{Vintage Inspiration} It's in the Details: Doilies

So I know there are some doily lovers out there, but when most of you think of a doily you probably think of your grandmother's house or of a bad homemade valentine.  Well, the vintage wedding trend has breathed new life into the doily, and I for one am really liking the fresh take on them and all of the fun ways to use them.

{doily paper goods}

{via etsy, via martha stewart weddings, via etsy,via etsy, via oh hello friend, source unknown but searching}

{doily wedding decor details}

{via sparkle and hay, via elizabeth anne designs, via a little red ribbon, via intimate weddings, via oh hello friend, 

via oh hello friend}

{doily desserts}

{via ruffled, via betsywhite, via my sweet and saucy, bottom row all via betsywhite}

{doily fashion}

{dress via weddingwindow, clutch via etsy}

{doilies for your home}

{via etsy, via the sweetest occasion, via elizabeth anne designs}

What do you think of doilies?  Vintage chic or too "grandma's living room"?  If you are a fan, check out this DIY doily table runner post I did here, and this DIY doily valentine post I did here.  If you have a doily DIY project, email it to me and I'll feature it.

classic wardrobe

A wardrobe that showcases clothes rather than hide them ... who woulda thought it? Mathilde Alders that's who! Elegant and practical, this French oak wardrobe has rails and hangers that can slide out and flaunt your favourite pieces. It's also super gorgeous. x

It's in the Details: Chicken Wire

Since we have long ago established that I love all things rustic, vintage, flea-markety (yes, that is a real adjective!), and country chic, I'm always looking for ways to incorporate that type of stuff into wedding and home decor.  Enter, chicken wire...

Photo 2 via GoRustic, Photo 9 via designfabulous, remaining photos from Country Living

I love the look of chicken wire - the graphic pattern of it.  I think it could look really cool on a wedding stationery suite for a rustic farm or barn wedding, with little chicken wire touches in the decor.  You could have the flower girl basket and bathroom goodies baskets made out of chicken wire, and maybe the escort cards displayed on a chicken wire board like the one above.  Someone please use it in their wedding and then share the pictures with me!

cute breadboards

This breadboard from snugstudio in Germany is adorable. I'd love to butter my toast on one of these each morning. They also come in the shape of a cloud or a campervan.

bed heads with a twist

Loving the different versions of bed heads I have seen around lately. It seems anything goes, but I am particularly loving the use of brown leather pads, a stencil on ply, or carved wood for a bed head.

via here, here and here

Etsy Favorites {#3}

It's time for another round of etsy favorites.  This time I'm featuring items from some of my favorite etsy sellers.

First up is Ink and Button.  I love the adorable headbands and fascinators that she makes, and she does custom orders.  Plus, she uses mason jars in her photos, and you know how much I love mason jars!

{Ink and Button}

Next is etsy seller Tytie who turns old things like books into furniture pieces for your home.  LOVE these, but seriously, how cute is that tea cup light!?

{tytie}

Looking for a more wedding specific etsy seller?  How about goosegrease, who makes custom wedding toppers, or even sells DIY kits so you can make your own!

{goosegrease}

a little visit from miss rue

The March/April 11 issue of Rue found its way to my inbox this morning. Yipeee! I haven't had the chance to have a good read yet, but this feature about the new shared studio space belonging to the girls from bash, please and photographer Annie McElwain jumped out at me while I was having a little sneak peek. Isn't it lovely?

I'm loving all the online magazines floating around lately. Rue, Lonny and homegrown Australian publication Adore Home Magazine, all have me tightly in their grip. What are your faves? Do you have any other suggestions for me? x

bits and bobs

Loving these bits and pieces from Urban Outfitters. Must Have = the scratch it world map. Every time you visit somewhere new you scratch the place on the map and it changes colour. It's fun and a different way to keep track of your travels. I think it would make a great wedding or engagement present. I'd love to know what you think? I am seriously pondering getting one. x

tea towels to dry for...

Who said tea towels had to be boring? Some (like the ones above) would make a great gift, or you could turn them into a work of art by hanging them on display in the kitchen. 'Drop scones not bombs', gotta love it. x

via 1. & 3. To Dry For, 2. Third Drawer Down

dream home...

This hideaway in Spain is drop dead gorgeous, don't you think? I love how the stone feature walls contrast with the clean white lines. And what about the sunken seating in the living room? Pure genius! I can't believe we don't see it more often. x

Photos James Silverman