I love trays. I use them all the time and can't really get enough. So I am quite excited that I recently ran across a fabulous herringbone tray that just stole my heart and got my DIY juices flowing. Follow me after the jump to find out more. More

IKEA may be the brand most associated with Sweden but of course there's more to the country than flat pack furniture from the big blue box. As a Swede living in Canada, Annika Ek wanted to bring products from small to medium sized Scandinavian companies to North America. Her shop, Truly Swedish Design, has the cosy minimalism of Swedish design sans big box. More

The salt and pepper grinders in my house are disposable plastic eyesores. Not a beautiful tabletop display, to say the least. But the majority of collections around the blogosphere seem to be made up of mostly shakers, not mills, so I gathered my personal favorites for salt and pepper mills that are guaranteed to be as striking as they are functional. More

Two things that work to beat the winter blues: a project and a party. Combine them with some DIY entertaining inspiration. From table runners and place cards to chandeliers and art, here's how to craft your way to the perfect party. More

I have a whole set of inexpensive white dishes that are in need of some adornment, so when I came across this rather abstract yet simple design, it really caught my eye. The other thing that grabbed my attention? The artist is a toddler! What a neat idea — letting your little ones design some dishes for gifts, special occasions, or even everyday use! More

When Boston native Sabrina Bello went to work in Sweden in 2010, she immediately fell in love with Scandinavian design. Shortly thereafter Sabrina noticed that many of the designs she loved were not available in the US. Intent to make the best of Scandinavian design available to the US market, Sabrina launched Son & Dotter in September 2012. More

In November, as we neared the end of our year long editorial calendar, our focus shifted toward the ways we share our homes with others, during the holidays and beyond. Hosting parties, dinners and gatherings is enjoyable on many levels, not least of which (for design lovers like us) is the opportunity to dress up a table beautifully. Check out what our wonderful writers came up with as ideas for well-styled settings circa 2012...

• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Simple Chic Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting an Organic Black & White Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Happy Modern Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Warm Industrial Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting An Eclectic Collector Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting an Elegant Yet Quirky Table in Black and White
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Cocktail Party Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a New Traditional Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Green & Gold Table
• Entertaining Elements: Setting a Monochromatic Table in Red/a> More

Warning: This roundup of barware posts from 2012 may inspire you to pour yourself a little tipple. But, hey, it's the end of the year so that's perfectly fine, right? Cheers!

• Celebrate in Style: 10 Contemporary Champagne Flutes
• Simple & Beautiful: Pitchers
• Cocktail Chic: Aperitif Glasses
• Celebrate in Style: 10 Simple and Beautiful Champagne Flutes
• Best Ice Buckets 2012
• Basic Bar Essential: Cocktail Shakers
• Best Corkscrews & Wine Openers 2012
• 15 Round Bar Carts: Serving in Style
• Everyday Good Design: Wine Glasses
• Easy Summertime Entertaining: Drink Tubs More

I recently went through the exciting, and somewhat grueling, process of registering for my wedding. When it came to choosing table linens I was not overly impressed with the selection at most of the major department stores and chains. Why settle of the overly floral or "put a bird on it" solution when there are so many awesome alternatives? More

With Pantone's Color of the Year announcement this month, emerald green is in the crosshairs of all of our design radars. We've shown you ways to incorporate the color into your home and kids' rooms. Today, Etsy provides the inspiration, with nine great vintage and handmade items in this beautiful jewel tone. From left to right:
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