May 26, 2013

Sunday in Drew Barrymore's kitchen...

Drew Barrymore is selling her Montecito estate and looking through the rooms, her kitchen caught my eye.  I'm not sure I like it, though I love yellow and wood counters, it doesn't seem all that user-friendly. What do you think of the two fridges next to each other? Do you like this kitchen or would you do a complete gut renovation? I think I would change it big time starting with the floor.





What say you?  Do you love it or hate it?

Have a great weekend!! 

xoxo

May 17, 2013

Best of MI...Fabulous Fabric Fridays...Richard Smith...


Well, its my last Friday in my seaside cottage and I've gone for my last walk...its bittersweet for me, but on to bigger and better things now.  I thought in true fashion for a Friday, I would post one of my favorite columns about one of my favorite places in the world: England.  My mother was born in Scotland and I lived in England so it has a very special place in my heart. Not to mention aunts, cousins and friends live there so its always a vacation I want to take.  So, enjoy and have a great weekend! I will be posting from my new digs soon! Thanks for following and stopping by -

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From October 2010



'Fairlight' - Richard's 17th century farmhouse

I'm sorry I'm so late with this post but I spilled hot coffee on my laptop keyboard and it stopped working! Needless to say, I purchased a keyboard that is spill-proof (!!) so it is just a quick fix until I decide to take my laptop in for some 'surgery...'  I digress...welcome to Jolly Old England for this post. Highlighting a fabulous textile designer in the UK - Richard Smith who has redone his country home and uses ALL his own fabrics to decorate...I think you will like what you see - I can't decide which room I like best...:))

Richard has designed fabrics for F. Schumacher and Warner Fabrics...




Richard Smith in his studio amongst his textiles...

'Cecily' hand printed silk...





(original images by James Merrell)
(Interior Design by Diana Kelly with Richard Smith)
I love all of the rooms, but the turquoise linen fabric in the dining room and these curtains above are particularly beautiful...Richard has done different collections for 'No. 9 Thompson' and you can see more here.  Since living in England, I have a soft spot for all things British and of course, British design.  Thank you for spending a little time with me this week and I hope you all have a great weekend!! I have something special for you next week so please stop in again! xx :))

May 14, 2013

Best of MI...Fabulous Fabric Fridays...Saffron Marigold




I have so many great posts from the past, I thought it was rather inspiring!! I used to do this column every Friday and this company has some seriously gorgeous fabrics that are STILL so in demand.  I love all of these, but the 'Morning Dew' really catches my eye. Which is your favorite??
Enjoy! 


SAFFRON MARIGOLD - FROM JULY 2010


Welcome to the world of Saffron Marigold...following last week's post featuring 'Les Indiennes, I am in love with all fabrics Indian.  These are curtain panels that are so reasonably priced, its ridiculous. The first photo above is called 'Maharaja -Beautiful Burgundy Royal Elephant Colonial Curtain' - isn't that great? and it is only $24.99 per panel!! Happy shopping indeed!

Spice Route - Decorative Red Orange Moroccan Tab Top Panel -

Kilim Noir - Designer Black Gold Tab Top Cotton Panel -

India Rose - Luxury Pink Floral Indian Sari Print Curtain Panel -

Morning Dew - Elegant Decorative Yellow Blue French Beaded Valance - (this valance is only $19.99)


The company also creates shower curtains, duvets, bedspreads, pillow covers, sheer curtains, table linens and cushion covers. The website is beautiful...for more inspiration please go here: http://www.saffronmarigold.com/ - there is a catalog and you can sign up for 'exclusive savings and announcements.'

Which fabrics would you choose for your home? perhaps some curtains? or a bedspread? Do you like a lot of pattern around your windows?

(images courtesy saffronmarigold.com)

May 13, 2013

On the beach...

