CUSTOM PENDANT NECKLACE $89

Rather than me describing these awesome, custom silhouette necklaces, read below from the jewelry maker herself and click here for more details.  

All I need is a profile photo. Your sweetheart, child, grandchild, dog, cat, horse or even bird's silhouette will be carefully hand cut by me, reduced to size by computer and then lovingly turned into a beautiful keepsake pendant.

I use vintage and antique rings to frame the silhouette. Most are aged brass, please let me know if you have a nickel allergy and I will help you choose the appropriate ring. Your loved one is protected by a thin layer of non-toxic resin. The back of the pendant is covered with decorative paper. I like use italian hand-marbled papers and prints, antique sheet music, and foreign language book pages. I can include any text you would like for an extra $10.

HAND - STITCHED ORNAMENTS $18

I am so screwed!  Christmas is bearing down on me and I am sooooo behind.  I mean, scary behind.  Like I need a month  and I have a week... YIKES!  So, here i am perusing the net for some inspiration and looking for who can ship to me in time before Santa shows up.
I came across these adorable knitted ornaments and had to share.  Too adorable!
From Terrain (God I wish I lived in Glen Mills, PA!)
Click here for mushroom and here for owl.

ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY HOODED POLY JACKET $126

Love this gray and white striped polyester hooded jacket to be worn over your athletic separates . 

From Net A Porter and 40% off!  (Was $210).  So chic!

Buy here.

WOOL ACORNS $22

Just too cute to ignore!  These wool acorn ornaments make me smile.  Great for tree decoration or gift wrapping. Buy here from Etsy.  Set of nine acorns.

SAFE RADIO $59.99

Did you ever buy that radio that works in case of black outs, or in emergency situations?  I haven't! But here is your answer!  This is a portable radio that recharges with a hand crank and you can plug your iPhone or MP3 player in to it for some sweet tunes.  Made of bio-plastics derived from bamboo.  Perfect gift!
Buy here from West Elm.
Was $99.

MIDAS GOLDEN CUTLERY $180

I'm becoming more and more warm to the idea of gold (plated) cutlery vs the usual silver.  If you haven't noticed, it's impossible to find good cutlery on the cheap, unless you score some at an estate sale or inherit some from family.  I hate my current cutlery and am always looking to replace my Pottery Barn crappy set, which happens to have been discontinued anyway... grumble.
Buy here from The Conran Shop.
Was $225 for 6 piece set.

HEATH SUPER SECRET 10% OFF SALE

It's something, less 10% is like not paying tax, so save yourself a few bucks and grab some Heath Ware now!  Enter "secretsale" at checkout and redeem your discount! Good until 11/21.
Click here to start shopping!

JUTE RUG 4 X 6 $199

I love the pattern of this jute rug from Sundance.  Many times, these natural fiber rugs have a simple and some what loose weave, this one incorporates different gauges and it somehow seems soft and gentle under your feet.
Buy here.

RETRO CANNING SET $8.95

Canning is all the rage now.  With so many people growing their own produce these days, it only makes sense to start storing all that darn food.  Here's a great and groovy way to begin the home-grown trend.  Also, a wonderful gift.
Buy here from Terrain.

MODERNICA FACTORY SALE! 30% - 80% OFF

THIS SATURDAY, 11/20,  in LA.  I've been once and scored a few Fiberglass molded chairs for a good price.  It's a typical designer's mecca.  Follow the long line of Priuses, and you'll see lots of Starbuck cups held by hipster folks with their fancy strollers, Persol eye-wear and iPhones, but worth the trip. If you can't make it to the sale, there is a 48 hour on line sale, too...
Check out Modernica's site for full info.
Or check out their blog, with real photos of all the stuff you can take home! 

JIMMY CHOO EARL BOOT $299.95

I can't help but post these as they are marked down $800!  If you want a deliciously comfortable shoe, here you are!  Buy from DSW, here Original price $1,100!  Hey now!

CHIE MIHARA TIE-PUMP $315 *WISH LIST*

Good God, I am dying over these.  Dying.  Dead.
Orginally $450 from Saks.  There is a hidden platform, so you will be ever-so comfy.
Made in Spain.
Buy here.  LUCKY...

HELEN BEARD CERAMIC BIRD CUPS $180 *WISH LIST*

I've had my bird-loving-eyes on these magnificent hand thrown and hand painted bird cups for so long, they are slowly but surely diminishing and only a few varieties are left.  I posted these because it is the holiday season and you never know what peeks someones fancy, but I am definitely not calling these a "deal".  But as pieces of art and collectibles, they do have a place in my blogging heart.
Buy here from Ashes and Milk.

