Photographer, William Abranowicz

House Beautiful recently had a terrific feature shot by talented photographer, William Abranowicz. There are great display ideas in these pictures and what I was most impressed with is how every item works so well together throughout the house to create a welcoming, not too matchy, not too messy environment.

Pigeon Toe Ceramics

Portland, Oregon is home to Pigeon Toe Ceramics. Founder Lisa Jones describes their work as polished and refined, yet naturally imperfect. Pigeon Toe Ceramics is inspired by a new age of homegrown, depression-era aesthetics, clean and tactile, white and pure. I'm a fan of collecting ceramics in different colors or in the same one. These white pieces would make a beautiful display, assembled or seperate.

Q&A with Sibella Court

I've posted some of Sibella Court's work in the past. Her creativity inspires many and now we can have our own piece of her style in our homes with her new book, ETC. In it she shares her tips for transforming your living spaces without undertaking extensive and expensive renovations. With thrift and imagination, she shows how to create an individual style without adopting a "look," and encourages recycling, reusing, and mixing antique and junk-shop finds with your already-owned collectibles and ephemera. Today, she's agreed to answer some HallReady questions for us.

1. Name: Sibella Court


2. Occupation: Interior stylist/author/shop owner/paint designer/interiors editor at Grazia & Harpers Bazaar, Australia.


3. Last purchase you made that is hanging on your wall? Not a purchase but a gift from my assistant, Bianca. A diorama of a fine tree (twig) in blossom with flying birds all made out of the text pages of vintage National Geographics.


4. What's the item you've had the longest hanging on your wall? A hemp Japanese pilgrim’s jacket covered in temple stamps & Sanskrit.


5. Favorite place to buy art? Flea markets, auctions, beach combing, local artists studios etc. my definition of 'art' is very loose.


6. Do you collect anything? Everything!!! Please refer to my book ETC., but lots of found objects: bones, feathers, quills, shells, tendrils etc, etc. & then utilitarian objects: pencils, paperclips, pushpins, rubber bands, brown envelopes that tie up with string, old hardware, rope etc.


7. Any advice for those exhibiting art in their homes? There are no rules: hang it with string or rope from picture rails, hang it wonky, hang it around corners, floor to ceiling, in groups, above the kitchen sink.

Learn more about Sibella Court at The Society.

Meet Artist, Jaime Derringer

Jaime Derringer has several talents: painting, drawing, writing poetry to name a few. She's also a co-owner of a company called BAKERY that assists bloggers, artists, and small business owners build and improve their online presence. Here are a few examples of her sketchbook pieces.

Entry Ways

First impressions count. Enjoy these entry ways and the displays in them.

Photos: Thom Filicia, Domino, Colleen Duffley, Amy Morris, Living Etc.

Petrie Point Vintage Collections

What happened to all those crazy bathing suits from the 30's 40's and 50's? Petrie Point is framing them for a unique pieces that pay homage to those classic days at the shore.

Painter, Guy Maestri

Tim Olsen's Gallery notes that Guy Maestri's paintings reveal his passions: ecology, human folly and the violated landscape while beating beneath a deceptively cool exterior. I agree. His paintings give me the feeling he is a hip naturalist, putting a new spin on familiar scenes and subjects.

Desk Set

Everyone needs a little space to get things done.

Photos: Living Etc., Simon Upton, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, Ngoo Minh Ngo, Darryl Cunningham, Michael Price, Robert Stilin

Steampunk Has Arrived

The Museum of the History of Science at Oxford University presents the world’s first exhibition of Steampunk art. Imagine the technology of today with the aesthetic of Victorian science. From redesigned practical items to fantastical contraptions, this exhibition, curated by Art Donovan, showcases the work of eighteen Steampunk artists from across the globe.

Lovely Loyal Loot

This is not your everyday coat hanger. Designer Anna Thomas at Loyal Loot created these Monsieur Dressup's out of maple for hanging your designer duds.

Tom Scheerer's Neutral Stage

Interior Designer, Tom Scheerer is one of my favorites. Today I'm sharing HallReady ideas in neutral shades from his portfolio.