I hope everyone is having a restful and fun-filled Memorial Day Weekend. We've been laying low in the city and popping out for day trips. I have to say, pulling out the flip flops and sunblock has really gotten me excited for summer! One of my
Don't you admire people who decide to take a big risk and chase their dreams? I love stories of people who leave conventional, successful careers in order to pursue something totally different. My friend Umber is one of those people. Successful by any measure, Umber left behind
As you all know, the interior design world is humming with DIY projects - who knew there were so many uses for a glue gun?? While I am constantly inspired and impressed by these hard-working and creative DIYers, I have to admit most of these
These days, I am so drawn to colors that "pop" - must be spring fever! That special green we see at Kate Spade so often gives me goose bumps in particular. I just love it. { Via My Revelment } This green has an "X" factor I simply
When we were pulling together my son Charlie's nursery a few years ago, I quickly determined we needed some simple, not-too-expensive bookshelves for his room, in a nice white that would match his crib. I looked at every big-box retailer and just couldn't find plain white
Is there anything better than playing hookie and spending the day with your girlfriends? My old friend and college roommate Diana was in NYC yesterday so three of us took the opportunity to have a real girls' day out. Here we are at our fancy lunch
Dear readers - "Return To Home" is taking a hiatus this week - my husband, son and I are jetting off to Hawaii. My parents are turning 65 this year and they've always wanted to have the whole family take a vacation together in the land of
If you find yourself in the West Village anytime soon, make sure you take a quick detour into Elizabeth Bauer Design, a lovely sliver of a shop that features a blend of antiques, flea market finds and upscale furniture and accessories. After my visit yesterday, I
I sometimes hear from friends that they want to "complete" a look in their living room or bedroom by using a window treatment, but they don't know how to even begin - curtains? blinds? The choices are endless, and what if we make a mistake?? Why not
One great feature in our apartment is a huge built-in bookshelf in the living room. I was overjoyed to have it