Simply Smitten by Kristin Kerr

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Currently Coveting | Fouta Towels

This bathroom designed by Bailey Quin of Peppermint Bliss is just about the cutest thing I have ever seen! The entire space is beyond gorgeous but it's the stack of green towels that really got me thinking. When it comes to my bathroom I’m partial to the look of white linens but these beautiful handwoven Fouta towels by Scents and Feel have me seriously rethinking my “white towels only" rule. Available in dozens of colors and stripe variations their softly textured natural cotton suggests a certain Mediterranean feel I simply can't resist. Here, Bailey used a chartreuse hand towel and a stack of large stripe towels in veronese green — Thank you Bailey for reminding me that yes, there is life outside of white!
Image: Emily Anderson via Peppermint Bliss

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

A-Stylish A-Frame

Stylish. One word I never thought I'd use to describe an A-frame house. When I think "A-frame" visions of dark 1970s ski chalets and the Brady Bunch house seem to dance around my head. It has never conjured up images of chic interiors. That is until today. The interiors of this A-frame are luminous and airy, with sisal carpeting, a vintage rug, pale wooden walls, and clean-lined furniture. The natural tones and hints of coral and lavender are soothing and serene. I imagine this room feels cozy and bright even on the most grey spring day. In fact, it has completely changed my perception of what an A-frame can be. Void of any dark wood beams or mounted animal heads, the A-frame is spacious, light and dare I say...modern? Love it!
1. David Weeks Cross Cable Mobile Chandelier | 2. Dutch Scroll Arm Day Bed By Lawson-Fenning | 3. Coral Glazed Silk by Hollyhock | 4. Ikat Pillow Cases |5. Danish multi-wood coffee table, Nickey Kehoe | 6. White Ceramic Vase by West Elm | 7. Vintage Rattan Side Chair | 8. Sisal Rug | 9. Pasajes Rug

Image: Dean Kaufman for InStyle Magazine May 2011, scanned and edited by Kristin Kerr for Simply Smitten

Monday, April 25, 2011

Currently Coveting | Over-dyed Vintage Rugs

Isn't this living room rug absolutely gorgeous? There is not one rug from the ABC Carpet Color Reform collection that I would not love to have magically appear in my apartment. These vintage carpets, which have been neutralized then over-dyed a solid color, make a striking background and really liven up any space. Below are some examples of my favorite over-dyed rugs available at ABC Carpet, Loom Rugs and Ebay...amazing, no?