Little Field of Flowers

Little Field of Flowers rug, at Plushpod

Porcelain & I have been discussing rugs recently. She's looking for something for both her bedroom and living room. I'm looking to switch up the rug in my living room for something a little softer.

If I had about $4500 to spare, I might order up one of these Little Field of Flowers rugs by Studio Tord Boontje. So Midsummer's Night Dream, right?! Hand loomed from 100% wool felt, it looks completely cushy and I can only imagine how that leafy texture must feel under bare feet. It's available in two sizes and three colors (a deep rich red and a gauzy soft purple).

Sadly enough, it's probably a nightmare to keep clean and the cats would probably think it was an extra special litter box. And there's always the issue of that crazy-nasty price tag. But, alas, one can dream...

Ahoy, etc.

Milky Pirate Mousepad, at CafePress

Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day!

First figure out your pirate name and then git to mindin' yer booty. Smartly now, lass! Arrrrrr!

6 & 7

Here are our weekend photos. Visit flickr to see the entire 6 & 7 collection.

Cardboard: left, Porcelain: right

Original inspiration by Stephanie & Mav at 3191

Weekend Flings

"Into the Recesses," by Devon

• Reflective Self-Portraits at The Mirror Project (seen above)
• Chicago Mosaic School
• Cayetano Ferrer: Eight Corners in Three Walls
• An Imagined Life: Teenage Teacups
• Donut & Coffee Cupcakes at the Cupcake Bakeshop
• Why You Should Read the Sept. Issue of Cottage Living
• MWTWT Finds a Book I MUST Own
• Smencils!
• The Onion Shows Broficiency with "Bro, You're a God Among Bros"

Bonus Bone: Victoriana vases

Victoriana vases, available at Rosanna

Globe vase, available at Rosanna

I generally gravitate towards modern and minimal style. Every so often I need to break up the streamlined lines and modern materials with something really girly! What's more girly and frilly than a vase inspired from the Victorian era?! Rosanna's Victoriana line has three different vessels available that will satisfy any proper lady. My heart gets all twittery when I see the globe vase filled with gorgeous pink roses. Now I ask you, is there anything more girly and perfect? (The answer is, ahem, no!) This collection is being discontinued, so snap one up while they are still available.

For these reasons, I, Porcelain, declare this a Design Boner.