5 Happy Inspirations: Urban Styling

Some of you might know by now that I am currently attending Justina Blakeney's fabulous interior styling e-course. As of tomorrow I will start sharing some 'before & after' pics of my home to give you an idea of what has been keeping me entertained over the past few days. Since interior styling is currently 'all over my place' I thought about curating a little visual list of beautiful finds for a happy urban home. You will notice that today's selection is rather muted when speaking of colour, rather clean, serene and in my eyes - pretty urban. 

What do you think of this palette and selection? Any favorites?

Photography: 1 via Floor Number Four; 2 via Mädchenwahn; 3 via Ferm Living; 4 via Occa Home; 5 via Supergrau.

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Happily Ever After: Pleased To Meet

Now I am pleased to introduce you to 'Pleased To Meet'. And I hope you'll be please to meet them. Literally. 'Pleased To Meet' is a Berlin based paper goods design studio run by a creative German couple that met in New York many years ago. Since 2004 they spread happiness with their cute postcards, notebooks, posters, stationery, wrapping paper with whimsical designs and playful motives. 

I got myself a notebook - as you can imagine, I opted for the Paris motive since my heart's bound to Paris (in more than one way). Even though I catch myself collecting notebooks that weirdly enough remain unused, I can't help but give in when I spot a beautifully designed new one. After all, I love to merely look at them. And sometimes I decide to offer them as presents to good friends. 

Are you a fan of happy stationery? If so, make sure you check the website of 'Pleased To Meet' and like them on Facebook. Happy Friday!

Photography by Igor Josifovic and via Pleased To Meet

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Happily Ever After: Studio Meez

In today's 'Happily Ever After' post I'd like to present you a super cute Etsy shop with a small but fine selection of home goodies. I really love handmade, unique products because they are the best way to add something to your home that is not available in stores around the world. And Studio Meez is certainly a good source if you like something playful for your happy home.

I instantly fell in love with the soft apple cushions in grey, pale green and soft pink. They would be a great accessory for a nursery as well as for a grown-up scheme in grey on a bed or sofa. Well, plus it is supposed to be healthy. You know, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Even an apple cushion. 

You can find all goodies on sale in the Etsy shop HERE and more inspiration on their blog HERE.

Happy Friday my friends!

Photography via Studio Meez

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5 Happy Inspirations: Human Empire Shop

My Wednesday happy picks tend to come from various sources. But lately I am absolutely smitten by cute online shops which sell a variety of goodies for happy homes. So today again I've decided to select '5 Happy Inspirations' from one online store called Human Empire Shop. The shop is located in Hamburg, Germany, and is shipping worldwide. The great fact is that Human Empire Shop constantly adds new goods to its range and has an exclusive design range with funky paper goods, posters, T-shirts, bags. Well, here are my five happy picks for this Wednesday. Happy hump day, friends!

1. Meyer Lavigne plant pot 'Henrietta', 2. Cardboard pencil holder, 3. Lissabon poster, 4. Triangle post card, 5. Jansen & Co. mugs

Photography via Human Empire Shop

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Three Gift Wrapping Ideas

Yesterday I was blogging about Christmas gift ideas, today it's time to think of creative ways to wrap your holiday pressies. When I am looking for buzzing creativity and fabulous graphic design, I like to stop over at one of my favorite German blogs, Funkytime. Well, and I've found some amazingly cool Christmas gift wrapping ideas for you!

I love the quirky black and white Christmas tree and snowflakes wrapping paper with the surprising colour pops and the different ways of wrapping your happy presents. How about simple rectangular packages or you go for the fun cone-shaped pressie? Spice up your gift wrapping by adding colourful stickers or washi tape to highlight the details or tie your super cute cracker style presents with neon hued twine. My this year's wrapping preference is: black and white wrapping paper with colourful details and varying shapes! And the best: you can get the designs as shown above as free downloads here.

Which one is your favorite?

Happy gift wrapping!

Photography via Funkytime

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Oh la la...Oelwein Shop!

Oh la la...I am feeling this certain 'je ne sais quoi' but hold on - I think it's all because I am on the way to Paris today! Yes, four days in my favorite city to scout new places, discover inspiring spaces and share everything with you. For the time being, I would like to introduce you to a very cute French online shop, Oelwein. 

Oelwein is packed with cute little details for a happy home. Whether you like a tote, stationery, teatowels or cheerful trays - everything comes in happy colours, witty motives and gleeful patterns. My personal favorite? The 'happy birthday' card. Have you spotted a favorite? Au revoir, mes amis!

Photography via Oelwein

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Giveaway: Greeting Cards From Wonderland

Hello my dear readers! I am happy to announce a new giveaway sponsored by Le Canot Rouge. This time we are giving away two 60$ worth sets of 15 greeting cards with adorable animal motives from Wonderland. The bike riding moose, the pie eating bear or the observing owl - these greeting cards are prints of hand drawings by Laura Morrish and currently on offer on Fab. Moreover, these greeting cards not only spread happiness but give back, too. Le Canot Rouge donates 10 % of gross sales to animal welfare causes. Happiness for you and for the animals!

This giveaway is open worldwide and all you have to do is visit the website of Le Canot Rouge and tell me in the comments below which animal character wins your heart. The giveaway closes on Sunday, June 3rd at midnight CET and the two winners will be drawn randomly. Join in the fun!

Photography via Le Canot Rouge

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Ideas For A Happy Weekend

Hello friends! Easter holidays have kicked in in Germany so I just wanted to wish you all happy holidays & a happy weekend! I will spend this weekend with a dear friend from Paris, we will catch up, talk about life, love, work, art and enjoy a quite and relaxed weekend in Munich. In order to be a good host, I will take a mini break and see you back on Tuesday! Oh and don't forget, live a colourful life! 

Photography: Circus lights via Lola & Clive; print via Oh So Beautiful Paper

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Happily Ever After: Christmas Cards

'Tis the season to be jolly...isn't it? I am in a happy pre-Xmas frenzy, my friends. I did a good deal of gift shopping, I've decorated my shoe box aka apartment, I booked my ticket to Paris, had (more than one) mulled wine and ginger bread. Check, check, check. Next thingy on the list? Writing Christmas cards. I was looking around all evening to find some inspiration and I got hooked on Rifle Paper Co. They have such a beautiful assortment of stationery and I couldn't resist but share some of my favorite Christmas cards motives from their refined selection. Which one of these would you pick? I can't decide...

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