Decorating in a weekend–what a wonderful concept! Remember that episode of Million Dollar Decorators when Kathryn Ireland decorated a friend’s country house in England in a weekend—well, the same thing happened here in Cashiers. When the drapery fabric I chose for three normal size windows was $10,000 for the fabric alone I sent …
Jennifer Vido Momtrends interview with Kristy Woodson Harvey reprinted with permission from KWH. Momtrends contact: Jennifer@Momtrends.com What inspired you to write Slightly South of Simple, the first book in an all-new series about three sisters and their mother? This was such a fun book to write, and the inspiration came from a lot of different …
This Friday to Monday how about having a gardening weekend! I discovered the beautiful Sargentina Crabapple tree while reading Carolyne Roehm’s book about her magnificent gardens, Carolyne Roehm at Home in the Garden. One photo and I was hooked—had to have a few for my garden. I can’t tell you how many garden centers …
I saved the amazing showroom of Rose Tarlow for last—and you will see why. The store opened in 1976 on Melrose featuring beautiful antiques restored by impeccable craftsmen. Today the store carries her own furniture and fabric lines along with lighting and special pieces to inspire your room. All of the furnishings are comfortable, …
What a wonderful Spring it has been this year! The flowers are blooming, the trees are budding and the warm days and extra hour of daylight are inspiring me. I hope you and your family are having a wonderful Easter Weekend and Spring Break.
Suzanne Rheinstein’s West Hollywood store Hollyhock is a lovely blend of both elegant and fresh. Originally from New Orleans—you can see the soulful mix of English and southern with just enough quirky pieces to make it all playful and fun. I love the mix of the one-of-a-kind pieces with playful but sophisticated painted furniture. …
After you lunch at The Ivy in West Hollywood, head on over to Indigo Sea to see more of the sophisticated mix of color and style by owner and restaurateur Lynn von Kersting. Inspiration fills every corner of von Kersting’s shop. French music plays in the background as your eye jumps from one amazing …
A weekend road trip is always a good idea and where better to start than lunch at The Ivy and a little shopping. I can’t think of a better way to ‘get your steps in’ and walk off the your lunch. Beautiful weather is predicted for the weekend so get outside and have a …
No, it wasn’t too many Cadillac margaritas at Nuevo Laredo. It’s the real dilemma of finding the perfect shade for that gorgeous new lamp. Sometimes I know exactly what I need, and sometimes it is a shot in the dark. Take heart. Everything you need is at Lamp Arts in Atlanta. They have been …