What the $****#$ Fridays: If you don't know me by now...

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nPcKT8wEyLM/T3KR65ZYvTI/AAAAAAAACPA/Dg1OcTDt9hE/s1600/T_WithZoom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724798517367061810" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nPcKT8wEyLM/T3KR65ZYvTI/AAAAAAAACPA/Dg1OcTDt9hE/s400/T_WithZoom.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />You will never ever, ever know me and my extreme hatred of all fake flowers. Haven't you guys heard enough of my anti-silk plant rants?!? I guess not. Because I walked into a client's space Tuesday and was saddened to see a big vase of plastic, hot pink irises. What a crime! Almost as bad as Ballard Design's Set of 12 Paper Flowers ($17, was $35). Ballard, you should know better--you should read my blog!

What the $****#$ Fridays: If you don't know me by now...

You will never ever, ever know me and my extreme hatred of all fake flowers. Haven't you guys heard enough of my anti-silk plant rants?...

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What Do You See?

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IBtUrwtMekU/T3KP6fkt7gI/AAAAAAAACO0/E0ryeqHAW_A/s1600/img7o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724796311412010498" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IBtUrwtMekU/T3KP6fkt7gI/AAAAAAAACO0/E0ryeqHAW_A/s400/img7o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 353px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l3rf4q6lv9o/T3KP1gnzmHI/AAAAAAAACOo/a2GQ5jY8hJE/s1600/img73o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724796225794054258" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l3rf4q6lv9o/T3KP1gnzmHI/AAAAAAAACOo/a2GQ5jY8hJE/s400/img73o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 353px;" /></a><br />I see a piece of sale art staring at me! I love using pages from childrens' books to decorate their walls. And PBKids' Eric Carle Artwork ($89, was $119) will add a perfect color splash for a nursery or play room.

What Do You See?

I see a piece of sale art staring at me! I love using pages from childrens' books to decorate their walls. And PBKids' Eric Carle ...

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Overly Excited About This Ottoman

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4G41RigDkCk/T3KORBY6kOI/AAAAAAAACOc/B62Zvilv6tM/s1600/CH19-02_1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724794499423178978" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4G41RigDkCk/T3KORBY6kOI/AAAAAAAACOc/B62Zvilv6tM/s400/CH19-02_1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Matching chairs and ottomans don't float my boat. It looks better to mix a different colored chair with an unexpected ottoman. And Serena and Lily's Elephant Pouf ($259, was $395) will certainly add an unexpected pop of color to any room--so put one in every room!

Overly Excited About This Ottoman

Matching chairs and ottomans don't float my boat. It looks better to mix a different colored chair with an unexpected ottoman. And Ser...

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Too Busy Lunching

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qZO6GYlTtrc/T3KMJr_dX6I/AAAAAAAACOQ/YqH-I3tWgwA/s1600/JustPattiBIG.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724792174396923810" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qZO6GYlTtrc/T3KMJr_dX6I/AAAAAAAACOQ/YqH-I3tWgwA/s400/JustPattiBIG.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 265px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8wvkjSnnz0w/T3KLwjIY9ZI/AAAAAAAACOE/9AecqZveXBI/s1600/4937713-outside_New_York_City.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724791742521734546" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8wvkjSnnz0w/T3KLwjIY9ZI/AAAAAAAACOE/9AecqZveXBI/s400/4937713-outside_New_York_City.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 244px;" /></a><br />Today I did a little bit of work and a little bit of play. The thing I did not do: blog. Instead I met a friend for lunch at Bar Americain, met with a client to work on her Times Square space, then had an Italian soda at a West Village cafe, and finally went to see Patti Smith discuss her AMAZING book <span style="font-weight: bold;">Just Kids</span> (a must read)! I had a really good time today dropping the ball on my blog. Back tomorrow!

Too Busy Lunching

Today I did a little bit of work and a little bit of play. The thing I did not do: blog. Instead I met a friend for lunch at Bar Americai...

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Oh, Suzani!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g8CXsn9u670/T2_-2capTDI/AAAAAAAACN4/Yy2Po794drA/s1600/suzani-rug-044823128.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5724073862705531954" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g8CXsn9u670/T2_-2capTDI/AAAAAAAACN4/Yy2Po794drA/s400/suzani-rug-044823128.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br />I am always looking for wonderful, colorful rugs with a little flava. So I jumped excitedly (really) when I saw ZGallerie's Suzani 5' x 8' Rug had gone on sale for $449 (was $599). With its muted palette and world-inspired design, it will jazz up any number of NYC apartments.

Oh, Suzani!

