Wednesday’s Questions… Will You play along?…
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After yesterday’s idea to ‘shop the closet’ I was asked if I could put
together a capsule wardrobe with ten pieces… Could I live with ten articles
of cloth...
A Potting Shed for the Garden
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Ah, the shear luxury of having one… Increasingly I find I am turning to our
yard with it’s plants, flowers and greenery for it’s calming effect it has
on m...
The Andrew Calhoun House
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One of the most beloved houses in Atlanta is the Andrew Calhoun house, more
commonly referred to as the "Pink Palace". Built in 1922-23 and designed by ...
THANK YOU BETH OF CHINOISERIE CHIC
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If you missed the linen pagoda towel giveaway, visit here.
I would love to thank Beth of Chinoiser Chic for offering such a fabulous
giveaway! I was the ...
Matt Clayton
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It's a chilly day in my part of the world. Winter sunlight fights winter
winds and the only thing that is warm is the end of my red nose from all
the rub...
Gardenias
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I have two gardenia plants. Unremarkable until you learn that one is about
15 years old, and the other is about five years old. Both are cuttings from
a ...
THE HITCHING POST
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(photo by *Harwell Photography*)
I generally consider myself a pretty private person and don't want to ever
be "one of those" who over-expose and publish...
Rainbows, Floor Heat and Towel Bars
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We had the most beautiful double rainbow last night. I wished I could see
the end of it. I think it went right in to Fenway Park.
Anyway, Webb bro...
Things
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Things thoughtfully collected.
[image: Antique Linen Coverlet or Tablecloth with Cotton Crochet Lace
Border available at billy's bungalow!]
Things that ...
In Good Company
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Clicking around somewhere a few months ago I stumbled on KC Co., this great
little leather goods company here in town. At the time I was looking for a
s...
Fashion: Summer Hats
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Hi everyone, Kat from *With Love From Kat* here. Summer in New York has
gotten off to a steamy start and hats have been my lifesaver. No matter
what I se...
3 Easy Ways to Create a Word Canvas
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I love word canvas art, Subway Style, and even more so the ones with
Sayings and Quotes. If you do too, I found a great comprehensive tutorial
that shows 3...
Her Curious Nature
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[image: Her Curious Nature]
These beautiful headpieces are by young UK designer - Sabrina Ismail. Her
designs are right up my street and are available via h...
Details from London
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I recently returned from 10 days in London and Paris – first London for my
cousin’s wedding (the wedding actually took place in Richmond, a charming
boro...
Luxury at Home
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lux·u·ry
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Provincetown's Shor
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We were at Cape Cod the other week visiting my Dad and took a trip over to
Provincetown where I happened upon Shor. So, while others were
entertaining t...
Outside Living Spaces
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I've been hunting around for inspiration for our back patio area in
Florida. These images from Better Homes and Gardens, are a great starting
point. O...
Make Me: Paper Patchwork Art
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Hello, it’s Lisa here from the red thread. I’m happy to be back this month
on decor8 with my Make Me column to share another simple and stylish craft
proje...
“Let’s go surfing now”
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As I am sort of (pseudo) helping my brother and sister-in-law with their
home in Manhattan Beach, CA – I came across the idea to incorporate a bit
of surf ...
Glossy Gloss Gloss
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There seem to be a ton of new construction homes around these parts. Other
parts as well, I just notice where I live. Obvi. Often, with new
construction ...
Before & After: Powder Room
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Do you all remember the Del Mar project with the breakfast nook I revealed
here? Well here’s the first floor powder room! It might be small, but
packs a ...
It’s (not) Flag Day.
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When I was a kid I was assigned “Flag-Duty”, which basically meant that me
and a classmate were responsible for raising and lowering the flag at our
elemen...
Come along with me and Colin to work in Boston!
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Usually Colin and I stay in Malden and operate out of our store there,
while Justin runs Boston Friday-Sunday. Malden is about a fifteen minute
drive from...
