I came across this blog yesterday and had the best laugh.  The blog is a collection of images from Dwell and hilarious commentary written by the author. I recommend scrolling through the blog, all of them are so funny, but these are my favorite:

You can come out when you can properly explain the differences between Modernist architecture and postmodern ornamentation.

(Dwell, February/March 2006)

It was unclear how her life had become so riddled with obvious metaphors.

(Dwell, July/August 2004)

Still recovering from broken trust, neither wanted to be the first to try the eggs.

(Dwell, November 2009)

He sipped his tepid coffee and pondered how to tell her that, in fact, the pants made the sack dress even less appealing.

(Dwell, October 2009)

Everyone always leaves.

(Dwell, April 2009)

Yes, GG does have great fashion.  But I often feel their interiors designed by Christina Tonkin get overlooked.  If you’re having a hard time, I’m sure you’ll be able to tell by the last photos.  Does anybody know when the new season starts?

I first spotted this beauty in Domino.  I’ve been trying to convince any client of mine to do something like it.  The scalloping is just gorgeous!!  Designed by the talented Bunny Williams for Tonic Home.

i know i should enjoy being pregnant. and i do. i know i should enjoy my time with our baby boy as a baby. and i will. but i can’t wait to dress him in cute little preppy clothes.

While on our five hour hunt for a coffee table this weekend, we came across The Curiosity Shoppe.  I’ve seen their site, and browsed their collection online (you should too, fun stuff!), but seeing their quirky collections in person was fun.  It goes against a my design philosophy: clutter and nik-naks.  But a lot of their things could be useful.  Like this ceramic trophy vase!  I’ve built up the collection of vases.  And there are only two I use in my home decor.  One bought in Thailand, the other bought from my sweetheart.  I can imagine this up on my mantel everyday.  Like any prized trophy.

I’ve always been a big fan of Viva Terra: contemporary, nature-inspired, quirky but not corny designs.  Right now, I’m diggin the gustavian vintage bed.  The other ones shown are favorites too. :)

Very appropriate title for this Polaroid…and day.  Luckily our side of the city doesn’t get too much fog; however, we’re not exempt from all this rain!! It’s been crazy! There’s been flooding out in the suburbs, and even Pixi isn’t wanting to go out.  I heard SF had a rainy season, but I didn’t think it’d be this bad! At least we get a happy summer…right?

It’s a classic.  At least for my age group.  The painted ladies, Joey Gladstone, Uncle Jesse, the family dog Comet.  What’s not to love about Full House?  Especially the charming Pacific Heights Victorian the family lives in.  While Browsing through this month’s Elle Decor, I ran across this article.  I think I might become an individual in the “clusters of tourists…snapping photos paparazzi style.”  In Mick’s words, “One day when you become a rich, famous, interior designer” perhaps we can afford to live in a Pacific Heights, three bedroom home with 40-year-old boxwood hedges.  Maybe then I can convince Mick that classic antique furniture, soothing colors, and TVs on top of fireplaces are design appropriate these days.  Until then, I’ll just gawk at these beautiful pictures of the renovated Full House home.

Awe…sweet little dainty cups.  Found through house 42.

I love the rustic look of the headboard with the clean, contemporary lines of of bedding.  This actually  seems like something that can easily be recreated: make a niche out of the reclaimed timber, and upholster the wall.  Easy!!

Maybe it’s because Mick served his LDS mission close by Rio de Janeiro, but I always love these pictures the taken by the Sartorialist. I love the colors in this picture.

I think it’s gloomy all around the country…it sure is here in San Francisco.  Doesn’t this sweater look perfect for a rainy day?

Find out when the goodness can happen for you.

Oh l LOVE this!!

A. Where can I find a miniature Vespa scooter?

B. one that is inexpensive and doesn’t run?

C. How in the world do I convert this into a “rocking horse?”

It’s a rainy, wet day here in San Francisco.  My legs ache from running up all the hills here. And I think I’ve hit the wall with unpacking, running errands, and organizing our new place.  I’m taking a lazy day today.  And boy does it feel good.  Luckily I’ve been able to receive two packages today since I’m home (they won’t leave them at the doorstep…obviously).  Perhaps I’ll put together our bathroom cabinet…even though I just said I was sick of doing things like that.  I was going to make Crème brûlée with my new nifty little torch, but the torch doesn’t come with the propane.  I guess mailing propane isn’t the safest thing.  Anyway, thanks for reading and thanks for being my friend.  I’m going to go cuddle with Pixi now.

We watched Julie and Julia this weekend.  Unlike everyone else, it didn’t inspire me to cook nor blog…it made me want to go back to Paris.  This was our last night in Europe altogether.  Both missing home; but both not wanting to leave the magic of Europe.  We strolled around downtown Paris eating as many pastries and crepes as we could. And when we eventually got back to our hotel, I wanted to go back out and eat more…

In need of some beautiful block printed cottons or linens?  John Robshaw has a wide collection of Indian-inspired textiles. Some of my favorite, in the form of throw pillows:

I love artist Annie Harwell. Particularly her chair prints.  But this saying just does something for me.  If Mick would let me hang pinky-salmony things, I’d have this over our desk.

Looking at normal clothes doesn’t really do anything for me anymore…so I resort to inexpensive necklaces to jazz up my outfits.  Pretty necklace for $15.  Not bad…

Beautiful ideas for table settings captured by photographer Gemma Comas.  I don’t know if it’s too small, but that branch has a name stamped onto it.  Oh so cute.  And those egg shells! So delicate and simple I love it.