pulitzer prize

delicious pieces from lilly pulitzer summer collection! 

jadeite junkie

image via eddie ross

i can't get enough of jadeite...it is such an amazing 

and beautiful color of green and i suggest if you are a lover of 

any shade of green to get some. it comes in so many forms.

i own the two largest sizes of these pedestals pictured above.

they look right at home in my 1950's kitchen

delight is right

happened upon another note worthy blog today!

delight by design

had to share this happy spring brunch themed post from

Blair Friedman in jackson hole, wyoming

you will find so many other fantastic and exciting

posts from her creative mind...enjoy!

love list

our little frenchie is such an angel...she is spoiled rotten but makes us laugh daily! she is sweet, lovable and makes friends with others so very easily and that is why she is something i love and couldn't live without. french bulldogs are amazing pets!!

floral & coral

two trends that we are seeing a lot this summer to

decorate you and your home.

clockwise starting top left 1. stella dot $138,

2. 1st dibs pendent $3,400 pair,

3. missoni flower rug,

4. delia's floral maxi $49.50

jimmy dandy john derian

these festive and colorful votives are the perfect addition to a party or fiesta! they are by geraldine gonzalez and sourced through john derian. each one is a handmade piece of art and comes alive with candle light dancing within. hope you will check out the other miscellaneous items that this website features.

rainbow bright

april showers may bring may flowers but i think we can 

all agree when a rainbow is spotted it is magical.

God is so good and we could all use a little bit of news to smile about.

check out this website if you are in need of a pick-me-up! rainbow sightings

creative canvas

these two images are of baby showers i have thrown for two friends that i painted these canvas to not only serve a decor during the shower but to be a gift for them to use if they would like in their homes. i would like to offer this to others who may be interested. just shoot me an email and we can discuss all the details: courtneyadams81@gmail.com options of design and colors are endless!!

my design diary

via david jimenez 

alisha gwen, fellow blogger of my design diary, seems to have lots of the same loves that inspire me so check out her blog for lots of quotes, shopping trips to tjmaxx, love of color, her recent work and much more...enjoy!!

via BedandBreakfast.com

wow...i have been away from the blogging world too long! i have been settling in to my new job as a wedding coordinator at the Wildwood Inn. it has been lots of fun and a good change from the design world but still allowing my creative juices to flow. i will only be working part time once my training is complete so my time will free up for blogging. i have missed it so stay tuned for lost more exciting posts...

sweet shelter

came across a new blog today while checking out brown button and

i am already in love with it...
check out her most recent post on shelter

here are some pics...this one is definitely going on my daily dose list!!

images via kristen buckingham

califonia dreaming

via patio culture

what a fresh approach to outdoor living. the vintage bamboo dining set is only $1,650...what a steal 

only down side is that you would have to pay shipping from CA.

check out the website for more fab finds and ideas!!

melamine magic

via bongenre

have purchased some of these

fun plates before and they have held up so very well.

these are a great way to dress up your outdoor entertaining!!

pierced perfection

via Miranda Meilleur
these beautiful pieces are works of art

pendent necklace, pendent lighting or both

via auto.

made from new and vintage necklaces...

talk about a fun "jewel" for your room!

greens for spring

via domino mag

still trying to decide what direction to take our front living room...loving this fresh and happy green palette that would be so very welcome in our little 1950's cottage home

festive pj's

fun little lounging pants from tracy porter

fab find

watch out j.crew, banana republic and so many other selling cute punchy jewels like these stelladot.com has got some fun pieces at great price points!!

furniture facelift

what a great "green" project to give this piece a new life in your home. this inspiration is via eddie ross' blog. he is an innovative designer who's talents were shown on Top Design. check out his blog for step by step instructions on how best to tackle this project with success. i have seen many secretaries like this in antique malls that are just crying out for a little makeover. what a great looking mail center and perfect for staying organized!

tea time

this is some of the best tea from harney & son not only b/c of the delicious flavors but the precious tins they come in. i usually find these at my local starbucks but i have seen them in many high end groceries and specialty tea shops. i would like to recommend the winter white earl grey flavor for this chilly morning during texas' probably last cold snap!

groovy grosgrain

via domino

via domino

via domino

via gervasoni

via gervasoni

love the different uses for grosgrain ribbon!

please send me more if you have some favs...

speckled little egg

just in time for the easter bunny to put in your basket!! what a great statement piece...way to go yves saint laurent. be sure to see all angles via net-a-porter.

formerly formal

these amazing finds are from metrosofa. these antique tradish frames are made modern and fresh with a coat of paint or just new fabrics! check out their site for more treasures or inspiration for your own little makeover.

love list

festive green that is sure to perk up any outfit

via Neiman Marcus

loving the bright orange color and the shape from coach

love how this one looks like lots of striped grosgrain ribbon all sewn together!

via henri bendel

at the end of each week i want to add to the list of things i love by sharing something i love owning or just drooling over. this time i am drooling over these handbags. i have been the proud owner of a louis vitton for several years which has been good and kept me from wanting to buy LOTS and LOTS of bags. but these bags might change my mind. hope you enjoy and thanks for viewing my blog yet another week!

scheming up a juicy palette

love this green fabric scheme from domino mag and these farrow and ballow paint schemes featured on coco+kelley. design concept boards are a great way to get a fresh take on a room and an easy way to get comfortable working with a designer. many designers will be happy to give a one time consulting concept board to jump start your project!

designer crush

another style icon is branching out in more ways than one...kelly weastler for sferra. the website shows pillows, bedding, table linens, napkin rings, etc. here are some of my favs but check the website out if you want to more.

who's the fairest of them all

via id chicago

via velocity

via anthropologie

via wisteria

via jeffery harris

these decorative mirrors are sure to get a double take and not just to view the reflection!!