Monthly Archives: July 2012

Evolution of a Powder Room: Removing Yet Another 70s Era Wallpaper

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Linda

When I married my husband, I moved into a house with a lot of 70s type wallpaper.  For a decorative artist like myself – that’s like being in purgatory (or worse!!!).  Now, I love wallpaper…well-done, handpainted or beautifully textured or … Continue reading →

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Revamping an Old Chair for a New Purpose

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Linda
a rocking chair finished with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

This week I was asked to stage a vacant home in Malverne NY.  It’s a lovely Dutch Colonial that has a great, homey feel to it.  When I looked at the home for the first time, I jotted down my … Continue reading →

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An Inspiring Seminar from Larry Laslo

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Linda

This morning I attended a wonderful seminar by designer Larry Laslo that was held at the Robert Allen Showroom in Woodbury NY. After hearing Larry talk, I can see why he is so successful – he is so down to … Continue reading →

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Happy Summer’s Day: Some Butterfly Pics

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Linda

Just wanted to post some pics of some Monarch Butterflies that were in my backyard.  They are my favorites.  True to their name – this particular Butterfly loved the Butterfly Bush. But just a few minutes earlier, I was able … Continue reading →

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Deck and Porch Decorating for the Fourth of July…and a Recipe

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Linda

I’m two days late with this post, but I thought I’d show everyone how I decorated my front porch and back deck for the Fourth of July holiday. The Front Porch The main staple of the porch is always my … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th of July Tablescape

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Linda

I have to admit that my family used to be lucky 1) if I served anything more ambitious than a hot dog on a bun and some salad on July 4th and 2) it was always served on paper plates (and they … Continue reading →

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Antiquing Kitchen Cabinetry in New York City and a Surprise

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Linda

A short while ago I had to help a client in Manhattan who had had a flood in her kitchen – which marred the cabinetry that I had painted and antiqued nearly 6 years earlier. The only day I could go … Continue reading →

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