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Etsy Finds Decor: Modern Inspiration from the Experts at HGTV


Story by HGTVofficial, Iheartmoustaches Published on September 20, 2009 in Spotlight	Photo by HGTV

This weekend's Get the Look: Decor features Etsy's take on modern homes designed by professional architects and interior designers as featured on HGTV. These inspiring spaces show how investing in a few pieces of modern handcrafted furniture allows the architectural details of your home to stand out. Pair these special pieces with your choice of colorful artwork and decorative elements to create your own distinct mood and setting.

"Our increasingly complex and stressful lives make us crave simplicity. Modern style, with its clean lines and neutral palette, takes us back to the basics. But this isn't a carbon copy of mid-century modern. Today's modern is softened with rustic or natural elements like the stacked nesting tables, fossil lamp and French oak stool below." — HGTV

Visit HGTV's Designers' Portfolio for even more great spaces and styles to help you create the home of your dreams. The following Etsy Finds provide basic decorating ideas that will give your home a modern minimalist aesthetic using handmade and vintage furniture and decor accents available on Etsy.

Living Room

Andreas Charalambous, AIA
Principal Architect, FORMA Design, Inc.

"Traditional go-to colors for modern spaces: white and black. Get the updated version of this look by using a neutral, natural palette: soft gray, muted khaki or creamy oatmeal. It creates a clean yet simple look, which is the keystone of modern style." — HGTV

U - White and Green Chair / Bench

By poaplum, $400.

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Small Mini Sprout Vase

By whitneysmith, $68.

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60s Pair Black & White Pottery Lamps

From fabulousmess, $350.

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Black and White Circle Pillow Cover

By Modernality, $26.

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Stacked Plywood Nesting End Tables

By michaelflynn, $285.

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Photographic Stone Coaster Set

By tansyandco, $35.

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Set of 3 Micro Tiles

By elementclaystudio, $200.

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old school rockaway train - pillow cover

By bungaloe, $25.

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White Wall Wedge 8 x 8

By OmniArtDisplay, $32.

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Modern White Baby Head Vase / Planter

By mudpuppy, $30.

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Felted Pebble Coaster Set

By delica, $24.

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Group Of Miniature Porcelain Doves

By SweetLoveVintage, $18.

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Kitchen

Alia Meyer
Interior Designer, Jessica Hall Associates

Bright blues set against a gorgeous marble counter with dramatic lighting would be any cook's dream come true.

"The pendants in this kitchen use the beauty of semi-precious quartz to add glitter and create a division from the kitchen into the bold yellow dining room." — HGTV

Pair Shower Shade Pendants

By kamlampcompany, $200.

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Looped Wire Basket Vintage Tabletop

From BrightWallVintage, $11.

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Blue Pyrex Divided Dish w/ Lid & Cradle

From kittyBcreative, $14.99.

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3 Vintage Glass Storage Jars w. Blue lids

From MODERA, $34.

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Sunshowers - Weeping Cherry

By BellStudios, $45.

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16x20 Barnwood Frame (choose color)

By 2DogsWoodWorking, $19.

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Hazel Atlas Blue Glass Dish

From CrankHeartPony, $9.

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Large Dansk Blue Dutch Oven

From annwares, $65.

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Bedroom

Daniel Bodenmiller
Bodenmiller & Associate

Modern elements combined with natural woods and colorful artisan pillows create a relaxing retreat away from the stresses of daily life.

Wall Art Vinyl Decal Sticker Headboard

By artwallproject, $28.

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Low Top

By tenebras, $525.

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Steel Panel Bed

By deliafurniture, $600.

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Fossils of Old

By awanderingsoul, $125.

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Natural edged walnut and white oak table

By sjswoodworking, $365.

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Ikat Pillow

By NolaFeather, $60.

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Modern Stacked Chrome Ball Lamps

From fabulousmess, $400.

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Original abstract 30 x 30 on canvas

By brianelston, $195.

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Pasiley Indian Silk Brocade Pillow Cover

From clee27, $15.

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Indian Sari Pillow--Diamond

By tweedylane, $37.

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Bathrooom

Christopher J. Grubb
Principal, Arch-Interiors Design Group, Inc.

The cool blue tiles and pebble vanity top give this bathroom a clean, relaxing look.

"An aquatic feel is created using dual colors of blue tiles on the floor and walls. A cantilevered vanity topped with pebbles in resin rises up the wall and contains a semi-recessed sink on top. Sleek vertical lighting on each side of the mirror was used for soft indirect lighting." — HGTV

Eco Friendly Concrete Vessel Sink

By fiddlehead11, $350.

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RECYCLED solid French white oak stool

By StilNovoDesign, $120.

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Black Raspberry Vanilla Goat Milk Soap

By Soapcupboard, $4.

