Plastic Fantastic

Voltaire II

Petit Toi

Sofa Unique

I had never really perused Etsy's furniture offerings but after today's fabulous finds, I'm hooked. These pieces by Jasper Van Grotel have been "re-worked," "re-conditioned" and coated in a soft rubber skin available in all sorts of brilliant, saturated colors. They're a bit pricey but if they're as magnificent as all of the reviews say they are, then they are probably a smart investment. I think I want the orange Voltaire II to complement the aforementioned Dollar Store placemats.

My Humble Abode

I found some orange placemats at the Dollar Store the other day (yes, the Dollar Store) and thought they'd look swell above my sofa. I was right!

Hi!

I hope I haven't lost all of you (all two or three of you). I'm finishing up my last year of grad school and my thesis has consumed me. Except more updates soon!

Amy Sedaris' Cakes and Jimmies

A couple of months ago, I blogged about how excited I was to read Amy Sedaris' new book, "I Like You." It did not disappoint and to accompany her writings on how to be the ideal hostess, Ms. Sedaris now has a line ofpersonally-autographed fake cakes and a "Jar of Jimmies" over at FredFlare.com. I think the cakes are beautiful and they remind me so much of the ornate Cuban cakes that old fashioned Cuban bakeries in Miami would proudly display on their windows. They weren't for sale but I always wanted to take one home!

Todd Merrill Antiques

Gorgeous tufted Italian brass chairs from the early 1960's.


Curtis Jere Chrome Raindrops (much more spectacular in person)


Vladimir Kagan Contour Wing Chair aka My Dream Chair


Raymond Lowey Dresser

While stepping off the 6 Train on Bleeker yesterday, I happened to stroll by Todd Merrill Antiques and came across the most gorgeous collection of 20th Century furniture and decorative objects! I'm lucky to live in a city where such pieces are abundant but this particular spot had my ideal collection in regards to era, materials and color.

Orla Kiely-- Interior Design Yayness

I read about Orla Kiely's beautiful products over at Oh Joy!, and while exploring their site saw these fabulous photos of their flagship store's interior! I'm not overreacting when I say that this has to be one of the cutest shops I have ever seen! That woodgrain paired with the peacock blue is to-die-for.

Mr. & Mrs. Jones Juicers

According to 2Jane.com, "no better wedding gift exists" and I would have to agree!