Admittedly, the National Academy of Art was a slight disappointment (the building, however, was breathtaking—herringbone wood floors and all), but, the High Line, Chelsea Market, and the MET made up for my derided hopes. Great weekend; excellent company. Hope your weekend was grand.
My sister gave me polished antlers recently, which I adore and are a family heirloom. Since then, I’ve found antlers popping up everywhere and not merely in the interiors of stereotypical mountain retreats. Rather, they are gracing modern interiors and are being produced in varying materials. Mine sit on the coffee table in my family room (pictures below). I had a few people over a couple weeks ago and the first thing the men in company noticed were the antlers! In most any setting, they provide a natural element (or hint to the natural, if you have a fetish for lucite (see below)) with a differing texture, adding a bit of edge and warmth. Found some in the marketplace for you…
Antler Candlestick – Anthropologie. Decorative Antler – Anthropologie. Lucite Antlers – Jayson Home & Garden. Vintage Antler Trophy – Jayson Home & Garden. Suzanne Kasler Atelier Antlers – Ballard Designs.
I’m more than a little excited about my upcoming trip to New York. A sweet friend is taking the train to meet me in Manhattan later this month. In earnest for new things to see, I was exploring the MET’s newest exhibitions and was excited by what I found. Now, this exposes what has always been patently obvious—I’m a bit of a nerd. Drawings are my favorite medium. This exhibition combines the medium with a bit of history and humor. Now, forgive the moderators: they are a bit (ok, maybe more than a bit) nerdy, as well. To each his own, right? There are many a things, such as partnership taxation, which excite me (Lord knows this is odd). I’m looking forward to the exhibit!
As promised: This year, in keeping with my house, I went for neutrals with a touch of tawny pinks. I ordered my tree from Hayneedle—which has great deals and a large selection. After searching for a pre-lit champagne tree, I settled for white. A pre-lit pencil champagne tree is a bit of an anomaly. The wreath was a shortcut—I had grand plans to make the wreath, but with the busy season at work, couldn’t quite get it done. The last picture is a recent dinner party I hosted for my mom’s birthday—you can see my family room becomes a dining room in no time flat.
I’ve recently had a few sewing projects that included a bit of repetition in the steps. I’ve sewn very little, generally. But, am enjoying the slow process of learning with basic projects. I was explaining to my mom, that with my work, where perfection is king, sewing is a mindless productive task which is becoming strangely restful. I recently sewed the napkins (for my sister-in-law) and the pillows below. I never thought I would enjoy the tedium, but I’m starting to crave the 1/2 inch seam and mitered corners! Finishing the pillows for my futon is next on the list then the velvet tiger print pillows for my couch (don’t worry, its going to look amazing)…
