Savannah Inspiration

A few years ago, I took a trip to Savannah, Georgia.  Spending a long weekend in the historical district was so inspiring, I took 3 rolls of film (a few years ago...before digital cameras!).  My husband and I explored the magical city that was as beautiful as a movie set, with its manicured squares and charming architecture.  There was inspiration everywhere!  Anyone who's read John Berendt's "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," will recognize this bird girl statue from the cover.  

These are a couple of the photos I took in Savannah.  The photo on the left shows a fountain in Forsyth Park.  The photo on the right shows one of the many lovely gardens that can be found in nearly every backyard.

When I found this fabric, something about the print and the tranquility of the soft colors transported me right back to Savannah.  I could feel the gentle heat, see the richly historical beauty, and sense the mystery that seems to surround Savannah.  I was drawn to the fabric and ran right home to make a corkboard with it.

The Sartorialist, who is well-known to bloggers and Vogue readers for his street style photography, has taken many pictures in high-profile locations for fashion, from New York to Paris to Milan and beyond.  But even he was inspired by the artistic community in Savannah and posted pictures of the fashion he saw there.  

Click on any of the corkboard photos to be directed to my shop.  I hope it inspires you as it did me.  It can stand alone

as framed art, or use it to display anything that inspires you, whether it be photography, notes and cards, art, or even jewelry.

Cobalt blue

When I got married and it was time to pick a china pattern, I wanted the exact Spode my parents have.  I love it.  I love the cobalt blue, the shapes, and the feel of it.  I love the family meals I'm reminded of every time I see it.  My parents use it every day. Even for pizza.  It makes every meal feel special.

But I quickly realized the pattern had been discontinued.  I searched for the perfect pattern, but nothing compared to my parents' Spode in my mind.  My grandmother's best friend heard of my search and told us she owned 12 place setting of the pattern.  She generously offered to sell it to us.  I was thrilled!    

I am now the proud owner of her china and have even added to it from Replacements, Ltd.  We now use it everyday in our family, and it makes our most ordinary of meals feel special.  I found cobalt blue glasses that match it for $1/piece from Pier 1.  

I chose engraved stationary with the same cobalt blue as my favorite china and glasses.

When I found this fabric, I fell in love with it.  I love the cobalt blue, the shapes, and the feel of it.  It was a tablecloth.  But instead of using it on my table, where the print would look too busy with my dishes, I decided instantly it needed to be framed. It looks like artwork as is and can add this beautiful color to any room.  But it's also a corkboard.  Use it to display photos, notes, cards, art, jewelry, or whatever is special to you.  Click on any of the photos to be directed to my Etsy store.