There are few things I enjoy more than curling up in a soft throw with a cup of hot tea and a good book, in fact I think about doing that all the time! Yet somehow life always seems to get in the way. Despite my lack of time to snuggle up with new titles, my love for reading and my admiration … [Read more...]
Living Forever Chic: Meet French Lifestyle Author Tish Jett!
My sister Judy has the coolest friends. Like Tish Jett, best-selling author, fashion journalist and our special guest for an exclusive book engagement at Nell Hill’s on Oct. 20. Judy and Tish met back when they were cub reporters at the Detroit Free Press. Tish went on to work for such famous … [Read more...]
Secrets of Styling a Bookcase
I would be lost without bookcases. Literally. Because all of Dan’s books, enough to keep a small village reading for decades, would bury me. And figuratively. Because I have found that bookcases are one of the most essential pieces of furniture ever made. They are not only arresting to look at, … [Read more...]
Dreaming of the French Countryside: A Special Event at Nell Hill’s
In my dreams, I live in the French countryside, in a cottage that looks a lot like Sharon Santoni’s. If you don’t know Sharon, than you are in for a treat. The creator of the blog My French Country Home, Sharon is a master at whisking you away from the fray of your daily life and into the gentle … [Read more...]
Nell Hill’s Rooms We Love is Here!
I am so excited to announce that my newest book, Nell Hill’s Rooms We Love, is in! Even though this is my eighth book, I still get butterflies when the first shipment arrives from the publisher. I’m so excited to share the fun with you! Here’s a little taste of what you’ll find when you escape … [Read more...]
How to Style Bookcases that Tell a Story
When I visit friends’ homes, I love to look at their bookcases because what I see captured on these shelves gives me a rare and wonderful glimpse into my hosts’ hearts. The best bookcase displays, in my opinion, are those that tell a bit of their owner’s story. Here are some tips for using your … [Read more...]