Selling Like Hotcakes

Rattan Alligator Pencil Holder

 

These absolutely adorable alligator and dog rattan pencil holders are selling like hotcakes. They have a serious Amanda Lindroth vibe - but they are $15!

Fun & Games & Great Finds

CCC

 

So I have officially unboxed and styled my very first set of mahjong tiles. They are in a vintage Mottahedeh for Winterthur blue and white Chinese dragon bowl. I have had this bowl for decades and it is a favorite, so I thought it would be a great choice. I love it. 

Setting the Summer Table

Caspari

 

There is no prettier summer table for me than all blue and white. And it is the perfect opportunity to use lots of blue and white Chinese porcelain from your collection. Use ginger jars and fill them with flowers if you like. My summer favorites are blue or white hydrangeas or white lilies.

Fabulous Chinoiserie Find

Rattan Rechargeable Cordless Lantern

 

This fabulous pagoda lantern is by Martha Stewart. It is made of wicker and is 17.5 inches tall. Perfect for any dining table indoors or outdoors as it is cordless and rechargeable - lasting for 4.5 to 6 hours on a charge.

Wicker Jewelry

Rattan Texture Hinge Bracelet

 

Wicker is way beyond having a moment - it has taken interior design by storm. And in the world of fashion, wicker handbags are of course a timeless classic. And here is some wonderful wicker look jewelry - so chic.

Serena & Lily Vibes

Serena & Lily

 

I am such a fan of Serena & Lily and love their Breakers Rattan Floor Lamp featured above. "Light decorating takes on great new meaning with this tropical statement piece. Our architectural interpretation of a palm tree took our designers months to create and develop, and every last detail is thoughtfully considered. Hand-woven and hand-wrapped rattan brings amazing artistry and intricacy, from the two tiers of leaves down to the elegantly fluted base. Brass accents elevate the look with a bit of shine, while a trio of coconut-shaped shades brings a playful element we love."

Fabulous Furniture Finds

Rattan Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

 

Here are some wonderful chinoiserie furniture finds at fabulous prices. These blue and cream bamboo Chinese Chippendale chairs are such classics.

Chinese Chippendale

Chelsea House Godwin Rattan Entryway Bench

 

This lovely Chinese Chippendale Entryway Bench is by Chelsea House, a very favorite furniture and accessories company of mine. This beautiful chinoiserie bench is 52" long and upholstered in white muslin.

Wicker Turtle Clutch High/Low

Poolside Turtle Tote

 

The Tortoise Tote is a rattan clutch shaped like a tortoise, finished with an optional removable leather strap that can be worn crossbody or carried by hand. Playful yet elevated, it adds personality and charm to your vacation and warm weather looks.

Decisions, Decisions

Marlowe Rattan Dollhouse

You may recall that I recently posted about getting a new dollhouse. I narrowed it down the Pottery Barn Kids Chelsea Dollhouse.

Wicker Sleigh High/Low & Autumn Recipe

Rattan Sleigh

 

This darling wicker sleigh could be filled with ornaments, small wrapped gifts, Christmas greens, Christmas cards, or left as is. Speaking of Christmas cards, I received my first Christmas party invitation in the mail yesterday.

Wicker Tabletop Tree High/Low

Juliska Provence Rattan Tree

Decorate tables, shelves, and fireplace mantels with a beautifully hand-woven rattan tree - a chic spin on the traditional evergreen. This fabulously unique decorating piece infuses natural texture and warmth to any space and is especially striking when clustered with various sizes to create a festive forest that lasts all season long.

Monkey Business

Lilly Pulitzer

I came across this Lilly Pulitzer photo shoot featuring pieces from their collection worn by a vintage Mario Lopez Torres rattan monkey. It was shot with items from the wonderful West Palm Beach vintage store Circa Who.

Seagrass and Wicker for Fall

Green Patterned Woven Pumpkin

 

Fall does not have to mean harvest colors of oranges and browns. I love these green seagrass pumpkins that would be wonderful with blue and white ginger jars. Blue and green is one of my favorite color combinations.

Fall Decorating

Large Rattan Loop Wicker Pumpkin

September is right around the corner and I love decorating for fall. These wicker pumpkins are so pretty. Perfect for fall and Halloween. I think the loop detailing gives them a very high end look reminiscent of Juliska's wicker pieces. 

The Wicker Elephant Table High/Low

CCC

I am such a fan of wicker elephant side tables. They make a wonderful statement piece for any lover of chinoiserie. At CCC, I have vintage and new versions and love them all.  This looks so good next to a chair, bed, or sofa. Style it with beautiful coffee table books, magazines, a wonderful candle, a pretty orchid, a small vase with fresh flowers, or whatever you like.

CCC

Setting the Summer Table

Pottery Barn

 

A charger plate is a large, decorative plate that acts as a base for other dinnerware. Charger plates serve both aesthetic and practical purposes. Visually, charger plates provide elegance and enhance table decor. Practically, they protect the table and tablecloth from becoming dirty during service. They're also a key feature at fine dining establishments. Two of my china patterns I originally discovered at restaurants where I was dining - one a restaurant in Bermuda and another in Great Falls, Virginia. 

The Rattan Bistro Chair High/Low

Serena & Lily 

The rattan bistro chair has become an iconic piece of furniture, a classic for your home. Use the bistro chair in the kitchen, breakfast room, dining room, porch, anywhere for a beachy but sophisticated vibe.

Scalloped Wicker High/Low

Serena & Lily

 

Scalloped wicker furniture continues to be extremely popular combining two hot trends - wicker and scallops.

This is a beautiful blue and white vignette with Serena & Lily's Scallop Rattan Side Table.

Frog Wicker Table High/Low

Frog Rattan Side Table

 

Vintage frog wicker side tables are very hard to find and very pricey. They can be found on places like Chairish and 1stDibs for thousands of dollars.