Chisel & Mouse: at it again!
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You may remember me talking about Chisel & Mouse before and now the guys at Chisel
& Mouse are at it again; this time transforming many of their beautiful ...
Happy Outdoor Living: Before & After
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My sister Elizabeth called to tell me her husband had found a sectional
for a great price for their patio. "We need pillows" she said, "And I'm
worried t...
"Sunday Runway - The Straw Boater Riots . . . "
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Greetings,
Well, it seems we've had our first proper warm, summer weather here in SF
this week - and that almost always turns my thoughts to summer acce...
Mon Bouquet du Jour
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Daisies, simple Daisies.
They're not particular. Daisies will grow anywhere.
Growing in profusion at the back of our house.
Inside or out...
Oh for the need of a new studio!
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Despite a valiant effort thus far, the hunt for studio space continues! So
far my best options have been not perfect matches for my criteria: First
there...
Three designers with their own kind of lamp shades
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The interiors of Walda Pairon, Pam Pierce and Natalie Haegeman are
trademarked with their personal lamp shade design.
Paying attention to the design ...
Sactown is Revving Up!
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Hello all!
I know it has been too long, and I am anxious to get back to all of you!
Things have been quite interesting around here lately! Katie Denham
I...
You're gonna LOVE this.
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I have a garage full of furniture that's:
A. too nice to stick out on the alley
B. too nice to hock at a garage sale
and
C. probably will join the r...
The Royal Treatment
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A dear friend whom I haven't seen in a while is coming to visit on Friday
night. We are both anticipating the evening--a girl's night, lots of
talk, stay...
Lunch with HGTV + Blogfest 2013 part 4
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A memorable Blogfest moment from my trip to New York in May (was it really
almost a month ago??) was when my travel companion designer Linda Holt and
I ...
neon in nature
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38702878020724926 good morning and happy tuesday. i hope your week is off
to a good start! it’s officially almost summer! the weather’s been a little
crazy...
patina farm update: the chicken coop...
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Welcome back to Patina Farm! We are still pretty dusty around here, but the gardens are moving along. I thought you might enjoy seeing how the chicken coop i...
DIY Graduation Wreath
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Graduation time is here again! I have been receiving a few emails about my daughter's graduation cap I adorned last year with flowers. Time to share my direc...
Come on, let's go....
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*...prowling through one of the most fabulous vintage Provençal fabric
shops in all of Provence, *if not all of France... la Boutique de Francine
in *Isle...
Swimming pools...La piscine
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Romy Schneider and Alain Delon in the french movie La Piscine
I live for the warm days and nights of summer. I live by the pool. By the
pool, I sleep, dr...
Design Day at Home in Berlin
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Dear Diva Readers, Recently a blog reader emailed asking where I lived.
With my job leading antique buying tours all over Europe I’m on the road 2
or 3 we...
Indoor Plant Tables Are Back In Vogue
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… at least in Sweden (and not Grandma style, folks!). You will find them
in many chic furnishing shops. (Which means that you will see more of them
her...
Nashville Dining Room
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Hi all! Our Nashville project has so many fun rooms it is hard to choose
your favorite…. But I think the dining room is up there for me. With the
black and...
IDEAS - Chartreuse Hues
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Cushion Cover - Zara Home - £9.99
Ben de Lisi Bed Linen Set - Debenhams - From £36
Hemnes Bedroom Furniture - IKEA
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Every c...
Peonies in Bloom in Greenwich
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This week, the peonies are in bloom in our area and my house in Greenwich
has the most stunning peony garden! These fragrant, oversized blooms make
mornin...
New Kitchen Ideas That Work - Book Review
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New kitchen Ideas That Work, by Jamie Gold is, simply, a good book, a great
reference, and a source of inspiration for the entire kitchen design
process....
m21 featured on domaine!
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just wanted to say thanks to the nice peeps over at domaine, who were sweet
enough to feature my california home + design showhouse bath as the lead in
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Fifi's Official Site for her Romantique Novels...
