Fit for Paul Bunyan

Flannel Shirts 

Carhart 

A Well Worn pair of Herman Survivors

A Three Day Beard with no Plan to Shave

With the weather being so frightfully cold this week, 

I've been stacking a loading wood into our wood stove at a break neck speed.  

What better way to celebrate our Friday blog, 

but with something cozy and warm, but still masculine. 

Tell me, what's moe manley than a warm rustic cabin in the middle of nowhere? 

Answer? Not much! 

Thomas Mayer Designed by Piet Hein Eek for musician Hans Liberg

Now Paul himself probably wouldn't fit into this handsome escape, although I know a guy or two that would love to have this private little hideaway .....

Cabinspiration

My Prince would think this is just awesome....no it is NOT going to be built in his man cave! 

Although it certainly would be a conversation piece. This indoor outhouse style bath is complete with Saloon Door for a little extra privacy while on the commode!

I'm locking up for the weekend ....... 

heading home to enjoy a quite evening by the wood stove,

just in time I see ..... its starting to snow!

Don't forget to check on on Pinterest 

for more Friday for the Guys 

Hope

It's Hump Day again, and here in Connecticut, its a balmy 9 degrees this morning. 
Baby it's cold out there! 
Today's blog post is sure to warm your heart......

Hope.

I can't quite put into words exactly the feeling I have when I hear the word.  I know the core of my being is warmed, I can feel a smile wriggling it's way to my lips and in even the most dire situations, I find a glimmer of peace. 

Hope....
When I saw the word Jewels combined with Hope
..... I knew I had found a treasure.

A mother-daughter team, Sandy and Stevie of Jewels for Hope create affordable, fashionable and classy works of art all in the name of charity.  What started out as a small way for Sandy to give back to Hospice after her Mom's passing, has exploded into jewelry gracing the average Joe to Hollywood's Red Carpets.  These dynamic, self taught artists are not only full talent but personality too, which clearly shines through in their 'Statement Necklaces'.  Sandy and Stevie have committed a portion of every sale to charity, which includes close to 25 organizations.  Interesting the more they give, the more success they seem to enjoy.....talk about paying it forward!

Grey & Fuchsia Pearl Necklace 
This gorgeous twisted necklace is one of a kind!

Made with a mixture of Swarovski Pearls, Freshwater Pearls, and Crystal Pearls. The Fuchsia pearls thrown in for a pop of color! Portions of Profits donated to American Cancer Society 

Not Your Grandmother's Pearls

This gorgeous twisted necklace is one of a kind! Not Your Grandmother's Pearls!Made with different cream/white shades of Swarovski Pearls and Swarovski Crystals thrown in for some sparkle. A vintage pendant is worked into the front of the necklace. Portions of Profits donated to Caregiver Fund.

It's so much fun talk shop as one designer to another.  Stevie and I chatted like old friends, I had to know what she thought of the 2013 Color of the Year, Emerald.  A color I'm honestly having some difficultly warming up to!  My feeling is small doses of this color are fine in interior design.....

 I guess great minds think alike! Stevie felt the same. 

She is predicting layering and stacking of bracelets will remain hot and big chunky necklaces are winners.  It's no secret I love upcycling, and Stevie and Sandy are doing their share of it too.  Many of the Statement Necklaces are old costume jewelry spun into beautiful works of art! 

Pink Wire Necklace with Vintage Pendant
Portions of this beauty are donated to Paint the Town Pink 

Saturday I need to dig through some costume jewelery..... 

Stay tuned and see what Sandy & Stevie create for me! 

Forever in Blue Jeans

Money talks

But it don't sing and dance 

And it don't walk 

And long as I can have you here with me 

I'd much rather be 

Forever in Blue Jeans 

Wowza! 

It's Friday already!

It's time to 

shut down, 

hang up the work clothes, 

abandon the emails 

and relax!  

Come on guys! 

How about grabbing a cold one

 and cheering on the Pats in this Sunday, lounging in this baby!

I'll bring my homemade Nacho dip.......

Halo Styles 
“The  401 Collection is our latest addition. It’s a line of furniture and accessories constructed of vintage Levi’s Blue Jeans. The Wing Chair is the most comfortable piece and is  quickly becoming a customer favorite."
~ Kim of Halo Styles

Have a great weekend Guys! ....... GO PATS! 

Rockin' Down The Highway.....

It's here Friday!.........

 I'm packin' it in for the weekend! 

So as I check the heat, hit the lights and skip out of my office dancin' to the

 Doobie Brothers 

"Rockin Down the Highwy" 

I leave you with this...

whimsical 

unique 

wild 

and a bit...

racy.... 

By LA Design Studio
http://www.la-ds.com

Got those highway blues, can't you hear my motor runnin' 

Flyin' down the road with my foot on the floor 

All the way in town they can hear me comin' 

Have a great weekend Folks! 

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!

Success in the New Year.....

I kicked off the new year with my dear friend Mary Jones, as a guest on the Mary Jones Show.  Mary, along with her guest co-host and life coach Marge Piccini, devoted the entire show to Success.

Mary started the show with the burning question how do you define success .... Marge responded in her usual fashion, with an eloquent, poignant and insightful answer.  I sat back in my seat, sighed a little and thought...."oh boy, Mary, hope you're not looking for a great life lesson from me?!"


Mary then turned to me and asked "how about you Lisa .... define success" I smiled and said the first thing that came to mind.......

"well I guess it depends on the day. Today, success was that I folded a load of laundry and all the socks matched!" 

Honest to Pete I did! Yes, it got a few laughs, but sometimes success is just the simple things in life! I did follow up with my true successes in life, my marriage and my two beautiful kids.  Its amazing that it all falls into place when your priorities are in check. 

Yet even on those successful days when the socks are paired, I get out of the house on time, and I somehow make it through an entire day in white pants without spilling coffee on them ... its not such a bad idea to reconnect with our life goals.  

So as we venture into 2013, lets share our successes and goals! Curious what some of mine are? 

Here's a taste........

Hike the  Presidentials

Blog more Often

(finalize a name for my blog!)

Shop Local & Promote Local Businesses

Network More

Ask my Kids every day to share one thing they're Thankful for 

Eat more Salads

I'd love to hear from you share your success & goals on my Facebook Page or comment below. 

Lets Rock 2013!