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Wall stickers are such a fun way to customize your living space, but I’ve always loved the idea of also using them as party decor…and these removable wall stickers by divider make that concept even easier! Imagine a baby shower or children’s birthday party with these fun animal (check out the cute elephant/mice decal!) or kids designs, or a bridal shower or adult birthday with ultra modern nature/floral silhouettes or cool graphic patterns. How cool is this skateboarder for a skater boy birthday party… Read more →

Good news for those of us with "not-exactly-green" thumbs! GroBal and GroBal Baby are stylish, ultra-modern planters with a unique watering system that does the work for you… just check the water filter indicator and refill when needed! Thanks to GroBal designer Karim Rashid, my houseplants might stand a chance at staying lush and green after all. Read more →

Jamali Garden is a fabulous resource for party and wedding decor - you’ll find everything from great centerpiece containers in (natural, ceramic, and metal finishes) to floral supplies, candles, and decorative accents like feathers and seashells.

I’m especially loving Jamali’s selection of Natural Pots, which include vases and pots made from materials like bamboo, natural wood, and kiri wood. Favorites pictured above include:
• Tall Bamboo Cylinders ($18 - $24 ea)
• Blond Wood Vases ($10 - $20 ea)
• 8×6″ Kiri Wood Tray ($5 ea) What is Kiri?
• Natural Bamboo Cylinders ($5 - $12 ea)
• Matte Green Bamboo Cylinders ($5 - $18 ea)

Even if you can’t afford that dreamy ocean-front home with the fabulous beach-side patio for entertaining (sigh…) , that doesn’t mean you can’t at least bring the beach to you! The trend in ocean/beach themed housewares this season is a breath of fresh air as we head into the warmer months, not to mention a great theme to work with for parties! (Who doesn’t love a trip to the beach?!) Here are a few cool products & ideas for creating your own personal seaside ambiance…

Pictured above: Sea Urchin Bud Vases - LOVE THESE! ($24.95/set of 3); Vanilla Starfish & Seahorse Soap Set - great for guest bathrooms or as party favors ($14.95/set of 3); Embroidered Coral Beach Guest Towels ($13.95/set of 2)

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A unique, modern vase is a conversation-worthy centerpiece all on it’s own…and these curvy beauties definitely fit the bill. No need for tons of flowers here - all you need is a single, colorful flower or some simple greenery to act as icing on the cake.

Pictured above: Zero Vases in white and grey ($39.95 ea at Wrapables). 1930’s style Aalto Vase in black ($135 - $150 at Moma Store, and porcelain Outline Vase ($48 at Moma Store)

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I’m really excited to start the new week off with a super-mod giveaway from Modern Dose ! The fantastic (and award-winning) Panton chair was originally designed by Verner Panton in 1968 and is one of the iconic designs of the century. Just as much sculptural art as it is furniture, Modern Dose’s version - the "S-Chair " provides the perfect combo of form + function! Available colors include glossy white, red, black, green and orange - and flat red, white, and black.

This week at hwtm, Modern Dose is offering up one of these fabulous S-chairs (which also happen to be featured in this month’s *Domino ) to a lucky reader - a $265 value!! If your home or office could use a dose of hip, artistic flair…here’s your chance!

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You might already be familiar with Interior Style Home from the cool French Bull Giveaway they did with us in December - and I’m happy to share with you that they’re already offering up another cool product in a new Surprise Giveaway: this wonderfully contemporary "Badu Box " home accent - a $110 value ! Read more →

Add some sparkle to your Christmas or New Year’s table - or under the tree - with these golden beauties: {clockwise from top left} Gold Glass Table Turnings (on sale for $10 each at West Elm), Gold Electroplate Candlesticks ($70/set of 2 Rosanna), Iona 2-pc. Salad Server Set ($15 at Target), and Crustacean & Kelp Platter (porcelain plate with 23-karat gold design, $115 at Violet)

Today’s first giveaway revelation comes from a name that many of you might recognize… renown textile & housewares designer Thomas Paul ! The signature bold colors, contemporary patterns, and unique designs have made Thomas Paul a favorite among interior designers and modern design lovers in general. Two of his popular silk pillows are actually sitting on the couch in my office - directly in my line of sight as I’m typing this

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2JANE is a very cool & unique online shop that features beautiful, imported home decor & accessories. At 2JANE , you’ll find wonderful pieces that are artful and inspired , yet practical at the same time… the perfect mix of fashion + function!

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