Spring. Ah yes that magic time of year when the earth seems to slowly be waking up. The first sign of Spring is the light. The sunshine is brighter and warmer. Oh and my favorite, the sun is up earlier every day and so am I! I think...
Selasa, 26 Februari 2008
Minggu, 24 Februari 2008
How does your home smell?
Scenting your home can define how visitors think about you.Does your home smell fresh? Do you have living plants and flowers in your main rooms? Do you burn incense? Are you a candle person? How do you handle cooking smells? They...
Jumat, 22 Februari 2008
Dining Out...Top Pick
Hope and Olive is a truly remarkable restaurant. This place is 100%. Yes, the food is outstanding. They choose only the freshest, organic and in season food available. The second plus is this is no hippie/vegan hang-out, no sir, it...
Rabu, 20 Februari 2008
Sunday Dinner? Easy as 1, 2, 3...
Sunday Dinner. Seems so retro and Grandma but can I tell you, it is a wonderful quiet event. Sunday is traditionally a day of rest. In this day and age we could use a bit more of that. I think it is important to break bread and share...
Selasa, 19 Februari 2008
The Good Life...
Years ago as a young woman starting out in the Garden Design field there were many people whose writings and philosophies shaped my thoughts, approach and ideas. Helen and Scott Nearing were two of those people. They were the original...
Minggu, 17 Februari 2008
Reduce, Recycle, Reuse and Redifine...
The green scene has hit mainstream. Reduce, recycle, reuse, and redefine these four words open the newest Pottery Barn Catalog. The mass retailers are offering a way to feel "Green" when making a purchase. I think it is wonderful...
Rabu, 13 Februari 2008
Heart Rocks, in Nature...
Heart rocks are natures magic gift. They are everywhere you are. Whether you are on a rocky coast, gravel drive or rock strewn path. Somewhere slightly hidden or even in plain sight are these little gifts from the earth. Many years...
Senin, 11 Februari 2008
Todays Featured Artist...Lari Washburn
Lari is one cool chick. I met her in my studio, she had come by to have me photograph her paintings. We hit it off, like peas and carrots. We have spent the last few months plotting and designing her website, photographing her body...
Minggu, 10 Februari 2008
My Three Top "Organize Your Home" Books...
I love to organize things. Whether it is a drawer, closet or a whole kitchen. I like the ease of locating whatever it is, when I need it. I know it can be difficult in our harried lives, but can I tell you, I do not spend time looking...
Sabtu, 09 Februari 2008
Clutters Last Stand. Make Room for Possibilities...
Funny isn't it? When it comes to ourselves we are usually the last in line. We are busy raising children, being wives, doing our work and volunteering. Often times somewhere in the middle of our lives a window of opportunity opens...
Jumat, 08 Februari 2008
Favorite Store - Ornament in Bath, Maine
I am a fan of "Boutique Home Stores". I am enamored with this fact; usually a woman or group of women have a dream to create the perfect Home and Design store. With all of the terrific books and magazines they almost have a built...
Kamis, 07 Februari 2008
Flowers Under Glass...
I discovered an interesting trick to making my flower arrangements last longer. It was quite by accident. I have a fondness for glass cloches. (see Blog Listing- Jan.12th- Cloches...Objects Under Glass) I was fooling around with...
Selasa, 05 Februari 2008
Bookshelves 101...
We all have bookshelves. Some are formal and built in others movable & modern and sometimes they are antique and funky. No matter the style how you treat each shelf individually and as a whole can and will make all the difference....
Senin, 04 Februari 2008
Art Clubs and Groups...
I had so much fun at my sister Sheila's, Art Club. It is a cool trend that is sweeping the nation. Basically it is Artists, and people, mostly women who are interested in socializing and doing some kind of interesting "Art Project"...
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