What the Heck Pinterest??

Pinterest you're in the FISH BOWL DOG HOUSE!

I have recently been hanging out on Pinterest and I have noticed that my feed has been 

filled with junk!

 Have you also noticed this? 

At first I wasn't sure what was going on because I only follow those with beautiful boards and amazing taste, but I soon realized I was being inundated with random stuff that I had absolutely no interest in...like THIS...

And this thing that only Big bird could appreciate!...

I had no idea that pins were being "picked for me". Why would a bathroom that is the complete opposite of my taste be showing up in my feed? I have tried clicking the little grey X in the lower right corner of the pins, but it doesn't seem to work.

That storage pull out thing is is not a "Kitchen Dream" as Pinterest calls it, more like a kitchen nightmare!

Here are a few other pins that have made me laugh...so not my thing!
 

 A gun in a Coach purse...NO WAY!

 I have no words.

 Better start saving beer cans.

Why are stripper shoes always clear?
Can you imagine walking in that thing if it was full of coins?

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Have a great day :)

Modern Cottage

I just love this property. If you are on Pinterest I am sure you have seen at least a couple of photos from this Charleston S.C. bungalow designed by Jen Langston. I was pinning it to my "Modern Cottage" board and thought I would share it with you. The home has a unique feel with a successful combination of tropical style, classic finishes and modern decor. The indoor-outdoor living, palm trees and the texture from sisal rugs and rattan furniture are a nod to island living. The oak barn doors, the pale hand scraped hardwood floors and the ship lapped paneling throughout the main living areas help to warm up the space. My favourite part is the outdoor living area; the fireplace, kitchen, pool and outdoor shower make it a perfect home for entertaining.

The One Room Challenge {My Favourites}

For the last couple of years I have really enjoyed following along with The One Room Challenge. The One Room Challenge was created by Linda from the blog Calling It Home. Twice a year Linda invites 20 design bloggers to transform a room in 6 short weeks. Every week the participants let us in on their progress and keep us informed of materials, budgets and design dilemmas. It is so inspiring to see what people come up with. If you would like to take a look at all of this seasons finished rooms you can find them here.

Here are a few of my favourites...

6th Street Design School

Waiting on Martha

Design Dump

Decor Happy

Jenna Sue

The Parker Palm Springs

When I was in Palm Springs I knew I had to stop in at The Parker Hotel to see it in person. I am sure if you are on Pinterest you have seen lots of photos from the hotel, specifically the image of the iconic orange doors and white breeze blocks.
The Parker was originally the first Holiday Inn in California, opening in 1959. It was later owned by Gene Autry and Merv Griffin.
Ten years ago the hotel went through a major renovation, with Johnathan Adler designing the interiors.
The hotel gets mixed reviews, not sure if I would actually stay there, but it was neat to spend a bit of time touring the grounds and taking a few photos. What was interesting about the outdoor design was the rambling dirt paths that are bordered by high hedges that conceal hidden areas to explore. You will find areas for fire pits, croquet, tennis, hammocks, bubbling 

fountains and secluded sitting areas.

For me the design was a mix of mid century and old county club, with a bit of 70's hippy style.

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Ralph Lauren Sun Hat

I love the new sun hat I bought for my trip to Palm Springs.

 I had been looking for something that was light weight, with a brim large enough to keep the sun off my face and it had to be packable.

You can find it here:  The Bay.

Palm Springs

A few more photos of our time in Palm Springs.

Hiking from one oasis to another in the Indian Canyons...

 The guide found a Rosy Boa snake. 

We had dinner one night at Merv Griffin's estate.

The house was built with entertaining in mind. It has 4 guest bungalows, a guest cottage and a gate house that are all available for rent.

I thought the design was really well done...notice the very subtle Moorish details throughout.

 

 "Sammy", "Frank" and "Dean" welcoming us to the house.

 Being serenaded by Dean Martin..complete with drink and cigarette.

 One of the round guest bungalows.

The next night we had dinner in a private dining room at The Riviera Hotel.

We spent a day touring the old Palm Springs downtown. 

Lots of interesting shops and restaurants.

 The Palm Springs Art Museum was well worth the visit.

Lots of beautiful abstract paintings.

This multimedia piece by Brian Wills was crazy.

 It is made up of thousands of rayon threads strung over wooden boxes.

Viewed straight on, the colours are mutted, from the side the colour are more vibrant.

It reminded me of a paint chip strip.