A quick way to give your rooms that special Autumn coziness is with candles & diffusers. A candle gives that beautiful, welcoming glow, as well as a delicious Fall fragrance.
Spicy Apples & Cinnamon ... Ginger ... Patchouli ... Cloves & Cranberries ...
Here are some of our all-time favorites:
(Clockwise from top): Red Currant & Cranberry Sunray Candle, Spicy Apple Diffuser, Spicy Apple Botanical Candles, and Ginger Patchouli Mountain Jar Candles.
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A new color added to the exquisite Bella Notte Linens palette, Honeycomb (pictured above in Lynette Personal Comforter and Accent Throw Pillow), is perfect for the Autumn and Winter season.
Above, Lynette Personal Comforter pictured in Rosegold.
A rich velvet, featuring graceful floral embroidery ... above, Lynette throw pillows in Jade (rectangular accent pillow) and Cenote (on floor).
Samples and 16 color swatches of this exquisite new pattern are in the shop. If you're far from us, give a call at the shop - our friendly staff would be happy to help you over the phone!
]]>There's nothing like a rug to instantly refresh a room. Even something small by the kitchen sink or entryway can make a huge difference in brightening up a space. These cotton rugs by Dash & Albert are from our shop, and are available in many sizes, from 2'x 3' all the way up to room-sized.
Our current favorite candles? Driftwood & Sea Salt. The artisan glass vessels remind us of blue/green beach glass we've found by the shore, and they're filled with the ultimate Summer fragrance:
For outdoor dining (something we're all doing more of on these long Summer days), we've found some wonderful salad bowls, also with a blue/green tint. We like this large shallow bowl with our wooden whale serving set ... we are just a block from the Long Island Sound, after all!
Speaking of the water, if you're taking a picnic by the beach or maybe a local park, you'll want to bring along a great bag that fits everything you need. We love our Scout tote bags, and our insulated lightweight Scout coolers for keeping lunch & snacks fresh. A few favorites are our Roadtripper mesh totes, and The Stiff One soft cooler:
There's a lot more Blue & White inspiration in our store, and online. Come visit us, and find something special and Summery for yourself, or your home!
]]>1) One of our favorites, and quite possibly the coziest socks in the entire world. When you put CozyChic fleece socks on, it feels like you're walking on soft clouds. You can gift them with a pretty soap or hand cream, or - for the ultimate in coziness - with a Barefoot Dreams fleece robe or throw (although they'll feel so soft and snuggly, they may want to hibernate the rest of the winter away ...)
2) Another great gift idea: PJ Harlow pajamas and loungewear. This entire collection pampers, flatters, and caresses the body with buttery soft knits and silky satin.
We like that you can mix & match tops and bottoms to find your ideal set, in a palette of neutral colors (shown here, Blush Pink). They are all easy-care, and make us feel both comfy and pretty. It's no wonder these PJ's have been featured on 'Oprah's Favorites" gift list, and are one of our most popular lines.
3) We are known for our unique jewelry selection, and one of our favorites is Waxing Poetic. A beautiful collection of unusual chains and charms that you can mix and match to create your own unique piece ... we like to think of it as jewelry with soul. For Valentine's Day, we have a variety of heart charms in Brass, Sterling Silver, and Swarovski crystal, but there are lots of other pretty charms to choose from as well.
4) How about when you just want to give a little something, yet something very special? We love our Finchberry soaps - they look like cake, but don't be intimidated! These are not decorative soaps to just sit on a shelf in the guest bathroom, they are absolutely meant to be used and enjoyed. All natural, handmade, vegan, and they make your skin feel extremely soft. Gayle loves Honey the best, and Darling (a Cherry and Vanilla scent) is our customer's top pick.
5) We could go on and on ... here are just a few more small yet special ideas: Lightly scented, moisturizing hand creams from Lollia, crystal candles from Jax, and our made-in-Provence, Mistral herbal bath & body treats. All are all beautiful gift ideas to pamper the women you love.
