hello lovely fixer upper {Fall 2016}
Just when the dust seemed to be settlingat the fixer upper, we decided to stir up morefor a few projects in the homestretch…so all sorts of…
Post Election Prayer
I’m relieved the Presidential election is over,and I am sending peace and lovewhether you are rejoicing or lamentingbecause human life is meaningful,worthy, and full of mystery,and…
{Artist Inspiration} Furniture by Brazilian Artist Domingos Tòtora
The brilliant Domingos Tòtora is an artistfrom a mountainous region of Brazil,where his life’s work involvessculpting curvilinear furniture andart objects infused with anearthy essence I can onlydescribe…
Design Chicago 2016 {Around Chicago}
Did you see my post featuring Michael Del Piero’slovely work in Milieu and elsewhere? Michael Del Piero Well, today promises to be extra special since…
Design Books: Segreto Vignettes {Leslie Sinclair}
It is not everyday one gets to shout over the web “CHECK OUT MY BLOGGY FRIEND’S NEW BOOK!” but today it’s my pleasure to invite…
{Garden Inspiration} Vanderbilt Mansion & Garden
When I was in Hyde Park with a writer’s group in late May, my beloved tagged along and we happily toured some local treasures including…
Secrets, Migraines, and I’m Suddenly Fat {Personal Reflections}
Life has been moving fast, and it seemsI rarely come up for air to simply chat anymore.So today it’s just me and you on the…
Personal Reflections, DIY Limoncello and Random
Wake up and smell the Swedish vodka! It’s Monday, and I love ’em. Spring has been crazybusy as you will see in forthcoming posts…and first,…
Holly Irwin Interview {Artist Inspiration}
One cannot help but be moved and inspired uponlearning the dramatic history of celebrated artistHolly Irwin…she is indeed a treasure! Irwin’s paintings are magnificent by…
Paris Apartment Decor Inspiration in the Marais
Daydreaming about visiting Paris again on this overcast day, and I think I’d like to rent this apartment in the Marais offered by Apartments Actually. Founder Sarah Pank…
Brooke and Steve Giannetti Interview: Patina Farm
The Giannetti interview I have been waiting for! Their lovely new book Patina Farm tells the story of how Steve and Brooke Giannetti dreamed a…
WE FOUND A HOUSE & Tine K inspiration {Hello Lovely Fixer …
Our adventure in house hunting began five months ago while vacationing in Hawaii when we agreedto a one time showing of our home which we…