I am always looking for wonderful, colorful rugs with a little flava. So I jumped excitedly (really) when I saw ZGallerie's Suzani 5...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: I'm Apple-alled!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hnbMZpHo4lE/T2tUl7C3GOI/AAAAAAAACNs/F21tfU7nHcw/s1600/L13928116.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5722760761985931490" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hnbMZpHo4lE/T2tUl7C3GOI/AAAAAAAACNs/F21tfU7nHcw/s400/L13928116.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />As a gal who lives in the Big Apple, whose grandmother used to make baked apples, and who can't resist spiked cider, I consider myself an apple fan. So it's not that I am against the fruit. I am just against this hideous piece of wall decor, Overstock's Apple Kitchen Clock ($22, was $32). Do apples everywhere a favor and don't order this item that gives them a bad name.

What the $****#$ Fridays: I'm Apple-alled!

As a gal who lives in the Big Apple, whose grandmother used to make baked apples, and who can't resist spiked cider, I consider myself a...

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Private Screening

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Mz-1QEWmGq8/T2tTGPCi9TI/AAAAAAAACNg/RpxaAxtpAmE/s1600/23714611_020_b.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5722759118085879090" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Mz-1QEWmGq8/T2tTGPCi9TI/AAAAAAAACNg/RpxaAxtpAmE/s400/23714611_020_b.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Sometimes in studio apartments or in spaces shared with roommates you just need a little privacy. My new favorite way to separate yourself is with Anthropologie's Maginel Screen ($749, was $1,298). The irregular panels and raw wood look add a touch of handmade flair to this functional piece.

Private Screening

Sometimes in studio apartments or in spaces shared with roommates you just need a little privacy. My new favorite way to separate yourself ...

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Preppy Picnic

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ujflKDMyNSg/T2nktrW2JFI/AAAAAAAACNU/nui8s8eGfz4/s1600/ChatamStripeNapRingsS12.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5722356274934719570" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ujflKDMyNSg/T2nktrW2JFI/AAAAAAAACNU/nui8s8eGfz4/s400/ChatamStripeNapRingsS12.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Here in NYC, we have had amazing weather! Tomorrow it is nearly going to be in the 80s. So Mr. Baby and I will be outside all day, having picnics in Prospect Park. And I'd love to class up our lunch with Crate and Barrel's Chatam Stripe Napkin Rings ($2, were $3).

Preppy Picnic

Here in NYC, we have had amazing weather! Tomorrow it is nearly going to be in the 80s. So Mr. Baby and I will be outside all day, having ...

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TMI Tuesday: Dirty Seats!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hSs6gEALTKg/T2f4y4rcEJI/AAAAAAAACNI/Wxk6YlaP0zQ/s1600/image.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721815404689232018" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hSs6gEALTKg/T2f4y4rcEJI/AAAAAAAACNI/Wxk6YlaP0zQ/s400/image.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 349px;" /></a><br />I work on six apartments a week, and so I see homes in all different conditions. But the worst ones are the new constructions. They typically have floors scattered with nuts and bolts, toilet seats sprinkled with concrete dust, and no toilet paper--let alone soap! So I always bring Purell, and now I will also bring Fred Flare's Emergency Toilet Seat Covers ($1, were $7).

TMI Tuesday: Dirty Seats!

I work on six apartments a week, and so I see homes in all different conditions. But the worst ones are the new constructions. They typica...

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Mama's Been Busy

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ayrj_srhGn8/T2f27kFhGuI/AAAAAAAACM8/OruKlfnYplQ/s1600/430094_10150578895702563_564632562_9064849_110936721_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721813354757036770" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ayrj_srhGn8/T2f27kFhGuI/AAAAAAAACM8/OruKlfnYplQ/s400/430094_10150578895702563_564632562_9064849_110936721_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Nope, I didn't blog today. This weekend was crazy. I am recovering from a cold and from my son's first birthday party. It was a smashing success--many babies, much chocolate. But I am still dealing with cake-stained onesies in addition to my work load. So instead of blogging, enjoy this candid pic of cake!

Mama's Been Busy

Nope, I didn't blog today. This weekend was crazy. I am recovering from a cold and from my son's first birthday party. It was a s...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Fly Free!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-r7eXYq9p9RA/T2N3mj7MUrI/AAAAAAAACMw/9lp87mYYYGg/s1600/img51o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5720547456052908722" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-r7eXYq9p9RA/T2N3mj7MUrI/AAAAAAAACMw/9lp87mYYYGg/s400/img51o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />Sometimes Pottery Barn really misses the mark. And when they do, they still charge a fortune for their misfortunes. Case in point, their Lit Twig Dove. Not only is it tacky, it is also overpriced at $49 (was $89).

What the $****#$ Friday: Fly Free!

Sometimes Pottery Barn really misses the mark. And when they do, they still charge a fortune for their misfortunes. Case in point, their L...