IKEA DISHTOWEL .49

Forty nine freaking cents!  I picked up a few of these the other day on my annual trip to IKEA.  Now, I wish I had grabbed more, because it just occurred to me that these would make great Christmas napkins, or maybe gift wrap?  Maybe worth an hour drive back to the love of mine, that is IKEA.
Check it here, but not available online :(

DWR FLOOR SAMPLE SALE!

In my in-box this morning, I was alerted to this floor sale happening in all DWR showrooms.
Check this link out for more details and locations - could be worth a trip in your SUV!
***Right now, DWR has great discounts on-line, as well.

THE ESSENTIAL NEW YORK TIMES COOKBOOK $22

If you are like me, then you love to cook and love to read the Food section of the NYT.  Each recipe comes with a great story and the recipes themselves, are never too complicated or fussy.  It's a great gift idea and if you grab it at Amazon, (I freaking love Amazon!), you'll save 45%!  Buy here.

Check out this editorial review from Publisher's Weekly:

Starred Review. Hesser, a food columnist for the New York Times, offers a superb compilation of the most noteworthy recipes published by the paper since it started covering food in the 1850s. What she has produced is no less a chronicle of American culinary history--an evolutionary progression that marks the notable and sometimes regrettable changes in our approach to food--than a cookbook. Recipe originators are a hodgepodge of talent, including noted chefs and the kitchens of famed restaurants such as Le Bernardin as well as Times writers, most notably Craig Claiborne, whose culinary mastery is evidenced throughout. Every category of food is covered, and each recipe is accompanied by serving suggestions for complementary dishes within the book. From 1877's tomato soup and 1907's roast quail with sage dressing to Eisenhower's steak in the fire and 1968's sour cream coffee cake, Hesser showcases the best of the best. Each recipe is dated, and many include cooking notes. Hesser, whose witty bent permeates every page, does a more than admirable job with this stellar collection of more than 1,400 recipes, which should grace the shelves of every food-lover. (Oct.) (c)
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VINTAGE SONIA RYKIEL STRIPED SWEATER $38

Oh, what the hell?!  I'm posting this because it's the 1st thing I saw this AM on Etsy and since it's STRIPED and vintage and CHEAP, I'm sharing it with you.  It's a medium, and the seller describes it as a "slouchy" fit.  Check it out here.

DWR FARM TABLE $950

30" H x 80"L x 40"W

Hello $1000 off!  Made from SOLID hickory featuring dovetail joints and light and dark flaming wood accents.  Also has 2 dwawers for easy access to utensils, napkins, ets.  I have featured many tables here and this one seems to be as good as they get at this low price.
Original price $1,900 from DWR. 
Buy here!

TERRACE SQUARE DINING TABLE $162.50

38" D x 29" H

From DWR, an amazing price right now for a classic patio table, often featured in Julius Shulman photos, including the iconic, (and dream-worthy homes), Kaufman House and Case Study 22.  Now being used exclusively by MoMa and LaCMA for their outdoor dining.  Own it for a steal.  Original price was $650.
Buy here.

LANDS END CHARCOAL SHEET SET $129.99

OK, weird picture - sorry, but this is worth it.  Something about black / charcoal flannel sheets + winter = YES PLEASE, GOODNIGHT!  Maybe cat/dog hair will ruin the clean, black, handsome look, but if you have a black cat and/or a black dog then have at this.  Made in Portugal by master weavers.  I am about to click "buy here" myself, despite my non-black bed-loving pets!
From Lands End.  Buy here.
Original price $185 for a king set. Other colors available, BTW.

CRINKLE CAPPUCCINO CUPS $10

LOVE these!  Not just for cappuccino, but souffles, tapas, anything you can imagine!  Accented with a slight touch of humor.  Made of porcelain, these are smooth, non-porous, safe for the oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer (oh, how perfect for homemade ice cream???).
Buy here from Sur La Table.
Originally $14.95.

KING STRIPED BLANKET $210

'Tis the season to bundle up and you can never have enough blankets!  A discontinued color from Brahms Mount, gives you an $80 discount on a 100% cotton blanket.  It's not a total give away, but these blankets are gorgeous and timeless.  And made in the USA!
Buy here.

