Plaid – A Classic Pattern

Posted on Oct 1, 2011Oct1
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Plaid is a classic pattern that enjoys a rich history and can be traced all the way back to Ireland in the 5th century. However, plaid as we know it really got its start in Scotland during the mid-nineteenth century when tartans were worn to distinguish different Highland clans. The classic tartan patterns are Black…Read More
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Looking at the Library

Posted on Sep 23, 2011Sep23
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How do you find a good book these days? Do you head to the local bookshop and browse the isles for an inspiring title, or do you get instant satisfaction from downloading a book right to your Kindle or iPad? Are the days of good, old fashioned books soon to be a thing of the…Read More
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Mod Squad

Posted on Sep 16, 2011Sep16
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A mod 1960s vibe is in the air both on the runway and in the home. It’s hard to believe that a look that was in vogue fifty years ago is the ultra hip look of today!  From the latest in fall fashion to the decor in our homes, we just can’t seem to get…Read More
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Happiness is … Being in House Beautiful!

Posted on Sep 14, 2011Sep14
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  A few months ago I was contacted by the editors of House Beautiful and asked what was the one thing in my home that makes me most happy? My response -  “My Spa Tub from BainUltra. I’m in it every night.” If you are a regular reader of this blog, then you probably aren’t…Read More
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Red Hot – From Fashion to Home

Posted on Sep 10, 2011Sep10
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New York Fashion Week is in full swing so, of course, fashion is on my mind. A clear trend for Fall 2011 fashion is the influx of red in clothing and accessories. While my own closet tends to be full of black with some neutrals, there is something appealing about adding red’s positive energy to…Read More
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So Long Summer!

Posted on Sep 2, 2011Sep2
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It’s hard to believe . . . but here we are at Labor Day Weekend! Can you believe how fast the summer flew by? While autumn is particularly beautiful here in Boston, it is still sad to see the summer end. In the spirit of closing the chapter on the season, I thought I would…Read More
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