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The OFFICIAL "Champagne Girl Studio" website for Fifi Flowers' contemporary
romance novels is NOW online...
for Book One teasers & information about Boo...
My Studio Deck
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It's where we spend the most time that means the most to us, and this is
the case with my studio deck. It's covered, comfortable and cool on hot
days. Wit...
Ready For Surtex!
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[image: For JackieVT-flat]The last collection is finished and all of the
artwork is off to my agent! I’ve been working like a mad woman for the
last few...
Ring Party
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The darling Catbird chart above made me smile. I love jewelry, but in all
honesty, I don’t wear much of it. My exception of course is rings – dainty,
bold,...
Water for People
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It's no great secret that I have some pretty strong relationships with a
number of manufacturers. In all of these cases, I get involved with brands
that ma...
Strawberry Panna Cotta with Rhubarb Compote
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[image: Strawberry Panna Cotta with Rhubarb Compote | The Bedlam of Beefy]
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is associ...
Today I’m at Wakefield Design!
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Interior design friends, If you’re anywhere near Stamford, Connecticut,
today please join me and a whole cast of design-lovers at Wakefield Design
Center f...
Lust For Chairs
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My name is Liz and I am an addict. There, I said it, but it’s not what you
think. I mean, I do love my one cup of coffee in the morning…and a good
glass of...
Keeping Up with Technology
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As I’ve said many times before, I don’t touch computers. I know it’s bad,
but personally I’m slow to learn about technology. I’m the person who
believes a...
Super AbbeyK Has Left the Building!
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Past, present and future
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In the world of design often we find new ideas based (either
coincidentally or on purpose) on old ones. The same goes for other aspects
of our life, of c...
Black & Spiro Website Launch
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*Hello! After what seems like an eternity, I am thrilled to let you know,
tonight, our brand new Black & Spiro Interior Design website will go
live. ...
LIVE AND IN PERSON
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Join us! Canadian readers will be pleased to hear Nicky is in Toronto next
week and will be signing copies of his new book ‘Folly de Grandeur’ at
Indigo bo...
Phuket 'Bolt Hole' - Before and After
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Just goes to show one should really work harder on the before pictures when
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Looking for a gr...
New Louis XV armchairs
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these armchairs had an horrible fabric on them and the color of the wood was old fashioned. After going to our workshops and thanks to Pierre Frey fabrics an...
Wishing all a Happy Easter...
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Darlings, Easter is less than two weeks away and I wanted to duck in here
to wish you an early 'Happy Easter'!
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I know I have be...
Au Revoir, Bébé
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*Roger Prigent of Malmaison Antiques (1923—2012)*
Read my Architectural Digest tribute to Roger Prigent (1923—2012), a
spirited, rascally, and knowledgeabl...
Impact
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So ..... it all started here, or perhaps I should say.... ended here.
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Fashionably Inspired: Prada and Schiaparelli
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I can't say enough how important a role fashion plays into my daily life as
designer, artist and mom. My favorite designers constantly serve as
inspiratio...
Anna, ANNA, Anna!
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Introducing you to my amazing friend, wife, mama of 3, artist & seriously
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hello Linda Its hard isnt it I too miss my father its only 2 years and also my mother - 8 years Enjoy your time with them this weekend and Im sure you will smile a LOT as you remember him and all the happy and fun things Love Fay x
A lovely tribute Linda to both your parents but in particular your father.... I am sure you have been told that you look like your mother but the resemblance is uncanny in this beautiful photograph. xv
Linda, I have lost both parents and there is not a day that I don't think of them. I hope today will be a time of sharing wonderful memories with your family.
time does help... but never heals the loss...your father looks like a wonderful man... and you are living proof he was... my thoughts are with you and your family... xoxo
What a beautiful picture of your parents, Linda. You look so much like both of them! Isn't it terrific that you will always have such wonderful memories of your father? And you obviously got some of your love of home from your mother. That photo looks like they might have been posing for House Beautiful, back in the day.
