{ Spring flowers - how can we use them? }

Today I´d like to show you some ideas on how you can bring spring into your home simply by adding flowers. I don´t know about you, but flowers make me happier and spring flowers are full of joy with their lovely colors.A nice idea is to put some miniature Primula in your favorite cups like in the picture above.Or you can add flowers to your table setting, and do something similar as showed in the

{ My kitchen }

Since I blogged about "Spring feeling" yesterday, I thought I would show you that I actually have a brought spring into my kitchen as well...I got some gorgeous yellow tulips from a dear friend this weekend, and they certainly gave our kitchen a fresh look. Let´s say that I´ve started a bit early with my Easter decoration *smile*Oh, I love this Savon soap so much! This one was actually a

{ Feeling of spring! }

I have to admit that I really yearn for spring now that we are entering March, and it seems that the more I yearn, the more it snows so it's quite frustrating! Therefore I have now collected some spring pictures that can help us get some "spring feeling"...(for you that already are so lucky to have spring already; just enjoy!) Gotta love this fresh, cute and colorful kitchen corner.What a lovely

{ Oi Soi Oi }

Have you ever heard of the Danish company Oi Soi Oi? They are designing and producing interior designs, furniture, clothes and accessories and they are all made by hand in carefully selected workshops in Vietnam. For me it was love at first sight when I saw their newest collection..."In our universe we aim to combine Scandinavian design simplicity with the rich craft heritage of Asia.

{ Tine K Home - Spring/Summer 2011 }

I guess that there´s no secret that I love the brand Tine K Home, and I got very excited when I saw their new collection for this spring/summer on their homepage. Here´s a peek if you haven´t seen it already...These ceramic pots and bowls will also be available in white. They´ll go strait on my wishlist. I can´t wait until it´s all out in the stores! I know for sure that there will be a lot of

{ Ferm Living - Spring/Summer 2011 }

I love new collections, new colors and new inspiration. Ferm Living is now out with their new spring/summer collection, and here you have a sneak peak from their newest catalogue...Interesting patterns, fun color combinations and cool wall art - Just how we know Ferm Living!  If you want to see more, you can visit their homepage.Do you see anything you like? Images: Ferm Living/ Collage made by me

{ Lexington - spring collection 2011 }

 Light blue and jeans-fabric are both a big part of Lexington´s collection that we can find in stores this spring - simply delightful and very fresh! These pictures make me yearn for spring, and even summer. We sure have some nice seasons ahead of us.The last day of entering my giveaway is today before 8pm EST.The winner will be announced tomorrow.Good luck to you all! Images: Lexington / Collage

{ Feeling of spring }

Yesterday we actually had a moment of sunshine here in Oslo, and I had to capture it before the sun disappeared. The light was so delightful, and it gave me a good feeling - a feeling of spring!If you missed my post on how I made this table, you can read it here.I hope you will have a wonderful day my dear readers.♡ Images: Nina Holst

{ House Doctor 2011 - Fabulous! }

I´m in LOVE! House Doctor´s new collection is so cool, and it follow the trends of 2011 perfectly! Here you have a peek of some of their goodies..The rustic and natural trend continues in 2011. I like how they mix it all together with fresh colors as shown underneath. Yes, we have a lot to look forward to this spring!Their new collection is in stores early March, so we have to be patient.I see so

{ Lisbeth Dahl - everyday luxury! }

"Inspired by the golden nights of the old Persia, lazy summer days floating away, tales of 1001 night, and the wonderful items found in a Sheikh´s palace; this collection invites you into a unique world of everyday luxury."Here you have some Lisbeth Dahl´s spring/summer collection 2011."From elegant to cozy, from feminine to fun, this collection contains as varied items as handmade charming

{ Tine K Home ‎2011 - Spring feeling }

We have to wait a couple of months before Tine K´s spring collection is available in the stores, but they have published this picture so we can get an idea of what we can expect. I love the delicate and soft colors! What do you think of the few items and colors that you see here from their spring collection? I can´t wait - I want it NOW!Image: Tine K

{ A touch of pink }

What color do you decorate with now that you have removed your Christmas decorations?I find it hard to choose which colors I want in the living room, and I usually go with a white and grey base, as it makes it easier for me to add some color. I saw these pictures over at Stadshem, and liked the idea of using pink and purple together like this. I´m not sure my fiancé likes it as much as me though

{ Bloomingville Spring/Summer 2011 }

I always get happy when I see a new collection from Bloomingville. Their products are always delightful, and so are their photos.Let me present Bloomingville Spring/Summer 2011!As you can see they have a lot of pastels, driftwood, baskets and industrial look in their new collection. I think it looks great when you mix them all together. Their style is very feminine and delicate.What do you think

{ H&M Spring Collection 2011! }

Let´s have a peek at the spring collection 2011 from H&M! Isn´t it great that we are heading towards spring? *smile* This is just a small selection of what they offer, but if you want to view their whole spring collection, you can see it here.( H&M home collection is only available these countries. )What do you think? Images: H&M

Signs of Spring in Southern California

A day before the Groundhog tells the world about the coming of Spring, February first in Southern California shows blossoms everywhere.Happy Girl, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.It appears that our recent El Nino storms nourished the flowers and helped the insect population.This flowering tree was filled with blooms, and quite a swarm of happy bees, which are not picture here. There will be

"As a well-spent day brings happy sleep, so life well used brings happy death." ~ Leonardo Da Vinci

"As a well-spent day brings happy sleep, so life well used brings happy death." ~ Leonardo Da Vinci Originally uploaded by Abby LanesThe dogwood tree brings back the Spring in my childhood memories. I found this tree in my parent's front yard in NC, while we were visiting family for Spring Break. I have long associated dogwoods with Easter. The four petals represent the cross, the marks on the

“It's spring fever.... You don't quite know what it is you DO want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!” ~ Mark Twain

The trees are in bloom in my neighborhood. Beauty is all around, and Spring is just around the corner. Get our your gardening equipment though, I've seen some lively weeds too!

Look at what's blooming in my garden!

...and for a brief moment, the weatherman thought it might snow in L.A., but it didn't. I did read that daffodil's love cool weather though. Cheers to Spring, it's on it's way! I planted wildflowers seeds in my garden. I touched up the blank spots in my yard with grass seed, dirt and fertilizer. I planted new roses. Now my back hurts, for real! I suppose I was surely working.

Signs of Spring

This is an exciting time of year in my Southern California garden. I planted new bareroot roses two week ago. I chose shades of pink, lavender, fuschia, and purple and I removed an old yellow rose that I no longer enjoyed. I had several gardeners recommend this rose "Perfume Delight." I will photograph this for you when it blooms. Some of my roses are peeking out, and will be in full bloom