January 9, 2012 by Simone
I’ve been lusting over the colors in this Frida inspired shoot. I’ve been thinking about new color combinations that I want to incorporate into my life – whether it be through my home, my wardrobe or some new inspired ideas for wrapping and packaging. Acidic, tart colors mixed with washy, dusty hues: this is a zone that I love to explore. What are some of your favorite color combos? Chartreuse and grey? Coral and brown? Periwinkle and hunter green? Do tell, and see below for some Monday color inspiration:
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Tags: color inspiration, editorial, fashion+style, Frida Kahlo, mexico
Categories: fashion+style, home+decor, my life •
January 4, 2012 by Simone
Apartment Therapy kindly posted about my home yesterday. It’s always a revealing experience – having someone come in to your world and in turn discovering what inspires them about your environment. Marcia Prentice, the photographer, gave me the perfect reason to enjoy a leisurely weekend morning at home midst of my Holiday crunch time a few weeks ago.
I’ve been a bit obsessed with this corner of my kitchen lately. The marigold and blue colors bring a smile to my face and put a little pep in my step each morning. The smell of strong coffee and the sight of high energy, bright colors…this gets my day started in the best way.
The wood piece below was given to me by my Grandparents, who used to travel quite frequently back in the 1940′s and 50′s. They visited Africa and brought this hand carved tray back to their home in Texas. Growing up, I always loved seeing it in their house – it was a mysterious and curious piece that seemed to tell a story. They passed it down to my Mom, and she to me. I treasure it and love to bring it out for entertaining.
These are some of the soaps, journals and chai tea I made for our Holiday Bazaar at the studio. My kitchen was smelling divine that day. I’m a bit obsessed with those papers – I love the mix of the patterns all together. The gifting girl in me came out with these soaps – all I wanted to do was wrap them and give them to people to enjoy!
Thanks to Apartment Therapy for the post, and click here to see more shots!
Tags: Apartment Therapy, home tour
Categories: elsewhere in the news, home+decor, my life •
December 19, 2011 by Simone
I recently teamed up with Society for Rational Dress to create some scrumptious candles. It was a satisfying project to say the least; I blended scents, created soy wax colors and designed our label. We had a lovely holiday bash that we co-hosted with the lovely Brenna Egan of Refinery 29 as well. Click for pics!
I think the Cedar Vanilla scent is my favorite. It’s a bit woodsy, but still a touch sweet. Hmm, or maybe the Sandalwood Rose will be my go to – earthy and soft all in one. We also have a Cucumber White Tea, which has a clean, spa scent.
They come in these beautiful silk baggies that Corinne from SFRD created. The wax color is a soft cashmere grey. These have cozy luxe stocking stuffer written all over them, wouldn’t you say?
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Tags: collabortaions, simone leblanc, Society for Rational Dress, soy candles
Categories: home+decor, our projects •
December 12, 2011 by Simone
Hi sweet readers, I hope you enjoyed a great weekend. I had quite a full one – my house was photographed on Sat (more on that soon!), the bazaar was quite a lovely success (pics on their way!). I took a few pics of my own around my house to share with you. I had a rare, downtime moment (it is December after all…) and there’s nothing like a bit of peace and quiet to appreciate the little things you have placed about your home. My favorite part of decorating is creating moments here & there – small, intimate spots that tells stories about a life. well lived. What about you? Do you have little inspired vignettes in your place?
These poufs were given to by Joanna, after her trip to Morocco. I found the rug in Palm Springs at an estate sale. I love the faded colors.
A few of my favorite things,below. The shoe I’ve posted about before (my sweetheart found it for me). It’s sitting on a jewelry tin that my Great Aunt brought back from France. The little silhouette picture in the back tells a love story…quite romantic wouldn’t you say?
The two photos below are favorites of mine. I adore old photographs. I found the photo of the woman on the left at the Clignacourt, the Paris Flea Market. The woman on the right was brought to me by a friend from Argentina. I would love a conversation with the both of them! Some sage (which I use often), and my favorite Mad et Len candles.
The books below are my Mom’s story books from when she was a child. The illustrations are fantastic. The book ends are antique shoe lasts.
