It's The New Real Living Issue!

What a nice way to start the week - the latest issue of Real Living is out and it's full of inspiration.  Upcycling, hallway decorating ideas, and the most fabulous neon lamps you can imaging are just some of the awesomeness of this months special.  Have you picked up your latest copy yet?

Decorating With Retro Telephones

Decorating with telephones .... No I'm not going crazy! Consider this: A retro telephone can be fun accent to any decorating vignette in your home.  So I'm curious, would you decorate with a phone in your home?

Source: Walking Around

In Need of a Housewarming Gift Idea?

Housewarming presents have suddenly gotten easier with the discovery of Dear Friend by the very talented Rebekka Mann Seale(Cool name alert!)She creates custom portraits of homes with her beautiful line and watercolour illustrations.  I think these could just be the perfect house warming present for anyone looking for a personal touch.  She is booked solid until 2013 (bummer!) but you can check out Rebekka's lovely shop here.

The New Book From Good Bones Great Pieces

Do your read Good Bones Great Pieces?  They are one of my favourite blogs for a brilliant take on traditional pieces done in modern ways.  I've just pre ordered their book and I'm so excited to receive it in May.  A labour of love for over a year, Suzanne and Lauren take a look at the 7 pieces every home needs to stay stylish and functional.  The Ladies Home Journal did a sneak peak and I loved checking it out.  I'm dying to have a love seat just like the one below - so lovely!

 

 

 Source: Good Bones Great Pieces

Serena & Lily - A Kindred Spirit

My darlings, it's not often that you find a kindred spirit but I feel that's exactly what Serena & Lily is to my home decoration style.  Bright and fun in colour palates I can only dream of, the look is a modern take on traditional. Their catalogue is a visual feast and well worth a check out.