Meg Ryan's lovely beach retreat in Martha's Vineyard

Now, I know I have an obsession with Nantucket.

I have yet to visit the similar sister Island, Martha's Vineyard, although it is definitely in my plans to do so! I know that it is a larger, more populated, and a more popular island.  The Massachusetts Island has a history and ties with many of the "rich & famous" in history. I can see why the Island has an appeal to many famous people. It has a unique character and beauty and can offer a peaceful seclusion from the rest of the world. It's dreamy really.  Well, at least I imagine so. I adore Nantucket and Cape Cod, and know that it is very similar to those lovely places.  

Anyway, Meg Ryan is one of those movie star's that brilliantly chose to take refuge and comfort on the beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard. 

Featured in Elle Decor, Meg offers a peek into her comfortable and beautiful beach retreat. Her bathroom is actually one of my favorite rooms of the house. The bathtub, vanity, storage, tiled floor, and funky lighting are all pure perfection in my book!  The bluestone and brick shelving in the pantry is pretty impressive too.  Another fave is the dinning area. Love the vintage "Flowers" sign and all the interior windows. It adds character and a historical feel to the beach house.  Check out the article and more photos at Elle Decor. 

photos, article & more info via Elle Decor

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Ashley Stark's Fresh Manhattan Apartment

This could possibly be one of the most beautiful, sophisticated, funky, and stylish 

apartments I've ever laid eyes on...

Ashley Stark, who is the creative director of her family business;

 Stark home furnishings, shows her lovely apartment in Elle Decor.  

If you'd like to know the details of what she chose for her home and why, then check out 

the article in Elle Decor, where she explains her renovating and decorating process. 

One thing that really stands out to me, is the lighting that Ashley has chosen for each room...

they become the statement piece in each room.

all photos via Elle Decor

Beach Hut in Portugal

Doesn't this beach hut look lovely?
I would love to spend a day, maybe a month, in this fantastic Portuguese fishing hut...
Give me a nice beach read + a pina colada + a nice cheese & crackers plate & I'd be a happy lady.
When I spotted this in Elle Decor I was quite taken.  My favorite part about this quaint hut is that the sand is the floor!  The bonus is that under the sand is a radiant-heat system to warm the floor... um, ok. Can I have that in my own home? I would love a warm floor to walk on.  I feel like I'm always cold and my hubby is always complaining how hot it is... sound familiar?

This is located in the Portuguese coastal town of Comporta, about an hour south of Lisbon.  

It is a quiet fishing village where miles of sandy beaches were framed by acres of pine forests 

and the dunes of the nearby natural reserve of the Sado estuary. 

Hut was renovated for modern living by Aires Mateus and Assoc.

More images & info on Elle Decor

Jack & Lulu Cards in Elle Decor Magazine: available at Modern Palm

Look who was featured in Elle Decor Magazine...  

Why the lovely, simple, & charming Jack & Lulu Anchor & Lobster Note Cards.  

"With their iconic gold-foil-embossed seaside motifs and watery hues, 

Jack and Lulu's note cards are a charming way to extend an invitation 

or express thanks this summer. " 

These cards are available in Modern Palm Boutique, 

along with several other styles & colors.  

Also available:  
palm trees, pineapples, crabs, horses, bees, tennis rackets, crickets, star fish...
basically something for everyone.
These cards make the perfect thank you and the perfect gift!  

I can't get enough of them!
What a fun thing to send to someone that you vacationed with this summer, 
or a perfect hosting gift, or a perfect personalized gift to a friend or family member. 

Packaging Idea: tie a string around these cute boxes using Divine Bakers Twine
from Modern Palm Boutique, and that makes such a darling gift!

NEW at Modern Palm! Katherine Rally Pillows and Tablecloths!

The latest addition to the

Modern Palm Boutique

are these amazing pillows & tablecloths by Katherine Rally,
all the way from Bali!

The name Katherine Rally comes from its two designers / creators, 

Katherine and Rally Dupps.

After backpacking through Southeast Asia, 

they were engaged and decided to move to Bali, Indonesia.

Luckily, we are able to benefit from their surroundings! 

They have created their own line of batiks inspired by their love of 

travel, textiles and design. 

Luckily, we are able to benefit from their surroundings! 

They have created their own line of batiks inspired by their love of 

travel, textiles and design.

I adore these unique prints, designs, and colors.  I love the possibility of mixing the modern designs with the more traditional.  And how fun are these colors? So many possibilities with these bright, bold and beautiful colors.  They could be perfect for layering together, or they could make a serious statement by using the same color but mixing with different prints.
 

To check out more pillows and tablecloths 

please visit  

Modern Palm or Modern Palm Blog.

Here are just a few designs that I personally love...

Can't wait to find out which are your favorite! 

 

 

I adore these bright, exotic tablecloths. Perfect way to spice up a kitchen!