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Springtime in Paris

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1yHSz1IFt6g/T2IX6qVwwEI/AAAAAAAACMk/tK5Wru8EEvY/s1600/zm_metal-bistro-chr-white_1_2_1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5720160773279367234" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1yHSz1IFt6g/T2IX6qVwwEI/AAAAAAAACMk/tK5Wru8EEvY/s400/zm_metal-bistro-chr-white_1_2_1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 359px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NyrrCtzE3v0/T2IX2T6DE0I/AAAAAAAACMY/H9YFVwzIL-g/s1600/zm_metal-bistro-chr-room.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5720160698538070850" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NyrrCtzE3v0/T2IX2T6DE0I/AAAAAAAACMY/H9YFVwzIL-g/s400/zm_metal-bistro-chr-room.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 359px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />I don't know about Paris, but yesterday was certainly springtime in New York. The sun was out, the jackets were off, and the outdoor cafes were full. And those packed patios reminded me of the European cafes. So we I came across <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">VivaTerra's</span> Eco Bistro Chair ($110, was $169) while online shopping I thought <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">they'd</span> be an appropriate pic for today's sale item.

Springtime in Paris

I don't know about Paris, but yesterday was certainly springtime in New York. The sun was out, the jackets were off, and the outdoor ca...

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My Funny Birthday Boy!

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ayO0g4jv5KQ/T1137TbdqEI/AAAAAAAACL0/ekAXY71d9Dc/s1600/photo-122.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5718858962541848642" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ayO0g4jv5KQ/T1137TbdqEI/AAAAAAAACL0/ekAXY71d9Dc/s400/photo-122.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/-PbFnGaSPK1w/T113ulg9YoI/AAAAAAAACLo/fv2_0RUaB3Q/s1600/photo-121.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5718858744058438274" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PbFnGaSPK1w/T113ulg9YoI/AAAAAAAACLo/fv2_0RUaB3Q/s400/photo-121.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />My sweet lil' Jackaroo is 1 year old today. It has been an amazing year of laughs, growth, love, and new adventures for the entire family. We are celebrating quietly with our chihuahua and a large cake--baby's first chocolate icing. Happy birthday, Mr. Baby. Mama's baby is nearly a big boy!

My Funny Birthday Boy!

My sweet lil' Jackaroo is 1 year old today. It has been an amazing year of laughs, growth, love, and new adventures for the entire fami...

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Sweet Adeline

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t7XRf5o9eAU/T11497yh8zI/AAAAAAAACMM/8xvEvGUGtz4/s1600/img15o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5718860107247383346" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t7XRf5o9eAU/T11497yh8zI/AAAAAAAACMM/8xvEvGUGtz4/s400/img15o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8kqigWc-fMU/T1142gn7JXI/AAAAAAAACMA/SA7kvFw-AU4/s1600/img2o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5718859979696055666" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8kqigWc-fMU/T1142gn7JXI/AAAAAAAACMA/SA7kvFw-AU4/s400/img2o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />I am always looking for nice, patterned rugs--something sophisticated that can also camouflage stains, pet hair, etc. Pottery Barn's Adeline Rug is one of those great finds. And getting a 8 x 10 rug at PB for only $379 (was $429) is a steal!!

Sweet Adeline

I am always looking for nice, patterned rugs--something sophisticated that can also camouflage stains, pet hair, etc. Pottery Barn's Ad...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Offensive Oil Slick

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SP9-JTundlQ/T1ZCFZuBx6I/AAAAAAAACLc/1NXo_gUGKyw/s1600/img18o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716829437564143522" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SP9-JTundlQ/T1ZCFZuBx6I/AAAAAAAACLc/1NXo_gUGKyw/s400/img18o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-egv-SLZAK3g/T1ZB9LDXXLI/AAAAAAAACLQ/NsKaEqARLec/s1600/img10o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716829296188153010" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-egv-SLZAK3g/T1ZB9LDXXLI/AAAAAAAACLQ/NsKaEqARLec/s400/img10o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Normally West Elm always gets their bedding right. I typically think their textures are lovely, their patterns sophisticated. However, they really went off track with their Organic Oasis Queen Duvet ($69, was $89). Instead of reminding me of an oasis, I think it more closely resembles an out-of-control oil slick.

What the $****#$ Fridays: Offensive Oil Slick

Normally West Elm always gets their bedding right. I typically think their textures are lovely, their patterns sophisticated. However, the...

