An Update & Some Pretties

It's Friday already and I just haven't had a chance to put together a top 5 for today. We're actually en route to Vancouver Island today for a week-long vacation. Well, it's a vacation for me and the kids, but my hubby is going to be hiking the west coast trail (I would not consider that a vacation, although it is an adventure)!

Since I'll be down at the beach either soaking in the sun, collecting sea shells, or flying a kite, I've asked a few friends to fill in for me while I'm away. There are four fabulous bloggers ready with guest posts for next week. These are all ladies I consider to be oh so stylish, and they're going to be sharing what they've Lately Been Lovin'. I've had the chance to see what they've put together, and it's mighty fine. You'll definitely want to stop by for a visit.

And a few random pretties to close out the week...

Have a good weekend and be sure to stop by next week to catch the Lately Been Lovin' posts!

-Sarah

image sources: via pinterest; via This is Glamorous; via Made by Girl; via pinterest (next 3 images); via Elle Decor

Spotting Quatrefoil

I was recently struck by the frequency in which the quartrefoil symbol is showing up. Perhaps I'm behind the times to have only noticed it now, but nonetheless, it's a charming symbol, and I thought I would do a little round up for you today.

If you're not sure what I mean by "quatrefoil", not to worry. I had to do some reading up on it myself. According to Wikipedia, "The word quatrefoil etymologically means "four leaves", and applies to general four-lobed shapes in various contexts."

The symbol was very popular during the Gothic and Renaissance eras. It was (and still is to some extent) commonly used on many churches and cathedrals.

The symbol can come in these three basic variations:

image via Wikipedia



The symbol in the interior design world...

Suzanne Kasler

Asilah Bed from Ironies; Room Design by Thom Filicia

 
Textiles & Furnishings

I quite like the look of this simple but elegant symbol; I especially like the symbol combined with a square (the mirror and side table above). What about you?

Happy September 1st! Fall is a favourite season of mine, although it's always rather sad to see the summer months go.

-Sarah

Sources: Quartrefoil Pewter Fabric via Tonic Living; Emilio Lemon Drop Pillow via Tonic Living; Dhurrie Rug via Shades of Light; Cabinet via House Beautiful; Collier Dining Table by Suzanne Kasler; White Bowl (Source Unknown); Hickory Chair by Suzanne Kasler; Tini Table from Oomph; Pendant Light by Regina Andrew; Anna Lantern by Julian Chichester; Sconce by Suzanne Kasler; Quatrefoil Mirror at Lowe's; Floor Lamp by Suzanne Kasler