let there be light

What did we do before online shopping? It's the ultimate in window shopping. Found these good looking lanterns on Shades of Light.

There was a recent Southern Living that featured a home with huge glavanized water troughs as planters. That got me thinking that I really like the galvanized look. {Never knew that in all my years around horse water troughs}

I really like this lantern below.

These would be cool on a covered porch. Or maybe in a barn if you wanted to have a barn party!

Then to the natural looking stuff. I am also a big fan of driftwood decor. This sphere lantern is awesome, but at $799, Charles and I may have to find our own driftwood and make one.

Another good looking driftwood lantern.

This bamboo is super cute. I could see this in some bright colors! It's $148, so more reasonable.

This Gothic Lantern is one of my faves. Comes in different sizes and finishes.


I think this one would look good over our dining room table. Anyway, that's all for the weekend, have a good one!

in addition to my previous post...

Sorry for the repeat for those who subscribe by email. I posted this on Sunday, then immediately, and accidentally posted the one on Charles. Thought I would re-post this for those who may have missed it!

My last post had some fabulous Bernardo flip flops. Skip to Saturday, and I showed houses to a girl with the cutest shoes. She said they were Tarjay! So here is my cheaper Bernardo alternative if you have the hankering for cool summer shoes.

can't beat $14.99

also in black

mustard is cute too

LOVE the plum
another option, black patent thong

{for $14.99, maybe one of each!!}

{great store} seaside home

The blog has been a little slow lately. That is a good thing though, means real estate is busy! I have been trying to get this posted for a few days. This past weekend, we went to St. Simons for a little break, and to visit the parents. After seeing the ad for this store for months, and hearing Anna's great review, I finally went. Three times to be exact...Charles told me I was a store stalker. Anyway, I went, and I love it!

Mary, the owner, let me take some pics for the blog! I have never been in a store that I wanted to live in, really! You could live in this place, it is my version of decor heaven. All things bright, painted, and coastal. If you live in St. Simons, or visit, you MUST go check out Seaside Home!!

{Seaside Home is located @ 125 Gary L. Moore Court.
& the contact number is 912.638.8815}

{I love all things slipcovered & linen. Mary also has many
interesting round & square tables}

{notice the great settee at the foot of the bed}

{don't you think you could live here? I am especially loving the
blue & white pillows on the bed}

{another great store view. again, love the pillows on the bed!}

{these 2 club chairs received the mark of approval from charles. they swivel, rock, & are super comfy!unfortunately, we are running low on space!}

{many great details from lamps to beautiful pottery plates}

{see what i mean, fabulous square table!}

{more accessories in the back. it's hard to see in my pics, but the ceilings are painted a light blue, & the walls are a great neutral}

Thanks to Mary for letting me blog about this fabulous store! I was able to go in the back warehouse, & saw tons of painted french chairs, settee's, chests, tables, & more. I almost died...

oh, & I will show you my purchase in the next post~stay tuned!

ikea & scotts

Don't try to do Ikea & Scott's in one day....It's tough. Good exercise though. We hit Ikea first, then went by Scott's on the way home. Could not go to two places that are more opposite. Ikea is shiny, new, and mod, while Scott's is, well... old, antique, and definitely not mod.

After spending approximately 3 hours of my life in Ikea, I have decided we need the Henriksdal dining chairs. They are so comfortable {for a dining room chair}. They have white covers that velcro under the seat. They would also be perfect for a short, custom, skirted slipcover. They definitely aren't too bad for $59! The legs come in different finishes, but I would most likely paint them anyway.


One or two little finds of the day. Cute horse cake pans. They now reside in our kitchen. If your birthday is coming up, you may get a horse cake.

The best impulse buy. Note to retailers~put tons of stuff by check-out line. I couldn't resist these kitchen dish towels. I only splurged and bought 2. They were a whopping $.49.

I am sad to say we came home empty handed from Scott's. It's just so overwhelming!

Hope your weekend was great! It was frigid here. Today it's a little better. Ready for our normal Georgia weather to return. I did make my first table skirt yesterday, will post pics on that soon.

