music at home

Last night, we went and saw The Avett Brothers at the Peabody Opera House. It was the second time we have seen them and they did not disappoint. I have to admit I am not a big concert goer so I tend to be a tough judge. That being said it is pretty much impossible not to be captivated by the band's lyrics, stage presence and musical talents.

Watching the crowd around me - some who were VERY enthusiastic - it got me thinking about music's ability to affect our mood. Growing up my parents would always put on a favorite CD while cooking or eating dinner and while I am by no means a musical connoisseur (nor can I play an instrument or sing very well) I like to think I have a great appreciation for music. I don't pretend to have great musical tastes but I know what I like and how it can affect how I am feeling. Fast forward to now and you can usually find a Pandora or Spotify station playing while Jeff and I are doing things around the house. For me, having music on is just one of the many things that makes our house a home (sorry to be cheesy but sometimes a cliche is really the best way to say something). So in honor of today's musings I thought I would share a few musical inclined links. 

The Avett Brothers live on Letterman

 - This article from Discovery News about Why Music Makes You Happy

February Seven music video by The Avett Brothers

Because its so good especially on a Friday

urban outfitters

I am not sure when exactly but Urban Outfitters has revamped their website. I am not a regular shopper, however, I have found some great pieces both for myself and for the house (most recently the wraps I and my bridesmaids wore at our wedding). So I was both surprised and not surprised to find some really cool new items in their apartment line. See below for my current favorites. 

1. Magical Thinking Nikki Headboard  2. Industrial Sconce  3. Magical Thinking Diamond Tile Rug  4. Magical Thinking Overprint Woven Blanket  5. 4040 Locust Radial Runner  6. Magical Thinking Diamond Headboard

resource review: chairish

Over the weekend, I discovered Chairish. Created by a husband and wife team who found it difficult to sell their high end furnishing, Chairish is a curated, online marketplace that allows people to easily sell their pre-owned quality home items to other design minded individuals. The team at Chairish sets the criteria that items be "stylish, in good shape and offered at a great value". Sellers set their own prices but are encouraged to mark things at 25-30% of the estimated retail. To sell items, you fill out a simple form, take high quality photos and submit your pieces to be listed. Chairish takes 20% of each sale and covers payment as well as assists in the shipping process. A nice added feature if you live in the San Francisco, New York or Los Angeles area is that you can search listings in your immediate vicinity and can arrange for local pick up. I am not an expert but the pricing seems reasonable and they have some really great stuff. Below are a few items that I can currently eyeing. 

Mid Century Emerald Velvet Chair - $900 

Brass Gazelle Bookends - $295

Vintage Oil Painting - $400

Vintage Brass Pendant Light - $975

Yellow Gourd Lamps - $200