Saucy and seductive, Eli Craven‘s Screen Lovers manipulate imagery from a photo book to create the twisted end result. Beautiful, iconic screen stars get reworked for a new take on some of Hollywood’s most classic love stories.
I’m so happy that we can finally say winter is behind us. Not only did this last one seem endless, but it was also the first spent in my 115 year old home. My 115 year old home with all new windows, but a lack of great insulation and a disgustingly high heating bill. The temperature indoors never rose above 64-degrees yet my bill never went under $300. I knew this might be an issue when I purchased the place of course, but that didn’t make it hurt any less.
I knew I needed something programable, and Nest Learning Thermostat‘s promise of learning my habits to program itself was irresistible. Smart technology is everywhere in my life, so why wasn’t it yet working to save me money?
I’d heard great things from friends who had switched to Nest themselves, so I was eager to give it a go myself. What I was less sure about was installing the unit on my own, I’m not the handiest person. After turning the breaker off and removing the old thermostat I was left with a gaggle of wires and remnants of buttercream wall paint. Thankfully there was a simple step-by-step guide that was easy to read and follow (and extra paint in the basement).
Honestly, it couldn’t have been easier. I screwed in the wall plate (isn’t that built-in level handy?) and connected the wires before popping on the cover. THAT WAS ALL. Nest immediately updated itself through my wifi, then asked me a few simple questions like where the unit is located in the house and my zip code. It’s been busy learning my patterns for the last few days and I’m looking forward to seeing the result on my gas bill.
I can also control my Nest through my phone using the app, like if I’m going to be late getting home. Using Auto-Away it automatically switches into away mode to be more energy efficient, and a little green leaf (the Nest Leaf) shows up when I’m saving. Summer isn’t all that far away either, so I’m really looking forward to the Airwave function that helps lower costs by cutting AC runtime according to the humidity level in your home. That’s not even the end of this super smart thermostat, which blows my mind. But I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention that sleek design that looks so nice on the wall which doesn’t hurt one bit.
Do you have a Nest? Do you love it?
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Posted In house and home, sponsored post, technology
Annie McLaughlin‘s paintings that focus on that point where floor meets wall sound boring, but are nothing short of the opposite. Graphic patterns, bold colors, and perimeter accessories keep your eye moving from point to point and wanting to step in to investigate in person.
I’ve got your daily dose of creepy cool art right here, check out Swan Bones. (That name even!) Kelly Louise Judd is the talent behind these pen and watercolor creations with a focus on somber women and muted palettes.
Lie Under Ferns // Floral Chair // Forest Sleep // The Glass Case // Twelve Dancing Princesses
Posted In create, mixed media
I’m prepping to tear up my backyard and get down to some serious landscaping in the next few weeks, so thoughts of all things green are top of mind. ferm LIVING has some of the best pieces when it comes to plant life and I keep going back to their plant walls that are both sculptural and functional. I’m planning on a container garden and would love to see my tomato plants clinging for dear life to a few of these guys come summer.
Laura Carlin‘s Animal Mural is the combination of 84 ceramic tiles that will bring the zoo indoors. I love her playful style of painting as well as the fact that you purchase your favorite tiles – from baboons to house cats to gorillas!
Last month in Austin I came across lots of shops that were new to me, but none struck a chord quite like Moulton. Jewelry designer and fourth generation small business owner Jen Moulton creates pieces that are all about fresh clean lines that look just as great with a pair of cutoffs as they do with a cocktail dress. I couldn’t help but snap up a gold cuff ring and it’s barely left my right hand since. Because Jen is just as lovely as her offerings she giving one of you a $125 store credit to amp up your spring accessories game at Moulton – scroll down to enter!
Feathers by The Bugaloo // Blue Botanical by Rifle Paper Co. // Live Less Out of Habit by Jenna Kutcher // Minerals & Gems Vol 2 by Vol 25 // Paper Animals by Danse de Lune
Rainbow Poster by Fine Little Day // Stay Humble by Sewindieshop // Strata No 1 by Elouise Renouf // You Also Have a Pizza by Katie Batten // Zodiac Constellations by The Aestate
Posted In paper goods, prints
01/ Crazy about this Monster Skin Rug that you can support on Kickstarter!
02/ Brilliant – a tissue box filled with motivational quotes.
03/ Christoph Neimann uses everyday objects to complete his illustrations.
04/ Check out the color breakdowns of Disney films in print form.
05/ Everyone’s been there, here’s a kit to survive any breakup.
06/ What happened when Calder Wilson attached fireworks to his drone?
07/ I hope England doesn’t care that Oscar Santillan stole the top inch of its tallest mountain.
08/ This year’s Serpentine Pavilion in London celebrates 15 years of the project.
09/ Here’s how to make a 24 Carrot Cake.
10/ Tyler Feder draws famous fictional foods from television shows.
This week on Design Crush:
Daydreaming about a summer camp for adults thanks to Amy Bennett.
Wine Awesomeness is a new monthly subscription box and you can all receive the first month FREE! (said in Oprah voice)
Crushing on the manipulated canvases of Valentin Dommanget in a big way.
The countdown to Easter is almost done – are you ready?
Harriet Lee-Merrion‘s illustrations manage to feel light and heavy all at the same time.
This one time, at Texas Style Camp… I learned some new stuff about myself.
Tiny cities and the foods they’re known for combine in Brunchcity.
I’m craving solid organizational pieces this spring, like the Leaning Loop.
Speaking of, Kate Tucker‘s paintings are complete organized chaos.
Design Crush elsewhere:
Powder blue is a big deal right now everywhere in the home.
The first words that come to mind after viewing Kate Tucker‘s paintings are organized and chaos. Her style also reminds me of an abstract adult take on that old childhood classic – paint by number. Whatever the case, the end result is nothing short of captivating.
