With each of my pregnancies we have chosen to wait to find out what we were having until the birth. Waiting allows lots of room to imagine who is on their way and leaves the door open to more “what if….?” fantasies. In the end you have no idea who is headed your way and your children will surprise you every single day no matter what. We have two rambunctious and creative boy-type-boys, so should we find ourselves with a little girl this time it will be fun to go a little overboard with the girl stuff.
Not knowing means that the nursery is in a holding pattern until baby #3 arrives. We have a nice foundation of things from the previous occupant and a few things we can switch out if we like. There is no question for me that if we are graced with a baby girl, I am going to bring pink into the room one way or another. I just love pink and like the idea of using metallic and black accents to keep it from being overly sweet. READ MORE
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I couldn’t think of a better way to end the week than with this beautiful new print series by my dear friend Linnea Gits. With baby #3 making his or her arrival in a few short weeks, I have been hemming and hawing over which one (or two) I will choose for the nursery. We already have a few of the Uusi Moderne Wood animals for the room to insure that good design is a part of baby’s earliest memories. READ MORE
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I love an unexpected pairing. The Alexis Bon Bons from Swanson Vineyards pair dark chocolate with Cabernet Sauvignon and a dusting of curry powder. And while it sounds striking, the result is sophisticated, subtle and a little romantic. Equally striking, sophisticated and romantic are the black, white and red of Swanson Vineyards graphics, which pair quite nicely with a few S&G items in the same bold colors. READ MORE
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A few weeks ago one of our amazing printers arrived with this; a spectacular replica of the 2012 Wall Calendar made in fondant, buttercream and rich chocolatey cake. Working with great people that you trust and can rely on is a gift in and of itself. Our calendar series is one of the biggest jobs we send to print each year, and insuring that the color and craftsmanship is topnotch from the very first print to the very last is not work you can give to just anyone. This incredibly thoughtful (and delicious) representation of that work that could not have been a nicer way for us to welcome 2012.
If you have chosen to count down the days of 2012 with one of our calendars, we hope you enjoy each beautifully printed page. Happiest New Year to you! READ MORE
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At the suggestion of Bonnie Tsang, foodie goddess of the West, I paid a visit to Bottega Louie while I was visiting Los Angeles last month. It was sensational. A feast for the eyes and the belly. Each and every detail of the space, the food, the pastries, everything was just right. And when the display cases filled with little pastry gems made it too overwhelming to choose, I could rest my eyes on the serene space that was just so perfectly appointed.
I ate a lovely breakfast and picked up a bundle of the pretty boxes of candies as Christmas gifts. Their packaging is as yummy as the treats inside. Even the flowers in the powder room were perfection. It is safe to say that if I lived in the greater Los Angeles area, Bottega Louie would be the place I headed when I needed a good dose of design and a cream puff. If you are lucky enough to find yourself in LA anytime soon, I would put this at the top of your list.
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I was reminded of how much I love and covet the irresistibly decadent jewelry of Erickson Beamon when I was at M Flynn in Boston this past November. The designers have collaborated with every amazing designer you can think of and are natives of the great midwest, Detroit to be exact. I’d be thrilled to find any one of these baubles sitting under the tree, along with the perfect occasion to wear them. Got that, Santa? xo
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This pretty paper ornament from west elm is evocative of everything we love about decking the halls. The swirly-twirly lines remind us of our Holiday Ornaments.
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It was another fun filled morning of sugar highs and being creative with confections. If this year taught me one thing it’s that three years old is the ideal age for Gingerbread house decorating. My littlest one, Thatcher, had amazing focus and very clear ideas about his house this year…..even with the insane amount of sweets just waiting to be eaten. It reminded me of when Ridley was three and made an equally stunning masterpiece.
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Often for me the trouble is not coming up with what to get for my sister, dearest friends or mom, but sticking to my budget and not going overboard. This is where the Holiday shopping gets fun and the options seems endless. Collected here are a few things that I think are great options because I have either given them to rave review or have been the lucky recipient.
1. Orla Keily Scarf from Virtu
2. Dr. Hauschka’s Neem Oil for nails is the best
3. Monogram Cards from the lovely Sugar Paper
4. Ornaments from Gumps or Barneys
5. Cat Bird has the best jewelry gifts including this Enameled Locket
It’s the time of year for sparkly glittery things; things that are a little indulgent. And while there are so many baubles and goodies to buy, sometimes the perfect gift cannot be purchased. One year I taught my friend how to make these cookies and now she bakes them up for her family each Christmas.
6. Thank You Civilettes from my brilliant friend Chandra Greer
7. Rose Quartz Earrings at Bellochio
8. This Websters Dictionary from Graphic Image can be personalized with a name or initials
9. Diptyque candles are one of my favorite indulgences to buy at Jayson Home
10. Constellation Cuff also at Greer
Whenever possible I like to give gifts that are made by or available in the stores that are owned by the talented people I am lucky to know. Shopping at local or independent retailers is where I find all the best stuff, particularly the many awesome stores across the country that carry the Snow & Graham line.
11. Clever Pencils from my clever friend Beth at Greenwich Letterpress
12. Fortune Telling Birthday Book at Broadway Paper (along with all sorts of paper goodness)
13. The oh-so fabulous Jill Rosenwald made this Bowl
14. Archie Grand Journals from my favorite shop in Boston, Black Ink READ MORE
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