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Happy Labor Day

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   2 Comments
Boat on Beach Nantucket
While it’s hard to believe that September is here, I am hoping that all of you are savoring the last days of summer, enjoying the long Labor Day weekend. And while I look forward to the changing of the seasons, it’s always a little wistful saying goodbye to the late light and easier days of summer.…
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Happy 4th of July!

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Happy 4th of July
As our national holiday falls on a Tuesday, most everyone will be enjoying a long weekend. And by the looks of it here on Nantucket, many have extended it into a longer break. So wherever you may be, wishing you a very Happy 4th of July!…
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Happy Easter

Posted on April 15, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Happy Easter
Spring is finally here and for Easter we are expecting highs near 80°! This week was my eldest’s birthday and everyone came home to surprise him but with all the comings and goings, we are just going acknowledge Easter with the colors of the season and a simple lunch in the kitchen.…
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Favorite Movies for the Holidays

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
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As New Year’s Eve and Day conveniently fall on the weekend this year, it’s the perfect time to publish my annual favorite movies for the holidays. There are always some classic repeats that are required holiday watching but I’ve tried to include a few new ones that I think warrant inclusion.…
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From My Christmas Table to Yours

Posted on December 24, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
Christmas table with Braquenie fabric
The time has come to wish all of you who celebrate a very Merry Christmas. Longtime readers know that one of my favorite aspects of the holidays is setting my Christmas table. This year I wanted to stray from the traditional color scheme with something seasonal and festive but a little different.…
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David Monn The Art of Celebrating

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
David Monn cover
Tis the season and as we all plan our holiday celebrations, there is no better place to look for inspiration than the incredible repertoire of David Monn, as captured in his recent book, The Art of Celebrating. While many of Monn’s events may be larger than life, from parties at the White House, galas at the Met’s Costume Institute and affairs at the New York Public Library, there is much to glean from his thoughtful and individualized approach to each and every celebration.…
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Nina Campbell Does New Preston Redux

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
I really felt I was ahead of schedule this year, but yet again, Christmas has snuck up leaving not nearly enough time to accomplish everything, including all the posts I wanted to share. One of my favorite shopping destinations here in Connecticut is the charming town of New Preston, where shops like Pergola, Privet House, Plain Goods, J.…
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Christmas in Shangri-La

Posted on December 11, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
Carey Karlan in CTC&G
Every year friend and designer Carey Karlan goes all out creating themed holiday decorations for her charming 1926 cottage-style home. Past years have included odes to Mad Men, Literary, Russian, Musical and Scottish Highland Christmases, the last landing on the cover of Connecticut Cottages & Gardens several years ago.…
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Setting a Holiday Table with Christie’s

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
Setting a holiday table with Christie's
Designer Alex Papachristidis and I share a love of tabletop so we were delighted when several weeks ago Christie’s asked if we would like to collaborate on setting a holiday table using lots from their upcoming Living with Art sales. Merging a wide range of categories and styles, the sale focuses on how both fine and decorative art live successfully together in our homes. …
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Happy Fourth of July!

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Happy Fourth of July
From a quintessential American setting, wishing everyone a very happy Fourth of July! The Nantucket fireworks were last night, and while we didn’t venture into town for the festivities, the spirit was evident island-wide, as everyone from storefronts to iconic rose covered cottages proudly display their red, white and blue!…
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