Cottage (well sort of) #7

Emma Reddington's home looks a bit more like a Brownstone then a cottage, but I thought it was "swoon" worthy of my cottage love series! It's a approachable, casual, chic and a bit off beat. Just how I like 'em....Plus I'm loving all things with a touch of cozy sheepskin or faux fur right now (I used a bit in my photo shoot last week)..must be the Arctic freeze we're still in. All images via Canadian House and Home and via Emma's blog.

Shelter Loves 11.5.12

1. Shelter loves NYC and the surrounding areas who have been hard hit by Sandy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! I also love fabulous ladies like MacKenzie from Design Darling who are donating a % of their site proceeds to the Red Cross. 
2. It's getting burrrrrrr chilly up here in Boston. I love relaxing by a grand fireplace and cozy room this time of year. The built in window seats are def. a plus in this space. I proposed the same concept to a client a while back!!
3. Pottery Barn kids Sherpa bean bags. I popped into the store this weekend, it looked so cute with warm faux fur everywhere. I think one of my little ones will be receiving one of these from Santa.
4. Elin Kling's gorgeous waves. Hmmm I want my hair to look like this!! I think I may need to invest in either a barrel curler or rollers! Thoughts?? All I know is it needs to be an efficient method, I never have much time to fuss with my hair in the am.
5. Camel boots. I'm obsessed with how versatile they are! These are from Chloe and Lucky Brand.

cozy down

It's the kind of day that I don't want to get out of bed. I could lounge around the house catching up on my magazine reading in front of a roaring fire with homemade cookies and tea all day.That's not the case but I wish it was!! I'm with 1/3 of the country experiencing Sandy. Safe wishes to everyone! My fingers are crossed that we don't lose power! No school, two kids and 0 power = a LONG day!! I''m off to paint my piece of charity furniture, hoping I can keep my cabin fever in check! Have a safe and cozy day.

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cozy down

It's getting chilly round' here in the a.m.. A sure sign that it's time to "cozy" down your house. My favorite aspect of design? Is the art of layering. Layering is what creates that "this room looks amazing" moment. Try layering (real or faux) animal print blankets and sheep skins over your sofa, chairs and bed for a layered, comfy, warm hangout spot!

Your furry friend will love you for it too!

Cozy Up

This welcoming home beautifully balances classic and modern elements. The owner, who is also a designer, wasn't afraid of larger scaled furniture and lighting. I would love to have just ONE of those cozy fireplaces right now! It 's been feeling like mid-January!! The weather in Glasgow, Scotland {where this home is located} is pretty in line with our weather in Boston this time of the year!

Images: British Homes and Gardens

Be Good

To Yourself...

came across artist Karen Appleton's amazing paintings via Design Darling

Images: Cherry Blossom Girl, Mary Ruffle, Dress Design Decor - bedroom image, Plush Palate, as noted

Off to enjoy...

open fields, lazy days, frosty beer, home cooked meals, outdoor fires + family..I'll return on Friday - Have a great week!

images: Jose Villa, via the little big house, flickr, Camilla at Home, Laura Resen, Domino Scan by Shelter, Jose Villa

Design Tip + Trick - Add some cozy....

COVER CHAIRS WITH SHEEPSKIN - FAUX OR REAL, YOUR CHOICE!

CANDLES - LOTS AND LOTS OF CANDLES

CHOCOLATE
CAMEL

BROWN + BURNT ORANGE

COLOR - A COAT OF PAINT CAN DO THE TRICK!

THROWS

FIRE, PILLOWS + COMFY RUGS

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Domino
Domino
Kelly Wearstler
Pierre Yovanovitch via StudioAnnetta
Miles Redd
West Elm - Lutz + Patmos throw
Missoni Throw
Jonathan Adler
Domino
Domino