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Goddess to the Rescue

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PIlJILw3ZfI/T1Y_tNkfWNI/AAAAAAAACK4/ZOIMHMcNvwU/s1600/phpThumb-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716826822962796754" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PIlJILw3ZfI/T1Y_tNkfWNI/AAAAAAAACK4/ZOIMHMcNvwU/s400/phpThumb-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 350px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d88WJLLyDkU/T1Y_piWiiwI/AAAAAAAACKs/7NIFxU0L1Ro/s1600/phpThumb.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716826759821953794" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d88WJLLyDkU/T1Y_piWiiwI/AAAAAAAACKs/7NIFxU0L1Ro/s400/phpThumb.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 349px;" /></a><br />On any given day, I can be found printing, scanning, and video making all at once. So many projects, so few portals. That is why I love Fred Flare's Aphrodite USB Hub ($19, was $46). I consider her a goddess not only for her kitschy beauty but also for her practicality!

Goddess to the Rescue

On any given day, I can be found printing, scanning, and video making all at once. So many projects, so few portals. That is why I love Fr...

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Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5sqHsofnc-E/T1VT_Bam6hI/AAAAAAAACKg/hgs5uqVdS24/s1600/MLA13588524.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716567644193614354" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5sqHsofnc-E/T1VT_Bam6hI/AAAAAAAACKg/hgs5uqVdS24/s400/MLA13588524.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 250px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PbPFGqtSpz0/T1VT6mXzSwI/AAAAAAAACKU/elEiYs0q9H4/s1600/L13588524.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716567568214608642" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PbPFGqtSpz0/T1VT6mXzSwI/AAAAAAAACKU/elEiYs0q9H4/s400/L13588524.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />The students at my interior design classes know that I have a crush on Overstock. Many of their items are from high-end shops at fractions of those price points. And they have $3 shipping. Love them!! An example of their greatness is their Broadway Leather Storage Ottoman. Originally from Safavieh at nearly $400, Overstock sells this amazingly practical item (especially for families with kids) at only $262!

Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?

The students at my interior design classes know that I have a crush on Overstock. Many of their items are from high-end shops at fractions ...

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TMI Tuesday: Fly Away

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UAEoboSFP34/T1ZAwEUJg6I/AAAAAAAACLE/SZEpuj7TiuM/s1600/Bug1-2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716827971529573282" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UAEoboSFP34/T1ZAwEUJg6I/AAAAAAAACLE/SZEpuj7TiuM/s400/Bug1-2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" /></a><br />Feel like flying away some days? I certainly do. I have not officially landed back in NYC since my Honduras getaway. So I am bound to favor any piece that reminds me of flying away, a piece like Burke Decor's Bug Two-Sided Pillow ($76, was $96).

TMI Tuesday: Fly Away

Feel like flying away some days? I certainly do. I have not officially landed back in NYC since my Honduras getaway. So I am bound to fav...

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Oh, Boy!!!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oEDxwaZEl5M/T1VSXnYHzHI/AAAAAAAACKI/sESeTZlG1pk/s1600/BabyBootiesBluePinkAVF11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716565867677338738" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oEDxwaZEl5M/T1VSXnYHzHI/AAAAAAAACKI/sESeTZlG1pk/s400/BabyBootiesBluePinkAVF11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EecUyzmFBNA/T1VSS27AIvI/AAAAAAAACJ8/SaqFcXT10_4/s1600/BabyBootiesBlueF11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716565785950823154" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EecUyzmFBNA/T1VSS27AIvI/AAAAAAAACJ8/SaqFcXT10_4/s400/BabyBootiesBlueF11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Where were you at Christmas time?! Definitely not on the sale rack--that's for sure. I love Crate and Barrel's Baby Booties Ornament ($1, was $4). Not only would this be the perfect gift for new parents around the holidays, it would also add a lovely shimmer to any tree. I wanna buy a whole lot of these and hand them out to all my friends with kids next year. I've decided to practice restraint and only buy a few so there will be some left for my readers! You're welcome.

Oh, Boy!!!

Where were you at Christmas time?! Definitely not on the sale rack--that's for sure. I love Crate and Barrel's Baby Booties Orname...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Nuptial Nightmare

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pMizfx6eoMc/T0xGdJPTcSI/AAAAAAAACJk/b3yxcdXF_QA/s1600/zm_wedding-pillow.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5714019493736575266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pMizfx6eoMc/T0xGdJPTcSI/AAAAAAAACJk/b3yxcdXF_QA/s400/zm_wedding-pillow.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Some gals are wild about weddings. I treated mine like a small business with spreadsheets, binders, lists, and assistants. Can you tell I am not as sentimental as most about this big day? Perhaps that why I am totally turned off by VivaTerra's Wedding Dress Pillow ($74, was $149) which is made from old gowns. With the rows of cheesy chiffon rosettes, seems to me all their recycled gowns may have come straight from 1984.

What the $****#$ Friday: Nuptial Nightmare

Some gals are wild about weddings. I treated mine like a small business with spreadsheets, binders, lists, and assistants. Can you tell I ...

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