looking forward

i was at anthropologie returning some extra knobs that i picked up for a project when i spotted these...

they are 20"x20" napkins that will make AMAZING pillows!

zoom it!

i love the color combo. i would NEVER think i'd like purple and red together!

maybe it's the crocheted hint of navy that does it for me...

best part of it? i found them in the sale section...

$8.00 marked down to $4.95.

when i went to check out, they rung up as $1.50.

love it when that happens!

i ran back to the sale section and grabbed two more! biggest regret? i wish i grabbed them ALL!

i love using anthro napkins for pillows. they have so many different patterns and colors that are so unique. they are sure to add punch to the room while guaranteeing a "one of a kind" pillow. here are some other ones i've made..

(the far left and center)

i am saving these babies for a year and a half. they'll be something GLORIOUS to look forward to when we move. i'll have to have some sort of a "pick me up" when our time in boston is done...

Milk and Cookies discount!

Hello friends...

Do I have a treat for YOU! Misty from milk and cookies is giving all of my readers a 10% discount throughout the month of February!

Misty's pillows are so much fun! She has pillows in every fabric imaginable. Not only are the options endless, but her prices are hard to beat. Her graphic pillows start at just $20.00.

Here is just a sneak peak of goodies in her shop...

so, here's what you do.

1. become a follower of my blog

2. go to misty's milk and cookies shop

3. find that perfect pillow (or window treatment) for you

4. if you're feeling extra loving, find a gift for your loved one for valentine's day!

5. in the checkout, use the coupon code MARLARUBYDESIGN to receive your discount

6. smile. you just saved 10%.

7. wait wait wait for mr. postman to bring you your treats!

make sure to come back here and tell me what you found! i can't wait to hear!

i heart 'of the young and restless'

this fabric is AMAZING! it's so unique and i LOVE it!

this textile company (aka Y&R) is out to bring us daring and vibrant patterns and prints. their oversized prints and dashing colors can put the WOW in any space. well, they're doing a mighty fine job.

how amazing would some of those roses be as drapes in a little gal's room?

now if only i can get my hands on these to bring my home some holiday cheer...

(my favorite print in my favorite color. consider it fate!!!!!)

purchase these from plum cushion.

dear santa,

aren't these stylin?

xoxo

ashley

another GIVEAWAY!

i want to thank all of you readers out there. how else would i thank you other than gifting one of you with my favorite accessories?

PILLOWS!

alright, you guys. these pillows are GREAT. warm and cozy meets preppy stripes. i love the combo. the washed out black and white stripe can also be used in your halloween home decor (as well as year round...)

let's be serious... you'd be THRILLED to receive this combo (designed by nate berkus) in the mail.

this is going to be a shorter giveaway. i'll pick a winner on saturday, october 16.

in order to win, here's what you're going to do between now and then:

1. become a follower of this blog

2. leave a comment telling me what you (or your children) are going to be for halloween

3. spread the word (via blog, facebook, email, etc) about this giveaway in order to add another comment

4. check back here on saturday to see if you're the lucky duck!

maybe these pillows will be yours...

pillow giveaway at 6th street

hi there.

kirsten from 6th street design is hosting a giveaway right now for a WONDERFUL etsy shop, elegant touch. elegant touch has some pretty gorgeous pillows to offer you. they are perfectly made with some of the hottest fabrics on the market! fresh out of south carolina, these pillows can spruce up any space!

here are the ones i'm struggling to choose between

RUN on over to kirsten's spot to enter the giveaway.

let the best man win!

ALSO!!!!!! don't forget to let me know if you want any goodies from brimfield! i am heading out there friday morning to play all day in the endless acres of antiques.

GIVEAWAY!

hello, readers.

the day has come.

the giveaway is here.

let's get this party started.

what is it, you ask?

one (1) pillow from milk and cookies

WOO HOO!

i am going to gift one of my readers with a fun throw pillow that could spruce up any room.

here's what you have to do to be eligible to win:

- become a follower of this blog (check out my side bar... it's pretty easy)

- jump on over to the milk and cookies etsy shop and browse

- choose which pillow you would like to win (anything up to $25.00 in value)

- leave a comment telling me which pillow you want

if you want better chances of winning, then spread the word! leave a second comment telling me how you advertised this giveaway!

here is a little preview to what may come your way...

this is just a handful of my favorites. there are TONS of endless options in the shop. i can't wait to see what you choose!

alright. this giveaway will end in 9 days from now. i will choose a winner on july 31.

get to it, you busy little bees!

on their way

i finally finished making some pillows for a client yesterday.

these are just so bright and fun! i can't wait to see how they pull the room together!

first thing tomorrow morning, they will be on their way to baltimore.

please get there safely. please don't get wet.

this rain has GOTTA GO!

i'm tempted to keep these on my sofa until the rain goes away...

then i would have something to keep things bright around here.

{napkins from anthropologie}

fourth of july finds

getting ready for the holiday?

here are just a few etsy finds that can make your independence day all the more festive...

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mason, bean, and i are heading out to utah to celebrate with family over the weekend.

what do you have planned?

let me know if you find any other items that will spice up your fourth.

milk and cookies

i was just searching around for some pillows for a client when i came across these...

can i tell you how obsessed i am with milk and cookies on etsy? not only are the pillows darling, but they are a GREAT price, too! thanks, milk and cookies! i plan on becoming your really good friend.