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Industrial Office Accessories

adrienneslist — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:37:14 +0000

I saw this on Houzz.com the other day and think it’s such a cute way to organize! I particularly liked the mesh wire holders at the top so of course I had to go searching for them. While looking online I actually found quite a few options. Here are some from Ballard, which are really cute.

I think the bins look great paired with some reclaimed shelving:

From VivaTerra.com

And if you were organizing a crafts room, I think this would be such a fun table to work on!

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Purchase:

BallardDesigns.com

VivaTerra.com

ThreePotatoFour.com

Price:

Single Wall Pocket $35

Bookcase $995

Cafeteria Table 4 seater $2000

From Three Potato Four

What time is it?

adrienneslist — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:01:01 +0000

I came across this image on Houzz.com yesterday and loved that screensaver. So simple but useful! Here’s the link if you want to download it.

http://9031.com/goodies/#fliqlo

Adrienne

The New Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co.

adrienneslist — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:18:43 +0000

I’ve loved Schoolhouse Electric for awhile and now I’m completely obsessed with their expanded line of furniture, home accessories and hardware. Take a peak at their virtual catalog here. I think the furniture and styling is beautiful and inspiring:

I love the pops of color and vintage feel. I’m obsessed with this kitchen (I want to paint our cherry cabinets so badly!!). I love the hardware along with the touch of blue from the steel utility stool. The dresser and chair in the room below are so beautiful, the whole room feels warm and cheerful and who doesn’t love an Edison bulb ?

Take a peak at their website and hopefully you’re as impressed as I am!

Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

www.schoolhouseelectric.com

** Just read this great interview on Houzz.com with Schoolhouse founder Brian Faherty. Read here!

The Happiness Project Step 1: Organize

adrienneslist — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:18:24 +0000

Happy New Year everyone! I had a wonderful holiday with my family and our little guy is doing great. He’s a lot of work but it’s been so amazing to see him grow up, I can’t believe he’s almost 20 months!

Our close friends recently gave me a copy of “The Happiness Project”. Now I’m not usually one for self-help books, I love to read but I stick to fiction (something I need to branch out from but I love). That being said, I started reading this book in time for the new year and it has been so inspiring.

I’m only halfway through and still need to make my list of personal goals, but one of the first steps the author (Gretchen Rubin) mentions is getting organized. I still have to sort through all the stuff we’ve accumulated since our move last year, it’s gotten completely out of control. But once I do a purge of household items I need to get organized!

Now, it seems counterintuitive to buy more once I’ve gotten rid of stuff, but I think the above items would be very helpful to organize all the important papers and daily supplies that right now cover my kitchen counter and desk. They might be useful to you too!

As I said, I haven’t finished the book yet but I’m hoping it will inspire more posts. I think one big takeaway so far is that being happy is a choice and starting now I choose to be a happy person and I’m really looking forward to the change :)

Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

Left to Right:

Mini Chalkboard Panels (we have a chalkboard in our kitchen and it’s great for writing out the week’s schedule):

Velocity Art and Design $18

Omaha Pencil Cup

Paper Source $6.95

Wall Pockets

Container Store $9.99

Scallop paper box

Paper Source $14.50

Vitra Uten.Silo

Velocity Art and Design $425

Jali Designs

adrienneslist — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:25:14 +0000

I was recently introduced to this amazing company called Jali Designs. I say amazing because they not only create chic home decor but they provide employment opportunities for artisans in war-torn nations such as Pakistan, Afghanistan and Uzbekistan by giving them access to larger markets.I’m loving their ikat pillows and beautiful woodwork that you can see in these walnut trays below. On their website, you can also read the artisan’s profile that designed each product, which is really interesting.

They can also work with you on custom projects like this room completed for The Connaught, Mayfair luxury hotel in London. The woodwork is stunning!

I think it’s so refreshing to find a company that’s not only creating beautiful, high-quality products but that is helping out truly talented artisans whose work you would otherwise never have access to. To top it all off, the products are super on trend :) So instead of buying a hip home accessory at one of the larger stores, take a peak at what these amazing artists have to offer and you may find a fabulously unique piece for your home! Have a great holiday weekend!

