The early mornings before the shop opens is my favorite time. I get great satisfaction from turning the key in the lock, pushing open the door, and looking at all of the beautiful things standing tall and proud – just waiting for their new lives in your homes. I run my fingers along the … [Read more...]
The Celebration of the Color of the Year: Living Coral!
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” These brilliant words by Mark Twain kicked off a Pantone Color Seminar that Mary Carol and I attended at Atlanta Market in January. Mary Carol looked over at me, raised her eyebrows and smiled. We were off to a good … [Read more...]
Sweet and Stylish – Our Take on the Valentine’s Day Tablescape
I recently received an Instagram message from a customer in need of tablescape inspiration for a Valentine’s Day dinner for her and 11 of her closest friends. She, like many of us, felt uninspired by the abundance of sparkly red hearts and chubby little cupids floating around this time of year. I … [Read more...]
An Ode to Blue and White
There are some iconic pairings that stand the test of time. Like peanut butter and jelly (still a viable dinner option after a long day in the shop for this working mama), Holmes and Watson, and of course Blue and White chinoiserie in home décor. This iconic color combo is having a major moment in … [Read more...]
To Market, To Market…
As you read two weeks ago, I went on my first Market adventure Mary Carol and two of our visual team members in search of Christmas décor and decorative accents. And PHEW was it a wild ride. We’re sourcing products a full year ahead which is going to take some getting used to for this new gal! It … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for the Nell Hills Upholstery Sale!
Our designers have been buzzing about the shop like impeccably dressed little bees the past week, prepping for our upcoming upholstery sale. With all of this commotion, it occurred to me that there is plenty that you can be doing to prep for the addition of new furniture pieces in your own … [Read more...]