appreciating design: eames

i’ve always loved the eames lounge (as it is officially known as) but my husband revived my interest.  his father has one and it has always been something that ROF aspired to own.  they were first released in 1956 and used molded plywood and leather.  herman miller continues…

fresh eyes and new uses

boy have i missed writing this blog! my trip to new york and new jersey was fab-u-lous and i can’t wait to share that with you here soon. one of my favorite things to do is look upon things with fresh eyes.  my family has always done this…

digging the hip chalkboard paint

an easy, inexpensive way to spruce up your home is with chalkboard paint.  it’s great for kids, obviously, but i’m also talking about chic, cool ideas for decorating. here is my chalkboard paint for our kitchen pantry doors.  i took a barefoot contessa cookbook and had my nephew…