misosouper, a shopping blog

For months I was searching for the perfect pair of lamps for my daughter’s room. We were finally rid of the crib and ready for redo the room with big girl decor. We have a mix of vintage dressers and modern bedding from Dwell. We chose a pair of Pablo tube top lamps in pink. The colored tube top lamps are only available in the small tabletop size with a height of 14 inches. Of course the concern for potential breakage when the lamp topples off the nightstand is a major one. Luckily with the tube top lamp breakage is not a concern because it is made of acrylic. The ‘tube top’ shade of the lamp did fall off once when it was knocked to the floor. The lamp was unharmed and the shade was easily put back into place. The thing I love most about the tube top lamp besides the unique design and bright colors is the dimmer feature that allows the lamp to become a night-light.

The lamp was designed by Peter Stathis for Pablo Designs circa 2006 and is now on it’s way to becoming a design classic. The transparent base is acrylic and topped with a mesh ‘tube top’ shade, it is a well-made lamp and worth the $130 price tag. This lamp will transition nicely with the changes through the tween and teen years then perhaps in the guest room when she is off to college.

Check out this pick from TheFind and more:  http://blog.thefind.com/2009/07/pablo-tube-top-lamp/

That artichoke finial, or as my daughter said, “Artichoke Man”?  Pretty much perfect.  I’d make him little shoes and place him on the dinner table.  See the original post over at TheFind.

I am always on the search for unique lamps, mirrors and side tables. I have been admiring the papier mache “Haitian” drum table and “Sarah” lamp from Serena and Lily and coincidentally found the designer who is Stray Dog Designs based in Chattanooga. This company not only designs unique whimsical home accessories but their products are handcrafted by artisans in Mexico and Haiti who make a sustainable living. The products are also made from recycled materials including glass tin and paper using low VOC paints. The collection consists of lighting, side tables, lamp finials, mirrors and various other accessories. The standout pieces are the Stray Dog Designs lamps which are infused with whimsy and are available in a variety of colors. I have also been on the search for a unique faux bois mirror in white. The Funky Faux Bois mirror pictured here is very sweet and looks even better in white. T0 add a lively touch of color to your lamps the finials are a visual treat as is the entire line. Stray Dog Designs has that whimsical artisan handmade feel and is a nice complement to add charm to your home.

Featured here from top left, clockwise: Sarah Lamp, Funky Faux Bois Mirror, Stump Stool/Accent Table, Aqua Birdie Finial and Green Artichoke Finial.

This new Tord Boontje lamp looks like a butterfly impaled itself on a tulip.  In a good way, of course.

A bookshelf, with a light that turns off when the book you were reading is laid on top.  Genius, just like the mother of your children.

(Maybe if you’re nice, she’ll hook up your side of the bed for Father’s Day.)

West Elm has sales all the time; I try to check out the discounted merch every couple of weeks, and generally avoid the “HUGE SALE” e-mails that arrive in my inbox, because inevitably all the good stuff is already gone.

Here’s what I’m ogling today:

1.  Wood Wedges (honestly, these ledges couldn’t look more adorable in a kid’s room, and for $9.99, you can get them in multiples); 2.  Lutz & Patmos Zigzag Throw (these are yummy soft, and worth stashing in the closet for next year’s holiday gifts); 3.  Uneven Squares Quilt and Shams (simplicity at its best, made even better at 50% off); 4.  Quilted Wingback Headboard (if you sleep in a California King–lucky!–this regal bed is a steal);  5.  Upholstered Bed Frame and Headboard (for the rest of us plebes, this headboard comes in smaller sizes and still ups the nighttime reading comfy factor); 6.  Rope Candleholders (just look at them…do they need commentary?); 7.  Wall-Mount Pendant (I love how these make a grand statement, for $69.99); 8.  Abaca Pendant Lamp (summer, at 82% off); 9.  Square Metal Sofa; 10.  Water Hyacinth Pillows (I dare you to show me a house these wouldn’t look great it); 11.  Beach Club Floral Print Pillow (as a rule, I buy anything that has “beach club” in its name); 12.  Sydney Bar (I’m totally putting this inside my house, but I live in Florida, so hopefully all will be forgiven).

As of this post’s publication, some version of the above items was in stock, although it probably won’t be for long.