Understanding Area Rug Fibers
I purchased my first area rug for my studio apartment in a pre-war building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side based on style alone. I gave no thought to anything other than the design when a chocolate brown with sky blue geometric pattern area rug in a West Elm catalogue (yup, before the days of online …
Fourth of July Patio Decor
When we moved from a crowded suburban neighborhood to our farm back in May of 2016, we initially spent most of our down time on our screened in porch taking in the fresh air and open spaces. In fact, it was my husband’s favorite “room” in our house, overlooking the property and perfectly positioned to …
Backyard Wedding Ideas
It’s officially summer wedding season! I got married on a hot, humid and cloudy August day on New York City’s Long Island, where I practically sweated through my wedding gown while taking outdoor shots for our wedding album. We then partied with our family and friends in the air-conditioned comfort of a bedecked rental hall, …
How To: Cottage Coastal Decor
Cottage Coastal design is a major design trend this year. In truth, all versions of coastal design never go out of style because the colors and elements of home decor are so easy to live with long term. Fortunately, it’s an easy style to incorporate into any room in your home. With just a few …