Let's Pretend Gift Guide: Part 2

Once again, we bring you another installment of the Let's Pretend Gift Guide!

If we gave each other Christmas gifts, here is how it would go: 

Happy Christmas, Alissa Lively! 

Because of your appreciation of the great Josef Albers, I found this Orbit Wall Clock made by ObjectifyHomeware. I thought it would compliment your cozy home, help keep you on schedule during your busy days, and inspire your love of color all in one fell swoop. 

Hope you like it! 

- Cathleen 

New Twist on an Old Favorite

Mantle clocks feel very dated to me. I haven't seen one on a mantle in a chic home in a loooong time. However Crate & Barrel has just released their Suspend Walnut Mantel Clock and this new twist on an old favorite is one I can get on board with. I also like the price- only 59.95. Perfect for our tough economy. 

Fresh and minimal, this clock begs to sit on your mantle and mesmerize your guests. 

- Grace

Happy Anniversary!

Today marks the first anniversary of Swings & Arrows! And since the traditional first anniversary gift is paper, and the modern gift is clocks, what could be a more perfect marriage of the two than a beautiful paper cuckoo clock from hellopetie on Etsy? 

We thought that in honor of our first year in existence we'd also launch a new look for the blog today. Let us know what you think! 

Grace and I want to thank you all so much for making this such a successful first year at Swings & Arrows. We appreciate your readership and feedback more than you'll ever know—so keep coming by for a look-see and keep commenting—and we'll keep working hard to bring you beautiful things to brighten your days. 

Love, 

Cathleen & Grace