Sorry I have been a terrible blogger this week. I have so much going on and so many balls in the air, blogging is unfortunately an effort I just don't feel like I have time for right now.  I am moving from the beach, just down the road a bit but not across the street from the beach (boo hoo).  I have also become a landlord, so this is new and a little scary but exciting for me. I am taking this week to move slowly since my landlord said I could take some extra time.  My lease is up May 15th, but he is not holding me to this, which is great. Whew! Its been a helluva year for me but I am on to bigger and better things. Thank you for sticking with me. I thought I would post a couple of my beach photos - I will miss this place - it is also the place where I lost my best friend, my cat Scooter in December, so its bittersweet.







My beloved little friend Scooter, I miss you!!


(all images by me)

On the beach in Downeast Maine -

I will be back soon! 

Take care and please stop by! 

xoxo


May 5, 2013

Mother's Day gift ideas...from NOVICA...

Hello and Happy Sunday!  I have a special treat for you from Novica, which is a new site to shop for goods made around the world in association with National Geographic  

When I was little, I used to love reading National Geographic because it gave me insight into other cultures and people around the world. This was where I first learned about Mt. Everest and the Himalayas. Where I learned about people living in Africa with different customs, clothes, food and jewelry. Places with no cars, telephones, TV's or books.  Novica is a unique marketplace where artisans from around the world can showcase their creations in one place, and give us, the consumers, a real connection to where its from, and more importantly, who crafted it, whether jewelry, furniture, handbags or art. Each item includes a full story and history of the artisan.

I have chosen some great items for Mom, or birthday, or gift for someone that you may need. I have been on the lookout for unique handbags, and I think I found what I'm looking for. Rather than buy a handbag from Macy's that was made in China, I would rather buy a one of a kind from an artisan who is trying to make a living in a remote part of the world.  Here are some gift ideas:

Please note that all of these are available with FREE GIFT WRAP!!

Gorgeous sterling silver pendant - Modern Heart necklace - $38.99
More info

Zapotec cotton bedspread - 'Emerald Fields' - $169.95 (King size)
More info

'Ebony Chic' cotton jewelry case - $49.95
More info

Cotton handbag - 'Blue Butterflies' - $21.49
More info

Cotton shoulder bag - 'Shadow of the Forest' - $49.95
More info


Rustic marble backgammon Set - $72.95
More info


Reclaimed teakwood chair - $189.99
More info




Cotton + Leather shoulder bag - 'Evening Dew' - $89.99
More info




Be sure to check out the following links as well:

Unique Gifts for Mom
Jewelry Gifts for Mom
Necklace Gifts for Mom
Religious Gifts for Mom
Sculpture Gifts for Mom

You can also join their site of curators: Novica Curators
and create your own collections like Elizabeth Gilbert
has - the author of 'Eat Pray Love' !!


(all images courtesy Novica.com)

I received a gift certificate and after viewing all the
fantastic products, I will have a hard time choosing  
what I want. I hope you enjoy learning about this wonderful
artisan site - have a great day!!




May 3, 2013

Did you know I have a shop?


Hello fellow bloggers out there in blogland.  Happy Friday! I didn't know whether anyone out there knows I have a rather modest shop on my blog, aptly called 'The Shop' - I know, very creative! 

Well, I have some items that you might find interesting including a couple of pillows and some clothing that is virtually brand new.  I am moving soon and need to clean out stuff and as you know, when you get rid of stuff, you end up buying more stuff! (George Carlin said it, not me).  I just don't have enough followers to make any kind of impact, so I thought I would post and tweet about it. I have PayPal set up, so if you are interested in an item, send me an email (monacointeriors76@yahoo.com) and I will send you an invoice. Its simple! And you don't have to leave your house - even better!  I have posted a few items below to tempt you - I hope you will stop by and check it out and have a great weekend!!

Did you see Kate Middleton in her Topshop Polka Dot
Dress?? Dots are hot!  $10.00 + $3.00 shipping
(Petite Medium)






Hot, hot, hot dots!! $10.00 + $3.00 shipping
(Petite Medium)

Vintage Tray Table - Set of two $40.00 + $10 shipping or
one table for $20.00 + $5.00 shipping

Sweet yellow + white pillow $10.00 + $3.00 shipping

(images by me)
(image of Kate Middleton AP/INGphoto.com)


There are more items in the shop and I live in a
smoke free home!!

Check it out!

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