Monthly Archives: October 2012

I Hope that Everyone Stays Safe During Hurricane Sandy

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Linda

Bridges and roadways are closed.  A crane is about to topple over onto West 57th in Manhattan…Evacuations everywhere.  Waist deep water on Ocean Beach, Fire Island.  My mother used to talk about the storm of ’38.  Well – we may … Continue reading →

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Color Roundup: Using Navy Blue in Interior Design

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Linda

Navy blue and indigo hues are so useful and versatile in interior design.  These colors can be used in kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms, outdoors, in playrooms and they are great as accent colors as well.  When combined with different colors that … Continue reading →

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A Sneak Peek of My Fall Mantle – It’s Almost Finished

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Linda

It took me the longest time to decorate my mantle for fall.  I think it’s because I just loved my Summer Mantle so much.  I hated to put away all the birds, artwork and accessories – but change is good … Continue reading →

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Color Roundup: Yellow…Mellow or Bold, It’s a Happy Hue

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Linda

  I’ve been in love with yellow my whole life.  I have such memories of my favorite summer dress as a child and it was a pale creamy yellow ground with yellow flowers all over it.  I can still envision it … Continue reading →

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Color Roundup: Soft Blues and Blue Greens

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Linda

Soft blues, blue greens, and gray blues on walls, fabrics, cabinetry and furniture never fail to please. These colors can instantly put you at ease.  Here’s a roundup of some of my own designs…plus selected images from the web that feature … Continue reading →

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Layering in Interior Design: Some Easy Ideas that will Add Interest to Your Rooms

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Linda

  Most of us innately understand the art of layering in fashion – even if we think we don’t. We do it unconsciously every day. We add a sweater over a shirt and then add a scarf with a similar … Continue reading →

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