Jul 16, 2014 | Decorating & DIY
You might be surprised to know that in my work as an interior designer, some of my clients are do-it-yourselfers. While I most often provide turn-key design and implementation, some of my clients just want a little advice and guidance. Whether it’s for budget or...
Feb 13, 2014 | Decorating & DIY
This week the Southeast is being hit with the biggest snowstorm we’ve seen in years. With about 4 inches and counting, I think it’s safe to say we won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. Being snowbound can have it’s advantages, though. Like no...
Dec 31, 2013 | Decorating & DIY
So a couple of days before Christmas, I decided it was as good a time as any to undertake a large wall stenciling project at our new mountain cabin. Never mind we had guests coming into town, or meals to plan, or gifts to wrap. If you’ve been reading my blog at...
Dec 7, 2013 | Decorating & DIY
This December I’m excited to present Design Carolinas’ 2013 gift guide. For the third year running, I’ve searched, sifted and sorted through thousands of artists’ and artisans’ work to curate my absolute favorite new finds from across the...
Aug 16, 2013 | Decorating & DIY
Last weekend my neighbors invited me to attend a “Swan Lake” themed birthday party for their daughter Sophie’s 4th birthday. As mom to a boy who generally prefers action figure-themed events, I was pretty excited to embrace my inner girly-girl for...
Jul 11, 2013 | Decorating & DIY
A few years ago an alarming news story was circulated about the impending government phase-out of standard incandescent light bulbs. By 2014, plans are to cease US production of bulbs 60 watts and higher. At the time, my fear was that we would all have to switch over...
