I love cloth napkins. They make even the most casual snack or meal feel more special. This selection of organic patterns is lovely and complements my last post on geometric patterned napkins. Organic and geometric patterns are definitely not bipartisan; they mix together beautifully! More

Table setting decor might change throughout the seasons and with the holidays, but one sure constant is your salt and pepper set. Whether you prefer a classic shaker, like to grind it out, or keep it on display in a cellar, these simple and classic salt and pepper sets are sure to spice up any table. More

With the flurry of friends and family going in and out of your home this holiday season, attractive cloth napkins keep mouths clean and the mood festive. This array of geometric patterned napkins will be useful all year long, way past the holidays, providing years of use and enjoyment. Good-looking motifs like chevrons, triangles, squares, herringbone and origami birds make it hard to choose! More

It's time to break out the the holiday decor! This year, add a few elements of sparkle with these simple DIY's. Since they don't scream Christmas, they will last well into the new year and can reemerge for birthdays and celebrations throughout the coming months. More

A whitewashed cottage by the sea is a pretty ideal place to call home. This is especially true when the cottage is a beautifully renovated 19th century net loft painted in muted, coastal hues. More

When it comes to setting your dining table sometimes simple is best. Keeping classics on hand ensure a clean, chic, timeless table, regardless of the season or holiday. Neutral colors and natural materials always look great solo, together, or mixed in with special occasion wares. More

Until I got married and benefited from my family and friends' generosity, I had a limited mishmash of cheap flatware. Receiving good-quality, matching spoons, forks, and knives has gone a long way to helping me set a nice table and feel like an adult. More

Name: Justine Fowler, Angus Bennett, and baby Oscar
Location: Downtown Toronto, Canada
Size: Approximately 1200 square feet
Years lived in: 2.5 years; Owned

She's a fashion professional and he's a great chef. Together they own one of Toronto's most popular (and delicious) restaurants. Is it any wonder that their home is also delectable? The stylish and creative pair renovated a 120-year-old downtown home, and the result is simply beautiful.

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It is incredible to see a tiny 430 square foot apartment transformed into an oasis of modern bliss. This turn of the century Swedish flat in Linnaeus Town, Sweden is exactly that. The space looks open and airy (and quite practical, considering the size!)
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Everything's designed. Not necessarily with aesthetics in mind, but with sort of intent: safety, strength, affordability, etc. There are some objects out there, though, that didn't set out to win over the design set but wound up doing it anyway. Here's my pick for five "un-designer" objects that appeal to the designer in me: More