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Blue and Gray and a Yellow Line Plate

By impurevessels, $35.

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love - 2 Translucent porcelain cup

By stepanka, $56.

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Vessel Sink in Celadon Green Glaze

By MudworksPottery, $200.

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Which style should we explore in our next edition? Post your requests in the comments!

Looking for more styles and interiors? Check out our video series, There's No Place Like Here, where creative types show us their unique spaces — infused with their aesthetic and filled with the treasures they collect. Get involved and show us your amazing space in this Flickr pool.

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Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:21 a.m.

jessjamesjake

Love these selections! Thanks for sharing.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:21 a.m.

ModishVintage

great picks! love the stacked nesting tables.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:22 a.m.

evihan

stunning collection...I wish I had them alll:-)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:40 a.m.

thebestvintage

Fabulous selection of Etsy items!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:41 a.m.

beachhouseblues

I really love the use of color in this interior!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:51 a.m.

petitepaperie

Great items - love the retro cat bed!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:59 a.m.

SeaFindDesigns

Love this post!! Definitely my style!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:03 a.m.

LaveMeSoapCo

i love it all!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:04 a.m.

monkeyandsquirrel

great selections. my husband and i just bought a house that needs a total overhaul. can't wait to get started. i know most of our decor will be from etsy!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:05 a.m.

louloudo

Beautiful selection!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:09 a.m.

ChuckEBrydWallArt

Love the French white oak stool, great ideas!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:11 a.m.

alexkeller

what a wonderful way to wake up to sunday morning - thanks for the inspiration.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:13 a.m.

rctees

Modern/Art Deco is my personal favorite when it comes to decor. Christine, you've done a fab job with your choices for this feature.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:15 a.m.

holzfurhaus

Awesome.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:15 a.m.

spacejam

what a wonderful collection!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:16 a.m.

newivystyle

It's no great secret how much I love white and natural elements. Very nice living room, from a possibly Greek(?) Architect - just saw the last name. Wonderful bedroom with a natural wood headboard. From the finds feautured, I just love the little, white Jeep planter or whatever else. Unfortunately, already sold.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:18 a.m.

SimpleJoysPaperie

Very nice selections!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:18 a.m.

postroadvintage

Great job!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:20 a.m.

UlvDesign

Great items! I especially love the sprout vase and the micro tiles...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:23 a.m.

BargainHeadbands

WOW! what a great selection! I love, love, love "twist" and the blue pillow.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:29 a.m.

pinkytoeclothing

Simple, elegant & beautiful. Great picks as always!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:34 a.m.

jenniferladd

I love this style! Great picks!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:38 a.m.

VintageJamie

All the picks are so great!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:44 a.m.

helenaemmans

very stylish collection of photos.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:54 a.m.

VintageTextileJunkie

Great picks - I love that limb side table!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:56 a.m.

girltuesdayjewelry

Very chic! Love that you can get so many unique finds or all kind right here on Etsy!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:58 a.m.

poppyfox

beautiful sinks!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:10 a.m.

EarthenTreasures

Love these items...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:16 a.m.

pamwares

Love everything! Great picks!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:16 a.m.

nomadcraftsetc

Love your picks! If I didn't have children this is the dream I have for my house! :O)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:21 a.m.

TheCottageCheese

Beautiful selections! That walnut table is gorgeous!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:24 a.m.

ME2Designs

Wonderful collections & picks from the amazing Etsy shops!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:37 a.m.

redyellowandblueink

pretty awesome finds here, wow.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:38 a.m.

cayennepeppy

This completely makes me want to 'purge' and re-do my decor!! Love it! :)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:39 a.m.

bylynnkrestel

oh i love this article!!
so many great picks...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:39 a.m.

midnightcoiler

Great selections. I love seeing all the different looks for homes.

Cold weather is almost here for a lot of us, so how about a "Garden in Winter" decorating theme?

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:41 a.m.

Modernality

I'm loving the black and white room- my kind of style!! Thanks for letting me be among such lovely items. It made my day!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:42 a.m.

LuminousDreamDesigns

Great picks! <3 HGTV. Really nice interpretations of the designs!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 11:43 a.m.

blueskyclouds

I completely loved everything here! Especially the blue kitchen and the little white doves!!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:09 p.m.

uknowuneedanother

I have been so impressed with the new formatting of Etsy finds! The expanded listings offer so many more possibilities and look GREAT all the time. I always see a response in my traffic due to the new and improved version!!!

AND I have some complimentary Hazel Atlas Capri pieces. It's such a great shade of blue.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
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and one last turquoise piece with absolutely fab optics:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:11 p.m.

MiaBellaCandles

How neat was this! I loved it all.
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Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:15 p.m.