So there you have it - our top picks for Valentine treats. Pretty, pampering, and they all last longer than chocolates!
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Last February, we battled ice and snow in our down parkas to get to the NYC Gift Show, NYNow. Despite the frigid temperatures and Narnia-ice-forest scenery, we ordered the beach totes, straw hats, and linen sundresses for hot summer days that are currently in the shop.
At the shows we walk all day long, for 4-5 days, hoping to see everything amidst the thousands of display booths. It's always a thrill to discover great new products, as well as to see the creativity of the vendors displaying their merchandise (of course to compensate for all of that walking, iced coffee breaks are absolutely necessary ...)
It's lots of fun, along with a whole lot of work, but we do love this part of the job. A real delight to meet creative people from all over the world, and to enjoy the slower pace and Southern charm of Atlanta.
Enjoy the summer weekend ... we're off to find more holiday gifts in this July winter wonderland!
(Holiday felt mice ornaments ... so sweet. They'll be in the store late fall)
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Pool totes, beach totes, coolers, weekend travel bags. They're all lightweight yet durable, with fun patterns for everyone. Some customers prefer a preppy, pastel stripe or classic nautical look ... others like a more neutral, no-color look, or NY chic black and white stripes. Whatever the preference, there's a style to suit all.
The best part is, they are easy-clean and come with plenty of pockets to stay organized (which is very helpful on those outdoor outings)! Water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks, towels - everything has a place. We are so glad to have brought Scout into Painting with Flowers ... they flew out of here for Mother's Day gifts and graduation gifts. We wonder how we ever managed without them!
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Little did we know that our one-time window display would become such a popular item at Painting with Flowers! All in all, we find dreamcatchers to be a versatile, inexpensive way to set a mood and add flair to the home.
]]>Whether you are looking for Mom, daughter, sister, Grandma, or wife ... we have beautiful gift ideas to shower your special ladies with appreciation and love.
]]>Whether it's your grandma, your college student, your husband, your sister, or your cousin Margaret ... no matter how fussy or hard-to-buy-for someone may be, this is a gift that is sure to please! Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Throw is quite simply the softest, coziest fleece we have ever had the pleasure to come across.
It's perfect on a couch or bed, to snuggle in while watching reading or watching TV. It comes in an array of neutral colors, that go with everyone's decor. It's very easy care - machine washable, and it stays soft and fluffy. The only real drawback with this throw is that it quickly becomes everyone's favorite - we have found we either have to hide it, or get more than one! Barefoot Dreams also makes comfy cardigans and socks, so you can stay cozy during those times when it would be inappropriate to "wear" your throw (say, at work). This is an absolute customer favorite, time and time again!
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The Spring 2018 collection is vintage-inspired and undeniably romantic, with two new colors in tow: Parchment, and Eucalyptus.
Whether you prefer a modern streamlined look, or a bed piled with ruffled pillows and lace, Bella Notte has something for everyone. Best of all - despite the luxurious look, these linens are all easy-care and can be tossed right into the wash. We would be happy to help you put together the perfect bed. Color swatches and fabrics are in the shop, or please call us for inspiration on creating the bed of your dreams!
]]>One of our favorites of the season are Apple Spice botanical candles. We love them from the first hint of fall, throughout the whole winter. These sell well all year, though their popularity goes way up during the fall and winter months. It's a wonderful, cozy fragrance - cinnamon apple, woodsy balsam, cardamom and nutmeg. This candle is filled with real fruit, berries and leaves, and has a magical glow when it begins to burn down and becomes lit from within. It makes the room look and smell so very cozy, just like a home should this time of year! A most welcome gift.
We have other special candles: Botanical diffusers ... Frasier Fir from The Thymes, a seasonal favorite only available this month ... Rewined, made with green glass recycled wine bottles in the most delicious scents, including seasonal Spiced Cider. Come in and see which one is perfect for you!
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