Elizabeth Barrett Browning, How do I Love Thee…

The Honey Trees:To Be With You

Sonnets from the Portuguese 43: How Do I Love Thee? How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight For the ends of Being and ideal Grace. I love thee to the level of everyday’s Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light. I love thee freely, as men strive for Right; I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise. I love thee with a passion put to use In my old griefs, and with my childhood’s faith. I love thee with a love I seemed to lose With my lost saints, — I love thee with the breath, Smiles, tears, of all my life! — and, if God choose, I shall but love thee better after death. ~Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861)

Austin Trenholm of Trenholm Photo: Elizabeth and Gregory’s outdoor wedding at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida.

A & R Photographic/stylist-Marianne Cotterill

Tamara Kaya-Honey/House of Honey. Nursery designed  for the Hamptons Designer show-house

Elizabeth Barrett Browning by Michele Naquaiya-Naquaiya’s Gallery, Etsy

“Earth is crammed with heaven…” ~Elizabeth Barrett Browning

via-25.media.tumblr.com

Pink Leica: Paul Cuthbert, owns this Leica with paradise pink snake skin detail from 1956 – the only camera of its kind in the world. via-Miss Moss

”Whoso loves

Believes the impossible.”

~Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861), British poet. 

Nashelle, Bristol ‘Signature’ Necklace

Better Homes and Gardens, Bedroom Storage Solutions.

French designer Delphine Manivet,via-  79 Ideas

“Helen Amy Murray is a designer based in the UK who produces bespoke upholstery textiles for the luxury market. Her designs are individually carved into a variety of surfaces, such as wool felt, silk and high-tech non-woven materials, but especially leather.” feature via-Tractorgirl

The amazing…Connie Cupcake!!!

A & R Photographic/stylist-Marianne Cotterill

”A woman’s always younger than a man
At equal years.”

Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861), British poet. Aurora Leigh, bk. 2 (1857). An explanation follows: … because she is disallowed Maturing by the outdoor sun and air, And kept in long-clothes past the age to walk.

Headpiece, Teeki by Amy Oram-Etsy

The Vow via-Welcome to Wonderland

Photography: Tammy Horton Photography via-Style Me Pretty 

Colourful & Contemporary Library via Canadian House and Home

Sonnets From the Portuguese. Publisher: The Riccardi Press, 1915 via Peter Harrington

Our friend, Tess Michelsen, masterfully paints and creates and saves beautiful furniture from it’s less-beautiful days. Beach House- “casual furnishings for the simple life”. She is a lovely, creative soul and we adore her. If you are ever in Bend, Oregon send us a shout and we will hook you up!

A Secret Garden Inspiration Shoot. via-The Sweetest Occasion

via-Her Roaring Twenties

”First time he kissed me, he but only kiss’d
The fingers of this hand wherewith I write;”

~Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Gorgeous styling from Lo Bjurulf via-100 Layer Cake

by Paolo Roversi via-Dust Jacket

photo via-Kristen of Feather & Nest

Vogue UK, 1997 vivianne westwood Paolo Roversi via-Dust Jacket

””Yes,” I answered you last night,
“No,” this morning, Sir, I say.
Colours seen by candle-light,
Will not look the same by day.”

~Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861), British poet. The Lady’s “Yes,” st. 1, Poems (1844).

via-Pinterest, Anthropologie/Alfresco Entertaining

via-Total Immortal

A&R Photographic/ stylist Sasha Barrie

A&R Photographic/stylist Marianne Cotterill

A vignette by Jesse and Nicole of Confetti Garden, blog and Etsy shop

Vera Wang

There’s a little fair brown nightingale, who, sitting in the gateways
Makes fitter music to our ears than any song of thine!”

Poem lyrics of The Poet and the Bird by~Elizabeth Barrett Browning

photo via-Jamie of Feather & Nest

via-Design My Heart Out

via-The Glitter Guide

Abigail Ahern’s outdoor room via-Designer Living

via-100 Layer Cake

via-Pink Flower Love

via-Picship

I Like Birds

Tap your foot to this song while you enjoy a little bird love from Feather & Nest. We named our business metaphorically… today we’re taking it literally. We’re putting a little bird love into your day, starting with a song from The Big Year; a fun film starring Owen Wilson, Jack Black and Steve Martin.

