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Make it Mine with Bulletin Boards
As most parents know, the amount of clutter (er, artwork) a child generates can be just plain mind-blowing. As adults, class schedules, invitations, and recipes are just a fraction of the paperwork we...
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The Reality of LCDQ
Currently in LA, a fancy design conference called The La Cienega Design Quarter Legends of La Cienega is underway. While it’s fun to see the showrooms all dolled up for magazine editors and design...
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Gettin’ Crafty and Connected
As many of you know, I love a crafts. As a kid, I used to walk over to The Hobby Shop on Magazine Street just to wander the aisles for hours. That place was (and still is) filled with so much stuff –...
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The Meaning of Home
Sometimes understanding the meaning of home is best understood by leaving it behind. Whether you leave your hometown for good, or just your hood, nothing puts things into perspective like getting...
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AltSummit NYC 2013
I was thrilled when I learned that AltSummit NYC was to be held (again) at Martha Stewart Living offices. For those inspired by her creative lifestyle (and that of her staff), entering the MSLO offices...
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Fading Fast
Say what you want about the neon trend (I’m still on board) but I have noticed an internal inkling for some faded hues. Lately, I’ve noticed a lot of faded fluorescents and I gotta say I am loving...
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Paris, Mon Amour.
Oh Paris, how I have missed you. We’d met only twice in my youth, but how I longed for you. With only a few decades of separation, we somehow managed to find 2.5 glorious days together last week. Your...
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The Marrakech Express
Words fail me when it comes to describing my recent trip to Marrakech, so I will let these images do most of the talking. Certainly there are magnificent sights to be seen – in sharp contrast to the...
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Let’s Make Something (aka please, may I clean up after you?)
Currently, my house is functioning as a tiny sweatshop. It’s a factory alright – a factory of all things Rainbow Loom. Maybe you’ve seen the sleeves of rubber bracelets or maybe your home is similar to...
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Holiday Shopping and Gift Guide 2018
As we move into 2019, I plan to be more vocal about my mission as designer and realtor – to keep you informed about the value of all things home – homeownership, home values and ways to find and create...
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We Deal in Shame
This popped up in my Insta feed Monday from comedian Ali Wong. You know, just the average aftermath of a weekend with a couple of kids, right? While I’m guessing this probably isn’t your reality, I’m...
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Gift Guide for Yourself: ‘Cause February Can Be Rough
April has long been known as the cruelest month, but according to anyone that has regularly experienced actual winter, February stinks. It may be short, but it sure is a doozie. In honor of February’s...
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How to Dress a Bed: The Basics
It’s time to get real about sleep. Many of us doing do it well. Stress, diet, hormones all play a significant role in getting a proper rest. Experts have long touted the rewards for having a bedtime...
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Creating Your Dream Home Takes Time
Lately we’ve addressed how a tidy closet and refreshing your bedding can create a sense of well-being. Yes, having a neat and orderly home can make us feel better but, I for one, have had enough...
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