WOOD BLOCK CANDLE HOLDERS $17.95

4" H X 2" W X 2" D

Reclaimed wood floor joists from a 19th century home in Philadelphia turned into these lovely hand - poured beeswax candles, making a perfect gift for the holidays.  Original price $36.
Buy here from Terrain, my favorite!

LEATHER RHINESTONE HEADBAND $78

This unique and super stylish headband is made by renowned hat designer Euginia Kim.  Here we have a mix of gold mesh, gold chains and rhinestones with an elastic closure ensuring that this fits securely and comfortably on your head.
Original price $155.
Buy here.

STRIPED SWEATER $45

From Steven Alan, a super soft and light weight cotton sweater top and, oh look, it's striped!  Final sale, so be sure! There are a few color options, check it out.
Original price $148.
Buy here.

ETCHED VOTIVES $28

SET OF 6

A lovely idea for a hostess gift as we approach the holiday season.  You can never have enough votives!  Each mouth-blown vessel is adorned with a different botanical pattern.  And these are dishwasher safe.
Original price $40.
Buy here from Velocity.

BAKER'S TWINE $18

SET OF THREE

I live for the holidays!  Family, friends, parties and giving that certain someone a special gift from the heart.  I love finding new and interesting packaging resources.  These 2-ply cotton strings are wrapped around an old-fashioned wooden spools making them all the more authentic. 54 yards of each color,(3), makes this an awesome holiday essential.
From Sundance, buy here.

STAINLESS STEEL STRAWS $18

Hostess gift alert!!!  These are sure to get the party started!  I can only imagine how groovy these would look in a high ball glass with a bubbly libation.  Certainly a conversation starter! 
Set of 6, 8.25" tall.
Buy here from Brook Farm General Store.
*** As seen IN OPRAH'S water glass on her show!  Holla!

SANDYCOVE CARDIGAN $39.95

It's gettin' chilly out there!  Yay for sweaters on sale in the months where you can still wear them!  Instant gratification...  Check this unique and funky cardigan from Anthropologie.  Originally $78.  I love the buttons and shimmer.
Buy here!

SUMMERSTAR TRAY $69.95

21.5" D X 2.5" H

I know, summer's over!  But this reminds me that it'll be back before we know it and I will welcome it with open arms. This sweet little tray, made by hand from recycled fabric and glass, will lift the spirits of any room or lend a helping hand to your next summer soiree, albeit many moons away.
Originally priced at $148.  Buy here from Anthropologie.

PEBBLE STRIPPED RUG $59.99 - $449.99

Ha ha ha!  More stripes for ya!  I'm a hopeless stripe-lover, (oh, and I looove anything gray, too), here's a felted wool, pebbly, low pile rug.  Perfect for a modern, minimalist look.  Buy here from West Elm.  Originally $89 - $599.

KILIM SHAM $24.90

16" x 16"

16" x 16"

I am starting to think I should rename this blog, "anything that's striped.com" - but that's for another day, check out this beautiful kilim wool Turkish pillow case.  I love the colors (oh, and the stripes).  Buy here from eBay, a shipping cost of $14.00 or so, it's coming from Turkey, fool.

Check out top pillow here.  And bottom pillow here.

ORGANIC KING COVERLET $198

An organic coverlet for a king sized bed, super soft and close to 40% off right now at Design Public.  Maybe it's the photo, with the crisp, all-white hotely vibe (my favorite), or MAYBE it's because I'm dead-tired, either way, this is a bed I could seriously crawl in to.  Like now...
Coverlet come in ivory.
Buy here

TATUM SOFA $2,076

88"W x 31"H x 42"D

I am obsessed with sofas, in search of a chic yet comfy couch has it's obvious challenges.  The hunt is still on for me, but this is a good price for a couch that looks handsome and lounge-y all at once.  Currently 20% off from Jayson Home and Garden.  Buy here, many other styles available and on sale.

ORGANIC HONEYCOMB BABY BLANKETS $24

36" x 46"

Sweet organic baby blankets to cuddle that precious little one in.  Lots of colors to choose from!  Originally $40.  Buy here from Coyuchi.

NOMA COOKBOOK

NOMA restaurant is considered the best restaurant in THE WORLD.  Located in Denmark, NOMA has replaced the famed El Bulli in Spain as the #1 spot, hailed by critics, chefs and restaurateurs.  If you have any foodie friends, or perhaps you are the foodie, grab this beautiful cookbook and be a part of culinary history.
Buy here from Amazon $33.