The Rush Log Basket {Five Easy Pieces}

So far this week I've shared a few of my favorite practical-meets-classic decor elements in my series "Five Easy Pieces" and I hope you've enjoyed it! I've gotten a kick out of compiling images of "pieces in situ", seeing just how common some of these items really are.

Today, I continue with a piece that I have in my own home, one that is as functional as it is attractive: the rush log basket. Do you own one (or twelve)?

The Thebes Stool {Five Easy Pieces}

Are you ready for the next chapter in my "Five Easy Pieces" series? Yesterday was spent learning about and extolling the virtues of the bell jar lantern (which many of you also love!) while today I'll focus on a versatile little piece of furniture: the Thebes stool.

The Bell Jar Lantern {Five Easy Pieces}

Happy Monday, friends! How have you been?

Lately, I've been building a list of classic pieces that--in almost any type of room and in the midst of any style--add something special and have proved to be timeless items worth the investment. These pieces never require too much finagling or effort to work in a space; they're just easy.

That's why all this week, I'm highlighting my favorite classic decorative items in a series I'm calling "Five Easy Pieces". Today it's all about the bell jar lantern.

New Vintage & Handmade Items in My Etsy Shop!

 (brass french horn / brass strap stool/tabouret / teal faceted dish / ikat print pillow)

Happy Monday, friends! Is it snowing where you are, too? The snow has been falling for several hours already, leaving the roads hazardous and the temperatures too cold for comfort. That means today is the perfect day to park myself in front of Etsy for a little pre-spring spruce-up shopping.

If you're stuck inside today I encourage you to check out my Etsy shop, which is freshly stocked with goodies to warm up any (late winter) snowy day.

(faux bois planter / block print lumbar pillow / fish embroidery / glass vanity tray / striped napkins)

(mini Eiffel Tower / coral lumbar pillow / abstract landscape / Asprey salt & pepper shakers / pillowcases)

And before the day is out, I want to thank you all for each birthday comment or email left/sent me in response to Friday's post. I've been truly humbled your kindness. Thank you so much for helping to start my thirties with happiness, confidence and friendship.

Happy shopping!

On Turning 30 {Birthday Reflections}

Today is my thirtieth birthday.

There have been a few significant birthdays before, but this one feels especially important to me. Starting a new decade with confidence and grace inevitably invites reflection on the years that have passed. So on this day, I'm sharing a little bit more about me (plus a few pics of me through the years) as I cross into a brand new decade of Ashley.

Meet Me at Julia Ryan!

(via Julia Ryan)

What a week--three posts in three days, can you believe it? How very unlike me.

I want to bring your attention to Julia Ryan's "Let's Chat" series, where I'm featured today! I hope you'll run on over to Julia's blog, learn a bit more about me, and stay awhile to check out her amazing photography, adorable kiddos and seriously lovely home.

Thank you so much for the feature, Julia. I'm honored to be in such good company. You are a doll!

Towels Customized with Vintage Ribbon {An Easy DIY}

In my jadeite bathroom reveal yesterday (thank you so much, by the way! you all know how to make a girl feel goooooood!), I alluded to a quick, sewing project that adds a one-of-a-kind touch to affordable Target hand towels.

Even if you're a novice sewer, you can make your own customized ribboned hand towels in 3 easy steps!