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!

Gnome Light

Urban Outfitters recently unveiled their Spring 2007 collection and this cute little Gnome Light, available in teal, chartreuse and white, is among my favorite accoutrements.

Smorgas-Board Plate Set

The Smorgas-Board Melamine Plate Collection from Pop Ink has all the wood but none of the splinters! Wouldn't these look darling in a wood-paneled room with a bronze sunburst clock?

The International Inn

As I mentioned in one of yesterday's posts, I'm doing my graduate thesis project on Miami Beach's International Inn and converting it into a Boys & Girls Club. A few months back, I had the pleasure of giving myself an unguided tour around the facility and took the above photos. Needless to say, the place has seen few renovations and many of the original features such as the terrazzo floor, mosaic tile, fabulous ice machine and concrete masonry details have remained intact-- it was a preservation junkie's dream come true!

I should also add the hotel had what I like to refer to as that wonderful vintage seaside motel scent-- a combination of saltwater, humidity and time.