What the $****#$ Fridays: Frumpty Dumpty

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mND0omXB2WA/ToNXoGeHJkI/AAAAAAAABuM/cuSkFCJGSDI/s1600/zm_paris-chr-2_2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657461903350769218" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mND0omXB2WA/ToNXoGeHJkI/AAAAAAAABuM/cuSkFCJGSDI/s400/zm_paris-chr-2_2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 350px; height: 389px;" /></a><br />The minute I hear the word "slipcover" I cringe. No matter how much it costs or where you buy it, the word usually means that your furniture is going to look like it is wearing a pair of baggy cotton underwear. So, when I saw that VivaTerra's wrinkly and crinkly Montmartre Slipcovered Chair was on sale for $1,359, I laughed. Who would buy this schlumpty piece for that price--let alone for the original price of $1,595?!

What the $****#$ Fridays: Frumpty Dumpty

The minute I hear the word "slipcover" I cringe. No matter how much it costs or where you buy it, the word usually means that you...

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Old is New Again

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MDHbPnFgXeA/ToNVWqP152I/AAAAAAAABuE/kzcIsIf_zso/s1600/img31m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657459404693694306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MDHbPnFgXeA/ToNVWqP152I/AAAAAAAABuE/kzcIsIf_zso/s400/img31m.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 321px; height: 289px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4dB8AYhRyN0/ToNVTKBRX-I/AAAAAAAABt8/zGib3QhCxjE/s1600/img82m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657459344503037922" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4dB8AYhRyN0/ToNVTKBRX-I/AAAAAAAABt8/zGib3QhCxjE/s400/img82m.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 383px; height: 344px;" /></a><br />Antique stores around NYC are so overpriced! Even flea markets and thrift stores are a rip off. It is cheaper to buy old-looking things at places like Pottery Barn, especially when they are on sale, like their Wire and Wood Double Hooks ($26, was $39).

Old is New Again

Antique stores around NYC are so overpriced! Even flea markets and thrift stores are a rip off. It is cheaper to buy old-looking things at...

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Missed the Missoni?

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zSrDHGdro5M/ToNUNGqv1XI/AAAAAAAABt0/NxJ55k_u1X8/s1600/ZaineSaltNPepperF11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657458141012415858" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zSrDHGdro5M/ToNUNGqv1XI/AAAAAAAABt0/NxJ55k_u1X8/s400/ZaineSaltNPepperF11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />I was so excited about the Missoni line at Target. But, as soon as it hit the shelves, all the good stuff was scooped up! If you missed the Missoni like I did, don't despair. Crate and Barrel has items with a similar feel--and their stuff is on clearance. For instance, check out their Zaine Salt and Pepper Shakers ($11, were $19). Same stripes, sale price!

Missed the Missoni?

I was so excited about the Missoni line at Target. But, as soon as it hit the shelves, all the good stuff was scooped up! If you missed th...

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Dinner Time

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VyTx5m7IeD0/ToFHkO65p5I/AAAAAAAABts/v5ZoM_0eobE/s1600/300086_10150280612827563_564632562_7957192_141543475_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656881294760060818" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VyTx5m7IeD0/ToFHkO65p5I/AAAAAAAABts/v5ZoM_0eobE/s400/300086_10150280612827563_564632562_7957192_141543475_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XJnyeQO_3VA/ToFHcBdP8iI/AAAAAAAABtk/xUWwVtzDLzk/s1600/img83m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656881153707078178" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XJnyeQO_3VA/ToFHcBdP8iI/AAAAAAAABtk/xUWwVtzDLzk/s400/img83m.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 421px; height: 421px;" /></a><br />It's been a very busy weekend. So I flaked on yesterday's blog post. Actually, I didn't flake. I remembered and rebelled. I chose not to blog.<br /><br />But today I am back! Hunting down sales and revealing my favorites. Speaking of favorites, this week Mr. Baby had his first bites of food. The first night he loved his spoonfuls of avacado. The second night, he couldn't be bothered. He hasn't been exctied about food since that first evening. Perhaps it is because he is not eating at a table--just on his daddy's lap. I'm sure he would gulp down the meal if he were eating it at West Elm's stylish Modern Farm Table ($499, was $599).

Dinner Time

It's been a very busy weekend. So I flaked on yesterday's blog post. Actually, I didn't flake. I remembered and rebelled. I ...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Really?!

