his charming garden just made my car stop to photograph it. It is located in North Carolina—again. I never get enough of this place. This entry garden is so well done. The structure is four triangular corners with an open middle. Lots of boxwood, hydrangeas and stone edging form the base—completed by a mix of …
ouldn’t you just love to come home here! The transformation is complete—Welcome. The trick is to plant full grown plants in the Fall—the next Spring it looks like two years growth—Instant Garden. I just love this! I just love the way this turned out. The other parts of the garden and the interior will be …
ountain porches are the Best! Here are a few pictures of the Mountain House Porch. Breakfast, Lunch and Diner would all be lovely here—along with a few cocktails. The temp. today was wonderful and the sun is shinning. The home tour is coming soon—but right now that cocktail is calling me! More pictures and Design …
hanks for all of the great B’day wishes! I love them all. I will be celebrating with my family in the Mountains—my personal favorite place. Posting again soon.
ere is just a quick look at the house I will be posting—as soon as pics are in. This one was a real Fixer-upper! One of the most dramatic changes was the Entry Garden. It was asphalt before—and a Garden after. More Transformations to come!
PARISIAN CHIC his book is my new favorite gift. You will love it! The author, Inez de la Fressange, was voted the most Chic woman in Paris—imagine what it takes to win that title! Inez radiates self-confidence—that certain je ne sais quoi that eludes most. Her style is simple and achievable. The book reads like …
ink, pink everywhere! This photo just makes me smile. Thanks to Anna at Absolutely Beautiful Things for this one. Have a “Very Pink Day.”
ovetail Antiques—Cashiers, N.C. This store is a must see—every inch will inspire you. The owner, Sally Johannesen, is one of the most creative people you will ever meet. Your brain never stops imagining what you can do with her finds. Shutters, windows, architectural pieces—all used in unique ways. Furniture to die for. Fabrics, linens, pillows, …