No one moves to the Midwest for the weather. In the heartland, we have hot summers and cold winters. But in the fall, there are a few days so perfect, I swear I’d never live anywhere else. The trees are ablaze, the sky is azure blue, and the air is crisp and cool, sweetened with the smell of falling … [Read more...]
Rover is Welcomed on this Miracle Furniture
Kristen, a designer at Nell Hill’s, spends her days raving about high-performance fabrics. She’s a big believer in these miracle fabrics that refuse to stain. But she had never really tested them out in her own home. Then, her fur baby Mowgli (pictured above) decided to turn Kristen’s brand … [Read more...]
Fall into Bed: Tips from the Pros at Nell Hill’s
Sisters Kathy and Paula have spent their lives working as a team. As little girls, they shared a bedroom, and always got along like two angels. They never fought. Never ever wore each other’s clothing (without permission, stretching it out). They never tugged a little too hard when asked by Mom to … [Read more...]
Summer Bedrooms at Mary Lou’s Cottage
I’m amazed any of our neighbors are still speaking to us. We’ve tried their patience sorely with our painfully slow renovation of the little cottage next door. But now, the eyesore of the neighborhood is close to becoming the sweet little cottage I envisioned. Christened Mary Lou’s Cottage in … [Read more...]
My Fabric Market Report: Hot Trends and What I Loved
In my 30-plus years in retail, I’ve been to a zillion markets. It takes a lot to wow me anymore. But oh my, that’s exactly what happened at the June Showtime Market. Here’s the official description of this fabric market that is a dream-come-true for fabric fanatics like me: “The internationally … [Read more...]
A Conversation with Sharon Santoni, My Stylish French Girlfriend
When Dan and I were in France last, we had the delightful experience of having dinner at the home of one of my favorite French lifestyle bloggers and authors, Sharon Santoni. It was a truly magical evening, because Sharon is a gem. So when her new book was released, My French Country Home, I asked … [Read more...]
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