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mOZcAlATWQw/Tm4xKc81oOI/AAAAAAAABtU/zM7tYFqI51o/s1600/abuelabikemetalbkbsktFCSU11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651508638036369634" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mOZcAlATWQw/Tm4xKc81oOI/AAAAAAAABtU/zM7tYFqI51o/s400/abuelabikemetalbkbsktFCSU11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />In the quest to be fun and hip, have you lost your mind, CB2? What are you doing selling bicycles? Who is buying their bike from a furniture store? Apparently not that many people because their Abuelo Bikes have been on CB2's sale site for quite awhile now. Get them while you still can for only $399 (were $499)--or, on second thought, maybe don't.

What the $****#$ Friday: Really?!

In the quest to be fun and hip, have you lost your mind, CB2? What are you doing selling bicycles? Who is buying their bike from a furnitu...

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A Place for my Red Wine

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rUL7fUf3QT0/Tm4wPt6fmnI/AAAAAAAABtM/qW_xYueRRC8/s1600/AM945_main.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651507628977658482" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rUL7fUf3QT0/Tm4wPt6fmnI/AAAAAAAABtM/qW_xYueRRC8/s400/AM945_main.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />With chillier temperatures upon us, I find that I've lost interest in my beverage of choice: white wine. Every year at about this time, I switch over to red. And I always need a surface to set my glass while I blog. Maybe I'll invest in Ballard Design's Column Garden Seat ($99, was $159). Looks like a perfect place to put my beverage!

A Place for my Red Wine

With chillier temperatures upon us, I find that I've lost interest in my beverage of choice: white wine. Every year at about this time...

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A Stately Seat

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C8HRjUOTgw8/Tm4vXShtR7I/AAAAAAAABtE/zTYNO_TyC38/s1600/img81m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651506659553265586" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C8HRjUOTgw8/Tm4vXShtR7I/AAAAAAAABtE/zTYNO_TyC38/s400/img81m.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 383px; height: 344px;" /></a><br />As the owner of Affordable Interior Design, sometimes I grow weary of sitting in my pleather office chair. Sometimes I feel the need to search for a stately chair that's more befitting of my high-rank: President and CEO. Perhaps that is why I gravitated towards Pottery Barn's Captain Chair ($149, was $249) this morning. Sure, it doesn't look that comfy. But the sculptural shape and in-command name might help me feel more grand.

A Stately Seat

As the owner of Affordable Interior Design, sometimes I grow weary of sitting in my pleather office chair. Sometimes I feel the need to sea...

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TMI Tuesday: Sleepytime...

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ojXXIjS-mng/Tm4xle4RExI/AAAAAAAABtc/2ReYAYmbT8A/s1600/photo-84.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651509102410535698" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ojXXIjS-mng/Tm4xle4RExI/AAAAAAAABtc/2ReYAYmbT8A/s400/photo-84.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7zALdVIjS6M/Tm4ppEpAnpI/AAAAAAAABsk/wT2CTGTT84M/s1600/img38m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><br /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wwBZzH0T9jE/Tm4plmBAo2I/AAAAAAAABsc/QmKxkrKKyOg/s1600/img65m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651500308233233250" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wwBZzH0T9jE/Tm4plmBAo2I/AAAAAAAABsc/QmKxkrKKyOg/s400/img65m.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 409px; height: 409px;" /></a><br />I've started this wonderful new tradition. The baby wakes up at 9am. I bring him in bed with me, we snuggle under our West Elm duvet, and he drifts back to sleep for another glorious hour. Is it because he's tired? Is it because he longs to be near me? No. I am convinced it is because he loves West Elm's Square-Tuck Duvet as much as I do--and we love it even more now that it is on sale for $79 (was $99).

TMI Tuesday: Sleepytime...

I've started this wonderful new tradition. The baby wakes up at 9am. I bring him in bed with me, we snuggle under our West Elm duvet, ...

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Twist and Shout!

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a0YuNhENBrQ/Tl5nM9rSPNI/AAAAAAAABr8/1nq_tZbCdDE/s1600/pCPWM-9328405v300x300.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647064455181384914" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a0YuNhENBrQ/Tl5nM9rSPNI/AAAAAAAABr8/1nq_tZbCdDE/s400/pCPWM-9328405v300x300.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 359px; height: 359px;" /></a><br /><br />Industrial is all the rage right now. If it looks like it came from an old factory, it is probably really "in". And, oftentimes, that means it may be really expensive. But not in the case of World Market's Twist Swivel Stool. This very current piece has a very low price of $99 (was $109).<br /><br />

Twist and Shout!

Industrial is all the rage right now. If it looks like it came from an old factory, it is probably really "in". And, oftentimes,...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Why Tie?

