Velvet

Apologies if you have already seen this post, it was meant to go live last week when Blogger went all crazy!
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If velvet love could be measured in the blogosphere it would come with a very high score, because we all love a bit of velvet, right? or a lot! I have been highly obsessed with velvet sofas, and my goal is to get either one in my next house. Maybe a love seat, like this one fuchsia from Urban Outfitters or maybe this royal blue sofa from Graham & Green. Anyhow, while I decide here are some of my favourite inspiration.

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Pearl's home

This is the home of Pearl Lowe. For those of you who don't know Pearl Lowe, she is a British songwriter turned designer. After leaving the wild life in London she now lives with all her family in Somerset, close to Bath, in an ever charming cottage. I saw her house in the latest Grazia issue and had to share. i looked around the internet but couldn't find any pictures so here they are straight from the magazine! It's incredibly beautiful, full of rustic and vintage details and quirky bits that make this an unforgettable home.
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Etsy Love: Octavi

I haven't done an Etsy post in a very very long time! Octavi has beautiful hand made cushions and what caught my eye very long time ago was the mix of pretty fabrics and use of flowers, stripes and vintage lace. 

The yellow one has been among my etsy favourites for a very long time, and it always draws my attention. 

What are your etsy must haves, that you love but somehow never end up buying?

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Random thought: Do you have a Pioneer Woman favourite recipe? I do, it's this one. GO for it! She is getting her own TV cooking show on Food Network. Double yum!

oh Milo!

So by now you have all seen Joy's new living room right? The one designed by Emily Henderson for her Secrets from a Stylist programme. You have, haven't you? I quite like it. It has many many really pretty ideas and I think it's perfect for Joy and Bob, which is what matters at the end of the day. Anyway, I am obsessed with this chair (btw, this is a different kind post with words between pics, wow!):

Pretty uh? The rocker is a vintage find and has been reupholstered to look this gorgeous, and it's a Milo Baughman. And that made me look and Google, my best friend helped me lots.  Mid century genius, I love how he mixed chrome, wood and pretty fabrics.

These 2 examples below are pure sophistication.

And what about this amazing credenza topped with marble? Where is my jaw? Love it too?

Find more: ebay|1stdibs

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Book worms

A home without books is not a home. Im a big big fan of big shelves, big bookcases and colourful (or not) books. I think they give a warm vibe to any room and any house and a playful mood. I have always been surrounded by books, my parents house is chock full which probably explains my deep love. Love it too?

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Light!

This living room has many of the elements I love: several seating options, neutrals and colors, wood and textures, everything fits beautifully in place. 
All the natural light is another plus and what caught my eye was the mid century-ish(?) furniture.
It's friday, yay!
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What do you think?

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An Ikea balcony

One of the bits I like the most at Ikea is their garden/summer furniture. I'm always very excited to see what new they have, might be because it's not year long available! The Ikea blog has some pretty fantastic stylings, I love seeing their inspiration, they do a great styling job, it's all on Swedish, which means I understand 0 but I do thoroughly enjoy their ideas. Just like the ones below, I would so love my little balcony to look like that! Actually I might give it a go now that spring is here! 

Kelly Hoppen's Ideas

Some days ago I received Kelly Hoppen's new book, Ideas (thanks!). For those of you who don't know Kelly (anyone?) she is a fabulous british interior designer. Her style is minimalistic but luxurious at the same time, modern but also very welcoming, very warm.  

I really enjoyed the book, Kelly's work is flawless and the book is full of tips and ideas, beautiful photography, neutrals colors and a heartfelt introduction by none other that Victoria Beckham. A must read definitely.
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More of Kelly's fine work
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Book cover and book photography by Mel Yates

Mid Century Love

Lately I have been looking to add a console to seat behind our sofa. I would love some extra storage and I think it would look nice in the overall living room look. And in this search I have been drawn towards a mid century look. Clean lines, structured oak, plenty of space and sophisticated look. A real winner. The rocker chair is also in my dream list. Yours too?

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Tea and greens

Well it's almost almost here, the weekend is here! Is everyone excited? I certainly am! No specific plans, maybe a trip to Ikea. I have been thinking of going for ages but never made it. I would also like to pick up (somewhere?!) some vintage(y) tea tins to make something like this here. How gorgeous it is? I have wished many times I had a window just above the sink!
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Have a lovely weekend! 

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Rustic

This home, featured in Homes and Gardens, has so many details I like. Like the kitchen floor for example, dark and subtle. The rustic elements, are you tired of hearing me saying it? The living room is crazy gorgeous, earthy colours, amazing accessories, a fab leather couch and a beautiful mustard arm chair. What's more to ask? oh yes, it's an English Edwardian house. ha! beat that...