FAVORITE THINGS

THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

So I am going to start a new blog segment about my favorite things. Each post will be about a different topic, like books, furniture, make-up, jewelry, or heck, even places! So here is my first installment in what will be a long term blog feature.

Books:
Being a blogger, artist, photographer, creative type, I am in constant need of inspiration. In a time of internet and magazines you would assume one would have an overload of inspiration, which is true, but sometimes I just need to sit down with a good book, filled with great visuals. These are a few of my favorite things.  All of these books revolve heavily around design, art, and architecture. If I ever am looking to revamp a room or feel like creating a piece of art, these books never fail to give me a creative burst.

What are your favorite books for inspiration?

xJAY

LIVING ROOM UPDATE

BEFORE:

UPDATE

The walls have been painted white. I have decluttered a bunch, and really streamlined the look. There is a lot of black and whites with other neutrals. Really the only pops of color are the Eames' pillow and the Bauhaus coffee table book. If you see those two large black and white prints, they are just engineer prints from staples. You send in an image and they print it really big! As for the wall hanging on the back wall, that is simply muslin that I painted with acrylic paint. 

You can get a small glimpse into the kitchen, I hope to paint that room white as well. I truly have grown to love this apartment. We have lived here for 2 years exactly. We will defiantly be here for one more year, and I plan to sign another lease.  There are still some small changes I want to make to the house, especially getting new light fixtures. Can't wait to keep you all posted!

xJAY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLES

Happy birthday Charles Eames. He would have turned 107 today if he was still with us. Charles and Ray Eames are a huge influence on me and my life. Honestly, learning about Charles and Ray led me to my love for design and architecture. Not a day goes by where I don't think "What Would Charles and Ray Do" I often think of the video House: After Five Years of Living, all of the details and little accoutrements that the two of them put into their living space is purely superb.

xJAY

D E T A I L S

I think often, we as a culture, stop paying attention to the details. I have been trying to find happiness is all of my little tasks and ventures. I am trying not to wish away my days anymore. If I am going to work I bring my camera or phone and take pictures along the way. I really think that if everyone slowed down just a little bit we would all really enjoy life a little more.

That is all for now.

xJAY

BURLEY PARK

Short post with awesome Ipod touch pictures! Yes!

So it has been a really fast year since my last Burley Park experience.

I will totally have to go again this year.

Burley Park, is this awesome flea market about 30 miles north of the city.

My pops just happens to live in the same town.

The market is such a fun place to go, even if you aren't in the mood to buy.

There are always tons of people to watch, and so many people bring their dogs around.

There is even people selling all sorts of animals. I have seen bunnies, dogs, cats, pigs and goats.

This year I set out with a goal for two items in particular; a Herman Miller chair and a Pendleton blanket.

I made out with both.  

                                                                              Got this random white shell chair

                                                                                                 for only two bucks!

I have some more real photos to post later of my awesome finds.

Can't wait to go again on the 4th of July.

 Such good finds and such interesting people...not to mention the kick ass deep fried food.

xJay



Living spaces.

Here is a sneak peak of the living room.

I intend on revamping everything as the days go by!

Jamie

Eames

I am pretty obsessed with Eames. It is a little frustrating, I talk to everyone about my interest in mid-century design and often times I get blank stares! I love this video.

Enjoy, Jamie