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-urLOM56Tyio/Tm4rXc8qxpI/AAAAAAAABs0/vj44VvQPAPY/s1600/media.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651502264304191122" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-urLOM56Tyio/Tm4rXc8qxpI/AAAAAAAABs0/vj44VvQPAPY/s400/media.png" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Why would you need a bunch of mini-bows for your homegoods? I'm not quite getting why I would need to by AtWestEnd's Set of Five Felt Bows ($12, was $18). I can't imagine putting these on the bottles on my bar or around lamp bases. No thank you. I'll save the mini-bows for the moments when I feel like dressing up my chihuahua.

What the $****#$ Friday: Why Tie?

Why would you need a bunch of mini-bows for your homegoods? I'm not quite getting why I would need to by AtWestEnd's Set of Five Fe...

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Fabulous Floral

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sMVVPb93OB4/Tm4qeVHW5pI/AAAAAAAABss/SigIHVaUKcs/s1600/ParkerChairWandaIndigoF10.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651501282948998802" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-sMVVPb93OB4/Tm4qeVHW5pI/AAAAAAAABss/SigIHVaUKcs/s400/ParkerChairWandaIndigoF10.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />I am always looking for fun and affordable side chairs that can add some flair to a room without breaking the bank. Crate and Barrel's Parker Chair in indigo fits the bill--especially now that it is on sale for $594 (was $699).

Fabulous Floral

I am always looking for fun and affordable side chairs that can add some flair to a room without breaking the bank. Crate and Barrel's ...

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Oh, the Opulance!

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EcQfdNTHixI/Tm4tuqWv1vI/AAAAAAAABs8/jM9MfIlquMg/s1600/angelique-mirror-black-100089729-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651504862063482610" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EcQfdNTHixI/Tm4tuqWv1vI/AAAAAAAABs8/jM9MfIlquMg/s400/angelique-mirror-black-100089729-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br />I would not classify myself as a girly girl at all. But every now and again I recognize my feminine side when I gravitate towards items like ZGallerie's Angelique Mirror ($249, was $299). Its curving lines and extravagant size make me want to grab some gloss and a frilly dress and get dolled up for a ball!

Oh, the Opulance!

I would not classify myself as a girly girl at all. But every now and again I recognize my feminine side when I gravitate towards items lik...

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TMI Tuesday: Shhh...

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bK0QAnD49W4/TlxYUU7CGdI/AAAAAAAABrM/j1_gTRs592w/s1600/img32l.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5646485139052698066" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bK0QAnD49W4/TlxYUU7CGdI/AAAAAAAABrM/j1_gTRs592w/s400/img32l.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />My husband doesn't read my blog as often as I would like him to. However, there is an upside to that: I can post the presents I find that I plan on getting him. He loves it when I bake, but I know he will love it even more when I bake him cookies with Williams Sonoma's Star Wars Vehicles Cookie Cutters ($9, was $19).

TMI Tuesday: Shhh...

My husband doesn't read my blog as often as I would like him to. However, there is an upside to that: I can post the presents I find ...

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Clearly Classic

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--BLoGmTTrC4/TlxmshLTcnI/AAAAAAAABrc/fLUIpZIYhu8/s1600/LT773_main.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5646500947821818482" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--BLoGmTTrC4/TlxmshLTcnI/AAAAAAAABrc/fLUIpZIYhu8/s400/LT773_main.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br />So many of my clients tell me that they want classic spaces. They want apartments that won't go out of style next season. In order to do that, we need to add elegant elements that will stand the test of time--on a dime. That's why I love Ballard Designs' Leighton Task Lamp ($59, was $99). Beautiful lighting is always timeless!<br /><br />

Clearly Classic

So many of my clients tell me that they want classic spaces. They want apartments that won't go out of style next season. In order to ...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Too Tiki

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IZplG_sxcDk/Tl5mgg3LpeI/AAAAAAAABr0/CA7CBRvqCfI/s1600/yhst-81115173642111_2171_369320241.gif" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647063691532412386" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IZplG_sxcDk/Tl5mgg3LpeI/AAAAAAAABr0/CA7CBRvqCfI/s400/yhst-81115173642111_2171_369320241.gif" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 352px; height: 330px;" /></a><br /><br />Anybody who follows my blog knows I love color--and a lot of it! But some sale items are just too much. For instance, I stumbled upon PillowsandThrows.com's Onnen Helmet Pillow ($29, was $44) and I thought, "Now that's too Tiki, even for me!"<br /><br />

What the $****#$ Friday: Too Tiki

Anybody who follows my blog knows I love color--and a lot of it! But some sale items are just too much. For instance, I stumbled upon Pill...

