Art Life: Lilly Piri's Relocation

I haven't been able to stop staring at  Lilly Piri's drawing Relocation -- which made it just the right pick for this week's Art Life.  The image is quite haunting-- there seems to be a sadness and innocence behind the figure's gaze. I love how the limited color palette that Piri uses is warm and inviting, and yet still maintains ghost-like qualities. For the Art Life collection, I jumped on the chance to find home items in whites and creams that would really connect in a room that also includes a framed print of Relocation!

Think: Limited color palette of warm whites and creams, Elegance through simplicity, A touch of Nature/Birds

Lilly Piri around the web: Websites 1 & 2  |  Blog  |  Etsy  |  Society6 Print Shop  |  

Thumbtack Press Prints  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  

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1. Distressed Series Frame in Natural from Frame USA
2. Pressed Flower Hook, Opaque in Cream from Anthropologie
3. Glass Birdfeeder from Terrain
4. Glass Hummingbird Feeder from Terrain
5. Musings Tray by Poet and Potter Kylie Johnson from Anthropologie
6. Paper Sketch Vases by Artist Samantha Robinson from Anthropologie
7. Alice in Wonderland Playing Card from Star Mango on Etsy
8. Large Brady Console from Ballard Designs
9. Lucian Chair (with Bradley Natural fabric) from Ethan Allen
10. Lucian Ottoman (with Bradley Natural fabric)  from Ethan Allen
11. Lilly Piri's Relocation iPhone Case from Lilly Piri on Society6
12. Shiffli Dress from Old Navy
13. Siamond Magenta: Italian Croco Leather Travel Bag in Sand from Target
14. Bird Bath Bowl from Anthropologie
15. Red Cross Tote from CafePress
16. All Over Shimmer Duo by Stila from Sephora
17. Eye Shadow Trio by Stila from Sephora
18. The Sailor's Dream Print by Lilly Piri  from Lilly Piri on Society6
19. Mister E Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
20. Tattooed Man Print By Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
21. Naiad Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
22. Quoll Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6

Lee Price

Saw this image over on Design Crush yesterday and had to share it here! It's a painting (!!!) by Lee Price called Lemon Meringue. Beautiful!

Check out Kelly's post on Design Crush as well!

Color Theory | Nathan Ota

I really enjoy how Nathan Ota's color palette creates a strong sense of nostalgia in his illustrations. The collaging of images adds to the feelings of "memory" in Alive, shown above.  Take a look at the rest of Nathan's work on his website, get news on his blog, and you can even buy a print of Alive over at Thumbtack Press!

Weekend Fun!

The weekend is almost here, which means time for a little fun! Here are some playful picks for spicing up any outfit! 

• Boho Stretch Enamel Purple Ring from 1928
• Carolee Oval Drop Earrings from Bloomingdales
• Paul X by Paul Smith Stripe Scarf from Farfech 
• Dezenzo by ALDO from Zappos
• Savina Tonal Bracelets from Delia's

What are your plans this weekend? 

xo

*For those of you who follow in a reader, we'll be doing some editing and updating on the blog this weekend to fix some kinks. Some posts might republish, landing in their same spot on the blog, but unfortunately showing up in your reader as a new post. Please excuse the mess & confusion-- it should be fairly quick and painless! Thanks so much :)

Rainy Day

Ok, rain. You can stay. But only because of your cute boots (and the flowers you bring!)

Hunter "Original Tall" High Gloss Rain Boot from Nordstrom

Art Life: Jillian Nickell's Whale Ship Pygmalion Music Festival Poster

I'm so excited to feature Jillian Nickell's Whale Ship Pygmalion Music Festival Poster on this week's Art Life! When I first saw it, I couldn't get over how creative the whale ship is. What a perfect mix of "in the sea" elements with spot on execution. And the fact that it's an illustration for a music festival makes it that much more fun. 

Think: Nautical, Calming Blues, Musical Inspirations

Jillian Nickell around the web: Website  |  Etsy   |  Twitter  |  Threadless

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1. Round Wood Mirror from Terrain
2. Glow-in-the-Dark Brass Compass from Amazon
3. Custom Map Pillow Cover from Salt Labs on Etsy
4. Brass Telescope with Leather Case from Mann & CO on Etsy
5. Turquoise Porcelain Sea Urchin Bud Vase from Blue Room Pottery on Etsy
6. Scrimshaw Moby Platter from Furbish Studio
7. Nahangi Turquoise Floral Copper Whale Necklace from Simplee You on Etsy
8. Nautical Brass Sundial and Compass from Amazon
9. Brass Whale Necklace from A Common Thread on Etsy
10. Ra Ra Riot The Rhumb Line CD from the Ra Ra Riot Merch Store
11. Iron and Wine The Creek Drank the Cradle CD from the Iron and Wine Online Store
12. Pirate Ship Vintage Tee from Critter Jitters on Etsy
13. Pirate Ship Retro Skull and Bones Print Tee from Happy Family on Etsy
14. Snowsera Concert Poster  by Jillian Nickells
15. The Number One Sons Concert Poster by Jillian Nickells
16. Elsinore Canary Gramaphone Concert Poster Print from Jillian Nickells on Etsy
17. Crosley Entertainment Center from Buy.com
18. Beth's Victorian Style Turquoise Cluster Cocktail Ring from Fantasy Jewelry Box

For Japan with Love

Tomorrow I'll be participating in the bloggers day of silence in order to pay respect to those affected by the devastation in Japan. Visit For Japan with Love if you'd like to help and/or participate. And please spread the word! 

xo see you back here on Monday.

