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Etsy Finds Decor: Playful Loft Living with Something's Hiding In Here
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Published on March 15, 2009 in Spotlight 		Photo by

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ChristineThis weekend's Get the Look: Decor is inspired by the amazing Philadelphia, PA loft of Shauna and Stephen from somethingshidinghere.  Their enormous apartment (over 2700 square feet!) is filled with collections of vintage treasures, artwork and weekend DIY projects. The duo calculates good craftsmanship and day-to-day functionality into every aspect of the design.

While they may not always agree on every detail, their collaborations have resulted in an amazing home where every aspect of the décor looks well thought out and handcrafted.  Much like the items they make and sell, their home has captured the playful and thoughtful spirits of its inhabitants.

Today I am going to show you how to add a bit of Shauna and Stephen's playful, art-inspired look to your own home using elements found on Etsy.  As an added bonus be sure to check out Shauna and Stephen's house tour from the video series, There's No Place Like Here. Click on the image below to watch the movie:

Painted Forest Pillow

This pillow is a clever twist on the vintage paint by number artwork Shauna and Stephen collect. By norajane, $22.

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Large Fat Coper Vase in Man Ray Pattern Viscous Colorway

This colorful vase, inspired by the simple forms of my favorite ceramicist Hans Coper, is the perfect complement to a bouquet of fresh spring flowers.  By jillrosenwald, $90.

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tree stump floor pillow

Add a playful touch of faux bois to your living room or bedroom with a stump floor pillow. By bebemoon, $75.

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Wood Porch Swing

This handcrafted swing would add a romantic touch to any room, indoors or out.  By ron987red, $148.

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Flock of Crows Wall Decals

The vintage forest mural in Shauna and Stephen's kitchen is a fun way to escape the stress of city living. Create your own indoor nature adventure with a set of removable wall decals.  By WilsonGraphics, $30.

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X2 Vintage Brass Deer from Pudding

The shelf built into the headboard of the couple's bed is a genius way to display a large collection of small objects, such as Shauna and Stephen's collection of deer figurines. This is one of my favorite parts of their apartment. By thepuddingstorevint, $28.

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Green and Natural Striped Frame

The recycled wood elements throughout Shauna and Stephen's home bring to mind memories of days gone by, much like these picture frames made from salvaged wood from Hurricane Katrina.  By
SecondLineFrames, $75.

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YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE OVERSIZED POSTCARD LETTERPRESS HAND PRINTED

Sweet reminders of happy times past are everywhere in Shauna and Stephen's home.  I especially love the many thoughtful gifts of art and other handmade objects that express their love for one another displayed in subtle places throughout their home.  By YeeHaw, $12.

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Vintage Cram's Midcentury Globe

Whether displayed  in groups or all alone, vintage globes are a great way to add a playful reminder of childhood school days. (Or maybe you want to contemplate all the places you one day hope to visit.) From crikito, $75.

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Did you watch the amazing video showing off Shauna and Stephen's space? Make sure to check out the guided tour!

Looking for more styles and interiors? Check out our new 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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March 15, 2009 at 10:19 a.m. electriclime

very nice! i love everything :)

March 15, 2009 at 10:19 a.m. SASSYspaces

very nice PICs! reminds me of my beautiful Montana!!

March 15, 2009 at 10:27 a.m. breadandroses2

Love YeeHaw & Twotrickpony graphics! Great collection.

March 15, 2009 at 10:28 a.m. PenelopeAndAnastasia

There are so many fabulouso design elements in this loft, it's hard to choose one to highlight! Ya for Philly!

March 15, 2009 at 10:29 a.m. salmonbarn

Deer,owls and birds, enough already!

March 15, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. sweetshorn

What a talented couple.

March 15, 2009 at 10:33 a.m. kaleprimitifs

wow~ their loft is fabulous! i love the porch swing!

March 15, 2009 at 10:36 a.m. JMCdesigns

great finds!!

March 15, 2009 at 10:37 a.m. VedaArtsFabrics

very cool and fun! of course. i am going to aspire to having a house in homage to fun living. :)

March 15, 2009 at 10:54 a.m. vintagekitty

Wow! I love the bedroom. I wish mine looked liked that :D

March 15, 2009 at 11:02 a.m. zombuki

That pillow is great, plus one can never have too many deer :3

March 15, 2009 at 11:06 a.m. MyJunkyTrunk

I love lofts! They are the perfect space for artistic expression in a home. Really great finds. Thanks!

March 15, 2009 at 11:34 a.m. oohvintage

great article; great ideas!

March 15, 2009 at 11:36 a.m. tinahdee

So fun. I've always wanted to live alone in a loft.

March 15, 2009 at 12:02 p.m. somethingshidinghere

you're all invited over!
thanks for the love,
shauna & stephen

March 15, 2009 at 12:05 p.m. PrairieGarden

amazing space!

March 15, 2009 at 12:07 p.m. Liyana

cool list ;)

March 15, 2009 at 12:14 p.m. dragonhouseofyuen

the deer on the shelf are just super - this is a fantastic - and what really caught my eye were the 2 deer statues carrying books!!

March 15, 2009 at 12:56 p.m. SouthwestFlower

Playful, Intelligent, What a fantastic space!

March 15, 2009 at 1:06 p.m. TheCottageCheese

I love these picks! Shauna and Stephen's collections are amazing. I dig the painted forest pillow so much that I posted it on my blog a couple of months ago.

March 15, 2009 at 1:16 p.m. bellasparty

I love Shauna and Stephen's loft! So amazing.
Great picks!

