures.  Think porch lounging and sunset watching with a cozy blanket (and maybe a glass of wine).  We have a Diamond pattern and a Herringbone weave...

PS. with the fringe, these throws also make chic tablecloths-- perfect for alfresco dining this summer.

Shop all of our throw blankets HERE.

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NEW Vintage, in store now

We've added many new vintage pieces to the store this week (including a fabulous vintage table lamp, a 1928 silver tray from the Hotel Piccadilly in New York, and a fun set of 1950s Fred Press cocktail glasses in sunny yellow-- perfect for springtime cocktails!).  Here is a peek at the new lot:

Everything is available online today.Click here to shop all vintage.

  

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Workin' for the weekend...

Hey all!  Happy Friday to you.  I hope you have lovely plans for this weekend (will you be watching the Super Bowl?).  I will be spending some much needed time with family, and then Dave and I are headed to New York for the gift show.  This mama is pretty excited about that.

We had a really busy week at work, and I thought I would share some recent Instagram pics of the showroom-- we've changed up some of the display, and we've received some new vintage pieces that are pretty awesome...

 a little corner of the showroom
(vintage chair is pick up only)

I always love these artichoke votives

decorating with neutrals

(our vintage city maps, bone boxes, modern brass hands, and Ripley lamps)

 Blue & White Geometric jars

(now available in the extra large size)

this vintage chair just came back from the upholsterer -- it's beautiful.
(pick up only)

 absolutely love this vintage runner, new in the store and coming to the website soon.

amazing new menswear-inspired pillows coming to the shop in a couple of weeks!!!

 We added this gorgeous piece to the store this week-- made of solid walnut and available in brass or silver (designed by us, and made just for us)

And, here are a few recent pictures of little Willie B. (my nickname for him, William Bernard).  He's growing really fast and loves to run!  We played in the snow, took naps together on the couch and ran around town together.  I can't get enough of this guy.

snow!

 snuggles

this giggle.  :)

Have a great weekend! 

all photos from Instagram-- 

follow High Street Market @highstreetmarket

and, you can find me @kellyrobson

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if you see something in the shop that is not available online, please feel free to email hello@highstreetmarket.com for more information

Lampas Chinois Fabric

Attention lottery winners!!  If you're looking for an amazing fabric (that looks like a treasured antique print- really), please take a look at Schumacher's Lampas Chinois (in "vert" especially).  When an email with this fabric popped into my inbox last week, I immediately requested samples for my library.  It's described as "sumptuous yet soothing" and I couldn't agree more.  They suggest upholstering your walls with it!  Or, buying yards and yards for glorious drapery.   Okay, okay, I love it!  And, I have to have it!  Give it to me.  What's the retail price you say?  Over $600 per yard?  That's when I deflated into sad puddle on my desk.  Boo.

It must be made with the finest threads in all the land.  The most treasured pigments available.  Because it really is awesome.

And, a close up...

Seriously, if you are considering dropping some serious cash on fabric, let me know.  :)  

This print is just so pretty.

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Current Inspiration: Tom Sheerer

Images from Tom Scheerer's (genius) portfolio are covering my desktop this week... So much inspiration here.  I love how he mixes color and pattern, and traditional silhouettes with really unexpected modern pieces.  The finished product is a layered look that appears to evolve over time (my personal favorite kind of room).  Anyway, enjoy.

This weekend, treat yourself and buy his book-- you won't be sorry.

available here.

Happy Weekend!

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Winter Deluxe

As our local forecast is calling for snow, I'm dreaming about cuddling into an enormous bed with a warm beverage and an entire season of my favorite show on the DVR.  :)  So, I've rounded up some of my favorite deluxe rooms (emphasis on the LUXE) that are perfect for winter cuddling.  Now, someone please bring me that cup of hot cocoa...

 

This room.  Blue velvet for days.

 

Bleached wood paneling, so beautiful.

 

FUR!

 

 

Chocolate goodness.

 

Chic and moody-- that Chinese screen is a jaw dropper.

Navy walls.

Modern masculine.

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Out with the cold...

This time of year is always a bit difficult for me.  I tend to get the winter blues.  It's just so freaking cold!  The warm cozy holidays are over, and springtime is still so very far away.  Very far.

But, this year, I am determined to enjoy these winter days by staying warm and reminding myself that the most glorious season of all (SPRING!) is just around the corner.  There is nothing better than seeing those buds pop out of the thawing ground.  The days are longer and the sun is warmer.  It almost makes the cold dreariness of winter worth it (almost).  I get happy just thinking about it.  So, I've rounded up a group of my favorite things...  all of which help me battle the winter blues, and remind me of springtime days ahead.

1 - I bought a Meyer Lemon Tree for the store.  I couldn't resist that sweet citrus scent!  I potted it in a lovely pot and I keep it near a south-facing window of the studio.  It gets lots of sun, and I'm determined to keep it alive.  So far, so good.  Any tips from you green thumbs are appreciated.  :)

2 - These Cableknit pillows, which we sell at High Street Market.  I have them in my living room and I adore them.  I never get sick of them and while they are cozy warm, the bright white color makes them feel fresh.

3 - This Chunky Knit Throw, also available in our store.  It's just too good not to share.  Perfect for these cold winter days, it's super soft and so well made.  Also, it's machine washable (for those pesky one year olds that tend to be messy).

4 -  Aerin Lauder's Trumpet Vine Candle.  This woman can do no wrong, if you ask me.  Her entire collection is drool worthy (shop it here).  A fresh scent of springtime flowers should keep the winter blues away.  Plus, I love that olive green glass!

5 - Is there any better way to light a candle, or start a cozy fire in the fireplace?  This match striker is the chicest thing I've seen in a long time.  Again, it's from Aerin Lauder.

6 - I bought this book last fall from Terrain.  It's gorgeous.  Huge pages with spectacular photography.  I intend to go through it thoroughly this spring, grabbing inspiration for our own yard (which has been a bit neglected).

7 - Our neighbor kindly gifted us some Paperwhite bulbs this month.  Drop them in any vessel, add water, and they grow.  This little sign of spring makes me happy.

8 - Comfort food!  Nothing better than a bowl full of cheesy pasta when it's freezing outside.  This recipe is a good one. 

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