I was in a mood for something soothing tonight and the thought of pale purples came to mind, so I lit a few lavender candles. Maybe when you smell lavender or lilacs those calming colors begin to float through your mind, too. So, in Numero Fourteen in my Ode to Domino’s My Deco Files, we’re visiting the color purple. The color wheel defines purple as ‘any... 
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Today’s Flickr Curator is one of my favorite Polaroid wizards, Jinnie Lee of Lilac Moon Studios. I first discovered Jinnie on flickr, and then she graciously agreed to share her home with us here on sfgirlbybay’s Unexpected Guests. Jinnie’s photography work is elegant and so lovely and she has a wonderful eye for what is just simply sublime. You can find more... 
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It’s official; picnic season is upon us. Tonight, forgo the usual TV dinner and surprise your family [or yourself!] with a fun little outdoor picnic. For inspiration, check out Elsa’s most recent picnic photos, and prepare your feast with these essential picnic ingredients. Don’t forget your camera and sunscreen! Be good, now. *And, in case you’re unfamiliar,... 
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Antler is a brand new online magazine I just received via email, and I got to wondering how y’all feel about reading a magazine online? Antler focuses on composing a collection of beautiful, inspiring ideas and designs from all aspects of life. They come in the body of a fashion magazine, but are more than just that. Antler looks for ways to inspire through not only fashion,... 
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I’d like to say I discovered Neville Trickett, but I am afraid he discovered me. I am so grateful for that. Neville sent me a link to his wondrous flickr photostream and I became instantly fascinated by his photographs. You could just tell this was one interesting person by looking at them. I shared his work a few weeks ago and now I’m thrilled to share his home... 
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