Just a little sip

Become so wrapped up in something that you forget to be afraid.

-Lady Bird Johnson

The wonderful Tom Scheerer
Paris Townhouse

Scarlet-chested Sunbird
Photo by Mike Wile

Bird Chic
Miles Redd, LLC

Magic Forest Ring
Lladro

Thrush, Solitaire and Jay – Vintage Bird Plate – 1967
shavingkitsuppplies, etsy

Faux Feather Skirt
via High School Rules

Porcelain Bird Vignette
Photo by Jamie, Feather & Nest

Birds in Design
Tom Scheerer
Southwest Harbor, Maine

Unbleached Natural Linen Tea Towel
knife in the water, Etsy

Lonny

Hand sewn soft sculpture – Od the Owl. Eco friendly.
sofiasobeide, Etsy

A little Pinterest from Nicole Hill
Click to see her delightful blog, Confetti Garden
(guaranteed smiles)

Silver Bird Necklace with Silver Leaf Branch Necklace
Devin Michaels, Etsy

Pinterest
via Sheryl Bryant, Tuuli Designs

Free People feather skirt
via Aquarelle

Flowers Art Print Birds 1 – Print by Karen Fields 13 x 19
Karen Fields Gallery, Etsy

The robins were guarding their nests, chirping and making a bunch of noise the other morning. Kristen was surprised to see this visitor when she looked out the window, and she grabbed a shot with her Iphone.
Western Screech Owl
Feather & Nest

via LOL Daily Fun

Photo by Jamie
Feather & Nest

GAP Interiors

We Are the World (8×10 baby birds on wire print)
enrouge, Etsy

via a love of the past

via Belle Joie

a collaboration of Jimmie Martin with jeweler Hannah Martin
via Elle Decor

Vitra Eames House Bird by Charles and Ray Eames
via All Modern

NEST Chair
by Nina Bruun

Von der Decken’s Hornbill
Photo by Mike Wile

Saarinen Table… and owl.
via Apartment Therapy

Wedding cake topper…Love birds
SkyeArt , Etsy

Who Who – owl RECTANGLE MAGNET
MincingMockingbird, Etsy

Stand by Me

Head over hills for this band! We think you will be hooked with just one listen….

music by, The Ultimate Bearhug: Stand by Me (as written by Ben E. King)

When life moves one of us to an island, what do we do? After crying in our soup we make lemonade and perhaps there’s a few additives included…of the “fermented sort”. We also blog….yep, we’ve become blog-hers. We miss styling interiors together and working on remodels, (we just plain miss each other) so this felt like a natural way to stay connected and be creative…and here we are several months later…still finding our place in the ‘Lifestyle’ blog-world. We want to thank you for standing by us. We love bringing you music, ideas, poetry, quotes, photos….some unique and some reblogged, all to tell a story and hopefully weave a bit of whimsy and creative respite into your beautifully, busy worlds.

Friends stand by you. photographed by Jamie (Feather & Nest) E and the awesome Buick kids.

Whenever you’re in trouble won’t you stand by me?

Marni collection at H&M via-Your Engagement 101-The Daily 101 Blog

ELLE DECORATION UK, Petra Bindel photographer

A&R Photographic, Marian Cotterill, interiors

Agent Bauer, Stylist-Lo Bjurulf

Urban Outfitters, Agent Bauer-photographer, Petra Bindel

“No slippahs, Mahalo.” photograph by Jamie (Feather & Nest)

via-Interior Design Directory

When we lose one blessing, another is often, most unexpectedly, given in its place. ~C.S. Lewis

via-Mexican Fireworks

via-Interior Design Directory

jewelry by Nashelle

Our friendship flourished here…in this very room. photograph by Kristen (Feather & Nest)

A friendship can weather most things and thrive in thin soil; but it needs a little mulch of letters and phone calls and small, silly presents every so often – just to save it from drying out completely.~Pam Brown

jewelry in teacups…marvelous idea via-Genuine Joy

When the night has come
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we’ll see
No I won’t be afraid, no I won’t be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me

~Lyrics by Ben E. King

Aloha…Good Friends, talking story:)

