Work and Play!

This morning we worked a little bit more on our patio in Tallahassee. We were hoping that Mr. Maverick would put his muscles to use, but he was still waking up.

Then we were able to take a little coffee break with our new Provvista mugs that just came in yesterday!

Provvista was designed by artisans in the Tuscany and Umbria region of Italy and is intended to passed on and enjoyed for generations.

And these are the $2.99 cocktail napkins from World Market that I mentioned yesterday:

so that quilt on Urban Grace...

... that little yellow one that Erika mentioned that she purchased, is right here at LAVISH! It is the cross stitch by Little Auggie and comes in a twin quilt ($295), standard sham ($78) and crib/toddler bedding (bumper) and blanket. The color is called "Fern" and here is a picture of the rest of the colors that is available:

Source: littleauggie.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Also, the image of the bed below it is decked-out in John Robshaw. The cross-stitch quilt in lavender so very similar to the Little Auggie and super-duper soft. A great coverlet for summer and layering blanket for winter.

Mention this blog post and receive 20% discount on Little Auggie and John Robshaw bedding!

P.S. The Provvista dinner plates that I ordered wayyy back in December is arriving today so expect more details on that shortly!!

P.P.S. Found some cute/ethnic cocktail and dinner napkins (paper) at World Market last night for only $2.99. I stocked up. You should too!

H,S,C,B, and Mers

We have $12 fingertip towels for you! Our previous fingertip towel has made it's way to the cleaning towel basket where it will have another life wiping countertops and cleaning windows!

Something for your FATHER!!

Father's Day is right around the corner and we have GREAT gifts for those even GREATER Dad's! Huge man soaps, All Over Wash, pewter goblets, Pendleton blankets, and more!!!

oh, that's right!

This is another reason that I haven't been blogging lately. Our house isn't exactly live-able at the moment (never really was which is why we are renovating), so my routine is a little off! Only three more weeks to go!

Perfect Monogramming

So sorry I haven't posted lately, I am still getting used to my new computer and most of the pictures I upload are teeny tiny. Trust me, I have a ton more of my favorite monograms... this is just a small sampling! I've just gotten in Matouk Fingertip Towels in clean, crisp, white with initials (B, C, W, H, M). At only $12 they are a steal!!

Happy Weekend!

Little Auggie

Lavish welcomes Little Auggie's hand stitched baby and toddler bedding collection!

Source: littleauggie.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: designspongeonline.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: designspongeonline.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: designspongeonline.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: designspongeonline.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: littleauggie.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Source: designspongeonline.com via Nancy on Pinterest

If you have been in the store recently you've probably noticed that we have sold our crib and have not replaced it yet. Therefore, don't mind our mess and use your imagination!!!

Kentucky Derby

Do you have any Derby Party plans for this Saturday? We are going to the annual Landmark's Kentucky Derby Party at Pebble Hill Plantation. It is always a treat and this year there will be an amazing band, Wiser Than Fools, playing 80's cover songs... from what I've heard! If you don't have plans yet, buy your ticket and come bet with us!!

Source: southernaccents.com via Nancy on Pinterest

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I plan to make these yummmy Derby bars later in the week...

Source: thekitchn.com via Nancy on Pinterest

So if I can't zip up my derby dress, you know why!

I just realized... Cinco de Mayo Thursday, Derby on Saturday, and Mother's Day Sunday! Wow. Call me if you need a gift wrapped up for your Mama. 229.227.0079

Hip! Hip!

What are your Easter plans? I am headed camping as soon as we can close up Lavish, then headed to Wakulla Springs with friends for the night. Thought I would leave you with these Eastery colors, my favorite colors of all! I really doubt you'll be surfing the net with this prime weather, but just in case, check out our brand new website, www.lavishthomasville.com. There are great shipping incentives, and use coupon code "LOVELAVISH" for an additional 10% savings. Have a wonderful Easter!

A good question...

"What is the shelf life of a nice (Creed) cologne?"

I had a customer as me this morning and here is the answer:

The shelf life of most perfume, from production date, and if stored properly, is a maximum of 3 to 5 years.
Perfumes with higher content of essential oils have a longer shelf life. Essential oils contain no fatty acids, and are not susceptible to rancidity like vegetable oils.
Perfumes made with quality ingredients will last longer.

It is interesting that nicer colognes, although they have less preservatives and alcohol added, actually have a longer shelf life. I've also read that your cologne does not necessarily go "bad", but the notes will change a little. You may actually like it better as it ages!

Bedding Kick- off!

I have a deal for all you blog followers...

I am offering 20% off John Robshaw and Matouk bedding. Everything in the store and special orders. Sheets, shams, throws, towels, monogramming.... EVERYTHING! Deal starts today and goes through the end of April. This includes free shipping, just incase you can't make it in the store!

Sneak Peek!

So this is what has been going on in Lavish. There's been no Spring Break here! I love how the Matouk and John Robshaw are looking together.

Better go, I have a major pile up in the crib to deal with!

Baby Deer

This video is of my older brother, George, feeding a baby deer at my grandmother's house about 25 years ago. My grandmother always has baby animals, especially little bunnies, at her home right around Easter. Another reason I love this time of year. George, you were the cutest!

David Cafiero

Do you recognize this entry? Probably not, but that's okay. It is from an old Domino magazine and saved in my files (professional for "folder")! It was designed and decorated by David Cafiero, who also designed my dream bedroom found here. Well, I also stumbled across this photo below, which just so happens to be in my Matouk wholesale catalog in the bathroom section.

I just love his style: clean, serene, with pops of color. And I see we also share a love for Yorkie's! I LOVE ME SOME YORKIE!!