May The Force Be With You

I have yet to meet a mans man that doesn't have some attachment to Star Wars.  I personally haven't wrapped my head around the mystique it all, except of course Yoda.  Even I love Yoda. His backwards sentences, filled with profound wisdom, make sense of the senseless. 

"Try not. Do or do not, there is no try." 

Oh Yoda, your insight is now available in creative, retro style posters by Pete Ware. 

Everyone loves a villain....

R2D2 & CP3O ..... Companions forever

Pete Wares talents expand well beyond the Star Wars Saga, some of his other works include Goodfellas, Rocky I'VE, Terminator 2 and many more. 

"17th and Oak is the creative work of Pete Ware. A freelance designer specialising in personalised one-of-a-kind prints.

With the world moving into a digital age it's easy to believe that printed material is on its way out. I personally don't believe that and I think that everyone has space in their heart for a nicely designed print. That's where I come in.

If you're stuck for a gift idea, whether it's someones birthday, anniversary or you just want a nice print to hang on your wall, I'm here to create for you a completely personalised print.

My main creative focus is on typographic and illustrative prints. I can create a print personalised completely for you. The print you'll receive will be a one-of-a-kind, 17th and Oak designed print. "

These classic styled posters can dress more than the man cave, many would make great focal points in great rooms, family rooms even bathrooms. 

I leave you with this one of my favorite Yoda quotes.......

"Already know you that which you need." 

Have a great weekend....until next time   

Bed Head

It's Hump Day, which means we're at the crest of the work week. I'll admit, I had a heck of a time getting out of bed this morning! It was just so darn warm and cozy under those blankets.  As I hit the snooze alarm for the second time, I contemplated today's blog, the heck with writing about 2013 color of the year, or the amazing fabrics I reviewed yesterday. Lets talk beds!  After all, it certainly was on my mind this morning!

With 20 years of designing interiors under my belt, I have stumbled upon some amazing beds. I'll bet waking up on Hump Day in one of these beauties would make it impossible to get out of bed!

The New Traditionalist Bed No. Twenty One 

The New Traditionalist ........

A Connecticut Company!

This amazing handmade bed  is constructed with North American Black Walnut and Maple. 

Shown here with Bleached Walnut frame and a Dusty Beige Shearling upholstered headboard,

the turned posts feature plum leather detailing. 

Can I just say O.M.G.!

Somerset Bay Frenchtown Bed

Somerset Bay...
Can't you just see yourself curled up in this beauty?
Of course, my linens would be sprayed with Lavender Linen Water from In O'Scents of Madison!  
I just love Somerset Bay, their pieces have classic lines with modern hues.  All their pieces are available in an array of unique finishes.  Here's the best part, all the finishes are 'flavors'!  This amazing bed's finish is Key Lime Pie. 
Yum!

Theodore Alexander Kalahari Panelled Bed 

 Theodore Alexander 

This ebonised and Kalahari panelled, with its the curved head and footboard, surely could have been piece found in the Belvedere in NYC.  

A master piece with its inlaid with faux crocodile skin panels, stainless steel mouldings, mounted on stainless steel feet, is simply a work of art. 

Perfect for an Art Deco inspired Design. 

Visit my Pinterest Page for more fun beds!

Here's to Hump Day!