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...]
A Colorful Story: Welcome to Leslie’s House
The minute you meet Leslie, your heart is happy. She is one of those people who radiates sunshine. So when I found out Anne, one of our designers at Nell Hill’s, was going to be working with Leslie to help her bring all that light and love to her interior design, I couldn’t wait to see what this … [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...]
Let Travel Inspire Your Home’s Design
Travel changes you. I firmly believe that. Whether you are visiting a new state, or a new country, when you stretch out and explore someplace new, meeting the people, sampling the fare, drinking in the beauty, it fuels your imagination and helps you see the world in a fresh way. It can also … [Read more...]