Maine Airbnb Roundup
Unique charm on a small private farm As a mom, I spend a lot of time planning summer activities for my family, specifically my two boys. If I could choose a vacation for myself it would be very...
View ArticleFall 2016 Style Inspiration
These are the things I want to add to my fall wardrobe. A classic beret worn just so. UPDATE: I literally bought a raspberry beret in a secondhand store. An Elizabeth Suzann duster in black. This is a...
View ArticleNew Pant Suit
It’s around this time of year that I write my Spring Style Inspiration blog post. Usually, the long winter has me day dreaming about gauzy linens and modern pale pastels. This year is different. This...
View ArticleShredding + Rebonding Textiles
This is what I’m curious about lately — shredding and rebonding textiles. It started when I was cleaning my living room rug. I noticed the pad under the rug was made up of bits and pieces of salvaged...
View ArticleSofa Dining
I’m daydreaming about redecorating my dining room. It is so much less expensive than actually decorating. I’ve long been a fan of built-in banquettes. They look inviting and allow for an extra guest to...
View ArticleProject Upcycle 2018 Recap
Project Upcycle exceeded all my expectations. It was hands down the most challenging and rewarding experience of my professional life. What follows is a recap – also known as the longest blog post I...
View Article1920s Style for 2018
In the midst of summer, I always start daydreaming about my fall wardrobe. I feel more comfortable in layers. 1920s style is creeping into my brain. Not the Halloween Gatsby version, but a more...
View ArticleRandom Link Pack
I don’t blog like I used to. I shifted to what so many others do — I micro-blog on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. If you want more content from me you might want to follow me on those...
View ArticleMy 2021 Sewing Plans
My friend Kirsten and I are challenging each other to sew more in 2021. We recently shared our plans with each via Zoom. Watch the video below to see the inspiration behind each of my monthly project...
View ArticleIf you could only wear two designers for the rest of your life, who would...
I’ll start. For daytime it would be Margaret Howell. I do not own one piece by MH but so much of what I buy secondhand is inspired by her work. Watch this lovely video to learn more about her. For…...
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