Lurrrving CB2's Go-Cart Desk

I'm always redecorating in my head, even if it doesn't translate into my actual living space (there's actually duct tape patching our leather couch). Being that I spend a good part of my day in my home office, I want to be a clean, zenful, inspiring place. Right now it's a feng shui nightmare, but that doesn't keep me from coveting the Go-Cart Desk from CB2.

I like its minimal, industrial design and the size is perfect for my small workspace. Plus, less surface area means less potential for clutter, at least in theory. It originally caught my eye this summer when I first bookmarked it because it came in this eye-popping kiwi color. Doesn't look like the green is still available but I'm hoping that by the time I actually get around to buying a new desk that there will be some color options. If not, I can always add a splash of color with their coordinating trig file cabinet:



And I can get both pieces for $300 total... not too shabby. Not too shabby at all.

Target, how do I lurrrve thee?

Let me count the ways:

1. Orla Kiely for Target- As you may know, I adore Orla (Huz once rightfully accused me of picking out our home color scheme based on the colors on my Orla Kiely handbag). Now that my wallet's a tad tighter, I can't afford everything Orla, and was so excited to see she's joined the "design for everyone" movement. I bought four of her melamine dinner plates and four of her salad plates. Who cares what your food looks like when it's served on such lurrrvely patterns? With my cooking, I need all the distractions I can get! They were out of the mugs and bowls and only had one of each plate style left, so I got one of each for a super colorful table:






2. Target Home Organic Sheets - Even though they had 450 thread count sets for about the same price, I opted for the greener and softer 250 thread count organic sheet set in white (which is really an off-white). You can't beat the comfort of organic cotton, plus they were on special for less than $50 for the queen set (regular price online is $49.99):




3. Greenroom Eco File Folders - I work from home and little things like pretty patterns for my folders and notepads make mundane tasks a little more doable. Plus, it's nice to know that I'm filing away my priceless thoughts in products made from recyclable materials and non-toxic soy-based inks. Unfortunately, I can't find these on the Target site, which leads me to believe they're in-store only. But it's worth the trip:

Call me!

Now that the book I co-wrote is (mostly) finished, I've been circulating some of my writing clips in the hopes of generating some more freelance work. I mailed a completed contract to a new client this week, and was really wishing I had some business cards specifically for my freelance clients to include in the envelope.

Then, I realized I knew the perfect place to find some beautiful, moderately-priced cards -- Etsy.com, of course! There are some really pretty ones out there, and if your new year's resolution is to jump-start your career or hop on the networking train, let me help:

Mommy Calling Cards, 50 for $18 (I don't have kids, but these are my favorites.)

Peacock Calling Cards, $25 for a set of 50

Dahlia calling cards, $35 for a set of 100

Turntable Calling Cards, $22 for a set of 36

Botanical Calling Cards, $28 for a set of 100

Working woman's best friend.

Lurrrving this Recycled Leather Dog Caddy. My makeshift desk is organized chaos at best. I love dogs. I love recycled leather. Perfecto, Flor!


$74 at gigglefish.