look what I got!...

 

 

...I've been meaning to post about this book for the longest time now, but in my usual delinquent way, I just haven't gotten around to it! After all, I've had the book up in my sidebar forever now, saying that my pillowcases are featured in it, and I haven't even written a post about it... So, if you haven't seen the book yet, you'd have every reason to think I'm pulling your leg about the pillowcase feature!

Well, I will come to the proof that my pillowcases are actually in the book, but first let me tell you just a little about  Selina Lake's Homespun Style: it is simply GORGEOUS! If you're at all like me in that you love looking at inspiring spaces filled with charming flea market finds and accessorized with lovingly crafted objects, this book is for you. If you can't get enough of looking at pretty piles of fabric and lovely baskets full of yummy yarn, this book is definitely for you! I had an impossible time trying to select the pages I wanted to share with you because Selina's styling and Debi Treloar's photos make each page a visual treat.

I have to say that this book holds a special place for me because it is all about embracing artists and crafty entrepreneurs who, with the help of the internet, have brought back the importance of that which is "handmade" and "recycled" into our consumer-mad society. Selina's book encourages each one of us to tap into our crafty sides and create ourselves cozy living spaces stamped with our own personal styles. I think Selina should be applauded for conceiving a home decor book from this angle in such a beautiful way and I therefore encourage you to take a look at it at your local library or bookstore if you haven't seen it already... I have a feeling that you'll have a hard time putting it down! Here's a small sampling of the many gorgeous photos you will find in the book:

 

 

 

And as for my pillowcases, here we go...

 

 

Isn't it all so beautifully styled?! And when I look at the book's sources, I have to pinch myself!...

 

 

Happily for us, Selina is a very busy lady as she has a new book coming out in March 2013, Pretty Pastel Style, which I can't wait to get my hands on! This week she revealed the book cover for this new book on her blog and I was tickled pink when I saw her post...

 

 

Thank you, sweet Selina for all the homespun loveliness!...

 

 

 

 

P.S. Wow, I've amazed myself this week -- I've posted twice in 5 days!

 

 

Comments

[Ana]

Gorgeous! This one just got on my Christmas list...

[leanne]

Very beautiful...so inspiring! I've been a lazy blogger lately, but I will bounce back. It snowed overnight here in Muskoka and it smelled wintery out there! My oldest girl is visiting Vancouver for the first time. She's staying with family in Ladner on a floating home. She's loving her time there! Take care Beata...I always love your posts!

[My Rosevalley]

Actually you did have a teeny tiny mentioning about this book before the summer if I remember it right. And I purchased the book in an instant and have NOT put it down since. It is a constant source of happy inspiration for me. And the fact that it is featuring A LOT of Scandinavian Homespun makes it even more fabulous. Swedish as I am, patriotic, proud... Swedes are great at many things even though it is a small country. And your pillows are looking fantastic as usual. Have to check out Selina's post about that new book now. Thanks for sharing. And yes, WOW - posting twice in 5 days. Pat yourself on your back. You are back in blog land.And oh, sweet Beata. Thank you for your message. I will reply soon in person. We can pretend we are neighbors in cyber world at least. :D I'll pop over for tea sometime.

[maggie]

It's a long time since I visited your blog, so happy to drop in again. I think Selina's book is one of my favourites. I bought it when it came out in the UK and love to dip into it. Your photos have made me decide how to spend my cold, autumnal afternoon... a cup of tea, piece of cake and a snuggly throw to wrap over myself.

[Janet Bocciardi]

Wow! Very cool and pretty! Going to have to ck this one out. : )

[Heather]

It is such a great book full of pretties and inspiration! ;) xo Heather

[Emily]

Congratulations! I just got that book and it is beautiful and so inspiring. Your pillowcases are beautiful!

[Lizzie]

I was very lucky to have been given this book recently when I moved house by a dear friend,its a great book & I often refer to it for inspiration when I want to decorate another room.Well worth getting a copy.

[found and sewn]

I love your pillowcases! I have this book and it's so inspiring.

[Karla Marie]

Oh well done you! How exciting! You must be thrilled. I'm really happy for you. Enjoy the feeling! Karla xxx

[TessaJo Vowels]

I love the "chair cover"!!!!!

[erica K]

I too am absolutely in love with this book! I cannot imagine how wonderful it feels to have your home/creations included in a book like this!