Happy St. Patrick's Day, Friends!

Wishing you a fun, lucky day! 

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• Irish Spring Emerald Green Onyx Gemstone Necklace from the Jewelry Chateau on Etsy 
• Good Luck Print by Rococco Co. on Etsy 
• Lucky Charm Necklace by EarlyBright on Etsy 
• Estate Style Transparent Olive Green Teardrop Earrings by Not One Sparrow on Etsy
• Retro Chartreuse and White Mini Pot by Suite One Studio on Etsy

On The Desk 3.16.11

A little quick sneak peek on the desk this week! Lots of new projects in the works, delicious blobs of paint everywhere, coffee with some vanilla ice cream in it (so good!) and a touch of mother nature from the tree out back.

Have a great one! Meet you back here soon? Its a date.

A Little Daylight Savings..

The extra hour of sunlight last night was just what I needed! It's funny, the psychology around daylight; the feeling that there's more time to get things done just because it's not dark outside. I love it, and I'll take it any day with open arms. 

Some fresh, clean, spring finds:

1. Wildflower Honey Sugar Scrub from Green Valley Naturals on Etsy
2. Nacklace de Plume from Modcloth (check out the other photos, its a huge necklace!)
3. Vintage Blue Canning Jar Pendant Light by Lamp Goods on Etsy
4. Green Capiz Lotus Votive Holder from Furbish Studio
5. Delilah Teal Plate from Crate&Barrel
6. Hummingbird Lavender Sachets from Furbish Studio
7. Straw Amber Bubble Beads from Paulina Beads on Etsy
8. Handcrafted Iron Pails from Grandin Road

Art Life: Laura Brink's Pace Mama

This week's Art Life features a wonderful painting by Laura Brink called "Pace Mama." I love how Brink uses color in her work, here mixing subtle blues and greys with vibrant reds and oranges. She also blends patterns and textures together masterfully-- which is key not only in a painting-- but also in fashion and home decor. 

Think: Trellis patterning, Textural fabrics, Pops of vibrant color

Please visit Laura Brink's Website

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1. Imperial Trellis Wallpaper in Raspberry by Schumacher and Kelly Wearstler from Drapery Row
2. Ashville Wall-Mount Votive Holder from Pottery Barn
3. Benton Large Etagere from Ballard Designs
4. Manchester Apartment Sofa in Twill Indigo from Ballard Designs
5. Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis Pillow from Decorative Instincts on Etsy
6. Terracotta Pitcher Vase from Green Feet
7. Red Rose hair Clip by Olini Floral on Etsy
8. Imperial Trellis Wristlet from Decorative Instincts on Etsy
9. Scarf from Scarf World
10. Ojai West Coast Hobo Bag from Lucky Brand
11. Coral Pendant Necklace from Lucky Brand
12. Lightweight Polka-Dot Scarf from Old Navy
13. Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in "And a Cherry on Top" from Sephora

Again check out all of Laura Brink's work here!

Color Theory | Kris Lewis

Kris Lewis is one of my favorite painters, ever. This piece is called "Red" -- see it larger here.

Check out the rest of Lewis' work on his website and follow his updates on twitter.

Free Printable To Do Lists

Let's start Monday off with some organizational fun! Lists are great for making sure you get it all done and pick everything up from the store. And who doesn't like to add a little something already completed to the bottom of the list-- just for the sheer satisfaction of crossing it off? Guilty!

Click below to download our free Ribbon and Anchor To Do Lists. There are three sheets to one 8.5" x 11" page (one ribbon, one anchor, and one blank lined!) Just simply print, cut and use!

• Click here to download Printable To Do Lists

Cheers, Monday!

**Please note, images are © Ash and Anchor. Lists are for personal use only! Thanks!

Friday, Finally!

Hello there-- Happy Friday! I hope you have some fun planned for the weekend. Today the sun is shining bright in Bmore and I cant stop thinking about new green leaves!

In honor of this great day-- here are some happy picks from Etsy:

• Innocent Crush Zipper Pouch with Clip from Charm Design
• Fire King Jadite Jane Ray Cup and Saucer from Jadite Kate
• Monocle Necklace from RagTrade Vintage
• Caramel Apple Glycerin Soap from KcSoapsNmore

Have a lovely weekend and do stop back in early next week, I have some fun goodies up my sleeve! 

Nonsense!

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!