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Artist Spotlight: Painter David French
"Hi, come on in," artist David French greeted me warmly his gate, "have you seen a chicken pass this way?" No, I had not seen it. "You can go on up to the studio, I'll be right there," David went...
Mad Men Style for Today: Dwell Studio’s Furniture Line for Precedent
How ever do my musings on Mad Men relate to design in the Carolinas? Hold on honey, I'm getting there. The return of Mad Men reminded me of a discovery I made during my visit to High Point Market...
Industrial Style: Videri Chocolate Factory in Raleigh
Perhaps only a designer like me walks into a chocolate store and is more excited by the space than the chocolate. (Well, maybe not MORE, but just as excited.) Co-owners Starr Sink, Sam Ratto, and...
Market Imports: A Home & Garden Destination in Raleigh
Last weekend we made a family trip up to the Raleigh-Durham area. My primary purpose for our visit to the Research Triangle was to research the local shopping. We also enjoyed some delicious dining,...
Light, Bright & Colorful: Spring Refresh
The GORGeous weather we've had this week has me itching to throw off the accoutrements of winter. (Sad excuse for a winter though it was.) With the windows flung open and birdsong filtering through...
Artist Spotlight: Jewelry Designer Ellen Goldman
Introducing Design Carolinas' new Artist Spotlight series, featuring Q&A with some of the Carolinas' most talented and innovative artists and designers. I am excited to introduce jewelry...
Selecting New Countertops for Your Kitchen
Counter Shopping Usually you will purchase granite, tile, solid surface (e.g., Corian) or other countertop material through a retailer that specializes in stone and tile, or kitchens and baths in...
FABO Cafe: Art+Coffee+Wine in Charlotte
FABO Cafe in the Myers Park neighborhood of Charlotte is not your typical coffee shop. With its quirky, comfy patchwork chairs and laid back atmosphere, it's kind of like Friends "Central Perk"...
Setting a Romantic Table
Last fall I created an autumnal-themed tablescape using the layered approach I learned about in a Pottery Barn decorating class. With Valentine's Day on a Tuesday this year, we'll be surely dining...
Update: Frock Shop Opens at MoNA Gallery
Last Saturday I had the chance to pop into MoNA Gallery for the grand opening of Frock Shop. This formerly traveling trunk show has found a place to roost in a sweet little nook within the...
DIY: A No-Sew Upholstered Headboard
Last fall I published a post detailing my approach to a DIY upholstered footstool. Giddy with self-empowerment and still wielding a staple gun, I decided to try my hand at a slightly bigger project:...
Seagrove Spotlight: Avery Pottery and Tileworks
"I have always felt that if you put your heart and soul in your work, it will shine through. There is a trueness that I can feel when the work comes from the heart, throughout and genuine. The...