I just love it when when an auction preview email shows up in my inbox. For those few moments I enter a dreamlike state in which I live happily amongst beautiful furniture and lighting. And the Sollo Rago Discovery catalog did not disappoint... I am overwhelmed at how many good things there are. Let the auction lust begin and mark the pieces you will be bidding on next Saturday!!

I love the brass detail around the bottom of this piece. Why don’t more people like brass? - BID HERE

Pierre Jenneret is famous for this type of scissor shape. - BID HERE

This tea set is listed as Italian art deco but seems more like Tommi Parzinger to me. - BID HERE

It might be hard to understand from the picture but I love this headboard. The channeled upholstery detail looks fresh. Plus the retractable armrests seem so Mad Men to me. - BID HERE

It’s not often that andirons can stir up lust in someone who doesn’t have a fireplace. - BID HERE

Bronze objet anyone? - BID HERE

This credenza is perfection. Such refined proportions. And the dragon/serpent hardware is incredible. Adds just the right amount of drama. - BID HERE

Its September, if you can believe it, and its time once again to head back to school. Here are some inspiring tools to ease into a new year available at hip supply shop Present and Correct. Canvas Backpack available at Portland shop Alder & Co. Chalkboard Image via blog ABUNDANCE.

Abstract Art by Betty Parsons:

Called the "Den mother of Abstract Expressionism," we love these clusters of painted wood blocks by Betty Parsons. Such a fun playful use of color, we are always looking to art to inspire us. Hope it inspires you too!

Yet another reason why I love NYC...

I'm walking down 23rd Street in Chelsea and suddenly I find myself transported to another era.  A quick converstaion with a large man with a walkie-talkie informs me that they are filming a movie set in 1971 at the Chelsea Hotel.

If you're unfamiliar with this legendary hotel, residence, hang-out for artists from all generations, bar, you-name-it - I loved this film's interpretation of the various characters that have graced it's walls. For the film, they brought back the old awning and turned the facade into a regular hipster hangout from 1971.

It was strange to see all the extras standing around in their 70's garb, talking on cell phones and drinking Starbucks. 

Of course, the cars they brought in were all classic, but I really loved this old NYC taxi, waiting in front of the hotel.

Little Collin is just 5 days old - he was born on August 27th, 2010.  He lives with his clearly talented parents in San Francisco.  We love getting a glimpse into our families lives, as Collin's dad Matt has given us - you can see all the details and progression of Collin's nursery HERE.  Collin, we seriously love how you dwell!

Collin has our OWLS bedding, rug and boudoir pillow. Matt, thank you so much for sharing this with us and our readers.

Whenever we have guests to the studio...the first thing we do is run around the corner to grab a bag full of Birdbath's Maple Bacon Scones. Lucky for all of us, we have a whole studio-full of guests today so all our mouths are crumb-filled.

But even if it's just one guest - a bag-full is required.  Always. If you're in the hood, stop by and have one with us.

You guys know Luna, right?  Beautiful and classic European (German) style for kids...

We loved seeing this latest LunaMama issue, and especially loved seeing our Gio Lemon hooded towel in their gorgeous pages...check it out and buy your own issue on an arty-magazine-stand near you!

Little Ellie lives in Park City, Utah and has a room fit for a princess...we love how whimsical it is.  And honestly Ellie could not be cuter...hey Ellie, ready to come to NYC to star in our next catalog shoot? We seriously love how you dwell...

Ellie has our Paper Dolls kids bedding and animal pillows.

Our newest DwellBaby Sidney is doing very well, growing strong, as you can see....

Here he is modeling our new layette seperates - coming soon! Thank you all for your emails and support - Jenna is doing great and thanks everyone!

Normally I'd order hummus for a light, healthy lunch but the meat hummus at 12 Chairs is decadent and delicious. The hummus is topped with a ground beef, pine nuts and mushroom mixture that infuses the olive oil with amazing flavor. It comes with sweet olives and an Israeli pickle.

The Greek salad is less decadent but still tasty - the Mediterranean spiced pita wedges make a great addition to the seasoned tomatoes, cucumbers and feta.