Moments of Beauty

A beautiful still life by Sydney-based photographer John Paul Urizar — love how the orange blossoms contrast against the soft grey and silvery tones.

Swedish Beauty

When I first saw the stunning home of Marie Olsson Nylander and her husband Bill, I was overwhelmed with just how lovely it all is — it's such a mix of pieces from all kinds of different countries and eras, and yet it comes together in a beautiful and harmonious whole. So inspiring. You can read a great indepth article (in Swedish) and see more gorgeous photos here, too. Via mixr.se.


(photography by Sara Svenningrud)

Sponsor Spotlight: Valentine Edition

Linda of the wonderful vintage etsy shop Odd and Old has a valentine just for automatism readers — 10% off on purchases until February 14 2011! It's a perfect opportunity to pick up some vintage French loveliness — Linda is an English antiques dealer based in France — just enter the coupon code AUTOMATISM at checkout to enjoy a little sweetness.





White Moth Jewelry has a special treat for you this Valentine's Day — a chance to win this gorgeous Vintage Key Necklace on a 30" Brass Chain from their new Vintage Utility Collection (a value of $85.00)! Enter here before January 31 2011 — and you might just be wearing something new for your special night out!





If you're looking for something special for your Valentine's Day ensemble, hurry over to the lovely shop of Ayse Kozaci, where you'll find a great selection of the prettiest heart-themed jewelry — a perfect way to celebrate a day dedicated to love! Shown here are Ayse's Deep Heart Earrings, made of fine silver with sterling silver wire — a look that's both romantic and modern.





Wondering what to give the guy who has everything? How about art — such as this beautiful limited edition giclee print by Kareem Rizk, called Lincoln No4. Find more loveliness at his shop here — and see more of Kareem's work at the Busacca Gallery in San Francisco, the Cutters group show in Cork Ireland, and in the new book Cutting Edges!





Liza of the lovely Small Equals shop writes: "Even though the New York company Cardboardesign is now out of business, I still have four of their amazing heart shaped wish boxes for a special Valentine's treat. Each box comes with a linen pouch filled with colored paper, to write a wish, roll it up and fill the box. How perfect to give as a present to a loved one. You could even fill it with your wishes before you give the gift." Check out Small Equals for other unique and wonderful gift ideas, too!