* Dear Linda~ I know what a truly difficult day today is for you, believe me. Please know you, your Mom and all your family, as WELL as your Daddy, are in my heart & prayers.
Both my parents died way too young, and WOULD have celebrated their 64th Anniversary just yesterday, so, I really DO know how you're feeling... as I'm sure people have suggested, happy thoughts of good times, and talking with him in your prayers, WILL help, my friend. At least it always does for me.
My warmest thoughts are with you, Linda in AZ * bellesmom1234@comcast.net
I read your blog from time to time and enjoy it. Please except my heart felt sympathies. i to lost my father on this day (1/29/10). Sending prayers of comfort to you and your family.
Linda, while I lost my Dad already many years ago I lost my Mom too in January, 2 years ago and I miss her so much. All the little things, the laughter, the little quarrels now have so much meaning in my memory - but it's only memories. Now I have only my sister left. It is strange but sometimes I feel lonely now and so small... Cherrish every moment you still have with your Mom! Hugs, Petra
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20 comments:
What a fortunate daughter you are. I am sure he was a fine man. Thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful weekend with your mom & brother.
xo Lisa
hello Linda
Its hard isnt it I too miss my father its only 2 years and also my mother - 8 years Enjoy your time with them this weekend and Im sure you will smile a LOT as you remember him and all the happy and fun things Love Fay x
A lovely tribute Linda to both your parents but in particular your father....
I am sure you have been told that you look like your mother but the resemblance is uncanny in this beautiful photograph. xv
Linda, I have lost both parents and there is not a day that I don't think of them. I hope today will be a time of sharing wonderful memories with your family.
That is such a lovely picture of you and your dad!
Dear Linda,
I am so so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and Hugs,
Karena
time does help... but never heals the loss...your father looks like a wonderful man... and you are living proof he was...
my thoughts are with you and your family... xoxo
Wishing you a peaceful day, Linda as you honor your father's memory.
Deborah
Hope your time spent with your Mom and brother will bring back many comforting memories. Michele
What a beautiful picture of your parents, Linda. You look so much like both of them! Isn't it terrific that you will always have such wonderful memories of your father? And you obviously got some of your love of home from your mother. That photo looks like they might have been posing for House Beautiful, back in the day.
Thinking of you, Kate
Your Dad looks like he was a kind, gentle and thoughtful man. Have a wonderful time with your Mom and brother - remembering, savoring.
* Dear Linda~ I know what a truly difficult day today is for you, believe me. Please know you, your Mom and all your family, as WELL as your Daddy, are in my heart & prayers.
Both my parents died way too young, and WOULD have celebrated their 64th Anniversary just yesterday, so, I really DO know how you're feeling... as I'm sure people have suggested, happy thoughts of good times, and talking with him in your prayers, WILL help, my friend. At least it always does for me.
My warmest thoughts are with you,
Linda in AZ *
bellesmom1234@comcast.net
* P.S. You look soooo much lke your Mom, and they were a BEAUTIFUL COUPLE... XO, Linda *
Aww...sentimental moments :) You look like your mom ;) Going to NYC in May...if you will be there, it would be nice to have drinks!
Best,
Michelle
I read your blog from time to time and enjoy it. Please except my heart felt sympathies. i to lost my father on this day (1/29/10). Sending prayers of comfort to you and your family.
Dear Linda I am so sorry you lost your sweet father. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Kit
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Linda, while I lost my Dad already many years ago I lost my Mom too in January, 2 years ago and I miss her so much. All the little things, the laughter, the little quarrels now have so much meaning in my memory - but it's only memories. Now I have only my sister left. It is strange but sometimes I feel lonely now and so small...
Cherrish every moment you still have with your Mom! Hugs, Petra
Aww.. Such wonderful memories about your dad. I'm sure he's happy now.
Thanks everyone for your kind words - he was a great guy and the kind of person who made friends wherever he was.
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