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Yes, Please!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eUZ5fse06DE/Tl5lWVx7udI/AAAAAAAABrs/rKvkuXHPauc/s1600/devon-mirror-white-100961200.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647062417247287762" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eUZ5fse06DE/Tl5lWVx7udI/AAAAAAAABrs/rKvkuXHPauc/s400/devon-mirror-white-100961200.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br /><br />Whenever I need a circular mirror, I always stop by ZGallerie's site. They usually have the perfect size for above a mantel or entry console. As today was no different. Today they have their Devon Mirror on sale ($149, was $199). Yes, please!<br /><br />

Yes, Please!

Whenever I need a circular mirror, I always stop by ZGallerie's site. They usually have the perfect size for above a mantel or entry co...

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1771 in 2011?!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EU6PBdaMqNE/TlxncmrfBII/AAAAAAAABrk/c1N_g4GSo0E/s1600/prod270046.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5646501773932692610" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EU6PBdaMqNE/TlxncmrfBII/AAAAAAAABrk/c1N_g4GSo0E/s400/prod270046.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 390px;" /></a><br /><br />Restoration Hardware's Gustavian Upholstered Chair ($229, was $349) is patterned from a chair that was found in Versailles. I love how this piece appears at once kingly and rustic. A juxtaposition of style and feel. How inspiring!<br /><br />

1771 in 2011?!

Restoration Hardware's Gustavian Upholstered Chair ($229, was $349) is patterned from a chair that was found in Versailles. I love how ...

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TMI: All Bout Baby

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MoFU7WqyRY4/TmBHAdV4mzI/AAAAAAAABsM/cpZjW-XDEUo/s1600/image.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647592005924592434" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MoFU7WqyRY4/TmBHAdV4mzI/AAAAAAAABsM/cpZjW-XDEUo/s400/image.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 254px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0q5Ofs5cfLw/TmBG7UKrC5I/AAAAAAAABsE/QrKq_icTjb4/s1600/315537_10150255819732563_564632562_7778912_2559812_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647591917562301330" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0q5Ofs5cfLw/TmBG7UKrC5I/AAAAAAAABsE/QrKq_icTjb4/s400/315537_10150255819732563_564632562_7778912_2559812_n.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br />One of my former clients and friends, Nadia, recently came to my interior design class. While she was there, she asked about my baby. So, of course, I had to show her photos. She said my baby looked just like a Mabel Lucie Atwell drawing. I went home and looked it up. Sure enough, this picture of him bundled up for a walk is spot-on! It is so cute and exact that I had to feature it on my blog. Featuring a sale item as well would only detract from the cuteness. So today is all about baby!<br /><br />

TMI: All Bout Baby

One of my former clients and friends, Nadia, recently came to my interior design class. While she was there, she asked about my baby. So, ...

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Lotsa Labor Day!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fqAdTXZIC-U/TmL_eSCianI/AAAAAAAABsU/NlaD8cZxr_k/s1600/288828_2335755838168_1377996081_2682432_4521060_o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648357778379663986" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fqAdTXZIC-U/TmL_eSCianI/AAAAAAAABsU/NlaD8cZxr_k/s400/288828_2335755838168_1377996081_2682432_4521060_o.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br />I wish I had time to lay around today. It would be great to have a day free to lay in the grass with the dog. But instead my roster is packed with clients. From Brooklyn to the Bronx, I am designing all over town today. I may not get a break from labor on this Labor Day, but I will take a break from blogging. Day off!<br /><br />

Lotsa Labor Day!

I wish I had time to lay around today. It would be great to have a day free to lay in the grass with the dog. But instead my roster is pac...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: 35% Crap

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6CMXRL5YllI/TlxfqPRoI0I/AAAAAAAABrU/cGoyywgvBp8/s1600/img93m.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5646493212075369282" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6CMXRL5YllI/TlxfqPRoI0I/AAAAAAAABrU/cGoyywgvBp8/s400/img93m.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 383px; height: 344px;" /></a><br /><br />In my interior design classes, I reveal that Pottery Barn is 65% gold and 35% crap. By crap, I don't mean that their stuff is bad quality. I mean that most of their furniture is overpriced. Case in point, the Channing Tall Dresser. They have it in the clearance section of their site and are charging $999 for it--regularly $1,399--not including shipping and taxes. What a rip off!<br /><br />

What the $****#$ Fridays: 35% Crap

In my interior design classes, I reveal that Pottery Barn is 65% gold and 35% crap. By crap, I don't mean that their stuff is bad quali...

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