Lviv, Ukraine

1 Jun

Some wintery shots from a trip to the Ukraine complete with a visit to the local apothecary and cemetery.  Seeing the snow makes me glad it’s finally almost officially summertime.  Happy June.

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FSI Photoshoot 2

31 May

Some shots from the last FSI photoshoot — again, more yummy food. The biggest benefit of taking the photos?  Getting to taste all the yummy food afterwards. 

Little cuties

30 May

Just had to share some photos of these two little cuties, Brian and Aisling.  I was lucky enough to get to spend the weekend with both of  them and they provided some great photography subjects.

Carlingford

29 May

We had some of the best weekend I’ve ever seen in Ireland this past weekend.  Luckily, I was able to go and enjoy this gorgeous weather with friends in a picturesque town – Carlingford in County Louth just on the border of Northern Ireland.  It’s a great spot and we had a very relaxing weekend. 

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Jester Tiles

25 May

How ’bout the look of these jester tiles in the kitchen?  I think it’s cute and I like the apple green with the buttery yellow kitchen cabinets.  Country chic. 

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What a fun bed

23 May

Not sure where I spotted this but I love the giant pink headboard and the bright bedding.  Very fun.  

Rick Rack Bedding

22 May

I love the idea that you can easily pimp up a duvet cover or bedding with some over-sized rickrack. Very cute and easy. 

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Painted Concrete

21 May

Now that the weather in Ireland is starting to improve slightly, I’ve been thinking about what to do to jazz up my little courtyards.  Painting the concrete might be one way to go.  My sister, Stacy, did this outside the pre-school she used to run and it looked adorable.  I might have to get her over here to help me. 

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This is where I got my inspiration

19 May

This is not a great photo but I saw this in the Marks & Spencer catalog and was attracted to the high shelf.  I had already picked out the bone china blue for my kitchen walls which is probably why I stopped at this photograph.  Found the same type of shelf at IKEA and it’s perfect for behind the dining table because it’s high enough that it doesn’t get in the way for people sitting on the bench but still gives the room a bit of visual interest. 

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Black and white bedroom

18 May

I like the elegant look that a really simple color palette (or lack of color palette as in this instance) can lend a room.   Very simple and gender neutral.  The symmetry in this room is also great with the two long standing mirrors, matched chandeliers and side tables. 

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