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• iPhone Art

  

  I took these photos on the moving sidewalk between the east and west buildings at the Smithsonian’s National Gallery of Art a couple of years ago when we were i... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• New Dhurrie Rug

  

  This Dhurrie rug is on its way to our house (purchased on eBay). It’s 4′ x 6′ and is a perfect size for our landing area where we plan on adding som... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Obsessions: Pairs of Vintage Lamps

  

  I’ve been virtual shopping on eBay again and can’t believe the sheer amount of a-mazing vintage lamp pairs for sale! Here’s a peek at my favorites. Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• A Few DIY Inspirations

  

  In the spirit of my Spring Cleaning Challenge I’ve identified a couple of items around the house that we need to “use” or “lose. Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• New (Vintage) Cabinet and Spring Cleaning Challenge!

  

  Hi everyone! Ever since Erin blogged about this cabinet and I visited it at her shop, I’ve been smitten with it. I’m happy to say it now lives with us (thanks... Read more

  Posted on 07 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Lonny Prints

  

  I discovered the other day that Lonny has prints available on its Etsy site. These are my favorite ones. They would all look good oversized. Read more

  Posted on 05 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Two of My Favorite Rooms (Plus an Outfit!)

  

  One of my all time favorite homes belongs to Laura Vincent Poole. These are two of my favorite living spaces from her house. They embody a modern but traditiona... Read more

  Posted on 04 May 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Color Palette: Monocled Miss

  

  Renata Boeck enjoying breakfast in bed at the Regency Hotel in New York, 1964. Photo by Slim Aarons I’ve been making a concerted effort to consider new color... Read more

  Posted on 01 September 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Before & After: Cabinet Door Facelift

  

  Meet the cabinet doors in our den.  Unfortunately I didn’t take a photo before removing them from our built-ins, but you get the idea. Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Flame Stitch

  

  With all of the madness over the Missoni for Target line debuting on September 13th, I thought I’d share a great rundown Elle Decor did on the flame stitch... Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Before & After: Julia’s Backyard Transformation

  

  Today I’m featuring my lovely friend Julia’s amazing backyard makeover.  Julia and her husband Bob rent a charming ranch style home in Northern California. Read more

  Posted on 25 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Ground Rules

  

  Image courtesy The Mean Reds I’ve been blogging for 2+ months now and decided it was time for some ground rules. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about why I... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• The “Sort Of” Topiary

  

  Image copyrighted by Home Modern When we first moved into our house a few years ago, I was obsessed with the idea of a topiary house plant, namely the ones... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Corner Workstation – Sneak Peek

  

  Corner workstation revamp is still in full swing here. I’m sadly only about 20% done with the painting portion of the program, but boy oh boy is she looking... Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Wall Stencils

  

  All images courtesy Cutting Edge Stencils via etsy.com It’s official.  Stencil fever has gotten to me.  Even though I’m sick of repainting, I confess that I’m... Read more

  Posted on 18 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Nursery Design

  

  Image courtesy semidesignedlife.com I have babies on the brain. But since our parents read this blog, let me be clear that this is by no means the start of “Bum... Read more

  Posted on 16 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Corner Workstation – Part 2

  

  A few days ago I revealed our new corner computer workstation purchase that’s slated for a major makeover.  To recap, once put together (pre-paint) it will... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN