Well, these days it seems that every label is trying to become a lifestyle brand, creating capsule collections, using local artisans, etc etc. I previously posted about Urban Outfitters' partnering with Republic Bicycles. Well, they're also working with Society 6, an online community of global artists. You can purchase prints through their print shop and at $25 a pop for a 17" x 23" print, it's... Read more
Restaurants I've been to recently that I recommendAuntie Em's Kitchen- great brunch on Eagle Rock Blvd. Amazing baked goods, local ingredients.Little Flower Candy Co- sandwiches, salads, baked goods and of course candies on Colorado Blvd between Eagle Rock and Pasadena. I haven't tried the candy yet, but have heard it's amazing. Great hostess gifts.Cafe Stella- Little french Bistro in Sunset... Read more
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So Denise and her husband are still debating the layouts that I provided to them - see previous blog post. However, they settled for Scheme 2. In the meantime, I've created a more fleshed out scheme. It has a subtle nautical flavor which I think works especially well for Seattle. It's masiculine, and watery, but still warm. Martha Stewart Living Capital Stripe Rug – 8x10 - $397Ballard Designs... Read more
Most of you design savvy people out there know about Interface carpet's line of residential Flor tiles. They've been plugged by everyone from Martha to HGTV's Genevieve Gorder. But carpet tiles? Seriously? Most people who tout themselves as "real" designers wouldn't dare to put anything with the words "carpet" and "tile" together in a residence. Well, Interface is challenging us design snobs. I... Read more
My sister-in-law Soyoung just entered Minted's Happily Ever After Wedding Invitation Design Challenge. She's passed the first round of over 1400 entriees and now it's up to you all to select her design to be part of Minted's 2011 wedding collection. I love how this is mod, graphic, unique and fun. If you like what you see too, vote for her design here(in order to do so, please sign up for a... Read more
Yup, it's true. Target is coming to downtown LA... actually Target is coming to 7th and Figueroa which is just steps from my office.Of course, this isn't actually happening until Fall of 2012, but I'm still bristling with excitement. Now, let's hope that it has more the upscale Target (ehem... pronounced Tar-jay of course) flair of the suburban Targets that we know and none of the lousy customer... Read more
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And get yourselves over to this Open House on Sunday at 1517 North Ave 47 in Eagle Rock. Admittedly, this is another plug to get all our friends to populate our hood, but c'mon, this is a great deal! A cute newly renovated 2 bedroom main house, a back garage converted into a studio, and a one bedroom back house that you can rent out to offset your mortgage!At just $499,000 this is a steal! Read more
Land's End just launched a new brand called Lands' End Canvas 1963. It has a younger hipper vibe a la J. Crew and Madewell, and a bit of the preppy flair of Polo and Kate Spade. Yet it still has Lands' End's roots in solid classic staples. I think maybe they're on to something? Read more
Hi Friends!Check out the Eagle's Nest's new blog header and logo. And help to spread the word by adding our button to your website or blog. Just copy the html code under the button (on my side bar) and paste it into your site! Read more
Our real estate agent Charlie Clark, did a great job listening to what we wanted in a house and finding us our wonderful Eagle Rock chalet. We adore our location and are trying to convince all our friends to move to our area. And we think we've found the perfect little place for those of you who want to join us in our little slice of LA. It's a 1700 square foot newly renovated bungalow, priced to... Read more