DEVELOP In Situ

In situ is just a fancy way of saying “in place” and in the art world, that means showing your art installed in a space. Over under the portfolio tag you can see my artwork in actual spaces, but sometimes (like today) I like to play around with adding artwork to already designed spaces. I think it helps you envision how my paintings could look in your space- or maybe even give you some additional inspiration if you’re starting from scratch!

Anyhow, this is one of those “add my art to a photo” exercises. I looked in the shop today and saw that there are only three (3!!) DEVELOP paintings still available for sale. (Well, technically five, but two of them were just picked up for a show so they’re been claimed until at least September.) So I took two of the available pieces and added them to a gorgeous image of a bedroom featuring a black, mustard, and white oak color palette. Swoon-worthy is the first word that comes to mind when I see this. (Followed shortly after with the thought of “can I redo our bedroom to look like this?”)

Craving: Cloud Rain Gutter Cover

designed by Dmitriy Kulyev found on swiss miss

If this doesn't make you smile, I'm not sure what will.

Craving: Sock Rug

via etsy

And thanks to this little gem, I can now rationalize that the pile of socks without mates just hanging out on our bedroom floor now qualifies as a rug. One less thing we need to by for the new house! (kidding. We still need a rug. I mean, we don't have that many mate-less socks.)

craving: Bec Brittain Maxhedron light

via Bec Brittain

Speaking of a housewarming present, how about a few of these amazing lights? When turned off they become mirrored and blend into their background, but when turned on the glass becomes translucent and they become beautiful glass constellation holders. Now if only they weren't $10k+...

DIY glitter tree tutorial

Yep, I'm obsessed with decorating for Christmas. And thanks to last week's project, I had some extra gold glitter paper just sitting around so I figured I'd make something with it! You can make this with any thick paper you have (you know, in case you're not in love with glitter) and they literally take like 5 minutes. Maybe 10 if you cut really slowly.

1. Grab your paper and your scissors

2. Draw out a Christmas tree (excuse the wonkiness. This is what happens when you try to draw while looking through a camera.)

3-4. Cut out the first tree, trace it onto the second piece of paper, and then cut that out so you have two identical Christmas tree shapes (or if you're feeling fancy, you could do this whole tutorial with present shapes)

5. On one tree, cut from the top down about an inch. On the second tree, cut from the bottom up- stopping just a little more than an inch from the top.

6. Slide them together and adjust so they stand upright

7. Go have a cookie, pat yourself on the back for being so incredibly talented, and begin planning your future crafting empire. Or just eat the cookie.

Craving: Halona Glass

via Halona Glass

Our new place has amazing windows with deep sills and I can't help but think how beautiful a few of these plant toppers or prisms would be when the sun hit them. I remember giving a crystal heart to my mom (I think it was for my mom, but it may have been to both of my parents) when I was young and loved watching the rainbows dance across the walls whenever light poured through it.

Do any of you own one or can attest to how beautiful these are in real life?

(And on an unrelated note, happy birthday to my friend, Mel. I hope it's a wonderful one!)

Craving: Helium Balloon Lights

Crous Calogero lights via dornob

Last week the hubs emailed these to me with the subject "awesome." He was so right. I fell hard for these. How whimsical would it be to have glowing balloons in a room? I know they are advertised for kids, but come on. I know plenty of adults who would love to own one of these for themselves.

Craving: Kettle Classic Desk Phone

I'd feel pretty fancy chatting away on this phone. Doesn't it seem like the kind that should be in a bedroom?

(and yes, I said "fancy.")

Good Design: Dana Tanamachi and Chalk Lettering

Dana Tanamachi found via 100 layer cake

I'm not usually a fan of chalk (I cringe ever time someone writes with it- something about the scratching sound) but this may change my mind. How amazing is her work? Each one of these is hand drawn in chalk. Kind of sad that it's only able to be enjoyed for a short time because the lettering and composition is really beautiful.

(Also, just wanted to send a little shout out to my friend A. who is celebrating her 25th today! Happy Birthday!)

Craving: Beautiful Pillows

all via room and board

I love the look of these- such subtle colors and incredible textures. Beautiful, aren't they?

Now if only I had $120+ to spend on one throw pillow...