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hat’s off: vz.

So, I’ve already decided where I’ll stay if I get a surprise-once-in-a-lifetime trip to Buenos Aires, and NOW I’ve decided where I’ll shop. VZ, a spa/cosmetics shop in the heart of Buenos Aires, has just opened their newest location and the architecture/art direction and layout are fabulous. Complete with a pure white color scheme and

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hat’s off: vz.

So, I’ve already decided where I’ll stay if I get a surprise-once-in-a-lifetime trip to Buenos Aires, and NOW I’ve decided where I’ll shop. VZ, a spa/cosmetics shop in the heart of Buenos Aires, has just opened their newest location and the architecture/art direction and layout are fabulous. Complete with a pure white color scheme and

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trend alert: wishbone.

It’s no secret that the wishbone has been around for decades, starting with the ever-present and fabulous Wishbone Chair. But lately, wishbones have been turning up everywhere else, from paperweights to stocking stuffers and everywhere inbetween. Here are some of my fave wishbone-inspired pieces: wishbone bangle bracelet from pretty good goods, $32. wishbone floor lamp

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pay it forward.

Ok, update. I still have TWO openings for the Pay it Forward giveaway, and I refuse to let the cycle end with me! Here are the rules: 1. You comment on this post.2. You receive a handmade gift from ME, maker of handmade gifts.3. You post this message on YOUR blog and offer THREE more

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hotel palazzo barbarigo sul canal grande.

Another beauty from Design Hotels. The Hotel Palazzo Barbarigo Sul Canal Grande in Venice, Italy has a big name and even BIGGER reputation. I’d love LOVE to stay here… if only for one night in Venice. Maybe they can build this beauty in Venice, CA and then I’m set! Click here for details and reservations.

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the black apple.

I have another massive girl crush on Emily from The Black Apple. HUGE. I love her. And of course, I haven’t yet seen her new prints from October, so when I came across The Dunces, I knew they had to be mine. Just adorable. I want these in my living room BIG time! Thanks, Emily!

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special thanks: bloesem.

[photo courtesy of bella muse, thank you ‘bee’ cards] So. I have a huge blog crush [BC for short] on Bloesem, one of my fave reads. So you can imagine my excitement that I’m now up on Bloesem’s ‘Recently Discovered’ rolls. THANK YOU, Bloesem. I am TRULY honored!!!

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oggetti.

I’m pretty much in love with the new Tavola vase collection, availabe now at Oggetti. My fave? Hands down, this fabulous 40″ floor vase, made from crinkled silver. A BEAUTY!

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