Category Archives: design

inspiration is hiding in here…

 

 

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This amazing holiday gift wrap idea is making the blog rounds, which doesn't surprise me because it is SO COOL. Shauna & Stephen of Something's Hiding in Here never cease to inspire me with their endless creativity. This project was featured in the Martha Stewart gift wrapping challenge, where you can vote for them and see other fun ideas as well. I intend to give this a try very soon…it won't make it under our tree this year, but it will be on my mind until I am able to give it a shot!

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a “giant” reveal

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The day has come my friends, to reveal….my dollhouse dining room! Before you go looking for other rooms, I have a confession. This is the only completed room in my house. The others are very near completion, but I don’t want to share them before they are picture perfect. I put all of my efforts into getting this one glamorous room done in time for the challenge deadline. I have put a lot of time and effort into reviving my grandfather’s dollhouse, and it is so rewarding. Here are the details of the room, if you are curious. Many thanks to Emily Henderson for creating this FUN challenge!

 

* Walnut plank flooring, which I refinished black

* Brick wall added, and all walls painted Farrow & Ball All White

* 1:12 scale ghost chairs…my most exciting find!!

* LED chandelier…no wiring needed, holla!

* Custom drapery panels, made from designer fabric sample

* New paned windows throughout house

* Brass drapery rod, which extends!

* Gold frames provide a unique display

* Tin ceiling & paneled door added for historic flair

* Last but not least, the tiny place settings & silverware!

 

eames love…

 

 

Eames-film

 

I have admired the collaborations and talents of Charles and Ray Eames since my early twenties, and am very excited about the film that was recently released. The husband and wife team are responsible for so many groundbreaking designs of the 20th century, and they have all found a new home in the 21st. In my early twenties I was studying design and working for Maharam when they obtained the rights to produce fabrics and products using their iconic designs, and I was hooked. My obsession grew when I journeyed to NYC to see an exhibit at the Cooper-Hewitt and saw the famous chair designs of the duo in person. Ever since, I have coveted the Eames lounge chair…someday, maybe. In the meantime, I will look forward to seeing the film.The cool factor is so high, Ice Cube is into them…check it out.

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white dog cafe…

 

 

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I finally dined at White Dog Cafe in Wayne, and it did not disappoint. I left feeling quite inspired by the decor actually, as each room in the restaurant has a different look. The very prominent, yet elegant dog theme runs throughout, down to the most delightful detail, such as paw prints imbedded in the restroom tile floor! Combined with farm fresh cuisine, it just might be my new favorite place.


 

wreath making with design*sponge…

 

 

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Thursday night in Philly was full of pleasantries…time with friends, the inspiration that is the URBN headquarters, and crafting with Design*Sponge! It is flattering that Grace and her team chose to complete their crafting tour here, and a great crowd showed up in appreciation. Once we turned that pile of greenery into festive wreaths, we had photobooth fun with our friend Courtney Apple! Good times.