Pack up all your things and...stay home!

When I graduated from college my friend's parents gave me a vintage steamer trunk. It made them think of vaudeville actors traveling on the road, and that was about to be my course for many years as well (OK, children's theater and Ren fairs may not be vaudeville, but life on the road is the same).

I love that old steamer case: the little drawers, the wooden hangers, the patina of many years of travel...it seems to have countless stories of adventure packed inside. Once I settled down in one place for a while I was able to use it as an extra little wardrobe--so cute!

One King's Lane is bringing the style and elegance of old time travel into the home. Sink back into a canvas deck chair, in the comfort of your own home, and dream of being on a luxury transatlantic cruise. Store your hats and shoes in this adorable travel case, and you are ready to go at a moment's notice!

Calling all Adventurers

One King's Lane is now selling some lovely globes, campaign chests and other shipboard necessities.

Come out of Your Shell...

and take a more daring approach to decorating!



The other day I mentioned an online home decor store, One King's Lane. It is my new favorite addiction, because at least every few days they feature a designer with products that I can fall in love with.
I don't actually buy everything I moon over, but I do love to look!

Today they are featuring the work of Eduardo Garza. He presents a collection of artifacts that would make the most avid beachcomber swoon.



Turtle shells, coral, sea fans and ostrich eggs set on simple elegant bases that highlight rather than detract from the natural beauty of the object.

There is a statement saying that no turtles were harmed and that the shells were all from turtles that died of natural causes. The coral, eggs and sea fans--I do not know how he gets those. But if you are aren't sure about having these real pieces from nature in your home, try his line of trays and coasters! I think this is my favorite...