Thursday, April 26, 2012

I'm moving...


Hi friends! I know it has been a very long time since I have posted, but I have been working out a few things and streamlining my business. In an effort to simplify, I am dissolving Curate & Love and channeling all shop and art news to my long standing blog - Grace & Ivy.

I invite you to join me there. I do hope you will come and check it out. My Etsy shop name has also been changed to Grace & Ivy and you can check it out here.

I will continue to curate beautiful artwork, photography and vintage treasures to share with you on a more regular basis.

Thank you for all the support and encouragement. I so appreciate it!

xx,


Monday, November 14, 2011

Curated: Lily Moon

Hello art friends! Hope you had a lovely weekend. So, you all know that I am a lover of birds...so when I discovered these beautiful creations by London artist, Lea at the Lily Moon shop on Etsy I had to share...




I love how they are transfered onto vintage postcards! So delightful! I also find these two pieces so lovely...
 

Lea's use of color and delicate detail really caught my eye. Her pieces are both whimsical and well designed. Go visit her enchanting store for more stunning pieces!

xx,






Friday, November 11, 2011

Curate & Love Giveaway!

Hello there! It's been a crazy week and I've got a ton of gorgeous items to list in the shop this weekend...including some beautiful vintage cafe au lait bowls straight out of Paris!


In the meantime, the fabulous Dionne is hosting a Curate & Love giveaway! Don't miss your chance to win one of these three lovely treasures.




Head on over to her blog to enter!

Have a fantastic weekend and check back in on Monday for your Art fix!

xx,




Thursday, November 3, 2011

Curated: Amanda Keaton

A couple of  mornings ago we had our first frost. What a beautiful sight. Every blade of grass was trimmed in silver and fading blossoms hung their heads with the weight of their icy veils. The colors that morning were dark gray, silver, deep forest green and sapphire blue. Cold but lovely. These images, from the talented Amanda Keaton reminded me of that day...



 

 

Is it getting cold where you live?

xx,

Monday, October 17, 2011

Curated: Paola Zakimi

Hello there! Hope your week is off to a great start! Just sold that gorgeous French cake stand in the shop so I'm thrilled, although I am a little sad to see it go. It is so darn pretty!

Anyway, I promised some Monday art so here is my curated selection for the day. Gorgeous work by Argentinian artist, Paola Zakimi. I love the soft sweetness of her work and the way she perfectly balances innocence with a moody, poetic and layered touch.







If you are a doll fan, then you must go visit her website to see her amazing creations. She also does some enchanting animal illustrations that would be perfect for a nursery or child's room! 

xx,

Friday, October 14, 2011

Curated: Friday Finds - Holiday Delights

Hello friends! Hope your week has been wonderful. I have been busy, busy curating items for the shop and I wanted to share some of my latest finds - Friday Finds! This collection reminds me that the holidays are just around the corner! Nothing is more lovely than using special plates, glasses and bar ware to bring in the festivities.

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How lovely are these vintage French Limoges dessert plates! So pretty! The trailing green roses and gold gilded edges are so sweet.


 
This antique French cake stand is my new favorite and is over 100 years old! Timeless beauty and perfect for displaying holiday baked goods! Speaking of baked goods...


There is something so charming about vintage baking tins. These mini bundt cake tins are precious!


 
Dazzle your holiday guests with these vintage Belgian cranberry-rose crystal claret wine glasses. Look how they sparkle and shine!



I'm in love with this vintage 1940's glass decanter and glass set. So elegant and refined with beautiful etched details.


Celebrate the making of your favorite holiday cocktails with this stylish, mid-century glass and gold ice bucket!

Hope you enjoyed these treasures. Go to my shop for more lovelies.

Check back in on Monday for some fabulous curated art!

Have a fantastic weekend!

xx,

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Curated: Amber Alexander

Hello art friends! It's been far too long since I've brought you some lovely work to gaze upon! I am sorry. But, today I have curated a gorgeous collection by Amber Alexander. I am completely enthralled by her subtle and beautiful watercolors. So very dreamy! Enjoy...





 


Make sure you visit her shop and explore more of her stunning creations!

Have a fabulous Wednesday!

xo,