Showing posts with label kilim. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kilim. Show all posts

Friday, 26 June 2015

The Home of... Julia Chaplin

Julia scoured the internet for her Camaleonda sofa, a 1970s design by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Whether she’s having a dance party or her daughter is at play, the modular lightweight pieces get moved regularly.

A built-in carpeted platform bed, and the rope wall hanging by Sally England is the first piece Julia ever commissioned.




 Having seen the books Gypset Travel, Style and Living at first glance I was quite surprised by the simplicity of Author Julia Chaplins New York Brownstone home. I was expecting, more tassels and feathers, bells and trinkets and certainly walls draped in textiles from around the world.....

.....but although Julias home is very minimal it does have a rock n roll edge...

.....the entire home is modeled after the Rolling Stones’ recording of Exile on Main Street. “I was looking at images of this old French château with grand structural bones,” Julia says. “When the Stones arrived, they pushed everything to the side to live on the floor—they converted the formality to fit their lifestyle.”

Once you look deeper, the fairly conservative home does have all the elements you would expect from a seasoned world traveler, just in moderation. It is in fact impeccably styled, and that vintage leather Mario Bellini sofa and Blue rug combination is just divine!

Of her sancuary Julia says
  “It’s incredibly zen and quiet, a place where I can think and process all the stuff I’ve picked up running around the world,” she says. “Nothing is jarring, loud, or too distracting.”


To see the full set of images and Julias tips for shopping around the world Visit One Kings Lane here

Saturday, 27 September 2014

Inspiration: Moroccan interior Design

Home Inspiration: Moroccan Interior design
I am just in love with this Photo. I spent a good hour looking for images that I could use to show off beautiful Moroccan seating alongside this one, and although there are some beauties, this one is so pretty, and as it encapsulates everything I love about Moroccan interior design so I decided it needed a post of its own!

These beautiful low level Moroccan seating areas are so stunning and are not too difficult or expensive to achieve. Some second hand Kilim floor cushions, an ottoman, large bushy houseplants and a tray table are all you need to be on your way to creating your own Moroccan inspired chill out area to sip on peppermint tea and browse World of Interiors magazine.

If redesigning your living room is out of the question but you would still love a little Moroccan beauty at home a couple of floor pillows and a Moroccan tea light holder would be great for a summer garden or to take to the park/beach...

For more ideas on how to achieve 'the look' visit my guide here

The image above is of a Bed and Breakfast called  The White Nyle in Antwerp.. click here for Links

Saturday, 12 April 2014

Dome in the Desert......

Dome in the Desert, Joshua Tree

Dome in the Desert: Meditation Loft
Dome in the Desert

I first read about the 'Dome in the Desert' back in January on Aquarian Soul blog. Kitted out with Kilims, ottomans, sheepskins and a selection of desert friendly houseplants, it is such a cool holiday hideout, perfectly kitted out for a chilled out out, Whiskey, smoke and good company kinda holiday!

The dome, situated in Joshua Tree, is owned by L.A residents Kathrin and Brian and is available to rent via Airbnb here, although having recently been used for a Free People shoot and soon to be featured n Justina Blakneys upcoming book I can see this place being booked up quickly.

Sunday, 29 December 2013

Bohemian Wedding Inspiration Part 1.... Brice and Leah

Who doesn't love a good wedding?
Bohemian Wedding Inspiration: Surrounded by Kilim, tealights and the wilderness..Lean and Brice on their big Day
Bohemian Wedding Inspiration: Lace dress from Bona Drag and headdress from









 "Walking down a rug-dressed aisle of ethnic patterns in vibrant hues of tangerine, oxblood and earthy neutrals - elegantly clad in a fitted lace long-sleeve gown, tousled curls blowing behind her and adorned with a delicate jewelled headpiece, Leah Hoffman was the ultimate bohemian beauty. 

An intimate ceremony and reception styled with a free-spirited artistic eye, this wedding evoked a mood of 70's bohemia and was reminiscent of a backyard dinner party with friends. Think clusters of flickering tea light candles, rustic timber benches and haystacks as seating, string lights suspended between trees, a blazing fire pit, warm whiskey-cider, teepees, a taco truck and a majestic howling-wolf. "
 This wedding is just beautiful isn't it? Tealights, feathers, Whiskey and a Taco Truck.... what more could a girl wish for?.....

Lace Wedding Dress..... Bona Drag's Ceremonial Collection
Vintage Head piece... Gypsy Junkies
Wedding Photography by Dart Photography
 Original Content from The Lane

Tuesday, 19 November 2013

Rooms currently making me Tingle.....

What a babe!!! Love the room and the Sitar..
Kilim Corner seat.. yes please!
My current hall inspiration
Temple of The Lotus Yoga studio
The apartment from Eat, Love, Pray.... Swoon
Home of the Super talented Naomi of Etsy Shop Raintower
Do you ever have a Mary Poppins Moment where you wish you could jump straight into a picture?
A house combined of all of the above elements... yes please!!

Sunday, 6 October 2013

Moroccan Inspired Seating...

Beautiful Bohemian seating area
Ultimate bohemian reading nook
Bohemian moroccan seating area
Kilim pillows, sheepskin throw and a corner seating area
Love the vinyl storage under the chairs

In the last post I featured conversation Pits, although beautiful they are rather large and probably not practical or financially possible in the normal home.

These Moroccan inspired seating areas above are a little more practical whilst a lot friendlier on the budget. A couple of Kilim pillows, a throw or two, maybe a small sheepskin, a worn teak or Jali table and you are on your way. Bohemian bliss!!

Thursday, 4 April 2013

Kilim Give away winner is....

Patchwork Kilim rugs
From Kerrie at Gyspy River and Myself, thank you to all that entered the Kilim Cushion giveaway. I am proud to announce the winner, as drawn by the random number generator is....

Lucky Number 6 Krista from the fabulously named Elephant Moon. Congratulations xxx

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Full Moon Give Away from Gypsy River...



My personal favourite: Beautiful vintage Kilim Cushion from Gypsy River ...

I am happy to announce that the Moon to Moon full Moon give aways have recommenced, and what better way to re-begin than with a give away for the bohemian home must have item.. The kelim scatter cushion.

Long time Moon to Moon favourite Kerrie from Gypsy River is offering one lucky reader the chance to win a Kelim cushion of their choice... To be in with a chance of winning all you have to do is:

* like Gypsy River and Moon to Moon on facebook
* Visit The Gypsy River Shop and let us know below which is your favourite item by commenting below

easy...

*extra entries will be given to those who re-instagram the image found on Moon to Moon's instagram....(@moontomoon), pin on pinterest, or share on twitter or facebook... good luck...

The winner will be announced 3rd April

P.s.... if entering anon, be sure to tell me who you are :)

Tuesday, 9 October 2012

Renovated Farmhouse, Wales


Farmhouse Kitchen: Kilim Cushions and odd chairs



Farmhouse sitting room





FarmHouse in Wales renovated by Hackett Holland

How beautiful is this Welsh farmhouse. Dating from 1805 and left abandoned in 1948 it has been reclaimed and renovated by the guys at Hackett Holland, beautifully.

The home still has no electricity but the stove urns locally sourced timber, supported by an Aga which heats the water. Sounds like a perfect romantic getaway.

To read more about this beautiful cottage and see other renovations visit Hackett Holland here