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...]
Closet Envy
September 16, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I love to peek into celebrity closets-- as much for the organization as the fashion! There's just something about a well-organized closet that just helps one breathe a little easier. Elledecor.com is featuring several celebrity closets that will make you green with envy, including Nate Berkus, Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer, J Crew's Jenna Lyons, and fashion designer Nanette Lepore. But that's not all! You can get your own … [Read more...]
September To-Dos: Inspect and Refresh!
September 14, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I always think of September as not-quite-fall: more of a transistion month. And it's the perfect time to get your game face on for holiday decorating and entertaining (yes, it's right around the corner!) without going whole hog. Here's a few tips from my own To-Do list this month.Inspect all of your outdoor pots or containers, patio furniture, and outdoor dinnerware. Will they be good for next season or is it time to … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: Lady Jane Bottleneck Vase
September 10, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I did not expect to love these like I do, but these are gorgeous! They are each handblown and I think you can see in the photograph the bubbles and slight imperfections in the glass that make each one unique. Modeled after the demijohn botttles used in wine making, the Lady Jane Bottleneck Vases are statement pieces. Because they are so simple with just a hint of color, they stand alone beautifully. But picture them with … [Read more...]
Work of Art
September 9, 2010 by · 1 Comment
Are you intimidated by buying art for your home? Many people struggle with finding the right piece for their taste and/or their budget. And forget original art-- isn't it pricey? Aren't traditional art galleries stuffy and elite? And what if you get it home and hung and you regret your choice?Welcome to ArtQuiver, an online art gallery that marries technology with a traditional gallery setting and service. Launched … [Read more...]
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