I live in the Southern suburbs, but I love the Big City, too. HGTV and their sister site FrontDoor.com are teaming up to giveaway an "Urban Oasis" in Manhatten! Located near Wall Street in the Residences at the W, this sleek abode offers a one-bedroom escape to the big city. Designer Vern Yip has polished the space within an inch of its life so nothing competes with the spectacular Hudson River views and it appears much larger … [Read more...]
Ideas Abound in the Coastal Living 2010 Idea House
October 5, 2010 by · 1 Comment
Exterior of 2010 Idea HouseThis year the editors and designers of Coastal Living magazine take us to scenic Seabrook, Washington for their 2010 Idea House. This house is packed with fabulous ideas, so I'll be posting more than once about this treasure trove. The first bright new idea that caught my eye is the use of windows and natural light in the bathrooms. If you think about the dilemmas of large windows in the bathroom-- … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: NOLA Entertaining Bucket
October 1, 2010 by · 1 Comment
She's a beauty! I love that she comes with a tray and a stand to protect your surfaces and elevate her just a bit on your buffet. And the fleur de lis motif adds a touch of style. She's not just for serving beverages. Keep her on your hearth for kindling and firewood. Put a collection of fall plants in her, such as an autumn fern, a good size croton, and some trailing ivy. Or fill her with pumpkins of all sizes … [Read more...]
Terrific Tailgating
September 29, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
As a Texan AND a Southern girl, fall means football! And football means tailgating. Too much trouble? No way. Choose a few simple make-ahead recipes and combine them with items you can pick up at your grocery store, such as a platter of chicken tenders, chips, and bakery cookies. Keep a supply of water, cups, plates and utensils on hand so you're ready to roll in a heartbeat. A simple caddy is a great idea for … [Read more...]
Arrangement Assistance
September 27, 2010 by · 1 Comment
So, you've begun your collection of art and photographs, purchasing those pieces you love and framing your treasured photographs, but you're stumped on how and where to hang them. Sound familiar? How about hanging a piece or a group of pieces and deciding something's not quite right? Believe it or not, art placement is an art in and of itself. My Museum Studies seminar in graduate school spent a great deal of time on where … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: French Wire Tiered Stand
September 25, 2010 by · 1 Comment
This hard-working product has won me over! The openness of the wirework gives the French Wire Tiered Stand a light quality without sacrificing substance. It transitions easily from a three-tiered stand to a two-tiered stand or you can use all three tiers separately. The possibilities are endless... use it to hold fruit on your kitchen island or toiletries, wash cloths, and hand towels in your bathroom. I picture it as an arts … [Read more...]
Back on Friday…
September 20, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I'll be back with Friday's Favorite Product and more later this week. Here's a sneak peek at our Willow House blog, Plate and Pattern. If you haven't already tootled around this blog, I encourage you to do so-- brilliant ideas and fun to read, too. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: Annabelle Iron Votives
September 17, 2010 by · 1 Comment
My favorite new product today is our lovely Annabelle Iron Votives. The ironwork is finished in a beautiful and versatile rust-brown and the glass inserts make them especially hard-working. Use one or two to hold a beautiful bud in water and use the others with your favorite tealights. Split them up to give as small gifts or party favors! Fill them with a sweet treat like peppermints or chocolate kisses and then wrap … [Read more...]
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