Stylish Simplicity - Hand Pitchers by Frances Palmer

For today's Stylish Simplicity post, I had to write about these pitchers/vases.I've been a fan of potter Frances Palmer for some time. One day my friend Marta, a very talented florist, told me that Frances was on Instagram.   How did I not know this important information? That was great a day.  Palmer's feed is outstanding.The hand pitchers below caught my eye.  Not only are they beautiful, they're also very versatile.  I could see them in a variety of décors from a spare, contemporary NYC loft, to a Queen Anne mansion in New Orleans, or in a country house in Puglia.

Photo: francespalmerpottery.com

These pitchers are the very definition of Stylish Simplicity.

Stylish Simplicity - Moko Bulb Vase - Jonathan Adler

Jonathan Adler is one of of my favorite designers.  I wish I could be so bold with my color choices and I loved his store on Melrose Avenue.Adler started out as a potter.   I adore this piece.It's stylish, simple, and yet bold.  Adler's vase is perfect for a modern room or for a room with a more traditional décor.The vases are made by artisans in Peru.  Adler found the workshop with help from Aid to Artisans.  This non-profit organization introduces designers in America with artisans in developing countries to promote fair trade.For more information about this vase and about Jonathan Adler, check out his website.  It's full of beautiful things.