Feeling Busty?

It was literally months ago that I spied this fabulous, fanciful idea to adorn a wonderful vintage bust with a festive smattering of shells. I've not been able to get it out of my mind ever since. I love the craggy textures of those natural shells against the alabaster smooth carved busts. Such a dramatic statement!

Better still, I realized that we are busting at the seams (yes, pun intended) with these carved beauties in the MiNTY shop. I'm feeling a DIY coming on. How 'bout you? A little glue gun action and you too can have yourself a one-of-a-kind statement piece that will turn even the most bland corner of your home into a fine gallery. Take your pick....

The utterly breathtaking busts were spotted on And George. Take a peep at this post for all the details. And if you do not have a supply of sea shells readily at hand, visit the great land of eBay to stock up on every shape and size imaginable.

{And George photographs via Christy Ford}

Daily Pretty

{image from here}

Some Eye Candy From Down Under

A beautiful mish-mash of inspiration via Vogue Living Australia.

Put On Your Shopping Shoes

Mark your calendars and use a pen. The MINTY online shop is flinging open its doors tomorrow and this is just a tiny taste of the loveliness that's inside. To always stay in the know and be first in line, be sure to visit us at loveminty and sign up for our mailing list. And if you just can't get enough, check us out on facebook for the latest and greatest MINTY fresh updates!

Check back tomorrow for the link and get your shop on!

These Are a Few of My Favorite...Pins!

Love the rustic vibe and I don't know if it's simply the light, or if the walls are really a wonderfully watery blue stain, but I am transfixed.

Ok, now the fact that I am intrigued by this one is, well, intriguing. I'm not normally one who heeds the siren call of pastels, but I'm really enjoying the way they warm up those brushed concrete walls. Oh, and the rug...I'm really enjoying that rug.

The window. Oh lord, the window.

Black. Lacquered. Kitchen. Sheesh, what's not to like.

I'm feeling all zen-like just looking at this. Om....

{images via my Pinterest, yeah, I'm hooked}

P.S.- We MINTY gals love nothing more than spotting one of our fabulous finds on one of our favorite sites. This time it's an amazing OKL Tastemaker Tag Sale and these fun pear and apple condiment servers. The OKL version are, sadly, sold out. $199 for the pair.

Aaah, but here's our MINTY version. Wonderfully whimsical brass containers with a beautiful vintage patina. Unlike the OKL pair, ours come with the original glass liners and a perfectly fitted wee brass spoon. They make the ideal finishing touch for your holiday table, brunch table, or a simply lovely Mother's Day gift. And, at $45 each, you can have all four for the price of the OKL pair. Can you say, steal! Visit MINTY on FB for more information.

This one needs no commentary.

The beautiful Madrid home of uber talented decorator, Isabel Lopez-Quesada. There are some seriously amazing moments happening within those walls.

{images via AD, read about it here}

Samperton Style

I first fell for Schuyler Samperton's fresh take on traditional years ago. I still remember a feature in one of the shelter magazines (House Beautiful, maybe) highlighting her wonderful green hued study. In fact, I think it pops up in one of the images below. Well, her portfolio continues to delight. Familiar forms are somehow young and new when she works her magical touch. Beautiful, classic, and timeless also seem apropos when describing her style. I just really love it all and if you have a moment to scroll through Samperton's portfolio, take note of the rugs. Her choices are absolutely drool-worthy.

P.S.-Samperton has recently joined the blogosphere. Check out Sparks, Interior Design and Beyond for more of her unique point of view.