SmallEarthVintage

Love it. And I had to snatch up modernradar's beautiful blue leaves pillow!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:17 p.m.

jenkennedydesigns

Very cool..love the mod decor! I love a minimalist look.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:23 p.m.

pipapiep

nice style!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:24 p.m.

sherrytruitt

love your choices this week, Christine!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:36 p.m.

jewelrybyjackie

Wonderful choices! I wish I could go out and redecorate...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:38 p.m.

funkomavintage

so well done! it almost makes me like modern decor...that kitty bed gives me a giggle. For the next style to feature...I know I'll never stop loving decorating with found/decayed and modded/hacked stuff...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 12:47 p.m.

SurrenderDorothy

Awesome picks once again!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:04 p.m.

worksofwhimsy

I love the modern look, but I don't know how anyone can really "live" in an all white living room. I love bright kitchens!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:04 p.m.

MeowBarkArt

I love the stacked plywood nesting end tables... endless possibilities!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:04 p.m.

VixVintage

Modern is not my personal style, but I do admire it. Great picks, thanks.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:11 p.m.

steinschmuckdesign

Absolutely cool finds,
love it!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:13 p.m.

patspottery

Love all the Get the Look: Decor articles!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:14 p.m.

menzocollection

Wow, those micro tiles make such a stunning display. Love all the other picks, too!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:20 p.m.

WoodPigeon

Great items! Love the variety.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:23 p.m.

ArtDecoDame

great items

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:35 p.m.

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Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:49 p.m.

imfromthewoods

how freakin awesome is that salt shaker light?!!?!?!?!?!?!?!???!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 1:57 p.m.

AnnaLela

great picks...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:08 p.m.

ViosJewelry

I've always like this style.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:09 p.m.

ViosJewelry

I've always liked this style.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:17 p.m.

modernfigurative

Christine,
This is one of the nicest posts on design! Things are chosen for each room and really fit well with the theme. I am really seeing Etsy's 'modern' side!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:18 p.m.

PillowsDePost

Wow, gorgeous! I would love to live in any of these rooms. How about some of these seller's modern photos for the walls: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?... or http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:25 p.m.

Morado

LOVE all the picks!..need to redo the home now :o)
http://twitter.com/MoradoShop
http://www.facebook.com/MoradoShop

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:27 p.m.

bijougirldesigns

Great "Get the look!"
I have several of the micro tiles from Elemental clay studio and I LOVE them. They're totally worth it.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:45 p.m.

lovelygifts

Nice designs! I recently started watching HGTV! Some very interesting shows.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:48 p.m.

lialu

These pillows would add spice to any modern room!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
WOW!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 2:54 p.m.

Krystyna81

wonderful choices (although I want to see more wall art :)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 3:02 p.m.

soule

ohh... I was just day dreaming about all these items in my house!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 3:09 p.m.

TipsyTimeMachine

How about Art Deco for the next article?

Sept. 20, 2009 at 3:47 p.m.

paramountvintage

i love nolafeather. her ikat pillow is amazing!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 3:51 p.m.

lilworkerb

I love to mix mod peices, with vintage feel victorian peices.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:05 p.m.

odiliafu

Love the steel panel bed. Cool picks! Great style!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:14 p.m.

magickalrealism

I love the teal sink/bowl - I wish I had a condo so I could install something like that. Just gorgeous!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:17 p.m.

lolivizcaya

Thanks Christine. Great things. But, am I the only one who feels taht great looking white bench looks really uncomfortable? :)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:33 p.m.

FluteTeacher

The white mini sprout vase is too cute!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:36 p.m.

mythunderstood

The white bench would be good for cocktail / social parties like the old S chairs!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:43 p.m.

ofmatter

AMAZING items! The porcelain doves are adorable!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:50 p.m.

gretchenmist

beautiful finds :)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 4:54 p.m.

asundrynotion

The natural wood handmade furniture is outstanding! Works with any style interior.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5 p.m.

BlueRoseRetro

Love the recycled wood bench from StilNovoDesigns. How fabulous is that?...and recycled wood...right on!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5 p.m.

danielabesso

great article !

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5:14 p.m.

mustlovehomedecor

I would love to add this to the modern room
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5:20 p.m.

recycledwares

nice modern finds - thanks for sharing!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.

BellStudios

Awesome! everything makes me want to clear a room and start from scratch with some of these pretty things (Especially those white doves).

Sept. 20, 2009 at 5:45 p.m.

artangel

Wow I wish I lived in that house! Lovely items - found a couple of new favourites!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 6:12 p.m.

Beadz2Pleaz

Inspiring thank you! Makes one want to spend lots of money redoing ones home...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 6:14 p.m.

Apogigi

indeed, i love those coasters :D

Sept. 20, 2009 at 6:29 p.m.

ooty

lovely finds! Always Great to see more ceramics as art/decor and not only as functional =)

Sept. 20, 2009 at 6:38 p.m.