I didn't know I liked Chuck Taylor?

Well, the shoes that is. I can't resist a good bargain. Saw these at Beall's outlet {you probably have to live in a small town to have one of these} tonight. Christine and I decided they were too cute to pass up. Just so happened to have both of our sizes. Real Chuck Taylors! I really have never had any interest in them, but the light pink got me. I'm wearing them now. Might wear them to bed. Very comfy, I never knew.

I really did get a great deal. Saw them on Amazon for $39.

It's not even 2010 yet, and I'm turning over a new leaf, trying new things, branching out. You catch my drift...Good night. Can't wait for tomorrow!

{Americus, Ga} The Maze

The day after Christmas, we did some shopping in downtown Americus. Americus is my hometown, and it is always fun to visit. One of the main attractions is the Windsor Hotel. The Windsor is a victorian hotel built in 1892. Around 1993, the grand hotel was restored. I remember wearing a t-shirt as a kid that said "I'm behind the Windsor." There are shops on the street level. If you decide to explore south Ga, this is the place to stay.

Back to the shopping. Very close to the Windsor is The Maze. The Maze is a store with different vendors similar to the Antique Griffin here in Griffin {where my booth is located.} The Maze has been around for awhile, but this was my first visit. It is located in the old Sheffield Hardware building. When I was younger it was a furniture store. I remembered the great brick floors on the lower level. Saturday, I didn't take any pictures, so these are all from The Maze Facebook page. You will find more there.

Tons of space, they have all different types of vendors. From furniture, clothes, jewelry, and more.

I am so proud of Americus for having such a cool store. I will be back.

I searched for a price tag on this aqua book shelf....I don't think it is for sale.

Want to see what I got?

Love my Hermes scarf....not really, just an orange scarf for $12. Lucky for me, I found someone willing to model.

To add to my coastal obsession, bought this little guy. I love these starfish, I only had the smaller white ones.
Charles didn't really understand my buying this little crate, but I like it.

It already has a home. {Lower right side of cabinet}
More Christmas to come...

gift ideas & a give a way!

Last night I found a few more great sites to check out. This first one I found through Paula Grace Designs . She is doing a give a way for a glass ornament from The Artful Home . You can also register daily for an ornament give-a-way at The Artful Home. I love glass blown ornaments! Here are a few of my favorites.

Spring Bloom

Soap Bubble

Snap Dragon

This next site I found through elements of style.

A Dogs Life ~where you can order a bottle of wine with a custom label.

I think these would make great gifts!
Have a great Thursday!

okay, now I'm ready for winter!

Found this great deal yesterday. Only one in my size, Christine got it. She offered to share, but I had to have one of my very own. Went back today, and they checked the warehouse. Musst be my lucky day! Original list price of $99 from Delias. Found at a secret location for $25! Now we are stylishy awaiting the cold. We just have to make sure not to wear at the same time.

Maybe I need that hat? Then I will look 12 like her! Just kidding...

new shop!

I am so excited! This is my newest logo, and this is what it's for.

The Antique Griffin is a store that has booths owned by different sellers. All things ranging from antiques to home decor and other trinkets. Charles and I have always loved shopping there. The inventory is always changing. My friend, Kay, has had a booth there for awhile. She was ready to upgrade to a larger space, and asked if I wanted to split it. Of course! My dreams of owning a retail shop start here...

I got the website below, but for now have it link to this blog. I will be posting new items that I'll be putting in the shop. Today, Charles helped me take some things to get it started. Since I love all things logo, I had to create one for my new little shop. S. Lane comes from my dogs names. I am a little dog crazy as you can tell with the Whippet silhouettes.

nothing to wear...

We have the Historical Society's black tie Gala tomorrow, and I have nothing to wear! Shouldn't have waited to the last minute, now I can't order anything. Here are a few I wish I were wearing.
I don't normally wear red {unless to a UGA game}, but I love this!

Can't go wrong with black.

Absolutely LOVE the colors on this one!

Hope you have a great weekend!