Tangerine Felt mouse in matchbox via-Atelier Pompadour, shop Etsy

A&R Photographic, Marian Cotterill, interiors

Living Etc., A&R Photographic, Marian Cotterill, Interiors

Lazy Days, via-Blua

If the sky that we look upon
Should tumble and fall
And the mountains should crumble to the sea
I won’t cry, I won’t cry, no I won’t shed a tear
Just as long as you stand, stand by me

~lyrics by Ben E. King

Pinterest (*we did our best to trace this back to it’s origin and were unable. If you know the photographer or it’s origin please let us know so we can give credit. Thank you.)

Agent Bauer, Stylist- Lo Bjurulf

via-The Daily Dream

Agent Bauer, photographer-TOBIAS LUNDKVIST

Adorable Little Pink Vintage Cup White Blue Flowers Rhinestone Crystals Gold Menda Co. Vintage Plastic Peach Shabby Cottage Chic Boudoir–Mothra Sue & Co., shop Etsy

This beautiful space belongs to fashion stylist, Katharine Horsman. Photographed by the amazing Janis Nicolay of Pinecone Camp.

“Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art… It has no survival value; rather is one of those things that give value to survival.” 
- C. S. Lewis

via-French Blue

To Have and To Hold, shop Stacey Winters, Etsy

via-Nuevo Estilo

beautiful…most of which is Nashelle jewelry…<3 Photographed by Kristen (Feather & Nest)

Vintage 50s GREEN Gold Ring Set of Six Glasses and Pitcher with Stir Stick, Shop Blue Butterfly Vintage, Etsy

via-Nuevo-Estilo

*Thank you, our dear and abundantly creative friend, Sheryl….for bringing to our attention the fabulous music of The Ultimate Bearhug! xo

I Love This House

Indulge in a little music and inspiration with us today. Click here to hear Amanda Seyfried while you browse.

Eames® Molded Plastic Rocker
Living Etc.
via triangle honeymoon

Charles Eames:  “The uncommon beauty of common things”

Grass Teepee
via Pinterest, lori gami

Portland Interior Design Portfolio by Garrison Hullinger Interior Design

One Man’s Trash Is…
1970′s embroidered top

Pinterest
Sheryl Bryant via Kierste Wade {Brown Paper Packages}

“Cuckoo Clock”, an original water color painting
Zeffs, Etsy

via Boho Market

1960s psychedelic velvet mini dress
Another Man’s Trash Is…

Dahlia and sunflower dancing together in bouquet.
Original painting in pigment and acrylic.
ArtByJeaniecom , Etsy

TGIS
(thank goodness it’s summer)
photo: Kristen
Feather & Nest

via Inspire Bohemia

Atlantic-Pacific
via O. Alouette

Fort Greene Brooklyn home of fashion designer Gretchen Jones
via Home Design Find

Plum and Pedro Ximénez Crumble
via Spicy Ice Cream

via Spicer and Bank

Kristen and Kirk celebrated their 20th last week.

He got her the Christian Dior “oui” ring…
because she still says yes.

Christian Dior “oui” ring
Photo: Kristen
Feather & Nest

Where does the time go?
Kristen, 20 years ago.
Photo by David Swift
Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Commissioned by Count Guido Henckel von Donnersmarck
for his second wife Katharina Wassilevna de Slepzoff
via Collecting Fine Jewels

“The tones of gray, pale turquoise and pink will prevail.” -Christian Dior

Vintage Wedding Dress Inspiration from Dior
via Dress Safari

 

Lonny
via paper n stitch

Tord Boontje pendant light
Photo: Kristen
Feather & Nest

Tord Boontje light in Swedish apartment
via Vision

Sheryl Bryant via Christina Anderson
Pinterest

Extreme Tiny Elephant – Micro Crochet Miniature Animals
Suami, Etsy

via The Wicker House

Glass Jar Photography
via The Bride’s Cafe

Kate Spade skirt
via Atlantic Pacific

Can your heart weather a love like, Wuthering Heights?

