I’m going to my friends’ wedding tomorrow and I’m so happy to celebrate! In honour of their special day, today’s Friday Five is all about cakes. Yum!
via sweet Paul
via The Social Secretary
The Chrysanthemum via Martha Stewart
via Real Simple
via InStyle
Congrats Michelle & Bill!
Images courtesy of InStyle, Martha Stewart Weddings, Real Simple, Sweet Paul Magazine, The Social Secretary.
Fornasetti plate, 125GBP, Milk Concept Boutique
I first “met” Fornasetti on an episode of Debbie Travis’ Painted House, a long while ago (I think I might have been in highschool!). I was a fan at first sight. Those black & white faces just had a way of capturing my attention. Since then, I have noticed that Fornasetti has continued to gain popularity and interest among designers, collectors and artists. The Fornasetti style has been produced and reproduced countless times in numerous forms. Pillows, lighting, stools and even umbrellas with Fornasetti designs have made it to the marketplace.
Last weekend a friend took me to The Good Neighbour espresso bar in Toronto (thanks Kathlyn!) and I was quite excited to see the Fornasetti wall. I think the wall in this inviting café makes for an interesting focal point. Seeing the wall also reminded me that it was about time I put a little Fornasetti into White Cabana!
Fornasetti Wall at The Good Neighbour, Toronto
If you’re looking to invest in a piece, I suggest you start your search at Caviar20 as there always seems to be a Fornasetti piece or two in stock. Troy at Caviar20 suggests that if one is serious about starting a collection, vintage is the way to go. According to Troy, “savvy collectors know that this is the time to buy Fornasetti”. Be warned…the new items have purely decorative value and they will never appreciate in value. Are you sold yet?
Fornasetti's Mesi Soli, $225, at Caviar20
Although I don’t own any pieces just yet, when I do begin this collection I might decide to arrange them something like this:
Fornasetti plates as wall art, via Design is Mine
Want to learn more or get your collection started? Click here and here.
Update: Read Troy’s review of the book, Fornasetti: The Complete Universe here.
Images via Caviar20, Design is Mine, Milk Concept Boutique. Image and more information about The Good Neighbour here.
Don’t you think you’d have the most marvelous dreams if this lovely white bed was yours (below)? How’s this for sweet dreams: this bed is made from FSC certified sustainable ash wood.
White ash bed, $3,900 for Queen size at Area
Maybe all you need is a few pillows and a throw to spruce up your bedroom or living room. We love this white Reed blanket (pictured below) because it’s super soft and made from recycled plastic bottle fibres (75%) and cotton (25%).
Reed blanket in Snow colour, $200 at Area
We’re also feeling this crochet vibe on the Violet pillow (below):
Feather down insert pillows covered with 100% linen and hand crochet detail. $145 each at Area
Bed, pillows, and throw available at Area.
InVU Drapery is having a seat sale and you’re invited!
The "O" Chair, $199, inVU Drapery
The “O” chair, available in cocoa, bronze or fog (above), is a perfect companion for a dining table and can also serve as an easy side chair by the living room fireplace. Or, how about bringing it into the bedroom for a touch of shine and glamour?
inVU Drapery Co. has several locations in and around Toronto. In addition to ready-made drapery and hardware, the company offers drapery customization, furniture and select home design consultant services. Click here to learn more.
Image courtesy of inVU Drapery Co.
Fill ‘er up!
Monogrammed mugs, $8 CAD, Anthropologie
My sister bought me one of these Anthropologie mugs (with the letter J on it – obviously) for my last birthday and can I just tell you all how fabulous it is? I originally was attracted to the cool letter J and the crisp white background. But once I began using it, I realized that it’s the perfect mug! It fits beautifully in my hand, holds the right amount of coffee or tea and it looks great with my new Macbook. Two thumbs up for this mug!
Image courtesy of Anthropologie.