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Monthly Archives: April 2013
Happy Monday: Gardening Tip
May is bringing Spring showers this Monday morning. Here’s a tip. The soil is moist after the rain; head outside to the garden. Weeding is easier. Your back will thank you. “I love spring anywhere, but if I could chose, I would … Continue reading →
Cinco de Mayo Party Tips
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner. So what are you waiting for? Instead of waiting for an invite, host the party. Not enough time to send out invitations, opt for electronic invitations. This one from Paperless Post is perfect … Continue reading →
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Tagged Cinco de Mayo, cocktails, party invitations, party tips, signature sangria
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Pollack Textiles
Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting Rachel Doriss, Design Director for Pollack in Soho to view the Spring 2013 Collection. I love the process of seeing and feeling the fabrics, as well as, meeting the team of designers behind the collections. (Images … Continue reading →
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Tagged D&D Builiding, fabrics, Pollack, Rachel Doriss, Spring 2013, textiles
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Love One Another
It has been a very sad week in Boston and Texas. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Thanks for stopping by. Images: via
Kitchen Bliss: Combi-Steam Oven by Miele
When you fall in love, you want to share it with the world. I’m in love with Miele’s combi-steam oven. It all started at the Architectural Digest Home Design Show last month. The latest oven innovation combines the power of steam … Continue reading →
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Tagged appliances, Architectural Digest Home Design Show, Kitchen, Miele, oven, roaster, steamer
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Spring Bathroom Reveal
My kids’ bathroom got a splash of Spring color. Here it is guys. For a budget friendly update I found this great basket, ceramic elephant and rug at HomeGoods. I am unable to paint the walls because it’s a rental home. The coral bench … Continue reading →
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Tagged bathroom, coral, HomeGoods, reveal, roman shade, Spring, Target
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Stay Stylish In The Garden
Do you have gardening fever? Step in your garden with style. Stay styling in bright colorful boots and protect yourself from the sun in a raffia hat. How I love early spring, with the promise of green and blooms. Cheer up with pruning … Continue reading →
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Tagged Gardening, gardening boots, gardening essentials, gardening hat, shears, style
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Update: Coral Design Board Inspiration
The kids’ bathroom is coming together. I picked up an upholstered bench from Target. The bathroom window needs a new shade. It has been a while since I used my sewing machine, but I’m up to the challenge. Off to … Continue reading →
Out and About: Architectural Digest Home Design Show
Between Spring breaks for the kids, I attended the Architectural Digest Home Design Show. Once again the designer tables for DIFFA Dining by Design are creative and beautiful. Amazed how everyday objects inspire designers. This installations is made of brass coat hangers. A wall of chocolate kisses … Continue reading →
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Tagged Architectural Digest Home Design Show 2013, designer tables, DIFFA Dining by Design, tablescapes
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