Centsational Girl » decor to score

Hoot Hoot

CentsationalGirl — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:18:44 +0000

Isn’t it funny how certain animals find their way into design trends ? Is it just me, or are zebra rugs and deer heads all the rage right now ? Don’t get me wrong, I’m a lover of the animal print and the faux fur as you know, when used in moderation.

One nocturnal creature I’ve always been fond of is Mr. Owl. Perhaps it comes from childhood and that fantastic poem with the Pussycat. Like most other feathered friends, I’m loving seeing these birds popping up again in modern décor.

Dishtowel and Switchplate, Anthropologie

Candlesticks and Snowy White Owl, Z Gallerie

Owl Clock, Decoylab

Two’s Company Umbrella Stand, Madison Ave Gift

Owl Pitcher, The Cross

Owl Family, Viva Terra

Owl Print, Mirabel on Etsy

Retro Mod Owl Print, Ebay

Owl Lamp, 1st Dibs

Vintage Salt & Pepper Shakers, Etsy

Spring Owl Tree print, Etsy

Owl Lamp, Willow

Keychains, LeatherPrince

Hooted Owl Onesie, Mini Me Baby Gear

Plush Owls, Pottery Barn Kids

I have such a soft spot for cute owl figurines. I even have my own little friend under glass right here at home.

But if you really really want him, you can pick him up in my Etsy shop.

What’s your theory on decorating with animals ? Do you have a favorite that you collect, or love to display ? Tell us owl about it.

Decor to Score from CB2

CentsationalGirl — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:00:00 +0000

Perhaps I’ve been living under a rock, but there is a new catalog I am getting in the mail for the last few months that features some modern and hip decor that, how shall I say, rocks.

CB2 is a sister store of Crate and Barrel, with a few stores in NYC, LA, Chicago, SF and Berkeley. It features modern decor that is edgy, hip and contemporary. For someone like me who leans traditional, I find myself strangely drawn to many of their modern accessories. Am I the only one left on the planet who is just hearing about this line of affordable decor?

Here are my new favorites:

Sprout Bottle Vases, $5 to $8

Grassy spherical Astro Balls, $3 to $4

Like sands through the Hour and Minute Glasses, $10 to $30, also in gray

Taj/Mahal vases, $5

Go for a ride with this Bike Pillow, $30

Travel south of the border with these Andes/Inca/Urpu vases, $10 to $20

Say ‘Good Morning’ with this Carton Vase, $7

Give your guests pause with a Comma Plate, $4

A great look when grouped in a collection like this.

Formosa Tray Table, $50, also in white

Aah, some agua. Stainless Steel Water Pitcher, $30