Kindred

Friday, December 6, 2013

What's up with those lights?

I've been noticing these crazy, spider like lights in many of my favorite design inspirations lately.

DWR notes that.."Serge Mouille designed his angular, insect-like lights as "a reaction to the Italian models that were beginning to invade the market in 1950," which he criticized for being "too complicated." Mouille designed the Three-Arm Lamp for a client whose instructions were simply, "I want a big light because I have clients in South America who have huge rooms."

I'm well aware that I'm late to the party with these, but I'm on board now. Turns out that they are quite a statement for those in the know, and they come with a price tag to match.

If I were to go for one in my own work, I would do these. When I see them used in a beautiful room, I think of what Deborah Needleman says about adding a black element to a space. Christine Dovey nails it..

They definitely have the black going for them, and I think they add a quirky modern spirit as well. I'm not sure where I could use one in my home, but you never know!

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Needlepoint Stockings

Needlepoint stockings are wonderful family heirlooms. Old fashioned yes, but always lovely.

Stitchbirds in Greenbrae has one of the most amazing collections of needlepoint designs in the country, and I fell in love yesterday. For years I have walked by this beautiful shop and thought that I should start the tradition of making a stocking for each member of my family. This is a project that will take a very long time, but it will be worth it. I feel a little like a grandma, but my grandmas are awesome. There really is no substitute for the gifts you make yourself, and I know that this stocking, (and the one I will have to make after it) will be loved.

Stretched on a frame

Last night's progress. Wish me luck!

Monday, December 2, 2013

Mark D. Sikes

Mark D Sikes is my favorite designer and blogger. Here's why...

markdsikes.com

Enter the shop here Happy Holiday Shopping!!

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Holiday Decorating

I love the holidays, I really do. My mom is a nut for holiday decorating, and after years of resisting, I've fallen for it too. Here are our pilgrims..