MyPatternedMind

Cool stuff!!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 7:08 p.m.

cottonbirddesigns

Great finds!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 7:29 p.m.

jalexstudios

Love the selections. Definitely up my alley. Clean and simple. That's my style:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Sept. 20, 2009 at 8:04 p.m.

forrestinavintage

very good post; beautiful photos and nice Etsy items!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 8:34 p.m.

designlab443

Wonderful Picks

Sept. 20, 2009 at 8:48 p.m.

objetpetita

Both the showerhead lamps & the salt shaker lamp are really great! Love stuff like that.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 8:52 p.m.

thewonderlandstudio

ahhhh...love modern stuff! cool pics!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9 p.m.

ChloesRuffleButt

Phenomenal! I have been watching a lot of HGTV lately...but you couldn't tell from my home! These are great picks!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:19 p.m.

bhangtiez

What a great assortment of goodies! Thanks 4 sharing! So inspiring!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:20 p.m.

wishartglass

WOW! This is so sophisticated. Beautiful.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:46 p.m.

1AEON

love the train pillow!!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:10 p.m.

norakaren

I love HGTV.I could be hours watching how to remodel and sell,how to renew houses and spaces,Those shows are made for me
Great feature,loving colors,finally colors and neweness!

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:16 p.m.

epoca

Perfect collaborations.

Sept. 20, 2009 at 10:24 p.m.

kathiroussel

gorgeous everything! great feature!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 12:17 a.m.

MyMoms

Great finds! I love them all especially the wooden chest! Thanks for sharing!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 2:24 a.m.

BlueCrushBeads

Everything is gorgeous!! HGTV is one of my favorite channels to watch.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 3:48 a.m.

LiLYorkieFruFru

Love HGTV and love modern designs! Great topic :)

Sept. 21, 2009 at 4:21 a.m.

GreenTease

Thanks for reporting. Luv this modern style, totally me!! The baby head vase is killer!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 6:36 a.m.

treasuresupplies

Love the fossil lamp, just need to come up with a great excuse so I can spend the money to get it...might have to start saving.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 7:28 a.m.

thecluelesscrafter

There are so many fabulous things on Etsy that it's hard to make a decision.

It helps when you create a collection that we can look at easily! Keep it up;-)

Sept. 21, 2009 at 7:38 a.m.

Maykela

stunning collection!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 8:12 a.m.

Navare

I agree, when things are kept simple, you are more likely to appreciate the beauty of the objects you are showcasing in your home.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 9:39 a.m.

GreetingsthatGrow

WOW, love the simplistic and natural beauty in this one. I can't believe how easy it would be do decorate an entire house right from Etsy! Fantastic!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 9:40 a.m.

LemonGrove

really beautiful picks! I found some new favorites!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 9:49 a.m.

crazybutcute

wonderfully inspirational! That limb side table is to die for.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 9:59 a.m.

theferngate

Love. Love. Love. Espeically the Celadon Green Vessel Sink. So cool.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.

DalkullanJewelry

Great collection, especially like the Mini Sprout Vase!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 11:09 a.m.

yoofooshop

Love the picks! I want to redo my room now!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 11:13 a.m.

StudioCherie

Another great series. Keep it up! I love eclectic, mismatched style. Especially in dining and bedrooms. That would be a fun one to explore.

Sept. 21, 2009 at 11:53 a.m.

fantasybeader

Some really beautiful finds today!!!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 12:41 p.m.

voleurdebijoux

love it! sooo sleek and fresh!!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 1:34 p.m.

PurseParts

Stunning! These really inspire me to work on my own home make overs! I couldn't handle the white living room...but I like to look at it!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 7:50 p.m.

craftpile

Love!

Sept. 21, 2009 at 10:57 p.m.

FrozenEngel

Such wonderful selections!!!

Sept. 22, 2009 at 1 a.m.

vsc83

This is definitely one of my favorite articles so far. It just goes to show you the amazing talent found right here on Etsy; any of those items picked would look fabulous in any "HGTV Inspired" home or space. Bravo!

Sept. 22, 2009 at 1:57 a.m.

Lily1010

I Absolutely LOVE Stilnovodesign's bench, all very talented artists and great selections! Thanks!

Sept. 22, 2009 at 7:21 a.m.

Art2ArtColorado

*this is wonderful! Excellent read and eyecandy!

Sept. 22, 2009 at 7:49 a.m.

bijouxdellostregatto

Beautiful picks, and the kitchen is absolutely wonderful!

Sept. 22, 2009 at 10:41 a.m.

softboiled

Love the color palette of these choices. I especially like the porcelain cups by Stepanka. For suggestions in your next entry could I direct you to these?

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Sept. 23, 2009 at 9:55 p.m.