front yard garden inspiration

March 18, 2016Emily Oster

Spring has sprung here in Missouri and while, our weekend doesn't look to be as nice as this past week has been, I am itching to work in the garden. Providing me drool worthy inspiration is, of course, my trusty Pinterest. Specifically, a new board by Lauren Liess called Front Yard Garden. My guess is that Liess is gathering inspiration for her new home which takes cues from its traditional Colonial style. I love the idea of making better use of a front yard as I think most tend to be largely ignored as purely aesthetic spaces. Currently, there are over 150 pins on the board with seemingly more added every day. Below are few of my favorites.

*via Rodale's Organic Life | THE PLACE HOME*

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affordable art prints

March 17, 2016Emily Oster

Whenever I see a blogger posting their recommendations for affordable art, I immediately get excited and must stop what I am doing to click through all their links. Today, the picks list came from Joanna Goddard of Cup of Joe. In her post, she gives 24 favorite pieces across a variety of mediums. My first great discovery from Goddard's list is actually an artist I have been trying to find since seeing the below photograph probably a year ago. It was featured for a short time on Land of Nod's website and I hesitated on buying it. Of course, when I decided I did want to purchase, it was no longer available. The artist is Max Wanger and my coveted print is called Ice Cream - one of my life's greatest joys.

Ice Cream by Max Wanger | THE PLACE HOME

Wanger sells his prints through his online shop offering multiple sizes and the option to frame. His vibe is very West Coast beachy and leaves me dreaming of summer and a trip to the ocean.

Wave No.2 by Max Wanger | THE PLACE HOME

Mother and Child by Max Wanger | THE PLACE HOME

The second great find from the post is actually a group of photographers selling on Eventide Collective. Currently featuring 16 different photographers, I really love this image by Yan Palmer.

I also really like this floral photo by Posey Quarterman.

Blossoms by Posey Quarterman | THE PLACE HOME

A final pick would be the work of Natalie Seeboth.

Roses by Natalie Seeboth | THE PLACE HOME

Line Up by Natalie Seeboth | THE PLACE HOME

My final discovery which is actually an artist I have seen before is Kari Herer. Using a mixed media approach, Herer's work is distinctly feminine. She has become increasingly popular with an exclusive line of prints currently being sold at RH Baby & Child. However, if you want to save some money and purchase one of her lesser known pieces you can purchase directly on her Etsy shop.

Thanks Cup of Joe!

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frances loom

March 15, 2016Emily Oster

Today, I am sharing one of my newest and best resources for antique rugs - Frances Loom. Started in the fall of 2014, Frances Loom is an online retailer based out of California. Posting new rugs for sale every Thursday morning at 8am PST, these one of a kind pieces sell crazy fast. In Frances Loom, Kelly Vittengl - owner and "rug slinger" - has created a one stop shop of antique rugs that saves the shopper the time and hassle of scouring Ebay and Craigslist. Yes - her pieces are a little higher priced but her taste is impeccable.

Below are some of my favorites - unfortunately all already sold.