I LOVE figure art and there are so many talented figure artists on Etsy.  Figure art is such a beautiful form of feminine expression.  It’s a classical form of art, but some artists have made it much more contemporary, which I love.  Some of my favorite pieces use bright and bold colors and are really hot!   I have been collecting my favorites on Etsy and here they are!  I hope you like them!

This is my print (from Krystyna) which I need to get a frame for.  I haven’t decided where I’m going to put it yet, but I love the colors!  Krystyna was amazing when I contacted her.  The print wasn’t for sale in the shop but I happened to see it in another one of her photographs.  She was kind enough to reproduce the print for me.  Thanks Krystyna!

Top four images : Fashion Illustrations by Silver Ridge Studio

Remainder of the color images : Fine Art by Krystyna

Black and white image : Charcoal Drawing by ArtAnd

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Hey everybody!  I’m so excited to tell you that we are now carrying CUSTOMIZED CALLING CARDS at Teezy.  I have always loved calling cards because they are the perfect size and they are SO stylish.  There will be more calling card designs to come as well.

There are also several NEW PRINTS available at Teezy.  I hope you like them!

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I absolutely love AphroChic’s new Brooklyn Renaissance collection!  The collection is designed by Jeanine Hayes, a policy attorney and design blogger turned full-time designer (go Jeanine!).  It includes pillows, tabletop, wallpaper, and even shower curtains.  The products are made with the environment in mind and using organic materials.

I am ALL about these beautiful bold colors and unique prints.  It’s the kind of collection that just makes ya feel happy!  I already have a couple of things from this collection on my wish list .

Images via AphroChic

I am so happy to share some exciting news with you all.  I have just opened up my Etsy shop with colorful new prints available!  I have been shopping on Etsy for some time, though I have never had any of my own items for sale.  These are a few of the prints (and colors) that are available and you can check out lots more in the shop   I really had a great time creating the new prints available in my shop (Teezy) and I hope that you all will enjoy them as well!!

Fall is here and the colors outside are just beautiful, aren’t they?  All of the oranges and reds and yellows are just so pretty.  When decorating for the fall, I don’t make big changes to my decor.  I may make a subtle change here and there, pull out a few more throw blankets, and some cozy pillows, but I don’t really go into full “fall mode” in the traditional sense.  I enjoy creating a space that feels the way I want it to feel, regardless of the season.  My sister once joked with me that as soon as she came in my condo it was no longer winter lol because I had my room filled with bright turquoise and other colors of the caribbean.  I think that any color can be used to inspire fall decor, it’s all about how you want to feel.  Here’s a little happy-chic fall dining inspiration, drawn from the some of the changing leaves outside

 

 

1. Madeline Weinrib Orange Ivy Fabric (for curtains) 2. White Crystal Eight Light Chandelier from Lamps Plus 3. White Fish Vase from Pieces 4. Saffron Ginger Jars from Modern Chic Home 5. Traversa Bottle from Modern Chic Home 6. Chippendale Dining Chair from Pieces 7. Sky Blue Ceramic Stool from Burke Decor 8. Melltorp Dining Table from Ikea 9. Bella Mirror Yellow from Modern Chic Home 10. notNeutral Triton 1 Throw Pillow from Next Modern Home

Halloween is next week, which means Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah are right around the corner.  I usually wait until close to the last minute to start decorating, but I know many people who are gearing up now.  I’m really loving all of the fun and stylish decorations available this year.  I enjoy traditional holiday decor because it always reminds me of home and family, but I also love the fact that you don’t have to stick with traditional if you don’t want to.  You can style your holiday decor around your home’s style and colors.  Check out some of the new decor from cb2 (crate and barrel’s sister store) and crate and barrel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dining Al fresco is one of my favorite things about summer.  With just a few touches, you can transform your outdoor space into a romantic dining area or a casually elegant outdoor party for friends.  

 

1. Drum Garden Stool from Jayson Home and Garden 2. Battery Powered Star Garland from Solutions 3. Set of 12 Charisma Goblets from Target 4. Set of 4 Sunflower Canape Plates from Vivre 5. Set of 4 Hemstitched Turquoise Blue Linen Napkins from Make My Table 6. Bamboo-Wrapped Citronella Candles from Sur La Table 9. Acrylic Beverage Bucket from Crate and Barrel 8. Veranda Bistro Dining Group from Crate and Barrel