“If he loved you with all the power of his soul for a whole lifetime, he couldn’t love you as much as I do in a single day.” 
~Heathcliff in Emily Bronte’s novel, Wuthering Heights

The Finches~Daniel’s Song

wedding shoot by Signe Vilstrup for Vanity Fair via-Onewed

via-Cocoprogetto

wedding shoot by Signe Vilstrup for Vanity Fair via-Onewed

“He’s more myself than I am. Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” ~Emily Bronte

via-Pastels and Whites

via-Chanel 2012-13 couture

via-The Vintaquarian

Jil Sander show florist Mark Colle, as chosen by Daisy Woodward Courtesy of Mark Colle via-AnOther

Givenchy S/S12 Women’s Pointed Patent Leather Sandals via-AnOther

Chaunté Vaughn, photographer and stylist, model-Kayla via-The House That Lars Built

via-Layla Grayce

Vintage HOLLYWOOD REGENCY CHINOISERIE Aged Bronze Patina Ginger Jar Lamps, shop Etsy-Fabulous Mess

“I Will Wait for You There,” shot by Damon Heath and styled by Leith Clark.
Leith Clark editor and stylist for Lula Magazine via-Free People

“I love the ground under his feet, and the air over his head, and everything he touches and every word he says. I love all his looks, and all his actions and him entirely and all together.”  ~ Catherine in Emily Bronte’s novel, Wuthering Heights

via-Hydrangea Girl

pinned by Stephanie O’Brien via Pinterest via Delight by Design

Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s new home. via A Detailed House, Profiled by Veranda Magazine

via-stylelikeu, Miao Ran

Customized silhouette rubber stamp, shop Etsy-House That Lars Built

“Be with me always – take any form – drive me mad! only do not leave me in this abyss, where I cannot find you! Oh, God! it is unutterable! I can not live without my life! I can not live without my soul!” ~Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights, by: Emily Bronte

via-The House That Lars Built

vintage embroidered bag-Etsy, Shop Gypsy River

Boudoir Lock Necklace – Letter necklace – Romantic Gypsy Lock, shop Etsy-Palomaria

via-Connie Cupcake

via-Mix Vintage

via-Parfait Doll

Ceramic plate Large bird plate Seafoam turquoise ceramic pottery bowl Lace texture Modern Retro Decorative Functional Serving Dinnerware, shop Etsy-Prince Design UK

“I have to remind myself to breathe — almost to remind my heart to beat!”  Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

Hand Painted Love Boxes Custom Wedding Fairy Bride Groom Cake Topper Peg Dolls Wood, shop Etsy-Hand Painted Love Boxes

Gwyneth Paltrow’s new home, via-A Detailed House

Etsy shop, Wildchairy via-House of Anais

Oversized paper flower for bouquet, centerpiece, shop Etsy-House That Lars Built

Eva’s Eclectic and Elegant Pad via-Apartment Therapy

“If you ever looked at me once with what I know is in you, I would be your slave.” ~Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

Handpainted oversized paper flower, shop Etsy-House That Lars Built

Greenbow Lace Gown via-Bridal Musings

“It was not the thorn bending to the honeysuckles, but the honeysuckles embracing the thorn.” ~Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

via-Interior Holic

photograph-Jamie, Feather & Nest

“You know that I could as soon forget you as my existence!” ~Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

Vincent Van Gogh and your Brightest Hour

Brightest Hour by the Submarines: a pretty lovely tune.

I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day. ~ Vincent Van Gogh

A magical evening at Salt Pond, Kauai photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

Poetry surrounds us everywhere, but putting it on paper is, alas, not so easy as looking at it. ~ Vincent Van Gogh

Turquoise and brass….Flickr group, Thrift Store Decor via-apartment therapy

a little turquoise and brass perfection…Salt and Ginger, shop Etsy

Love the turquoise pots and the wine striped chairs…perfect combo
via-My Home Ideas

The thing has already taken form in my mind before I start it. The first attempts are absolutely unbearable. I say this because I want you to know that if you see something worthwhile in what I am doing, it is not by accident but because of real direction and purpose. ~Vincent Van Gogh

via-Atelier Rue Verte le blog

MIGHTY GREEN SALAD: Freshly Harvested Kale, Shredded Green Papaya, Crushed Macadamia Nuts, and Herb Vinaigrette Dressing. The Garden Cafe at Common Ground, Kauai. *(this amazing salad was introduced to Feather & Nest by our very funny and famous blogger-friend, Kasey Buick of Kasey Buick/One Girl Talks

wrapping up some warm Aloha. Photograph by Jamie-Feather & Nest

The more I think it over, the more I feel that there is nothing more truly artistic than to love people. ~Vincent Van Gogh

