Last Friday the weather was glorious here in Phoenix. (For those of you shoveling snow just remember for five months out of the year it is hot enough to singe your eyeballs.) I had reserved a spot in Terri Brush’s beginning soldering class. It was held in a lovely home in Phoenix that even had a pond full of koi. Don’t grab the hot end! Don’t grab the hot end! Roses and vincas were all abloom. The event was hosted by Melrose Vintage and they had set up a few of their delightful wares ... View the Post
Apron Strings
I grew up watching television reruns that featured dedicated homemakers such as June Cleaver. They were such wonderful mothers. Who wouldn't want to be tied up in their Apron Strings? Apron Strings I often laughed myself silly viewing the antics of hopeful starlet turned housewife, Lucy Ricardo. It somehow always seemed wrong to me if Alice wore anything other than her standard uniform. Commercials often showed images of women in the kitchen. Magazines of the day ... View the Post
The Queen of Hearts
Tomorrow, the Fashionista turns 20. I am in a state of wavering between disbelief that time has passed so quickly and relief that I have survived living with a teenage girl. But she is The Queen of Hearts. The Queen of Hearts The Fashionista and I are very similar in that we are two very creative souls. But while my creative soul hovers in a time period of 200 years ago, she is very modern-minded. Yet we somehow find ways to compromise that don't leave us climbing the walls. As many of ... View the Post
Carrie Bradshaw Gets A New Apartment
Carrie Bradshaw Gets A New Apartment. Many SATC fans recognize this brownstone stoop as the entryway into the apartment of ultimate N.Y. single girl, Carrie Bradshaw. I was invited to attend the premiere of the new movie this past Tuesday here in Phoenix. Wanting to be kind, I have since somehow managed to reign myself in and keep the decor gushing to myself. But now that the movie has opened worldwide, let the games begin! Carrie Bradshaw Gets A New Apartment The costume design and sets ... View the Post
Clothing As Art
The Whitaker~Augusta Auction Co. is holding an auction on May 9th and 10th in New Hope, PA. This famed auction house was also responsible for the Tasha Tudor auction that was featured in the November/December 2007 issue of Victoria. Let's enjoy Clothing As Art. Clothing As Art Some of you may be thinking, "This is a design blog, why is she featuring antique clothing?" First and foremost, I just love antique and vintage linens and clothing. Secondly, it is hard not to appreciate the intricate ... View the Post
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 47
- 48
- 49