March 15, 2009 at 1:20 p.m. neawear

somethingshidinghere rocks! So does this article ;)

All I gotta say 'bout that :)

March 15, 2009 at 2:22 p.m. baconsquarefarm

What an amazing loft~ super couple~ great mixes in styles and mediums. Great read.

March 15, 2009 at 2:37 p.m. MiaBeads

Can I come live with you? Please? Pretty Please? ;)

March 15, 2009 at 2:54 p.m. plaidponyvintage

Cutest crafty couple ever! I love everything!!!

March 15, 2009 at 3:28 p.m. ChocolateBeachFlower

the loft is just amazing!!!

March 15, 2009 at 3:50 p.m. SleepDreamPlay

fantastic items listed and soo many new faveourites.
i love their style.

March 15, 2009 at 4:17 p.m. TeenAngster

I love this!

March 15, 2009 at 4:51 p.m. ilovehearts

I wish my flat had more space and was so neat. Lovely list.

March 15, 2009 at 4:56 p.m. LushPunk

Awesome! I love all the deer above the bed :D

March 15, 2009 at 5:10 p.m. LoveAppleBoutique

I loved the video. The apartment looks so spacious. I love there globe collection.

March 15, 2009 at 5:43 p.m. VintageDress

i love the birds on the walls! :) reminds me of my own home decor.

March 15, 2009 at 5:53 p.m. littlepancakes

I love that Pixies quote print!

March 15, 2009 at 6:26 p.m. BlackStar

Love the swing~ Everyone should have one!

March 15, 2009 at 6:45 p.m. IcingOnTheCupcake

Love their loft! Great, unique style and pulled together beautifully!

March 15, 2009 at 6:49 p.m. FlanneryCrane

Love everything. Would love to visit this loft. I like the "You are my sunshine" reminds me of a vintage boyfriend who would sing this in the best baby voice...ha

March 15, 2009 at 6:54 p.m. PeekoApparel

i love the shelves in the main picture.

March 15, 2009 at 7:55 p.m. NicoAndMooMoo

love all!
Globe and tree pillow are favorites!

March 15, 2009 at 9:34 p.m. AnnaKayCreations

Just beautiful!

http://annakaycreations.blogspot.com

March 15, 2009 at 9:49 p.m. theaxx

LOVE the bookshelves, AND the birds and the deers!

Fun times!

thea.
xx

(www.forthevisionaries.tumblr.com)

March 15, 2009 at 10:03 p.m. EpicBones

ooh, my sister would love this!

March 15, 2009 at 10:05 p.m. TheNebulousKingdom

this is one of the most beautiful lof I've ever seen! Wonderful tastes, from 2 wonderful artists! I'm very impressed!

March 15, 2009 at 10:06 p.m. TheNebulousKingdom

eh.. I meant "loft" of course :p

March 15, 2009 at 11:05 p.m. LittleCritters00

I'm in love with there loft, sigh, now I wish I had a place like that.

March 16, 2009 at 12:01 a.m. odiliafu

I love the space and amazing treasures in their loft. Thanks for sharing!!

March 16, 2009 at 5:04 a.m. Iammie

love all stuffs

March 16, 2009 at 7:04 a.m. LBarnhouse

I had to link to the tree stump floor pillow in my own blog. It's sooooo cool. Good work.

March 16, 2009 at 7:04 a.m. BluePumpkinJuice

i love the pillow, really amazing !! :D

March 16, 2009 at 8:19 a.m. Rhiannon228

I love these finds. I want to live in a loft apartment!

March 16, 2009 at 9:44 a.m. thestapeliacompany

I love the woodsy stuff. Very nice.

March 16, 2009 at 10:08 a.m. QuilterSharon

I love the ideas

March 16, 2009 at 12:33 p.m. EJPcreations

I do love paint by numbers pictures!!!

March 16, 2009 at 3:34 p.m. BROOKLYNrehab

wow you have amazingly recreated your space even down to the swing! i have apartment envy for sure :)

i love the homemade stamps mounted on tree slices. very cool! thanks for the owls!

March 16, 2009 at 7:45 p.m. TreeHuggerStudio

I like the built in bookcases and how they are displayed.

March 16, 2009 at 11:47 p.m. PipocaHandmade

What a fabulous space! Great article!

March 17, 2009 at 1:12 a.m. 5gardenias

what a terrific team-- and super space--- filled with imaginative and unique decor!

March 17, 2009 at 3:55 a.m. bunnyboutique

Love the minagerie of tiny animals over the bed.

March 18, 2009 at 4:05 p.m. Warmth

When you fill a house with pieces like this you make a house a home.

March 18, 2009 at 8:53 p.m. JazzGreen

this decor is fab, very homely, welcoming and yet effortlessly stylish too...

March 21, 2009 at 1:03 a.m. BouquetSpecialDesign

I love all:))

March 21, 2009 at 2:10 a.m. akane

I love love love their loft! It's like living in an art studio and gallery. It's fun, playful, and full of inspiration! Can I move in? ;)

www.akanedesigns.blogspot.com

March 22, 2009 at 6:56 p.m. JayneCollection

I love this loft...the wall bookcase and swing are my favorites...you did an awesome job!

March 23, 2009 at 2:25 p.m. evesimone

oooo, love somethingshidinginhere...& all of their brilliant work!

March 29, 2009 at 11:37 a.m. beachhouseblues

Very cool!

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Nov. 5, 2009 at 3:01 a.m. littlemoandfriends

so lovely, a little bit quirky, retro and cute. I really enjoyed this article! xxx

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