Masters of the Monogram

You already know how much I love monograms but have I ever told you how much I love The Printery?  It is one of my favorite stationery houses on the planet.  I had the pleasure of visiting their charming Oyster Bay Press a few years ago and there is just nothing like their wavy and warped old floors to help you appreciate the old presses and printers.  They are featured in my book about monograms that comes out this Fall (can't wait!!!).

They are masters with a monogram and now is the time to order some papers of your own.  Let them help you create something special. Now is the time because their annual half price sale on new and engraved dies and plates is on until the end of March!  You can save 50% on new monogram or name dies, return addresses and even on hand cut plates for invitations. 

You don't have to make your way to Oyster Bay to order though.  Give them a call at (516) 922-3250 and let them guide you through the process.  In addition to their beautiful dies, the can help you create a stunning stationery suite in unique color combinations that will make your notes stand out!

Photo courtesy of The Printery

Seahorses for Summer

I found this dining room while rummaging through some old photos I had torn from magazines and I fell in love with the room all over again.  Designed by Leslie Klotz, this sunny yellow dining room is in a Hamptons Home that appeared in House Beautiful a few years ago.  I love the rope bar and the upholstry on the chairs but what really struck me were the wonderful yellow Seahorses.  Aren't they great?

Here are a few more Seahorse things I love:

This amazing compact sold on Ebay but wouldn't it have been a fun item to throw in your summer bag for touch ups?

Love this lamp from Shades of Light!  What an easy way to get the look for only $139.

These two seahorse prints just make this beachy bedroom.

This is incredible!

I never pack for the beach with out a sweater from Seaton and I love the kissing seahorses.  Aren't they cute? I have a gray one with yellow seahorses on the back and it always makes me smile. 

How sweet are these Mobiles? 

Now, if you are really passionate about Seahorses, you might consider this treasure from Lalique!  Can you imagine it filled with coral branches and white flowers?  

If you are not wanting to make a huge commitment to the Seahorse theme at home, you can get a quick fix with a box of fill ins from my favorite stationery shop, The Printery in Oyster Bay, NY.  Check out their entire selection or order something custom at iPrintery.com