DIY Handmade Wood Block-Print Tablecloth

Block-print textiles are an obsession of mine. So, when it came time to dress the table for a recent family celebration, I searched for a block-print tablecloth that would compliment the lavender, purple and white color scheme.

When I couldn’t find a tablecloth I was envisioning, I decided to make my own. Using some Indian wood block stamps with a paisley pattern, purple & lavender fabric paint and a simple white cotton tablecloth, I created the tablecloth. I actually have three blocks and originally was going to use the pair of blocks which patterns overlap, but it was difficult to keep them lined up.

For the sake of time, I stuck with just one block and created a pattern by alternating the color from row to row.

Block printing is an art and I am by no means an expert, but I really liked how it turned out. And in case you missed it; Here’s how the ribbon chandelier and flower arrangements were made for the party.

I love the ikat fabric Elizabeth at The Mustard Ceiling made. She has a great tutorial and printable too. Hmmm. Maybe this will be my next project!

J'adore Adore

I always adore Adore - an Australian online home magazine. And their newest issue doesn't disappoint.

I love that they had LOTS of colorful, patterned gorgeousness.

My other favorite thing - they showed lots of full rooms. I love all the online design magazines, but some show too many close-up vignettes and not enough of the overall spaces... This one is chock-full of inspiration images!

"One for Plaid, and Plaid for All . . . "

Greetings,

Just a quick reminder . . . my online sale over at One Kings Lane starts this evening at 6pm Pacific, 9pm Eastern time.  Those of you who share my passion (or, I guess you could substitute the word "obsession" - lol) for all things plaid will be greatly pleased at the items on sale!

Also included in the selection are - china and accessories - vintage framed prints and artwork - and a vast selection of decorative pillows - and a curated selection of English and Scottish antiques . . . .

Just in time for your next BIG announcement - an 
English Ceremonial  Drum . . . 

At the end of a long day - rest your feet on a 
beautiful Wool Tweed Upholstered Ottoman  . . .

Or maybe something tiny and amazing - from 
my collection of Victorian Tartanware Boxes . . . .

Remember - Beginning tonight - May 31st - at 9pm Eastern, 6pm Pacific - and running through Friday . . .

Cheers,
Scot

Vintner's Wine Chest

Every chic home needs an assortment of wine.This vintage inspired wine chest from Chic Home Inc. brings back the art of gracious entertaining and effortless elegance! Gorgeous armoire cradles fourteen wine bottles and includes a roomy storage compartment to hold accessories. Dark wood finish, handsome antiqued hardware and leather strap trim bestow the look of a timeless antique treasure. Weight 14 lbs. Wood.  Measures 18 5/8" x 13 3/4" x 27 1/4" high.  $189.00 Purchase here.

Where I Was

I spent my Memorial Day weekend at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs - relaxing, decompressing, and watching hilarity ensue. Here are some pics I took:

While my husband and I had a fabulous time because it's always fun when we are together, the scene was a bit more MTV-Spring-Break then grown-up-weekend-getaway. The people watching was amazing {there WAS a celeb sighting - celeb blogger Perez Hilton} and the fashion choices were surprising {are thong bikini bottoms in style? because they were all over the place this weekend!}

We spent most of the weekend lounging by the pool, reading away on our Kindles, and did a bit of vintage furniture shopping but came home empty handed.

How did you spend Memorial Day weekend?

Words of Wisdom

I LOVE this quote I read in this month's issue of Allure magazine:

Sometimes I think that blogs and twitter and facebook and cell phones and pinterest and emails are taking over my life. So it was LOVERLY to have a long three day weekend where I unplugged and relaxed {more about this tomorrow.} Sometimes I can get lost in all the technology in my life, and I need weekends like these to remind me to look up from my fancy-touch-screen gadgets from time to time. Don't get me wrong, I won't be giving up my laptop and moving to the woods, but it does remind me to take time and smell the roses.

Happy Memorial Day!

Happy Memorial Day!

xo,

* image source.

Vintage Egg Basket Light

Here is a unique pendant light from Junkyard Lighting. Vintage wire egg basket shows rust will make this light a centerpiece for your flea market style, farmhouse chic, or minimalist home. Measures 8" Diameter by 8" tall.  Comes with 5 feet of dark brown vintage style cloth wire and ceiling canopy for hardwiring. $89.00 Purchase here.

Industrial Chic Coffe Table

Make a bold statement with this heavy duty industrial chic coffe table from Hudson Goods.  If you prefer minimal and eclectic design, this piece is for you. Fully functional with wheels and three storage drawers.  Measures 48w x 30d x 21h.  $850.00 Purchase here.