Glamour Magazine-UK

Flower Painting Pink Geranium small Original fine art Oil still life on wood panel by HOomen, shop Etsy

Hand appliquéd and designed tea towels and pillows by Sheryl Bryant of Tuuli Design. (inquiries: please contact Feather & Nest)

Feather & Nest found this especially perfect….maybe our motto…discovered on our friend, Nicole Hill’s Facebook page….because stealing from her creative genius is like giving the world a present:)

High arched iron beds, simple linens and fresh flowers….charming. via-cococozy

via-Neiman Marcus tumbler

Love always brings difficulties, that is true, but the good side of it is that it gives energy. ~Vincent Van Gogh

via-Little Blue Deer

via-Martha Stewart

via-ow.ly

a vignette by our lovely friend and amazing blogger, Nicole Hill of Confetti Garden

a day at the beach does the soul, well. photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest (Happy Birthday, Sara!xo)

Jewelry by Nashelle

Eye of the Day-Sconce, Anthropologie

via-Designs that inspire to create your perfect home.

I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream. ~Vincent Van Gogh

via-Pink Flower Love

Photographed by Stevie Thompson

Have Suitcase, Will Travel by the lovely, Janis Nicolay of Pinecone Camp, shop Etsy

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

via-Amber Interiors

via-Welcome to Paradise

via-Pink Wallpaper

When I have a terrible need of — shall I say the word — religion. Then I go out and paint the stars. ~Vincent Van Gogh

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

via-Crush Cul de Sac

A Dutch Door, is really pretty perfect via-Crush Cul de Sac

via-Patterson Maker

Aerin Lauder photographed by Claiborne Swanson Frank for American Beauty, published by Assouline. via-Neiman Marcus, tumbler

via-Atelier Rue Verte le blog

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

“…it is better to be high-spirited, even though one makes more mistakes, than to be narrow-minded and all too prudent. It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love, is well done.” ~Vincent Van Gogh

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

via-The Tides

I love you, Trulli.

Alberobello, Italy
via design combo

In Pugli, Italy, lies the small town of Alberobello. Its enchanting structures, the trulli, represent a remarkable glimpse into prehistoric architecture. Tradition has it that the structures were designed to be dismantled rapidly; a technique to avoid the tax man. With no mortar, the homes could be reconstructed as easily as they could be taken down, allowing the settlers ease in residency. The charming village remains today, beckoning all who want to be transported to a magical destination.

It’s hard to believe such a place exists. Magical Alberobello!
via le vie dell ‘artigiano

Trulli is the plural of Trullo.

via Nicla Roberto, Pinterest
Fresh laundry outside a Trullo

The white ash symbols on the Trulli roofs are Mythological or religious.
via vitalesbellavista

Alberobello
via becky&ralpho, flickr

Alberobello
via Kathy Baker, Pinterest
smartertravel.com

Trullo Ornament
POAST art and design, Etsy

Alberobello
via Jade Ouk, Pinterest
sciatic.tumblr.com

Alberobello
Photo: Adriano Bacchella
via mandarine d’Italie

via Pinterest: MiSiedo
misiedo.com

Bring back a miniature Trullo.
Photo: Kristen
Feather & Nest

Trulli
via chillout spots

Interior of a Trullo
via Fresh Interior

Some of the trulli have been modernized and serve as holiday homes.

Some of the trulli have been modernized and serve as holiday homes.
Kitchen
via 79 ideas

via passion decor

Family Room
via 79 ideas

Between Bari and Brindisi, on the Adriatic side of the boot
Map by Long Travel: SPECIALISTS IN SOUTHERN ITALY, SICILY AND SARDINIA

The Countryside of Puglia, nearing Alberobello
via Il Terrazzo Italiano

via Sheila Hunt, Pinterest
mymelange.net

Trullo
via Lonely Planet Italia
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