Sparrow PillowThis is a nice little decorative pillow, designed by Thomas Paul, who apparently loves birds as much as I do. The outside is cotton (it unzips so you can wash it), and the inside is stuffed with feather down. It measures a little under one foot by two feet, and it would look great thrown on a chair or a bed.
$24.95, CB2
Matryoshka BedspreadI definitely need my bed to be covered in a bedspread of Russian nesting dolls. I like that it's made of lightweight cotton, because I have a hard time sleeping when I'm feeling hot. Even in the winter. And for more fun you can toss a couple of these on your bed...
$32.00, Urban Outfitters
Your Best Shot Designer Bedding SetKnow what I find relaxing? Archers. Yep. And fleur-de-lis. Seriously, though, how rocking is this duvet with matching shams? And it's soft: it's made of 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton. I also enjoy the set with skulls and a chandelier.
$255.00, Bunny Maxwell
Dwell Chinoiserie Duvet SetI'm a big fan of this duvet set. It's covered with birds and flowers, which are reminiscent of a cool botany or zoology field guide. Plus, it's made of 320-thread-count cotton and comes with two matching shams.
$242.00 for a full/queen size, PillowsandThrows.com
Flock PillowThis cute little throw pillow, which depicts a group of six birds, was designed by Eleanor Grosch, an illustrator from Philadelphia. I like how each bird is a different color or pattern, and that the pillow is sewn in the shape of the birds instead of a typical square.
$26.00, Urban Outfitters
Cotton Rope HammockI've convinced myself that if I had a yard, I'd be kicking back in this right now. As it is, I'm measuring the landing on the fire escape, and the prognosis isn't good. (Surely people could scooch around it if there was a fire, right?) Maybe I can just put it my living room, close my eyes, and picture myself in San Juan.
$89.99, Bed Bath & Beyond
Blues PillowI like the way this throw pillow looks, with its relaxing spectrum of swirling blues. It's made of soft feather down and covered in polyester.
$68.00, Chiasso
Life in the 21st Matryoshka Doll PillowMore riffs on Russian nesting dolls. This one's actually a throw pillow, and it's about 18 inches tall. They come in two styles, both with baby-doe eyes and babushkas.
$28.00, Urban Outfitters
Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic ThrowI dare you not to curl up on the couch with this. Barefoot Dreams makes the softest, snuggliest throws. They're like blankies for adults. They come in pink, cream, and taupe.
$134.00, Nordstrom
Geranium SachetsThough the print on the outside is of a geranium, these pretty little sachets are filled with organic lavendar. You can tuck one of the four and a half inch squares into a drawer, your pillowcase, or any place else that needs a little freshening up.
$16.00 for two, Elsewares
Bouquet Velvet Pillow CoverMaybe this has to do with the fact that I just watched Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette the other night, but I'm really drawn to this decadent velvet pillow case. Like the film, it's mostly eye candy. (Unlike the film, you don't have to stare at it for two hours.)
$19.95, Wrapables
Sweet Shrub BeddingThis is like sleeping in a topiary garden, only a whole lot more comfortable. Each item is made of 400-thread-count cotton. I especially love the mossy green trim.
$198.00 for a Queen-size duvet and $68.00 each for pillow shams, Anthropologie
Urban Circles Sheet SetThese sheets designed by In-Fusions have a fun design. And they feel good too. They're 100 percent cotton, with a 320 thread count.
$188.00 for Queen size, PillowsandThrows.com
Graphic Lap DeskThis lap desk is perfect for those days when you have to work from home, but are too sick (or don't want) to get out of bed. Or it just can be a smooth surface on which to rest your snacks when you lie down to watch a movie. It even has a little cup holder.
$24.99, Container Store
Lollia Boudoir Door SignThis pretty little reversible sign made with a satin ribbon and a crystal bauble can either announce to the world that "the princess is sleeping" or that "the princess will see you now."
$9.00, Amazon.com