- Adrienne

A-listers Need to Know:

Price: $29-$200 (for non custom pieces)

Purchase: www.jalidesigns.com

Rae Dunn

adrienneslist — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:00:35 +0000

I came across Rae Dunn at a local shop here in Mill Valley called Maison Reve (on a side note, if you’re ever in MV this is a must visit, they have fantastic antiques and accessories. They are a bit pricey but it’s worth visiting even just for some inspiration). Ok, back to Rae, she’s a Bay Area native (yay!) with a background in industrial design. Her clay creations range from napkin rings to cheese plates and she also makes custom items like birthday dishes or wedding ring trays (pictured below).

What I think is so beautiful about her work is the texture she creates from the clay, which perfectly compliments her simple designs. Her neutral color palette makes it super easy to combine her pieces with any tableware and her sometimes cheeky wording adds the perfect amount of sass to any tablescape!

- Adrienne

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Price: $32-$375

Purchase: www.raedunn.com

Jill Rosenwald Studio

adrienneslist — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:05:53 +0000

I’m currently obsessed with these accessories from Jill Rosenwald Studio! Her designs are refreshing and fun and while a vase is going to set you back a little, I think they add the perfect splash of color to any room! Take a peak at the rest of her line at www.jillrosenwald.com it also looks like she’s having a sale on her Etsy site.

After reading her profile online, she also designs a rug collection for Surya. Here are a couple faves:

Hope you’re all having a fantastic day. I can’t believe it’s already August, where did this summer go?!

-Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

Price: Vases start around $40 and go up to about $156

Purchase: www.jillrosenwald.com

Just in time for summer!

adrienneslist — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:11:05 +0000

It seems like the rainy weather has finally taken its leave and this mini heatwave has gotten me thinking about summer BBQ’s and lazy afternoons (or as lazy as they can be with a one year old running around…ok maybe I’m just happy we can be outside).

We have a few BBQ’s coming up so I was super excited to find these melamine Le Cadeaux plates at Tyler Florence. I’ve actually had my eye on these since last season and finally pulled the trigger. The white provence print works perfectly with the thread and berry pattern I have from Juliska.

The plates are a little pricey, but seem very sturdy and I have a feeling they’ll be used on many nights when it’s just me and Joe even if we’re not outside.

- Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

Price:

Dinner plates are $18.95 at Tyler Florence. While I love Tyler Florence’s shop, it looks like you can get them for less on Amazon.com starting around $15 with bowls at $10.99. That being said you have to pay for shipping online so it’s probably about even.

Purchase:
In person:

Tyler Florence Mill Valley

59 Throckmorton Ave

Mill Valley, CA 94941-1915

(415) 380-9200

Online:

Amazon.com

Simrin

adrienneslist — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:24:00 +0000

Simrin was a featured sale on OneKingsLane.com yesterday and I’m loving their table decor! The colors are refreshing while the patterns are simple and beautiful.

While I think most of the merchandise on OneKingsLane.com was from the Fall collection, I think the colors are vibrant enough for Spring and would be a great decor choice for any outdoor parties you may have coming up (yes, I realize it’s still February and it’s supposed to snow in SF tomorrow, but I’m so wishing for Spring to get here I’m just thinking ahead).

The Simrin collection can be purchased regularly at BurkeDecor.com.

- Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

Price:

Surya serving tray small $30

Herringbone linen napkins $22

Linen Verdant placemats $22

Purchase:

www.BurkeDecor.com

Serena & Lily

adrienneslist — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:18:30 +0000

This eclectic bohemian look seems to be everywhere right now and while it will inevitably become an overused, annoying trend (if it hasn’t already) I’m currently happy to hop on the bandwagon. I think it’s such a fun way to decorate although this look is deceivingly difficult to create. That being said I think Serena & Lily’s current collection has some fantastic accessories and furniture pieces that could beautifully accomplish this look.

For example I’m loving their “chakkis” (in full disclosure I have one on the way. I’ll let you know how it looks when it arrives). Their “poufs” are so fun and a great addition to any kids nursery or play room while their furniture pieces feature classic lines that ground almost any bold accessory.

I actually think one of Serena & Lily’s strong points is their Bazaar. You have to hop on these items quickly, but I love the uniqueness of their finds. Stay tuned as the next Bazaar starts on March 25th and you don’t want to miss out!

So if you’re into this bohemian trend, take a peak and maybe you’ll find a fabulous addition for your room!

- Adrienne

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Price:

Chakki $450

Pouf $395

Purchase: