My new desk!

Not to gloat or anything, but I got the BEST deal on this desk from DWR. Not only was it down from $700 to $350, but since I bought the floor sample, I ended up getting the whole thing for practically $200!! Since I carted it home with Chad (my arms are STILL killing me), I've been looking for some colorful accessories to put on the top shelf. I've been thinking orange would look great, since my chair and storage unit around already that color, so I got the short Totem vase from Crate and Barrel (only $15!).
But then I saw these great resin candleholders from West Elm and thought, why not add some green in the mix? It is after all my favorite color. And West Elm has some resin accessories like trays and bowls in the most wonderful shade of kelly green. I'll have to stop by and pick some up for paperclips and such.

Cavern

Since I'm obsessed with wallpaper and tired of all the usual stuff (sorry Cole and Sons), I thought I'd mention Cavern. The duo of Carly Margolis and Ophir Tanz have created some KILLER patterns featuring animals like horses, tigers, peacocks, and birds. My favorite is Blackbird, both in black and white AND the new version of black on kraft paper. Carly sent me a sample and I plan on framing it because its just too beautiful. Check out their website for better pictures and more info.

A Plate Grows in Brooklyn

Thank you, Fishs Eddy, for finally giving Brooklyn its props. The 12x12 Brooklyn plate was designed by Pratt Institute student Jordan Awan, as part of a student design contest run by Fishs Eddy a while back. Its great as a serving plate, but has no matching dinner plates or cups like the "212" NYC designs they already sell. I asked the sales people if other options were coming out, and it doesn't seem like there will be, but who knows what will happen in the future. The first run of plates sold out quickly, but the Fishs Eddy is Brooklyn Heights has a ton, so go grab yours (only $28!)

Amy Rogers

Yet another fabulous designer from Auto: Amy Rogers. She actually sews these gorgeous flowers by hand! And the best part is that they're multifunction! You can attach them to your blazer, pin them in your hair, wear them as a necklace, corsage, you name it, you can do it! I think they're a way better look than the huge fake flower pin trend SJP started in Sex and the City (RIP). Note, these dont come cheap: around $170, but hey, its worth it. Stop by the store to see plenty more colors and designs.

Jane D'Arensbourg Pyrex jewelry

Jane D'Arensbourg is a Brooklyn based artist and designer who creates these beautifully durable Pyrex glass pieces. They're sold at Auto, and the store has more items from Jane than the website shows (I own a green Pyrex ring from her). Pretty cool.

Bev Hisey

I saw Bev Hisey's stuff over the summer, and fell in love immediately. Working from Toronto, she does beautiful pillows, runners, blankets and rugs in various fabrics and leathers, but my favorites are her die-cut felt reveal pillows. The colors are so vibrant that they'd dress up any drab apartment.
You can find her stuff at Tiny Living or Kimberly Hall Kids in NYC, and Apartment Zero in Washington DC if you happen to be down there.

Sublime Design!

Sublime American Design is a great store in Tribeca featuring over 100 designs from American designers. While I've seen a bunch of the designs on websites, there are plenty of things I've never seen before, and its nice to actually be able to try them out and see them in person. My favorite has to be the Liquid Tables by Rick Lee, but the Red Light District Lamps by Nicholas Furrow are a close second. The store is open Mon-Wed by appointment only, and Thurs-Sat 11-7 to the public, but the website has most if not all of the stuff to check out at your leisure. And while you're there, stop by Bubby's for lunch, dinner, whatever...they're practically neighbors.

Linea Nervenkitt

Just checked in at Linea Nervenkitt and found every piece of jewelry I could ever want. I'm especially loving the Moss earrings. She has an absolute attention to detail, and uses precious little gems to accent her pieces....its never over done and I love it! You can find more of her stuff here.