olive & cocoa

Not sure if you all have heard about Olive & Cocoa, but it is one of the very few catalogs that I actually look forward to flipping through when I check the mail (Sundance, Linen Source, The Company Store.... NO THANKS!).

This darling collection of unique gifts is really one of a kind, and with no lack of style.  And their packaging?  WOW!  Check out their website @ Olive & Cocoa, and see some of our favorite selections below.

Dainty Champagne Flutes come packaged in a chic wooden crate

They also have AMAZING floral selections that are beautiful enough to put your local florist out of business

Gifts for the men too, like custom stamped key ring

And I am in love with this LuLu Lamb & Blankie set - what a darling shower gift!

prized product | john derian watch out!

This month's issue of InStyle magazine not only featured a typical, smirking Katie-I-married-a-sofa-jumper-but-that-is-the-least-of-his-problems-Holmes, but also a custom product I have never seen before and will likely order in the future.

Kaas Glassworks Handmade Decoupage out of New York offers custom decoupage work.  Think WEDDING INVITATIONS!  I have received incredibly beautiful wedding invitations that are fabulous enough to be categorized as a piece of art.  Now you can have that ephemera made into a glass tray keepsake.  The newlyweds (at least her!) will treasure this unique wedding gift, I am sure.  Check it out...

waste not | square feathers waste bins

A chic waste basket is hard to find.  Mission accomplished.  I can see one of these accompanying a streamlined, lacquered desk in a young professional's study.  Square Feathers is a JMI vendor that manufactures graphic bedding, seating, pillows, and decor.  Purchase through Jessica McIntyre Interiors, keep an eye out for their products at J.McIntyre HOME, or buy through their website.

Additional great finds from the Square Feathers website.... loads of fun pillows, picture frames, and square poufs that come in a variety of fabric options!

 

pouf comes in any fabric!

J. McIntyre HOME

EXCITING NEWS FOR JESSICA MCINTYRE INTERIORS!

We are thrilled to announce that after a few weeks of thoughtful planning and weighing options... Jessica McIntyre Interiors has decided to relocate our design studio and incorporate a small retail shop in our new space!!!  An exciting adventure lies ahead, and we hope to see many of you visiting J. MCINTYRE HOME this summer!

Stay tuned for location details, operation hours, and inventory updates....

it's the most wonderful time of the year...

ROUND TOP!!!

Just booked travel plans for both Round Top and High Point Market!  High Point is to-the-trade only, but everyone is welcome to venture down to south Texas and shop 'til you drop at the biggest antiques show in the state.

The show occurs twice a year, and the Spring 2011 dates are March 29 - April 2.  It is fast approaching so book your hotel rooms and make arrangements now!

some round top tips...

FOOTWEAR

I have discovered over the years that even the most comfortable shoes cause pain at the end of an 8-hour shop-a-thon.  BRING OPTIONS.  I even pack an alternate pair with me in my day-bag in case my feet need a wardrobe change to keep going.  Endurance is key at Round Top and you can't let a blisters, aches or pains hold you back!

FIND A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK!

If you drive a compact car, invite your closest friend with an SUV or truck to take the trip with you.  Or barter a trade... their vehicle in exchange for some great items you pick up for them during the shopping extravaganza.  You never know what you will find in the tents, and it is always a good idea to have room for a special (big) find.  If you can't get yourself a large ride, don't fret.  Freight companies are on site at the larger shows and will ship items straight to your front door... for a hefty fee or course.

DON'T DARE MISS....

Marburger Farm Antique Show and Big Red Barn are the must-see shows in Round Top.  They are BIG and each take a full day to see everything.

MAP IT OUT

The big shows will offer maps to help navigate the barns, houses and tents.  Take advantage.  Back-tracking will only waste precious time.

CURE MEMORY LOSS

Have you ever been with a realtor to see home after home only at the end of the day you have a mind full of jumbled living rooms and building facades that you can't keep straight?  This is like that... INFORMATION OVERLOAD!  A trick of mine is to find a booth/vendor that I like, and talk to the owners.  Having a conversation with the people that own the goods will help you to remember the specific items that they offer.  I also like to take a business card, and then snap a photo of the business card along with photos of their goods.  Then at the end of a long day, I can refresh my memory and not forget who sells those FABULOUS THINGS!