A Southerner has never met a season that didn’t need to be celebrated – and spring is one of our favorite times to get dressed up and raise a glass. Just think of the Kentucky Derby, with the finery, hats, and drinks. You would almost forget there’s a horse race. And most of us have […]
There is nothing that soothes my soul more than being in my garden. It’s the first week of spring and small shoots are coming up to remind me that it’s almost time to lose myself in blooms, warm soil, and greenery. My mother taught me that a Southern garden should be well tended but sometimes […]
I’m a bit boho at heart – I like the mix of funky fringe and fabulous color. It’s a balancing act of pattern and exotic flavor. Where else would you find a quick lesson in Greek (key), accompanied by a trip to Pakistan via China? Boho is all about being natural and colorful, about enjoying […]
The most functional items in your house aren’t always the most beautiful – except when it comes to the fixtures that provide us with light. There are jewel-like designs that will reflect the light like diamonds. Breathtaking chandeliers that are organic and inspiring. Whimsical bubbles float in serene pale green that glow against gold. Chinoiserie […]
New York Fashion Week is my muse for home decor trends – and this season there were amazing looks that I know will walk off the runway and into the homes I design. Most of all, I loved the mixology in this season’s shows: teal and black, Victorian and Edwardian, stripes and solids. Rodarte mixed […]
SPRING IT ON!!!!! Spring is a time to celebrate the gifts of color and we see this clearly via these 2015 images of art and design. Color combinations to think about incorporating into your life. […]
Rose Cumming was an eclectic and electric personality with a glamorous style. Her gutsy clashing of bold colors, metallic wallpapers and glittering chandeliers makes me want to do some decorating! Pull out the floral chintz books, some solid satins, my Sabu leopard and let’s get going… I am in a Rosey state […]
Clean, simple, fresh. These are the words I would use to describe my kitchen. I am not a cook but over the years I collected a notebook full of images of white kitchens with great stones, stainless appliances and hardwood floors. I wanted white cabinetry with some glass. The existing […]
I feel like I just got done preparing for Thanksgiving and am now faced with the joyful challenge of Christmas shopping. I will admit I procrastinate. So for all of you out there who tend to wait until the last minute or if you need a few items unexpectedly I have curated a list […]
I love Christmas morning. It seems to be one of the most relaxing moments of the season to me. It’s a special family gathering time to unwrap presents and have breakfast. My children have always loved nutcrackers so I have a large collection. My final tabletop is a creation of love […]
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