Here at Cookie, we're also a little obsessed with all things British. (Um, hello, Colin Firth!) So we were excited to come across a great kids' shop, Present + Correct. Here are our current favorites...
Cuter-than-cute retro staplers.
Chalk, tote and book set, including a smiley-face sponge.
French book about river life.
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It was a regular weekend for us here at Cookie--until we stumbled upon the website Flutter Clutter and got hooked. An hour later, we were still hunting through their home goods, apothecary and books. The antique-y, Victorian aesthetic made us want to buy everything and move to a big house in the countryside with a couple horses and a sexy gardener. Here are a few of our favorite things...
If your kids are begging for a puppy, the least you can do is get them one of these chummy pillows.
Pick-up sticks. So simple, so genius, so free of bells and whistles.
Grow a crystal garden that looks just like Mt. Fuji in the springtime.
For more kids' toys and decor, read about making your own terrariums or displaying your kids' collections.
Shopping in British pounds is basically like burning money, but we can't help yearning for items at English shop Rockett St. George. Our favorites are...
Volume Control T-shirt for little noisemakers.
Angel Wing Coat Hook so your coats can look sacred.
Modern Chairs Tea Towel to liven up dishwashing.
If you think keeping a modern home is hard with a kid, pets certainly don't make it any easier. It's hard to hide the ratty cushion they sleep on. This is why we love Hepper pet beds. They're comfy for them (made of molded foam and lined with sherpa fleece or micro-suede), and they're definitely easy on the eyes. The designs hold cats and dogs up to 50 pounds. You'd assume these beauts were Scandinavian-made, but the company is based in Burlington, Vermont!
Wave bed, $85
Pod bed, $155
Nest bed, $95
Last week we showed you Cynthia Rowley's cute backyard accessories for Target, but the colorful new outdoor living collection from The Conran Shop is making us even more eager for summer. Bring on the mojitos!
Cambi Table in Orange by Aldo Ciabatti, $495
Luxembourg Bar Cart in Apple Green by Frederic Sofia, $595
Casanova Sunlounger in Emerald, $425
Lizz Chair in Red, $285
We're big fans of Target over here, and we are so excited for the arrival of their Whim by Cynthia Rowley summer collection. Starting Sunday and through June 27, you can glam up your backyard at incredibly reasonable prices. (Who would of thought an inflatable pool could be such a style statement?) Here are some of our favorites from the line, which includes everything from a cute turquoise mini grill to a hot pink hose.
Madras Plaid inflatable pool, $10
Badminton set, $13
Blue/Green hooded towel, $10
Virginia-based shop Three Potato Four has an eclectic collection of housewares, artwork and toys. Although it was tough to narrow down, here are our three favorite spring items...
Small and large milk bottle carafes for your morning milk and OJ.
An adorable giraffe bin to store toys or umbrellas.
A globe bank for little wanderlusters.
Read Cookie's story on the founders of Three Potato Four (and their cute daughter!) here.
We pride ourselves on our fleamarket finds, and we adore small independent designers. But now and again, we stumble upon something that seems antiquey and European at a big chain store, and we can't help falling in love. Today, for example, we discovered these Pottery Barn hooks, which would look beautiful in a foyer or out by the pool (for those of you lucky enough to have one). Add them to our summer wish list!
We like all things British--fish and chips, Cadbury's chocolate, Hugh Grant. But, most of all, we love the kids shop Luxeville with its simple designs and quirky humor. The owners were kind enough to give us a sneak peek at three new wares, available on March 3rd.
Adorable ape hangers for your little monkey's clothes.
Decorate Your Own Brownstone. (We wish!)
The pint-sized Pearl chair, with a shy little smile.
Since she knows catalogs are last on the priority list when it comes to the mountain of mail, Cookie's market editor, Meryl Levin, gives her top five picks from the new West Elm catalog.
1. Angled Leg Expandable table, $449
"This design is so brilliant--it evokes the chunky feel of an old farmhouse table, but with a strong contemporary silhouette. Plus it expands for dinner parties."
2. Overlapping Square chairs in Mushroom and Saffron, $179 each
"I love these two new finishes offered on their graphic dining chair. The orange is especially fun, but still feels sophisticated when paired with the flax-colored cushions."
3. Wire Base table lamp, $99
"This lamp is so original and refreshing. It packs such a strong visual punch, but still feels light and airy so it can work almost anywhere."
Cookie's market editor Meryl Levin shares her top picks from the new CB2 spring catalog--because she knows you haven't had time for flipping since your water broke.
1. Marcel sofa, $1,099
"I love this bold graphic 70s-ish print. It would make a really fun statement, but I admit it's for the brave decorating soul. For the more timid, who still like the clean lines and compact scale of this design, there is a solid neutral option as well."
2. Whit coffee table, $299
"I can not get over how beautiful this natural wood coffee table is, and how inexpensive! You could pay ten times as much for a similar piece, but now you don't have to. The style of the legs and the detailing at the joints are wonderful too. I'm obsessed."
3. Dempsey chair, $599
"It's got mid-century panache and looks great from all angles, especially the side. I would put two opposite a sofa (perhaps the Marcel?) for a very chic conversation nook."
4. Ergo drink table, $60
"This powder-coated side table has such a great modern silhouette, and is just the sort of piece that can set a room apart. Especially in red (it also comes in white), it's a playful finishing touch."
5. Graph desk, $299
"Any home office (or master bedroom or living room) will benefit from the hip styling of this desk. I like that it feels fun and casual, like it's meant for emailing friends and shopping online more than
for working."
Photography courtesy of CB2.
Because she knows you haven't been able to leisurely flip through a catalog since your water broke, Cookie's market editor, Meryl Levin, shares her five favorite new pieces from the 2008 Room&Board catalog.
1. Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair, $2,550
"Designed in 1951 and reissued this year, it costs a pretty penny, but it's a gorgeous example of mid-century style, and the perfect accent chair for a casual living space."
2. Bradshaw Dining Table, $999
"A pedestal table for the modern set--I love this for a kitchen or small dining nook."
3. Halden Dining Chairs, $249 (side chair), $299 (arm chair)
"These Scandinavian-inspired spindle-back seats are highly versatile, and they provide what all great dining chairs must: an eye-catching rear view."
4. Crofton Glider, $799
"Modern moms know how hard it is to find a clean-lined glider, but this one fits the bill. Plus, it rocks AND swivels."
5. Mum Pendant, from $329
"The bold hand-block pattern on the linen fabric makes this pendant feel both organic and playful--perfect for a breakfast nook or even in a foyer. I love how you can see the texture when the light shines through."