I would love to see pics from your home too..send some my way!
Tags: diy, home, home+decor, interiors
Categories: home+decor, inspiration, just because, my life •
October 12, 2011 by Simone
For those of you out there who love a cozy throw, today is your lucky day. Spend some perusing through Jen Jones’ welsh quilts, which has an amazing stock of over a thousand quilts and blankets made between 1820 and 1939.
During the 17th & 18th centuries, the bedcovers that existed were nearly all utilitarian and made of a heavy worsted material. By the mid 19th century, quilting had become a full blown cottage industry. Think about it – in the days of using fire for warmth, what better to warm you than a heavy handed home-made quilt? Most quilts were made by paid professionals such as miners’ widows or the village seamstresses. Often times boarders would come to a farm and stay put for a couple of weeks while completing a quilt. The fabric and filling were always supplied by the farmer’s wife, but the quilting pattern was chosen by the quilter. Check out some of these blankets I pulled from her site!
These are early 20th Century fringed tapestry blankets…
These lovelies below are crafted from 19th century narrow loom stripe textiles….
These really do look like they came from the 19th C, don’t they? Cold days are up ahead…
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Tags: jen jones, throw, welsh quilts
Categories: home+decor •
October 4, 2011 by Simone
Take a look at these sweet ceramics from prop-stylist & designer Dietland Wolf. Each pieces is colored porcelain that has been polished, not glazed. Hand-hewn, minimal and unpretentious….
I love the matchbox packaging of these ceramic charms. They would make charming little gift toppers…
How beautiful are these earthenware colors?
Charming pattern and color play, don’t you think? Bright, feminine colors with the raw hand touches…
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Tags: ceramics, dietlind wolf, porcelain stoneware
Categories: home+decor •
September 28, 2011 by Simone
I am hands-down loving these ceramic plates by Janice Tchalenko. These quick,loose painted florals feel right for this cozy Fall weather. How great would they look piled together on a table with some worn, overdyed linen in dark indigo, purples, and grays? So lovely, no?
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Tags: ceramics, Janice Tchalenko
Categories: art+artists, home+decor •
September 15, 2011 by Simone
Loving these pieces for fall…..
1. limi feu cardigan, 2. fornasetti box, 3. giles & brother cuff, 4. isabel marant beaded cuff, 5. vivienne westwood snood, 6. cutler & gross sunglasses, 7. vpl gusset bra, 8. vpl boy brief panty, 9. chloe bow belt, 10. stella mccartney gloves, 11. rabbit felt hat
Tags: chloe, cutler & gross, fall essentials, Fornasetti, giles & brother, Isabel Marant, vivienne westwood, vpl
Categories: fashion+style, home+decor •
August 18, 2011 by Simone
I’m always seduced by florals that don’t feel to sweet. The mixing of some muddy colors or a bit of a black or gray creates a tension that feels right. After all, life is about opposing elements finding the perfect balance to create…harmony, wouldn’t you say?
1. armani prive fall 2011 2. paul & joe twill blouse, 3. paul & joe twill floral pants, 4. lanvin black flower tie pin, 5. floral journal, 6. floral sunglasses, 7. romantic scarf pillow, 8. enameled platter, 9. christopher kane embroidered boots, 10. botanical print
Tags: botanical, Christopher Kane, feeling it, floral, lanvin
Categories: fashion+style, feeling it, home+decor •
August 17, 2011 by Simone
Sweet readers, have you seen the beauty of Belarusian textiles? For those of you not familiar, Belarus is a tiny Eastern European country revered for it’s weaving traditions.
Belarusian dress is traditionally made of flax & wool for warmth, and incorporates variety of designs, embroidery and weaving techniques which are used to identify social classes and specific regions.
A significant clothing item traditional to Belarus is the towel which is worn like a belt as a symbol of history, traditions, folkore and an expression of art for the Belarusian people. Check out some of these patterns below – you can see the repetition of white (symbolizing purity) and the red (symbolizing joy). Beautiful and intricate, no?
Tags: belarus, belarusian towels, Culture, Eastern European history, history of textiles, style, Textiles + Textures, towels
Categories: a little bit of history, fashion+style, home+decor •
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