Jenny Graham
A fresh kale salad was served on this simple antique dish during a dinner with a dear friend at Tiny’s in Tribeca. The plate reminded me of my love of eclectic collections and inspired me to pop on eBay for a find or two…
How do you set your table? A fresh way is to combine rustic-natural with drops of assorted vintage-ware.
Image Credits: 1. Jenny by design 2. Greige 3. Intimate Weddings
Jose Romussi is a Chilean artist who creates silk prints and collages that captivate me more than a grand pirouette. As a former professional ballet dancer, the pirouette is a lifeblood image, representing passion, true form and freedom. Using a needle and thread, Romussi transforms vintage photos into palpable beauty. He works over the photographed image to create a new piece, bringing life back to the ballerina.
Image Credits: Jose Romussi
What’s that you say? I can go to a flea market inside of Barneys New York? Yes, indeed.
As a young girl, I accompanied my maternal Grandmother to Connecticut’s seaside fleas, and as a young adult I first experienced the famous Marché aux Puces in Paris. Being a NYC based blogger, my go-to market has long been the Brooklyn Flea, until the Chelsea Passage on the ninth floor of Barneys New York became known to me. It is an elevated genius shopping experience of vintage curation. Running now through mid-November, you can find pieces from all over the world in a New York moment.
Image Credits: Jenny by design via Barneys New York
For years, I collected wine corks, always planning to create something fantastic. My mom even got in on the game at one point, attempting to make bath mats. While we likely missed the mark on that market frenzy, Scott Gundersen has transformed the art of collecting corks. He creates sustainable art, made out of old corks, in the most brush-stroke-genius kind of way.
I discovered Gundersen here, in awe of the pop meets folk art conception. The piece above was made with 3,842 wine corks, oh my! For more sustainable design reporting, check out Tree Hugger.
All Image Credits: © Scott Gundersen
Now this is a grand piece of magic: Eeva and Bryce’s wedding in the palm of the beauty of Sun Valley, Idaho. (Also: a very special thanks to the bride’s sister, who helped make this post happen.)
All Images by Kristin Cheatwood of Cheatwood Photography
I came across Modern Anthology, a creative studio and retail store in Dumbo, Brooklyn, a couple of years ago while searching for the perfect gift for a then-boyfriend. While said boyfriend is long gone, this outpost continues to be a regular favorite of mine. Although it leans toward a masculine aesthetic, it inspires me to seek out curated gifts. I even repurposed a vintage dart board and turkey feathered darts as a pin board in my kitchen. I have found gems for all three of my brothers, at one time or another, at Modern Anthology. I’m telling you, you’ve got to check it out.
Image Credits: Modern Anthology and Jenny by design
My Mom gifted me with vintage 1960’s and 1970’s colored glasses a few months ago. Originally belonging to my maternal Grandmother, they provide a delightful visual pleasure, similar to a gorgeous rainbow or the discovery of a splendid piece of sea glass.
I’ve taken it upon myself to add to my Grandmother’s collection, hitting up the Brooklyn Flea on free weekends. Collecting different shapes, sizes and colors to create an eclectic set is easy, and I can’t say it enough: flat out pleasing. If you are a decor-lover, I encourage you to begin your own colored glass collection. Don’t put a limit on the glassware for vases come in all pops of color too.
Pair your collection by color-grouping or according to shape and size. I like what Mary McDonald did with her cabinet bar, as reported by House Beautiful.
Image Credits:
1. Jenny by design
2. In Style Magazine August 2012
3. & 4. House Beautiful Magazine July/August 2012
A few weeks ago, I went to a wedding on Martha’s Vineyard. It was a spectacular experience to see a dear friend marry her match. Wild weather of rain and winds stopped no one from gathering at the Allen Farm in Chilmark, where a dapper groom and beautiful bride announced their love to family, friends and mother nature.
Image Credits: Kristen Leigh Conklin Photography
Indulge in days on a comfy couch. Write in a dotted journal or sift the pages of flea market finds. Hit the beach and the bar with one perfect reversible tote. Shade yourself. Gloss your nails for more moments of sun. Linger through the slides of your favorite blog. It’s summertime…enjoy.
Nail Polish / Tote / Parasol / Sunglasses / Journal / Sofa / Blog
A brand new week is here which means I have some Monday Lovin’ for you in the form of three spectacular design discoveries.