Modern Bird Studios

* You are based out of the San Francisco area, and I must say that those crazy steep hills make me nervous. Do you have any suggestions on how I can better cope with them?

* Do you think you could escape from Alcatraz?

* Who do you think would win a cage match between Martha Stewart or her daughter Alexis Stewart?

These are just some of the silly questions Megan from Modern Bird Studio asked me yesterday. For my answers, visit her blog.

Megan’s husband, Gregg is the creative force behind Modern Bird Studios. Gregg combines his original urban-style with photography, graphic design and traditional painting to create handmade, original art pieces. My fave is the acrylic and wood artwork seen above. Love!

Ruffled Tablecloth

Layla Grace is a leader in romantic home decor.  And ruffled linens are one of the premier symbols of this style.  This tablecloth by Pom Pom at Home delivers the ultimate in femininity.  Made from 100% cotton and machine washable, measuring 72" x 72".  Purchase here.

"Happy Memorial Day . . . "

Greetings,

I hope everyone has plans for either an extraordinarily relaxing - or wildly productive - Memorial Day Weekend.  

Cheers,

Scot

(photography by Scot Meacham Wood, in East Hampton, NY 2010) 

French Tiered Metal Shelves

The beauty of this shelf unit from Wisteria lies both in its simplicity and delicate detail.  Fleur-de-lis and scallop designs and the antique gray color make this decidely French. Dimensions: 18”w x 16”d x 58.5”h.  $129.00 Purchase here.

"A Tale of Silk and Feathers . . . "

Greetings,  

Last week's visit to New York holds many great memories . . . but, easily one of the most profound was an afternoon visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art - to experience the "Savage Beauty" exhibit.  And I use the word 'experience' instead of simply 'viewing' or 'seeing.'  True art should move you.  Should transform you.  Should alter the vantage point from which you see life.

And seeing the retrospective of visionary Scottish fashion designer Alexander McQueen did that exact thing to me.

Alexander McQueen - (1969 - 2010)

“Alexander McQueen’s iconic designs constitute the work of an artist whose medium of expression was fashion,” said Thomas P. Campbell, Director of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. “This landmark exhibition continues the Museum’s tradition of celebrating designers who changed the course of history and culture by creating new possibilities.”

                                                                        - from the Alexander McQueen Website

The large installation consists of almost a dozen smaller galleries - with various examples of McQueen's work gathered by theme and inspiration more than simply organized by season or collection.  It very clearly highlights many repeating themes that ran throughout his career.  

Following are a several images from the exhibit - as well as some of my all-time
personal favourites from McQueen's runway shows . . .

"Widows of Culloden" Collection, Fall 2006

"Oyster" Dress, Spring 2003

"The Widows of Culloden" Collection, Fall 2006

Savage Beauty Exhibit, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Savage Beauty Exhibit, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fall 2006

Spring 2007

Alexander McQueen and Sarah Jessica Parker, at the
Metropolitan Museum  Costume Institute's Gala in 2006.

"I will always remember him arriving and walking up the steps to the Metropolitan Museum with Sarah Jessica Parker and the two of them were both these two visions in matching tulle and tartan and he was just so excited and thrilled to be there."

                                                -Anna Wintour, Vogue Magazine 

The following video is an amazing tour through the exhibit.  

Cheers,
Scot

So Fresh and So Clean Clean

A couple of weeks ago, we attended the Kitchen & Bath show,or KBIS as it's known in the biz.   While it was a bit, well, meh-inducing, there were a few things that we saw that we would like to share.  Kick back and take a look: 

Toto had some new cool items - faucets and an LED sink

Artistic Tile always has amazing product, and we don't get to see it often because we don't have a showroom in Las Vegas

Many hardware companies were showing super glossy and chic white hardware like these pieces from Atlas

Enkeboll definitely won, in our eyes, for the most fabulous booth.  And they make the most gorgeous architectural wood pieces. Here was the outside of it: 

And the inside: 

And, the grand finale HAS to be Kohler's new insane toilet, the Numi

It is lit in the back, so it can act as a soft nighlight in your bathroom.  It has a seat warmer, a foot warmer, and a bidet function with warm water and air.  The seat automatically raises once or twice, depending on where your feet are placed when you approach the toilet.  Most hilariously, (is that a word?) it has a place to hook up your Ipod. 

And here is the handheld control for it.  No kidding.  I can't wait to see what they come out with next year to beat this. 

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