Monthly Archives: November 2011

As many of you know – I love colorful interiors and homes with a sense of humor.  But sometimes it can go a bit far.  Kirstie Alley, of Cheers, Fat Actress, Dancing with the Stars and Jenny Craig spokesperson fame, has … Continue reading →

There are a lot of misconceptions about this beautiful finish.  Some people think that they can buy this product at Home Depot and apply it themselves – and, yes, they can.  They will have to have very smooth walls (no … Continue reading →

I love my kitchen and I love my backsplash and countertop.  Many times I cannot always see my backsplash and countertop because there’s “stuff” on it.  I have almost given up putting things away – because they always return. Apparently … Continue reading →

I have had a long week of work (and a pretty dull, non-inspiring type of project) – so for today’s blogpost I needed some beautiful inspiration shots.  I hope you love these as much as I do… Whistle While You … Continue reading →

I wish I could just hop on a plane to Los Angeles to be in the company of Paula Smail, the owner of Henry Road in Studio City in California.  She descibes herself as a “Shopkeeper, Designer, Daydreamer” and she … Continue reading →

      “…So was I once myself a swinger of birches. And so I dream of going back to be. It’s when I’m weary of considerations, And life is too much like a pathless wood.” I love birch trees.  The texture, … Continue reading →

     Source “Color is fundamental, it’s beautiful. It enriches our lives.” – Carolyn Quartermaine I have been head-over-heels in love with French Script fabrics for ages – ever since I saw this type of fabric on a French chair in a … Continue reading →

While most of Long Island just got some wet snow, Westchester County – where we were all weekend minding our grandson Sean – got 7 inches of wet, heavy snow.  Trees and branches were falling all around.  You’d hear these huge cracks … Continue reading →

I recently did some decorative work in a lovely condo in Woodbury, NY.  Working with designer, Teresa Simone, we created some beautiful rooms in soothing palettes of blues and and greens…and blue-greens. The formerly all white guest bath was done … Continue reading →