Disco Fever

I spied this photo from Elle Decor over at Coco + Kelley yesterday which reminded me that I NEED a large disco ball. It's fun, it's unexpected - and the light!

Tales from the Red Velvet Lounge

New York Social Diary

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Flickr

The LA House

What ever happened to this book? Publisher Collins Design lists the release date as March 5, 2008... so will The LA House ever hit shelves?

In the mean time, a peek into Sommers' dining room from Cottage Living.

via FrontPorchStudio's Flickr page

Citrus

I spent the morning picking tangerines with my mom and when we returned to the house dad was making french toast - do I really have to return to the city this afternoon?!

Beyond juice, what should I do with all of these tangerines?

Sparker Shop Flickr

Sunday Morning.

Canadian House & Home

A Family Kitchen

In honor of the fact that we'll all be spending a lot of time in the kitchen tomorrow - whether you're the one doing the cooking or just keeping the cook company - here is a lovely little family kitchen I found on Cookie's site. This space manages to look both stylish and well used. I love the dark floors and while chalkboard decor may be about done, this fridge is quite charming. Enjoy!

Pie.

Found perusing Gourmet's website: Sweet Potato Pie with Gingersnap Pecan Crust. Sounds (and looks) delicious.

And for something a little different, Chocolate S'more Pie.

What will you be serving for dessert on Thanksgiving, and more importantly, what will you be serving it on?

Color Block

I just ordered a pair of Kate Spade color block tights for myself - I can't wait to wear them for a fun night out!

Already Salivating

I am starting to get really excited about Thanksgiving! It's all about family and food - what could be better?

This year our gathering will be small, so my mother and I are bucking tradition and trying out a new menu. We found lots of good food and tablescape inspiration in the November issue of Sunset Magazine and we can't wait to try it all out!

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? What will be on your menu? If you are looking for a last-minute hostess gift or the perfect serving piece, be sure to visit Sparker Shop. All continental U.S. orders placed by Sunday, November 22 can be delivered for the big day!

Sunset

Framed Lace

Last week I promised to share a fun project with you all - well here it is! I was inspired by the use of lace in this Design*Sponge photo shoot and the LA Times' feature on Kristan Cunningham's Venice home. A few weeks ago I happened upon some beautifully hand crocheted pieces and these two images immediately came to mind:

Design*Sponge

Los Angeles Times

So, I snapped them up before anyone else could get their hands on these gems and got to work. Now they have been framed in black frames with black mats - a perfect contrast which really highlights the beautiful details of these one of a kind pieces.

And now, you can enjoy them too! Available in Sparker Shop:

For the Hostess

Arrive with flowers. Vintage milk glass vases, here.