whitney smith pottery

Whitney Smiths' pottery is to die for!  I LOVE everything about it. 
I also love that she's located in Oakland!  If you get a chance head
over to her etsy shop and take a peek.  You won't be sorry.  I'm hoping
to be selling Whitney's pottery at Bella Vita soon.  Stay tuned and I'll
be sure to let you know when my first shipment arrives.

a rainy weekend

 

 

{zo jumps in the rain again}

a touch of vintage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I LOVE adding vintage accents to my home.  Each

piece has a story and it allows me to express my

personality!  More images can be found over at

Better Homes and Gardens.  Enjoy.

i'm inspired!

Look at this AMAZING inspirational board Paige from bash put together
for one of her customers.  So pretty!  I LOVE it!

happy weekend!

{liquid sky art} 

ink + watercolor

I came across these adorable ink & watercolor sketches of my windows by Jana Bouc.  I  love how whimsical and fun they are.  Jana did such a great job capturing the true spirit of each window.  Visit Jana's blog to read more about her inspiration behind these sketches.  Thanks Jana!  The next time you are on College Ave stop in and say "hello"!

flickr find

simply sweet {holiday jenny's}

Cupcake LOVE!

 



I LOVE the idea of this cute little camper showing up for a party!
Enjoy Cupcakes is one of the most adorable cupcake joints I have
come across in a long time.  Be sure to check out the website and be
prepared to pick your jaw up off the ground!  Also check out the write
up over at Design*Sponge.  Enjoy!

Sneak Peak!

 

Look what is coming in for Valentine's Day!  I have additional

styles that are due to arrive by the end of next week.  The in-store

and window presentation will happen on January 15th.  Items have
been purchased in limited quantities and won't last long.  If you see

something you can't live without stop in sooner than later!

bella vita

5407 college avenue

oakland, ca  94618

tue - sat {11-6}

sun {12-5}

510.653.1639

shop local!

Dress {Simple Annie Kate}

Skirt and Ruffle Pants {Pink Chickadee Kids }
Heart Hat {Lulu and Charlie}
Heart Tee {Lalas}

Flickr Find - SusannahT

I know it's cold and snowing in most parts of the U.S. but I came
across these beautiful images from SusannahT and just felt the need
to share them.  They are so pretty.  Grab a cup of tea, wrap up in a
blanket and enjoy!

kitty baby love

 

I LOVE these little crayons from kitty baby love.  Great for
little hands to create beautiful art work. 

crayons (pack of 6) $22

available at Bella Vita

Wayne Pate

I LOVE these Silkscreen Prints from Wayne Pate.  They

are great!  Head over to the website and view more of his

work.  Enjoy.

New Year - New Dress!

New  Lesley Evers dresses are here!  I am in LOVE with these
dresses!  So easy to wear - dress it up or wear it casual.  This will
be your favorite item in your 2010 wardrobe!  Happy New Year!
Designed in Oakland and made in San Franciso!