Author Archives: cara

{DIY} birdcage chandelier

Posted on September 19, 2011 by cara

Ever since I spotted these Birdcage Chandeliers from Restoration Hardware, I have been completely infatuated and couldn’t wait to use one in a room! Although a worth-while investment for an amazing statement piece, it would quickly eat up the budget … Continue reading →

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and then it was gone… {missoni for target}

Posted on September 15, 2011 by cara

If you were fortunate enough to score some of the much anticipated {missoni for Target} collection, you know that there were more beautiful pieces than could possibly fit in one basket! Much of the collection disappeared as quickly as it … Continue reading →

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{9.11}

Posted on September 11, 2011 by cara

For a special post on remembering 9.11 and why we should celebrate today, visit us over at bortland.com. Forgive the layout… it’s still a work in progress!

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custom book jackets {inspired design}

Posted on September 8, 2011 by cara

Whether you use these books with lovely customized jackets in a nursery, kids room, or even your living room they are fabulous means of making your current book collection cohesive with your home design or simply a great way to … Continue reading →

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{gilt picks}

Posted on September 1, 2011 by cara

It’s been quite awhile since I shared some of my favorite goodies over at Gilt so here are a few of my top picks for this week! aden + anais swaddling blankets. rosie pope maternity ‘olivia’ top. BASQ skin care. … Continue reading →

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{styling the bump} maternity from Topshop

Posted on August 30, 2011 by cara

Maternity from Topshop? Yes, it’s true! I nearly had to pinch myself to believe it but I am happy to give this maternity collection high marks! While I am always an advocate of taking your existing wardrobe and finding creative … Continue reading →

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{nursery inspiration} road to india

Posted on August 29, 2011 by cara

Back in 2002 I had the opportunity to travel to India and I don’t know how else to describe it aside from saying there was simply something there that I fell in love with. Life was fast-paced and vibrant; the colors were … Continue reading →

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