I stumbled upon this fantastic orange dresser/buffet and had to share. Available at Live.Like.You for $998.

Orange Scarf

Orange scarf from Anthropologie and oooh it's cashmere. $98

Daybed Chair

While browsing the internet for the perfect daybed I came across this beauty. Not exactly the kind of daybed I was browsing for but I'll take it. It looks incredibly comfortable and is what I've been looking for without even knowing. I'm not sure if you can actually buy it, or if it's just one of those concept pieces. If it is for sale it's probably crazy expensive. But I can dream.

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Lasso Lamp

Orange lasso desk lamp on sale at Crate&Barrel for $29.95!

What day is it, again?

I don't know about you, but I have a hard time keeping track of the day and date. Thanks to my new clock from Kohl's I won't have that problem any more. Isn't it cute!

Orange belt

Orange belt on sale at Martin + Osa for $24.95!

Adorable bicycle

I don't own a bicycle, but if I was going to purchase one this would definitely be an option. It comes in other colors for those those of you who think orange is too bold and can be yours for $235 (incl. shipping). The basket liner leaves something to be desired but I'm sure that can be changed. And as you can see from the big old watermark splashed over the picture it's from bikebuyers.com.

New sneaks

Check my new sneakers! Awesome right? A steal of a deal courtesy of Kohl's where everything is always on sale plus a 20% off coupon. If you find yourself overcome with jealousy and want a pair for yourself, visit shoes.com.

Score

Thanks to Target restocking the Orla Kiely merchandise I was able to give this canister a good home. It now houses all of my charging cables for cell phones, iPods, etc... Too bad the lids aren't very tight because the big green container would make a great cookie jar.

My weekend

Admitting you have a problem is the first step right? I'm a little bit of a compulsive returner. I will go to the store and buy something, then freak out about spending so much money, or decide I don't really like it that much after all, and will take it back and return it. Then I end up complaining that I don't have anything to wear. So, this weekend I went to the mall and bought two pairs of shoes. Still deciding on weather I'm keeping both pairs.

Clark's Craft

I'll keep these but need a half size up. How can I resist the orange?

Chinese Laundry Starlet
These would go perfectly with the dress I want from Nordstrom's. But that would involve buying an expensive dress. Might have to return these.

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I also mentioned in a previous post how much I want a little dog of my own. I saw the cutest little dapple dachshund at the mall pet store. (And you don't have to lecture me about how bad it is to buy a dog from a pet store, I know all about puppy mills.) I have plenty of time to train a puppy since I'm unemployed but it's probably not such a great time financially. I didn't buy him but have been thinking about how cute he is for days. I'm going to try not to go into pet stores anymore because all the dogs are just so cute and I feel so bad for them and want to rescue them all.


Which got me thinking about all the stuff I could buy for my puppy. Which got me thinking of one of my favorite etsy shops: Annie's Sweatshop. She makes all kinds of great dog products and uses her dachshunds to model them.

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I went to the flea market on Sunday which was a complete bust. Where was my vintage Saarinen table for $50? I'll probably have to venture to an NYC flea market for that kind of find. No vintage Pyrex or Catherine Holm either. :(

Sing in the shower with style

Who doesn't like to sing in the shower? And what better way to protect your iPod and get your tunes into the bathroom, than this fun little gadget from Zumreed. The drop speaker used to cost $49.99 but the price has since been raised to $64.99, a little too steep in my opinion. But I guess it's also good for the beach and poolside. I bet you know which color I want, it also comes in blue, white and pink. Available at Gizmine.

Rug roundup

Ikea Andrea Rug $299

Thomas Paul Coral Rug $150-$814

This one looks soooo comfy.
WestElm Sheepskin rug $149-$249


And now let's have a moment of silence for my favorite rugs that have been discontinued:

West Elm Taksim/Pottery Barn Moorish Tile

CB2's Morocco

CB2's Sleepy Hollow

CB2's Burst

Have you seen my stapler?

Office Space is a cult classic and one of my favorite movies. If you haven't seen it, you need to get your butt down to the videostore and rent it or just buy it. It's that good.

After watching you might find yourself craving a red stapler. Swingline makes one but it doesn't look like Milton's. If you want an exact replica visit devinj.

Or look at this great orange stapler I discovered thanks to Jessica at How About Orange. $21.95 at CB2.

Ebay finds

Catherine Holm lotus plate

I think this seller has lost their mind asking $125, but it's still pretty.

Tissue box cover $9.95

Zoom Zoom

Was orange a trendy color in 2004? I don't remember but around that time a lot of cars were available in orange. As you can tell I'm hoping my next car will be...you guessed it....orange.

Mazda3

Acura RSX

Honda Element

Throw pillows

Gemini Flamingo Pillow, $65, BlisslivingHome

Feather Pillow by Thomas Paul, $100, Bobby Berk Home

Dachshund Pillow, $39.95, Naked Decor

Craigslist

Craigslist in Connecticut is pretty sad. It's definitely not as popular here when compared with states that actually have a major city. You won't find any great deals on Eames lounges or Saarinen tables here. Just lots of boring furniture, ugly green couches and Ikea cast offs. That's why I'm always extremely jealous of the great finds that can be had in other areas like this retro fireplace in Minneapolis, MN.

On a side note people really should put more of an effort into taking better photographs.

I've been dying for one of these retro fireplaces, not that I actually have a place to put it. I looked on ebay and check out what I found.

Retro Orange Fireplace, Starting bid: $100

If anyone out there actually dislikes the color orange, there is one available in yellow too.

Retro Yellow Fireplace, Starting bid: $199

Ebay finds

Set of 6 Panton chairs (original from 1960)

Seller: artcollector-usa Starting bid: $900

These chairs would easily run you $1600 in the store and the best part...they're orange!

Decorative Twin Headboard
Seller: tsandcompany Starting bid: $59

This would be absolutely adorable in a little girl's room, and the seller has another if you need it.

Dresser with circular pattern cut into top drawer
Seller: tsandcompany Starting bid: $50

This would make a great furniture rehab project. I would paint the top, sides and top drawer white, letting the wood show through the circular pattern.

The object of my affection

I drive a silver Honda Civic and while it's reliable and gets excellent gas mileage, I just can't get excited about it. Silver is so boring and the car just lacks pizazz.

I'm a frugal person, and will probably drive my Honda until it is ready to kick the bucket. But if I ever have to replace it, you'll find me at the Mini dealership. Ah Mini, how I love you.