“I’ll have a blue, blue, Easter…”
Happy Easter J Listers! Tired of PAAS egg dyes every year? Here’s a fun and simple alternative for all my “blue and white” lovers. You can do these classic designs from Chinese porcelains with a sharpie paint pen and a little patience. Just look at your favorite...
My home for the holidays…it’s all in the details!
Merry Christmas J Listers! Where did the year go??? I just didn't have time to film a video this season... sorry! But here's a few last minute ideas to brighten your season. Like anything it's all in the details. This year, as you will see below, a few wreaths and...
My number is up!
A few weeks back The Washington Post kindly included me in a great and informative article on stylish house numbers. A recommended the Chatham sign shop as a quick and stylish resource for “digitalizing” your abode. But if you’re feeling more creative here’s a few...
Personal treats!
Here’s a great way to “treat” your friends this Halloween! I found these orange striped ice cream cups at Home Goods. Then I added their “monograms” using black vinyl die-cut letters from Michael’s. You can also do just...
This Halloween I’m taking it personally…
In 1994 at the start my 15 year tenure with The Kellogg Collection in DC, I carved a pumpkin with our Kellogg “K” logo on it for the front window. Proof that monograms weren’t just for sheets and towels anymore! It was a hit with customers and a lot of fun to do, but...
Horsin’ around.
I found this great classic burl frame at Home Goods and thought it could use a little bling. After a quick search on Ebay I found just thing I had pictured. This classic brass horse pin makes the perfect embellishment. Simply remove the pin from the back with a pair...
“Going green” for Easter!
Spring is always the time of year when our thoughts turn to new growth. What better way to celebrate the season than with the refreshing hues of green? I started off with an antique flower basket that I found at a local antique shop. Then, I purchased a pair of faux...
Traveling the “Holiday Terrain”!
More twists on the holiday dish garden!
Thanks so much for your overwhelming response to the dish garden segment on my latest video! Here are a few more ideas for your dish garden "scapes"! I added a trio of charming angels created by my friend Natalie Silitch of Annapolis Maryland. Or perhaps this trio of...
