PinkEggshell: January 2013

Glassy Baby, Russell +Hazel and A Few Other Things I'm Loving Right Now

Is it too early to tell you about some of my favorite things of 2013? I have really become a total product junkie lately. As a result, I am loving some amazingly cool things right now. Items that are making my life more enjoyable each day. Y'all, these are the things that make me feel good,
keep me smiling and saying, "I'm so blessed."

The first is the Russell +Hazel Mini Binder turned stylish agenda. I must say, I have a thing with agendas. I love my iPhone, but there's nothing like writing things down in an agenda. I have the one with the gold cover. If you have a need for a change, check it out in person at your favorite paper or gift shop. There are so many interesting accessories.
You'll love creating an agenda that's as unique as you are.

Glassy Baby Candle Holders / Image via GlassyBaby.com

During Blogfest 2012, we were given a Glassy Baby votive holder in our swag bag. Since I was moving, I packed the entire bag up and put it into storage. Last week I pulled it out and re-discovered this innovative and creative company. I am so in love! I love everything about them. The votives are hand blown and come in the yummiest of colors. The founder, Lee Rhodes, has amazing vision and has done tremendous work with unrestricted cancer support. Love that!

Buy them. Give them.

Tory Burch for Target + Neiman Marcus Vacuum Sealed Beverage Container and Lunch Box

You can drive a hybrid and "go natural" in every since of the movement, but unless you stop drinking from water bottles none of it matters. Nothing is as harmful to you or the environment as plastic water bottles. No amount of marketing can change this fact. When you have a moment, please check out the documentary Tapped. In the meantime, explore ways of transporting your water in fresh ways.

I love this Tory Burch beverage container. It keeps my water ice cold all day long.

You'll love it. Trust me.

Cloth Kolo photo album via kolo.com

H e l l o B r o o k l yn,

I am excited to welcome Malene B to Atlanta for the Atlanta International Home and Gift Market. Mark your calendars for Thursday January 10th at 2:00pm. You'll meet the designer and get a preview of her new rug collection "Destinations and Voyages."

Get to know Malene through the images and quotes gathered below. They are from her lovely website. Please bookmark it. Then like here on Facebook and follow her on twitter. She is definitely one to watch.

"It is important for me to be socially conscious in all my endeavors. To that end, I proudly support Goodweave and Aid to Artisans in their quest to eliminate child labor practices, provide education and preserve handmade crafts in Africa, Asia and South America.

White Still Making a Huge Impact in 2013

You don't have to go far to find blog posts about the 2013 color of the year. It's starting to show up everywhere. I love Emerald Green, but think white is going to have a great year also. Why white, why now? Well, the right white can transform a space. It's fresh and extremely versatile. Once you get comfortable using white paint the right way, it will become one of your favorite design staples.

Use some of these tricks from designers of the African American Top 20

to make a smooth transition into your unforgettable white space.

Family Room By Michel Boyd

In this family room designed by Michel Boyd, the walls were left white while the ceiling was infused with a pop of color. This is one of my favorite applications! The ceiling color was pulled from the

pillow fabric and ties the room together perfectly.

Family Room Close-up By Michel Boyd

There are so many amazing fabrics out there that make a statement on their own. Boyd used this lovely floral print to add interest to his white reading nook.